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SAMEER RIZVI

(416) 254-5854

Mississauga, Ontario
sameerrizvi@hotmail.com

Professional Summary
  • Schulich School of Business graduate educated in interpreting & modelling financial data and producing quality reports while honouring demanding timelines
  • Ability to incorporate strong analytical and problem solving skills resulting in the building of long–term, profitable relationships
  • Highly organized and results-oriented with proven flexibility in adapting to wide variety of tasks, functions, and computer systems
  • Critical thinker with experience in improvement and implementation of policies & processes
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)
Schulich School of Business, Toronto, ON

2008

  • Major in Corporate Finance – Management Science Modelling & Analysis, Quantitative Analysis for Management Decision Making, Financial Management, Investments, & Real Estate Finance
  • Minor in Accounting with focus on IFRS – Management Accounting and Control Systems, Information Systems, Advanced Financial Accounting, and Auditing Standards and Applications
  • Honour – Recipient of York Entrance Scholarship
  • Member – Schulich Accounting Society and York Investment Club
Specialized Training
Accelerated Program (IFRS), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) 2009 – Present
Canadian Securities Course, Canadian Securities Institute 2008
Conduct & Practises Handbook, Canadian Securities Institute

2008

   
Experience
Senior Personal Banking Officer
Bank of Nova Scotia, Mississauga, ON

2008 – Present

  • Managed intensive retail portfolio of 550-600 high-net worth clients, increasing portfolio size by $8+ million in fiscal 2009
  • Awarded ten Certificates of Recognition ranging from highest level of compliance to strongest team spirit (Scotia Applause)
  • Incorporated strong analytical and problem solving skills resulting in the building of long–term, profitable relationships
  • Developed effective negotiation skills in dealing with very demanding and sophisticated client base composed of medical practitioners and entrepreneurs
  • Leveraged probing skills and product knowledge to propose holistic solutions for clients, which enhanced customer experience and brand value
Personal Banking Representative
President's Choice Financial (CIBC Retail Markets), Mississauga, ON

2005 – 2008

  • Generated sales results that exceeded expectations in excess of 150%
  • Recipient of CIBC Quarterly Achievers Awards for fiscal 2006 Q2 & Q3 and 2007 Q1 for being one of top performers in all of Canada
  • Organized and managed marketing events to increase brand awareness and overall market penetration
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients to better serve their financial needs
Founder & Director of Strategy
Deo Maximo Marketing Solutions, Toronto, ON

2005 – 2008

  • Conceptualized and created business plan while securing start–up capital for company targetng niche and untapped market
  • Generated and executed overall growth strategy using process mapping, attaining 350% growth rate in first year on initial investment
  • Collaborated with clients, sales team, and programming department to successfully execute integrated campaigns and achieve client objectives
  • Directed business development process and managed key accounts across industries such as education, real-estate and community development
  • Conducted post-mortem analysis of client advertising campaigns to determine project profitability and uncover targets for future projects
Accomplishments
United Grain Growers Case Study
Advanced Corporate Finance, Schulich School of Business

2008

  • Designed integrated financial models to forecast financial growth and analyze pro forma effects of merger and acquisition activity
  • Analysis included discounted cash flows (with synergies), company comparables, internal rate of return and weighted average cost of capital
  • Acknowledged for excellent analytical and modelling techniques
Interests/affiliations

2008 – Present
2009 – Present
2008 – Present

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