Professional Documents
Culture Documents
2009-2010
ABHINAV AGRAWAL
105 Ivy Drive Apt 09 Charlottesville, VA 22903 (434) 249-7645 AgrawalA11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Awarded Batten Innovation Scholarship (merit-based full tuition scholarship);
GMAT: 730; AWA: 5.5
Member of Finance Club, Energy Club and Darden Capital Management Club
Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering) and Minor in Business, June 2006
Awarded full scholarship (among top 50 from over 10,000 candidates)
Received First Class Honors (top degree distinction, GPA: 3.95). Dean's list holder (among top 5%)
President of NTU Apex Club (premier club for computer programming enthusiasts); spearheaded
initiative to extend training from top programmers to entire student population
Represented NTU as an exchange student at University of Strathclyde, UK; GPA: 4.0
EXPERIENCE
2007-2009 Credit Lyonnais Securities Asia (CLSA/Calyon) Singapore
Equity Research Associate (Oil & Gas)
Led a project across seven countries to create a unified platform for investment idea generation using
comparative valuations of over 300 energy stocks; Clients (fund managers) voted the team 1st in
Asiamoney Broker Polls 2008
Initiated the Asian coverage of a UK based oil & gas exploration company; first in the team to
prepare valuation models for Indonesian and Thai fiscal regimes to value 17 oil & gas assets
Co-authored two major sector reports – Last Dance (bearish outlook for refiners) and Hard Numbers
(oil stock returns in 2007-08); reports generated additional revenue of $250,000 through new trades
Collaborated with global head of oil & gas research on industry outlook and coverage of three
Korean stocks with a total market cap of $18B
Sole Editor of Fuelling Asia, the flagship oil & gas weekly targeting over 700 institutional clients
Interfaced with CEOs and CFOs of refining and exploration companies to delve deeper on future
strategies and growth outlook
AWARDS
Led a team of five to win the Best Business Idea Award at the Entrepreneurial Competition held at
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK
Won Best Undergraduate Project award amongst a total of 3000 projects for designing an
Interactive Laboratory that improved students’ laboratory participation by 50%
Honored as one of the top 30 students in India at the Indian National Mathematics Olympiad
PERSONAL
CFA Level III candidate for June 2010
Team Captain, Global Hunger Project, Credit Suisse; raised $20,000 from a bank-wide fund raising
drive in Singapore
Hobbies: singing (member of Cold Call Chorus at Darden), playing table tennis and traveling
BENJAMIN HAWS BLOOMFIELD
1008 Huntwood Lane Charlottesville, Virginia 22901 801.369.0063 bloomfieldb11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, Virginia
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
GMAT: 700 Clubs: Finance, Private Equity, and Real Estate
EXPERIENCE
2007 - 2009 Dwellings - A Home Company, LLC Highland, Utah
Founder/Partner
Financial Analysis/ Accounting
Identified investment opportunities and ran valuation pro-forma’s for 12 potential investments in
Park City, Utah and Scottsdale, Arizona Resulted in J/V investments of $20MM+ in 5 projects
Raised $2MM+ dollars for investment in luxury homes and land; achieved 27% ROI
Performed all accounting and tax preparation for $4.3MM luxury home building business
Project Management/Client Relationships
Managed 12 employees in the building process for six new luxury construction projects
Acted as general contractor and liaised with clients and subcontractors on each project
2006 - 2007 UBS Financial Services, Inc. New York, New York
Associate – Management Training
Analysis
Created strategic discussion materials and performed advisor lifetime value calculations for the
$500MM acquisition and integration of Piper Jaffray wealth management unit
Performed equity valuation analysis as a member of the equities research team
Created client marketing materials for structured products, equities, and fixed income sales teams
Selected from a pool of 45 peers to be business manager for CFO; received perfect final evaluation
VOLUNTEER
2006 - Present The Tilsit Orphan Education Fund Sovetsk, Russia
Board Member
Raised $50,000+ per year by creating a fundraising pipeline to aid orphans in higher education
2000 - 2002 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Buenos Aires, Argentina
Volunteer Religious Representative
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Securities Licenses: FINRA Series 7, 66 (63, 65) Language: Fluent in Spanish Boy Scouts of America: Eagle
Scout Interests: Real estate, college sports, golf, running, mountain biking, aviation, and gastronomy
WILLIAM SPE
CER BOICE
218 Harvest Drive • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (404)316-9084 • BoiceW11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATIO
EXPERIE
CE
2007-2009 General Electric - Aviation Cincinnati, OH
Sourcing Program Leader, Engine Services – Global Sourcing & Revenue Share Programs
• Promoted to Sourcing Program Leader in nine months, 12 months ahead of average OMLP graduate.
• Completed due diligence and built valuation models in support of $479 million of deal revenue,
enabling GE - Aviation to meet its cash goals for four consecutive quarters.
• Provided sourcing support on cost reduction projects by negotiating contracts to establish pricing and
turn around time with vendors resulting in $2.5 million in savings.
• Received highest possible performance rating (limited to top 20%) on every management review
since joining GE.
