Matt Byrnes Resume
- 1. MATTHEW P. BYRNES, CFA MByrnes11@gmail.com (973) 886-9099 15 William Street, Apt. 25G New York, NY 10005 OBJECTIVE To secure a position that utilizes and enhances my knowledge of financial markets: I desire increased proximity to transactions and the opportunity for expanded roles and responsibilities. EXPERIENCE JP Morgan Securities Inc. Equity Research Associate Conducted extensive qualitative and quantitative analysis to create research reports for the managing director covering the domestic life insurance sector. Led initial vetting of a potential investment banking transaction (IPO). Generated reports on company specific and industry events for client distribution. Maintained detailed models to forecast future company financial results in order to develop valuations and generate buy, sell, and hold ratings on universe of covered stocks. Created bespoke projects to assist the sales force in answering complex client requests. Analyzed industry data to maintain complex databases. Attended company marketing meetings, analyst days, and industry conferences. Led intern recruiting process for the equity research management team. Mentored interns, analysts, and other associates. Participated in informational events to recruit MBA students. Ran and biked in JP Morgan charity events. Ashford Capital Management Equity Research Analyst Worked on a seven-person investment team that focused on fundamental equity analysis with a long-term, growth-oriented investment style. Conducted proprietary research on small-cap US equities with a focus on molecular diagnostics, education, restaurants, and alternative energy. Developed investment ideas to assist portfolio managers in buy, sell, and hold decisions. Traveled extensively to attended trade shows, industry conferences, and interview management teams to obtain an information advantage. Diligence process was not reliant on sell-side research. Alliance Growth Equities Intern, Medical Technology Research Associate Conducted research on a hospital and medical technology firm to evaluate the impact of a recent acquisition and the potential market for molecular-based rapid diagnostic testing. Utilized the information acquired from research to forecast revenues and generate sensitivity and scenario analyses. Prepared an internal report based upon interviews with company executives/medical doctors, reviews of medical journals, and an examination of sell-side research. Identified CPHD as the leader in this nascent market. New York, NY Oct. 2010 Feb. 2014 Wilmington, DE Aug. 2007 Sep. 2010 New York, NY June 2006 Aug. 2006 EDUCATION University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance; Magna Cum Laude 4.0 Major GPA/3.9 Overall GPA Member of Notre Dames 23rd Applied Investment Management Class (AIM XXIII) Applied portfolio management practices and equity valuation models in order to manage a portion of the universitys endowment. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CFA Institute Passed examinations for the Series 7, 63, 86 and 87 certifications South Bend, IN May 2007