ACTIVITIES & HO
ORS
• US Patent No. 7,195,198 for a Helicopter Blade Emergency Detachment System
• Finance Director for the Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity Young Professionals (2005-2009)
• Eagle Scout: Boy Scouts of America’s highest rank for leadership, moral character, and service
• Interests: golf, water-skiing, reading, biking, running, and rowing
DANIEL J. BURTON
755 Walker Square, Apt. 4C • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (225) 678-8982 • BurtonD11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• GMAT: 680
• Member of Darden Private Equity Club; Darden Military Association
EXPERIENCE
2003-2009 United States Army
Operations Officer, 2008-2009 Fort Riley, KS / Tikrit, Iraq
1st Combat Aviation Brigade
• Developed and integrated unconventional techniques for gathering real-time intelligence in order to
prosecute immediate targets with rotary wing aircraft, reducing attacks on Coalition forces by 30%.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Awarded the Bronze Star Medal, two Air Medals, and the Meritorious Service Medal during two
combat tours in Iraq.
• Active Member of the Wounded Warrior Project.
• Avid golfer (14 Handicap); enjoy flying, Crossfit workouts, and historical non-fiction.
DREW R. CHAMBERS
1830 Candlewood Ct. Unit 101 Charlottesville, VA 22903 (817) 980-1324 ChambersA11@darden.virginia.edu
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EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Member of Finance, Private Equity, Energy, and Turnaround and Restructuring Clubs
Elected Section E Review Coordinator
EXPERIENCE
2007-2009 Energy Future Holdings (formerly TXU Corp.) Dallas, TX
Lead Analyst, Strategic Planning
Modeled liquidity initiatives and potential debt exchange and buyback transactions while working with
leading investment banks to deleverage unregulated businesses and extend loan maturities; resulted in
amendments to credit agreement and $4B exchange offer.
Prepared five-year strategic plan and annual sponsor review presentations for senior management, financial
sponsors, and board of directors.
Supervised analysts conducting natural gas sensitivity analysis; analyzed cash flow and P&L impacts and
communicated results to senior leadership and financial sponsors.
Designed high-level model based on key operational and financial drivers (e.g. LIBOR, floating rate debt,
and customer count); model used for business and market assessment by senior management.
Senior Analyst, Strategic Planning
Managed team of analysts performing monthly consolidation of projected income statement, balance sheet,
and cash flow statement across three business units with over $4B EBITDA.
Forecasted cash flows for corporate treasury liquidity planning for unregulated businesses that hold over
$35B debt.
Composed monthly KKR Portfolio Management Committee Report and quarterly Board of Directors
Operating Report benchmarking against previous periods and summarizing noteworthy variances.
Evaluated financial trade-offs embedded in strategic alternatives for $100M outsourcing contract; analysis
led to termination of contract with projected five year cost savings exceeding $25M.
Built regression model to improve accuracy of projected sale of receivables balances; presented results to
CFO and implemented change resulting in 10% improvement in monthly cash flow forecasting.
Analyst, Strategic Planning
Assisted team in development of bottoms-up, driver-based operating and LBO model used in the $45B
buyout of TXU by private equity groups KKR, TPG, and Goldman Sachs Capital Partners.
Solely responsible for operating and managing corporate planning model used to project operational and
financial assumptions for TXU’s major business units.
PERSONAL
Hobbies include golfing, skiing, tennis, and cooking
Member of the Dallas Chapter of Young Professionals in Energy
Junior Achievement, Former Volunteer; Educated youth on entrepreneurship, business, economics, and
career planning (2005-2007)
PATRICK CANNON CLARK
510 McIntire Road, Apartment #9 Charlottesville, VA 22902 (802) 238-7570 ClarkP11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Member of Darden Private Equity and Finance clubs.
GMAT: 710.
EXPERIENCE
2005-2009 Fidus Partners Charlotte, NC
Boutique merchant bank specializing in middle market merger and acquisition advisory services and junior
capital financing solutions.
Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions
Selected to fill first Analyst position in Charlotte office after firm’s mid-2005 founding by former senior
executives of Bowles Hollowell Conner & Co.; earned direct promotion to Associate in July 2006.
Spearheaded key execution responsibilities throughout all phases of merger, acquisition, and divestiture
assignments for clients including financial sponsors, public companies, and private businesses.
Performed detailed valuation analyses utilizing leveraged buyout, discounted cash flow, and public and
transaction comparable methodologies.
Led preliminary due diligence; authored transaction marketing materials including offering memoranda and
management presentations.
Identified and contacted potential strategic and financial acquirors; coordinated buyer due diligence
inquiries and visits; participated in negotiation of purchase agreements.
Managed and mentored Analysts in formal deal team setting as well as through ancillary firm activities.
Implemented training program for new Analyst / Associate hires; delegated ownership of firm-wide Analyst
recruiting efforts across three offices.
Representative Transaction Experience
Advised Tomkins plc on divestiture of Stant subsidiary ($175 MM revenue automotive supplier) to H.I.G.
Capital.
Advised Tomkins plc on divestiture of LASCO Fittings subsidiary ($100 MM revenue building products
manufacturer) to Aalberts Industries N.V.
Executed sale of Zartic ($175 MM revenue food processor) on behalf of family shareholders to Pierre
Foods, a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners.
PERSONAL
FAA-certified private pilot. Currently possess approximately 200 hours of flight time.
Avid outdoorsman. Enjoy fly fishing and competing in sporting clays tournaments.
ALEX KING DAVIDSON
107 W. Water Street, Apt 11 • Charlottesville, VA 22902 • C: 301-367-7101 • davidsona11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Awarded merit-based Darden School Scholarship.
• Won merit-based Pension Real Estate Association (PREA) Scholarship.
• Member of Darden Finance Club.
• GMAT: 720.
EXPERIENCE
2007-2009 Clark Enterprises Bethesda, MD
One of the largest privately held companies in the Washington, DC area with holdings in real estate,
construction, venture capital, private equity, and other investments.
Investment and Development Associate
• Managed all aspects of real estate acquisition and development, including financial modeling,
transaction analysis, predevelopment, entitlement, budgeting, construction, and design activities.
Worked on 12 projects valued over $800 M.
• Underwrote complex acquisitions purchased by Clark or through joint ventures across all major
product types. Built financial models to analyze potential acquisition opportunities. Analyzed debt
and partnership structures, return waterfalls, and sensitivity tests.
• Created investment memoranda and presentation materials. Presented opportunities to Investment
Committee consisting of CEO, President and other senior executives. Received approval for $26 M
invested in four real estate ventures in 2008.
• Developed financing packages for potential lenders on new investments.
• Cultivated relationships with brokers, architects, city officials, marketing professionals, construction
supervisors, and various consultants.
• Led predevelopment and entitlement activities for $80 M student housing project.
• Directed additional acquisitions and planning process for 90+ unit apartment development.
PERSONAL
• Traveled to over 20 countries on 4 continents. Spent summer of 2009 surfing in Indonesia.
• Owner of two investment properties in DC. Managed renovation and leasing.
• Involved in real estate analysis and strategy execution with several non-profits including Jefferson
Area Board of Aging, George Mason University, and Spanish Education Development Center.
ELIZABETH T. DOVE
121 Cameron Lane Charlottesville, VA 22903 (703) 629-4550 DoveE11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Member of Private Equity, Restructuring & Turnaround, and Finance Clubs, Darden Capital
Management and National Association of Women MBAs
GMAT: 700
EXPERIENCE
2006-2009 Citigroup Global Markets Inc. New York, NY
Analyst - Transaction Execution Group (2008-2009)
Simultaneously managed five to seven investment grade bond deals in all stages of deal cycle,
ensuring seamless execution from mandate to close. Responsibilities included receiving all internal
approvals, coordinating due diligence, reviewing deal-related documentation, creating marketing
materials, closing the transaction and overseeing the flow of funds
Advised regional financial institution, which had grown dramatically through acquisitions, how to
structure recent financial results in marketing materials to meet regulator requirements and provide
potential investors with insight into the firm’s financial health
Analyst - Leverage Finance Portfolio (2006-2008)
Analyzed portfolio companies’ future ability to cover debt obligations by researching industry trends,
evaluating recent financial performance, and discussing challenges with companies’ management
Built sensitivity models to test the ability of distressed companies to stay within financial covenants,
payback debt, and service interest when negotiating amendments to their credit agreements
Led initiatives to improve the quality of monthly reports sent to senior management regarding the
Leverage Finance Portfolio by improving the accuracy of data flowing through Citi’s systems
Managed relationships with portfolio companies by servicing their needs or referring them to the
appropriate product partner, including handling amendments, cash management, letter of credit and
derivatives requests
PERSONAL
Equestrian Competitor, qualified for National Junior Medal Finals (1996-2001) and competed at
National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden (1999-2001)
Volunteer, Building Goodness in April, a Charlottesville Community Organization
Selected as Member of Jefferson Literary and Debating Society (Fall 2009)
ALEX DROZNIK
102 Ivy Drive Apt. 8 Charlottesville, VA 22903 917-751-1423 DroznikA11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Active member of Finance, Capital Management, Private Equity, and Restructuring clubs
GMAT 720
EXPERIENCE
2005-2008 GE (General Electric) Capital New York, NY
Associate – Loan Structuring & Syndication
Led strategic effort to develop the infrastructure and streamline deal approval processes of the
healthcare loan structuring desk; this effort positioned the desk to become the most profitable
unit at the firm
Brought over $30 million of income to the firm by marketing and selling over 20 leveraged
loan and mezzanine transactions
Won the Deal of the Quarter and Customer Satisfaction awards from GE Capital by
restructuring and selling a highly complex deal that involved a company in covenant default
Secured 100+ deals with GE internal credit committee by presenting compelling investment
thesis and structuring the best marketable terms for each deal
Promoted to associate level after 18 months on the job (typically, a 2-3 year path)
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Masters of Business Administration, May 2011
Member of Darden Capital Management, Finance, Private Equity Clubs
GMAT: 720
EXPERIENCE
2005 - 2008 Wachovia Capital Markets, LLC Charlotte, NC
Associate, Structured Credit Products
Promoted to Associate following 2007 year-end review
Managed $3.5 billion of committed bank capital across 15 credit facilities for 8 clients, including
daily communication with clients, semi-annual due diligence meetings, and coordinating legal
process for amendments and waivers
Agented $1.4 billion syndicated warehouse facility in response to client’s REIT election; developed
sophisticated operating model customized for unique transaction structure, explained structuring
methodology to syndicate banks’ credit officers, and oversaw legal documentation process including
in-depth review of the primary offering document
Closed 2 CLOs for top-tier European mezzanine lender totaling over €1.7 billion; prepared term
sheets and initial underwriting materials, coordinated with London-based operations team, and
developed lender presentation for potential syndicate members
Negotiated transaction pricing and terms with clients in an effort to restructure existing warehouse
facilities during the 2007-2008 “credit crisis”
Conducted research and wrote report detailing intricacies of the Asian loan market for internal
credit department. Report culminated in credit approval for the team’s first Asia-based transaction
Managed team of 4 India-based analysts, established servicing procedures, and developed quality
control framework for offshore analytical support team
Created and implemented Portfolio Risk Review template to identify credit performance trends
associated with team’s $10 billion debt portfolio
PERSONAL
Level III Candidate for Chartered Financial Analyst program, passed Level II examination in 2009
Manage personal investment account, study financial markets and macroeconomic trends
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Power Point and Excel financial modeling
Amateur golf: current handicap index of 2.8
MARK DOWNING FECHTEL, CPA
147 Harvest Drive Charlottesville, VA 22903 (703) 945-6713 fechtelm11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Member: Finance, Restructuring, and Private Equity Clubs
GMAT : 700
Washington and Lee University Lexington, Virginia
BS in Business Administration and Accounting with Special Attainments in Commerce, June 2005
Graduated Cum Laude; Major GPA: 3.7
National Merit Scholar, Francis P. Gaines Scholarship
Appointed to Order of Omega Greek Leadership Honor Society
EXPERIENCE
2005-2009 PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP McLean, Virginia
Senior Associate, Transaction Services (2007-2009)
Served financial and corporate clients in buy-side and sell-side M&A financial due diligence process
involving target entities with $5MM to $50MM EBITDA; assessed quality of earnings, working
capital, and debt-like items, and reviewed valuation models and purchase agreements.
Coordinated reviews of tax and human resources specialists to enhance client service and provide
more complete diligence reports for two transactions.
Evaluated and reviewed data and content for white paper regarding nearly $38B of aerospace and
defense M&A activity from Q1 2007 through Q2 2008.
Fulfilled project manager role for Freddie Mac audit sub-team during 2008/2009 financial crisis;
budgeted for team of 75 people, regularly met with client management, and audited securitizations
for off-balance sheet eligibility.
Promoted to Senior Associate after less than one year in the Transaction Services group.
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Public Accountant, Virginia certificate #35342
Member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
PERSONAL
Avid golfer; played multiple Georgia state high school championships.
Assistant coach, McLean Little League baseball team.
In conjunction with other industry team leaders from PwC, organized and recruited participants to
raise nearly $5000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in the spring of 2007.
ADAM FITZER
136 Ivy Drive, Apt 2 • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (917) 584-0188 • FitzerA11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• C.W. Darden Scholarship Award Recipient - full-tuition merit-based scholarship
• Passed all three levels of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examination
• Darden Capital Management, Darden Finance Club, Outdoors Club
• GMAT: 760
EXPERIENCE
2008-2009 JPMorgan Chase & Co. New York, NY
Associate - Market Risk Coverage
• Assessed, monitored and reported market risk for the High Grade and High Yield credit trading desks as
well as the CDO warehousing group
• Used multiple risk metrics to quantify the P&L impact of changes in credit spreads, curve shape, interest
rate levels and recovery rates
• Communicated daily with the front office to obtain updates on trade activity and presented findings to
senior management for discussion at weekly risk committee meetings
• Worked with the trading desk to reduce large exposures and develop appropriate hedging strategies
• Constructed dynamic models to analyze potential improvements to the Value at Risk (VaR) calculation
methodology for credit products in an attempt to capture both systemic and idiosyncratic risk and
minimize data quality issues
• Ensured that positions were migrated successfully from Bear Stearns’ to JPMorgan’s trading systems and
that risk was accurately captured throughout the transition
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Sydney F. Small Fellowship. Merit based scholarship covering half of tuition
Member: Darden Capital Management and Finance Club
GMAT: 730
EXPERIENCE
2004-2008 Barclays Capital New York, NY
Associate - Structured Product Sales
Promoted to Associate after only 18 months. Ranked an “A” rated employee (top 10%) during each
evaluation period
Responsible for over $5mm of P&L in 2007 and $5mm of P&L in the first half of 2008
Worked with research and trading desk to create trade ideas in several areas of mortgage
securitization with a particular focus on agency mortgage derivatives. Implemented these trade ideas
with a number of asset managers and hedge funds
Delivered a wide range of securitized products to roughly a dozen asset managers, hedge funds, and
bank clients. Grew market share with these and other clients through a series of strong trade
recommendations and consistent service
Representative Clients
GE Asset Management - Received coverage responsibilities for GEAM at the beginning of 2007.
Within one year, Barclays’ ranking with the client went from nearly last to a top five position.
Increased profit with the account by approximately $1mm in agency-backed mortgage securities
JPMorgan Investment Management - Received coverage responsibilities for JPMIM at the start of
2006. Increased profitability of the account by over 100%, generating more than $2mm in profits in
2007 and an additional $2mm of profits in the first half of 2008
Also responsible for primary coverage of Schroders North America, ICICI Bank, and AQR Capital
PERSONAL
Active participant in the Virginia Rowing Association
Volunteer, Lala Maryem Orphanage, Rabat, Morocco, July 2009
CERTIFICATIONS
Passed Level I and II of the CFA Program. Candidate for Level III in June 2010
Series 7 and Series 63
ZACH N. GRAY
1636 Hathaway Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 (636) 236-5365 GrayZ11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
University of Virginia - Darden School of Business Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration May 2011
Darden School Foundation Scholar
Awarded Robert Toigo Fellowship
Member of the Finance, Entrepreneurship/Venture Capital and Healthcare Clubs
EXPERIENCE
2007-2009 Boston Scientific Corporation, Inc. St. Louis, MO
Interventional Cardiology Sales Representative
Developed $15 million sales territory through strategic planning, multi-million dollar contract
negotiations, consulting with cardiologists, internalizing clinical trial results, and selling the TAXUS
and PROMUS drug-eluting stent systems; numerous forecast achievement awards.
Promoted to Field Sales Trainer in 2009; awarded stock options for Outstanding Performance (only
awarded to Top 5% of sales force) in 2008.
Awarded National Rookie and Regional Clinical Sales Representative of the Year in 2007.
Selected by senior management team to serve on consultative advisory boards to provide input on
sales and marketing process improvements; efforts significantly improved Imaging-IVUS franchise.
Significant clinical and consultative experience with bifurcated lesions, small vessels, in-stent
restenosis, left main disease, directional/rotational atherectomy, and intra-vascular imaging.
1999-2004 United States Army Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Osaka, Japan; Fort Sill, Oklahoma
Field Artillery Officer
Rated #1 out of 32 within Peer Group by Division Artillery (Brigade) Commander.
Successfully led live fire exercises integrating both US and Japanese soldiers on the island of Osaka,
Japan - resulted in 100% successful mission accomplishment and improved foreign relations.
Designed and executed professional forum for elected officials to interview soldiers returning from
Operation IRAQI FREEDOM; awarded Army Commendation Medal by Commanding General and
members of US Congress.
Hand-picked by Commander to train 25 member team of Army and Marine Corps personnel during
overseas deployment on the art of effectively coordinating F-18 airstrikes – 100% target accuracy.
Managed 100-soldier team and $5 million worth of combat equipment on numerous overseas
deployments; team recognized with 25th Infantry Division Maintenance Excellence Award.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Member of the Muscogee Creek Nation; Developing Physician-Centered Life Science Think Tank;
Coach of Youth Soccer and Baseball Teams in Various Leagues; Active Supporter of the Children of
Fallen Patriots Fund and the Challenged Athletes Foundation.
CHARLES C. HOGGE, JR.
765 Walker Square, Apt. 1B ● Charlottesville, VA 22903 ● (240) 482-8861 ● HoggeC11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Virginia Scholarship Recipient (half-tuition, merit-based award)
• Active in Private Equity, GMO and Health Care Clubs, Building Goodness in April, UVA Mentors
• GMAT: 710
EXPERIENCE
2009-Present Advance Response, LLC San Jose, CA
Early-stage startup automating resolution of denied claims for health care payers and providers
Partner
• Recommended and implemented business and product development strategies which generated
$30,000 of revenue by adding 4 new clients for pre-revenue software startup
• Constructed detailed forecast and valuation model to raise $2M from venture and angel investors
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Awarded merit-based Darden Scholarship and Forte Fellowship
Member of Darden Capital Management, Finance, Venture Capital, NAWMBA, Outdoors Clubs
GMAT: 720
EXPERIENCE
2007-2009 Freelance Interpreter/Translator (English/Russian) New York, NY
Facilitated successful communication in business, legal, finance, marketing fields for over 200
clients, including executives and CEOs of Fortune 1000 companies.
Increased revenue by 300% within one year based upon increased customer demand due to superior
client satisfaction and word of mouth recommendations.
Earned Certificate of Appreciation working at US-Russia/CIS Business and Economic Forum.
Produced business and legal documents of publishable quality within tight client deadlines.
PERSONAL
Volunteer Work: Tutored English to children from underprivileged families in Minsk, Belarus;
Organized immigrant support group in Brooklyn, NY.
Interests: Avid traveler, reader, puzzle solver, volleyball player; enjoy outdoors, camping, fishing.
Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, proficient in German, native in Russian.
Citizenship: U.S. Permanent Resident.
ADNAN IQBAL, CPA
323 Peyton Ct, Apt 8 • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • 434-466-3527 • IqbalA11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Recipient of Darden Merit Scholarship
• Member of Darden Capital Management, Finance Club, and Energy Club
• GMAT: 700
Robins School of Business Richmond, VA
University of Richmond
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, May 2003
• Double major in Business Administration (Finance) and Accounting; minor in Computer Science
• Recipient of Richmond Scholar, Intl. Student Merit and Computer Science Department Scholarships
• Analyst for Robins School of Business Investment Fund (Assets Under Management: $125,000)
EXPERIENCE
2003 - 2009 Deloitte and Touche, LLP New York, NY / Houston, TX
Senior Consultant - Regulatory and Capital Markets Consulting
Provided audit and consulting services on use of derivatives for trading and hedging of power, natural
gas, coal, oil, and emission credits by energy marketers and energy companies
• Recipient of Deloitte Outstanding Performance Award in 2005 and 2008
• Consistently ranked amongst top 10% performers
Internal Initiative: Operational Accounting Automation Services
• Recognized market opportunity for improvement and automation of back office processes; took
initiative to create business plan, and led eight member team through 18 month development and
launch of a new Deloitte service offering for energy companies
• Worked with Managing Partner to take service offering to market, resulting in successful sale,
implementation and completion of first engagement and significant additional market interest
Project: Diesel Fuel Hedging Strategy Implementation
Client: US discount retail store with over $9 billion in revenues
• Led three member team responsible for modeling and performing scenario analysis to determine
impact of diesel price hedging on overall profitability and year-end financial statements
• Advised Treasurer on implementation of risk management strategy and adoption of hedge accounting
treatment to minimize $5MM budget-to-actual variance caused by diesel fuel price exposure
Project: Fair Value Measurement Process Design and Implementation
Client: Diversified energy marketing company with over $9 billion in revenues
• Served as subject matter expert on derivative and fair value issues and led the design and
development of solutions to classify transactions for FAS 157 fair value disclosure purposes
• Managed all aspects of engagement and ensured timely compliance with SEC reporting requirements
Project: Derivative Accounting Strategy and Policy Review
Client: Fortune 500 diversified energy company with over $19 billion in revenues
• Analyzed transacting strategies and drafted hedge accounting policies enabling client to satisfy
financial reporting requirements for designation of cash flow and fair value hedges
• Provided recommendations on portfolio restructuring to ensure compliance with FAS 133 guidance
Project: Year End Audit and Quarterly Financial Reviews
Client: US power producer and marketer with over $10 billion in revenues
• Performed quarterly and year-end audit procedures to evaluate derivative portfolios per FAS 133 and
analyzed power and gas hedge portfolios, valuation models and risk management procedures
• Evaluated deal execution, monitoring and settlement procedures to ensure SEC compliance
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Honor Advisor
• Member of Private Equity, Finance, General Mgmt. & Operations, and Energy Clubs
• GMAT: 740
EXPERIENCE
2007 - 2009 Booz & Company McLean, VA
Associate
• Promoted to MBA level position; lead analyst supervising and mentoring junior employees
• Advised private equity clients on acquisitions of European electronics firm and US management
consulting firm; analyzed attractiveness of markets, assessed competitive positioning
• Performed acquisition scans for diversified engineering and manufacturing companies seeking
expansion into new markets; identified entry strategy, market potential, and competitive landscape
• Re-organized R&D division of cost-pressured Fortune 100 company; visited 100+ sites, coordinated
with managers to arrive at mutually agreeable solution to cut cost 10% without sacrificing innovation
• Conducted strategic planning exercise for global electronics manufacturer; forecast sales in variety of
geopolitical and macroeconomic scenarios; helped leadership understand risks and exposure
• Assessed cost position of a major automotive supplier facing declining sales; recommended labor
strategies to compensate for future demand scenarios
• Led internal marketing effort to benchmark corporate costs; built a database of 150 companies
PERSONAL INTERESTS/ACTIVITIES
• Provided pro-bono consulting to the National Women’s History Museum through DC-Cares
• Organize annual backpacking trip through US National Parks
• Enjoy soccer, cycling, tennis, and beer brewing
DAVID C. KIM, CPA
909 Bing Lane Charlottesville, VA 22903 (336) 259-4250 kimd11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Elected section Student Affairs representative
Deputy Chair of Social Events, Net Impact Club; member of Darden Capital Management Club
GMAT: 710
EXPERIENCE
2004 - 2009 Ernst & Young LLP Greensboro, NC
Audit Senior, 2006 - 2009
Analyzed insurance company’s Sarbanes-Oxley control structure for consistency with regulations and
critical success factors; advised senior management of findings that streamlined key controls by 20%
Examined existing team work process to determine inefficiencies; proposed and rearranged process flow,
and reduced project time from 3,150 hours to 2,450 hours, resulting in 30% revenue/hour increase
Directed engagement teams of up to six professionals; managed project profitability, staff performance,
and client relationships. Received "high-impact" award for contribution to office profitability
Developed and counseled junior staff members through formal and informal feedback; advocated
career progress of junior staff with office executives during performance reviews
Served as office Knowledge Concierge; compiled and communicated two audit tools and resources to
field teams that reduced work by approximately 4 hours per field team
Built strong client trust through open communication and by advising on relevant audit matters; resulted
in award of approximately $65,000 in new business (15% increase) as client’s operations expanded
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Fluent in Korean, proficient in German
Elected Young Democrats of NC treasurer, 2003 - 2004; increased contributions over prior cycle by
310% to $37,000 through increased outreach efforts and organization of new fundraising events
Volunteered for Greensboro, NC Junior Achievement and recruited two new volunteers, 2008 – 2009
Attempted to summit Mt. Shasta in California; turned around 12,000 feet due to snow storm
Raced in Blue Ridge Relay, a 207-mile team relay; raised $1,000+ in 2007 and 2008 against domestic violence
J. LEGGETT KITCHIN, III
18 EAST RANGE CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
757-288-5233 (M) KITCHINJ11@DARDEN.VIRGINIA.EDU
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Member of General Management, Finance, and Entrepreneurship Clubs.
GMAT: 740
Washington & Lee University Lexington, Virginia
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Administration, June 2007
Magna Cum Laude, Major GPA: 3.87
Member of the Student Faculty Hearing Board
Dean’s List and Honor Roll
International Operations Management Study Abroad Program (Spring 2005) Tokyo, Japan
Analyzed and evaluated multiple manufacturing facilities, including the YKK zipper production plants in Macon,
Georgia and Kurobe, Japan.
S
EXPERIENCE
2007 – 2009 Harris Williams & Co. Richmond, Virginia
Harris Williams & Co. is a leading middle market investment bank focused on merger and acquisition advisory.
Analyst
Transaction Responsibilities:
Process Execution
– Authored process materials, including (i) preliminary valuation overview and marketing strategies, (ii)
confidential information memorandum, (iii) management presentation, and (iv) presentation of offers.
– Identified and contacted prospective strategic and financial purchasers.
– Guided management through the diligence process, including coordinating and supervising multi-party due
diligence activities, preparing follow-up materials, and responding to buyer inquiries.
Financial Analysis
– Developed financial models for the purpose of providing company valuation, assessing proposed transactions,
analyzing equity investor returns, and detailing projected financial statements for sale presentation.
Client and Process Management
– Interacted closely with senior management teams on a number of transactions from preliminary due diligence
throughout the marketing effort, management presentations, and buyer due diligence.
Additional Responsibilities:
Development of a New Industry Vertical
– Worked with a senior professional to develop a business plan for the creation of a new industry group in the
Harris Williams & Co. platform.
Business Development Analyst
– Selected to serve as one of two Business Development Analysts with the specific role of reviewing, analyzing,
and managing potential leads for new business.
Recruiting and New Analyst Mentoring
– Mentored new analysts and interns as well as participated in on campus recruiting activities.
Summer 2006 Resource Bank Virginia Beach, Virginia
Summer Intern
Worked closely with CFO and Chairman to research and analyze regional bank stocks to provide the foundation
for a new capital fund project.
S
INTERESTS
Coaching: Head Lacrosse Coach, volunteered for four years at Lylburn Downing Middle School; Sports Camp
Counselor, coached teams in various sports for six summers.
Outdoor Activities: Enjoy fly-fishing, golf, and biking.
History: Interested in the founding of the United States and American leaders.
BRIAN KO
705-A Mechums West Dr. Charlottesville, VA 22903 (434) 249-9749 KoB11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Awarded Darden merit scholarship
Member of Darden Finance Club, Darden Capital Management, and Asian Business Club
EXPERIENCE
2005-2009 DBRS Toronto, ON
Fast-growing global rating agency providing opinions on the creditworthiness of debt securities
Assistant Vice President, Oil & Gas (2008-2009)
Promoted to AVP in less than three years, ahead of all peers in the group
Led 20+ rating presentations to support rating actions and defended rationale in front of
committee
Responsible for portfolio coverage of 20 companies and regularly met and engaged with
senior management of covered entities to assess company performance and outlook
Discussed the credit implications of the merger between Suncor Energy and Petro-Canada
in a company-hosted teleconference, and frequently met with institutional investors to
discuss credit and sector viewpoints
Co-authored an in-depth industry study on liquidity in the oil & gas and pipeline industries
which generated the highest number of hits on website in the month it was published
One of two analysts charged with developing and implementing a high-yield strategy for the
oil & gas group
Senior Financial Analyst, Oil & Gas (2007-2008)
Drafted press releases and built pro forma models to assess credit implications for major
transactions, including a $20 billion oil sands expansion project (Voyageur) and the merger
of the largest two offshore drilling companies in the world (Transocean and GlobalSantaFe)
Built model to identify potential high-yield clients using Bloomberg that was later adopted
by other industry groups to support major company initiative
Trained incoming analysts in financial statement analysis, credit analysis, analyzing bond
indentures and bank facilities, and industry knowledge
Co-authored detailed industry study on oilfield services
Published 16 research reports on firms within the oil & gas and pipeline industries
PERSONAL
Enjoy snowboarding, running 10Ks, and playing poker
Languages: Conversational in Cantonese, basic French
J. GREGORY LITTLE
1214 Swan Lake Drive, No. 303 • Charlottesville, VA 22902 • (801) 319-2946 • littlej11@darden.virginia.edu • tinyurl.com/littleblog
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, 2011
• Selected as a member of the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management for dedication to diversity
• Chosen to take part in the Amazon Kindle Education Pilot Program
• Conferred membership in the prestigious Jefferson Literary and Debating Society
• Clubs: Asia & Latin America Business; Technology; Finance; Private Equity; Entrepreneurship/VC
Brigham Young University Provo, UT
B.S. Biology, Business Management Minor, 2008
• Production Lead Editor for BYU Undergraduate Law Review
• BYU Model United Nations Team (World Trade Organization negotiations)
• Distinguished Delegate Award; Chosen to travel to China as part of a select delegation
• Won First Place Team and Best Position Paper awards twice in international competition
• Sigma Delta Pi (Hispanic Honor Fraternity): Academic Committee Member for Merit Chapter
• Student Government Project Manager for Dept. of Design & Technology
EXPERIENCE
2009-Pres. Consultant, Genia Technologies San Jose BioCenter, CA
• Collaborated with chief R&D scientists to develop hybrid electrical/biological engineering technologies
• Appointed by CEO to take charge of IP research/strategy and assist with capital-raising
• Extended an offer to continue in a consulting capacity managing IP and competitor analysis efforts
2008 Intern, Office of the Attorney General (Business Div.), State of Hawaii Honolulu, HI
• Designed a database (~30,000 data points) digitizing years of paper-based notary records, which allowed for
greater department interoperability and faster access to pertinent information
• Initiated and completed the comprehensive fraud investigation of a 501(c) non-profit corporation
• Reviewed and edited land-use and business contracts submitted for regulatory oversight
• Attended board meetings of companies in receivership; witnessed replacement of executive leadership and
the discussion and approval of operational and financial plans to restore solvency and regulatory compliance
2007-2008 Analyst, Superior Properties & Ventures, LLC Provo, UT
• Performed due diligence on 100+ real estate investments involving: valuation, risk assessment, primary
investment and exit strategies, drafting of acquisition contracts, and negotiation of terms
2004-2007 Lab Manager, ThermoWorks, Inc. Alpine, UT
• Increased lab revenues by 27% each year and doubled lab productivity from first to second year by improving
operations, streamlining departmental communication, and digitizing the lab service order system
• Developed four customized software packages (one rated 4/5 Stars by CNET editor) which increased market
penetration and customer satisfaction by providing novel approaches to solving common problems
• Managed the migration of all company data and reporting to the NetSuite CRM package
2002-2004 Volunteer Missionary, Iglesia de Jesucristo S.U.D. Regions I-III, Chile, S.A.
• Served as Branch President (Pastor) to a 200+ member congregation
• Supervised adult and youth programs; planned activities and Sunday meetings; directed proselytizing efforts
• Initiated and led a public education program in conjunction with the public library system
PERSONAL
• Fluently speak/read/write Spanish and English; elementary Mandarin Chinese (working towards full proficiency)
• Computer Languages: Flash, HTML, Java
• Eagle Scout Award (Top 5% of Boy Scouts of America participants)
• Non-profit work: Executive board member for American Cancer Society Relay For Life event fundraiser
• Interests: Tournament Golf (2007 U.S. Amateur Pub. Links Championship); Soccer (Atlantis Athletic Club semi-
pro team from 2005-2007); Ice Hockey; Public Policy; FAA Student Pilot License; PADI Certified Scuba Diver
MICHAEL PATRICK MCHUGH
1600 Grady Avenue, Apt. 102 Charlottesville, VA 22903 919-244-3150 McHughM11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Dean’s Merit Scholarship Recipient
Member of Darden Finance, Real Estate and Private Equity Clubs
Selected for Darden Case Team – University of Texas National Real Estate Competition
GMAT: 710
Duke University Durham, NC
Bachelor of Arts: Economics, May 2004
Bachelor of Arts: Political Science, May 2004
Officer in Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
Member of Duke Club Golf and Soccer Teams
Study Abroad – New York University in Florence, Italy
EXPERIENCE
2006 - 2009 RBC Capital Markets New York, NY
Business Associate – Municipal Investment Banking (2008-2009)
Promoted by the Head of Municipal Investment Banking to serve on Management Committee and
conduct all financial analyses relating to recruiting, compensation and cost reduction for 350-person
investment banking group.
Managed $245M annual budget process with seven industry heads and 20 office managers.
Created model to forecast RBC’s financial exposure due to management of illiquid $22B municipal
auction rate security portfolio and presented analysis to President, COO and General Counsel, which led
to successful settlements with SEC and NYAG.
Supervised two municipal analysts in Global Debt Markets Rotational Program.
Associate – Municipal Investment Banking (2007-2008)
Reviewed financial and transactional objectives with clients and closed on eight multifamily housing
bond financings in Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions.
Pitched to clients a full range of derivative and balance sheet products and executed innovative direct
bond purchase through RBC’s Tender Option Bond Program.
Analyst – Municipal Investment Banking (2006-2007)
Spearheaded new issue and refinancing cash flow analyses on 15 taxable and tax-exempt multifamily
housing bond transactions, including fixed rate, floating rate, and derivative financings.
QUALIFICATIONS / PERSONAL
Series 7 and Series 63 qualified; NASD Registered in the State of New York.
Interests include golf (maintain 8 handicap) and international travel (visited 35 countries).
AKSHAY MITTAL
144 Ivy Dr, Apt 12 Charlottesville, VA 22903 (434) 249-9540 MittalA11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Recipient of Darden Merit Scholarship; 50% merit award
Elected Social Chair Representative, representing class of 60
Selected Deputy Chair - Curriculum Change and Campus Greening - Net Impact Club
GMAT: 730
EXPERIENCE
2008-2009 Strategic Decisions Group (SDG) India, Associate Consultant Gurgaon, India
Strategy consulting firm with expertise in decision-making, risk management, and value creation;
founded by Prof Carl Spetzler, Stanford Graduate School of Business
Distribution Strategy: developed new medicine distribution strategy for Australian pharmaceutical
major, reducing distribution cost by 30% and increasing product penetration by 10%
Turnaround Strategy: valued five business units of Indonesian company as part of divestment study;
identified divestment targets and raised $40MM to acquire majority stake in two most valued units
Market Entry Strategy: evaluated market potential, regulatory issues, customer selection and
alliance opportunities to help $35B Japanese company to entry Indian power industry
Organization Restructuring: prepared new organization structure for family owned $6B Indian
conglomerate, analyzing challenges in existing structure; decentralized decision making to ensure
efficiency of management bandwidth and optimal delegation of financial powers
2007-2009 Chandpur Enterprises Limited, Managing Director Chandpur, India
Diversified $20MM family business of paper, steel and snacks manufacturing
Strategy Planning
Created two-year strategic roadmap for holding company and operating goals for individual business
units; assessed capability gaps and developed comprehensive capability development plan
Built mathematical model to determine optimal raw material combination at given raw material
prices; enabled managers to make quick operational decisions saving $200K over two years
Operations and Implementation
Managed optimization and cost reduction Kaizen (continuous improvement project), resulting in
elimination of bottlenecks, production increase of 36% and cost reduction of 14% within 3 months
Led 50 person team to design and implement logistics and supply chain system; identified suppliers
and negotiated contracts to reduce inventory levels by 50% saving $50K annually
Evaluated & inspected company’s compliance with regulations of 16 Indian government departments
PERSONAL
Founder, Madho Prasad Memorial Trust: set-up health-clinic and school for families of
manufacturing plant workers to provide basic healthcare coverage and education
Photography: awarded certificate for Significant Contribution to Photography & Hobbies Society IIT
Avid traveler; explored 15+ countries
Active sporting interest in Cricket
DAVID POLICANO
2401 Arlington Blvd. Charlottesville, VA 22903 (201) 248 8993 policanod11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
First Year Deputy Career Development Chair- Net Impact Club
EXPERIENCE
2009 Grameen America New York, NY
Microfinance subsidiary of Grameen Bank, which is based out of Bangladesh.
Analyst
Collaborated with CEO and Vice President on evaluating operating plan and built models for
new rural and urban branch operations.
Constructed improved template for identifying new branch opportunities, incorporating prospective
donors and target market along with rural and urban branch analyses.
Researched and developed business plans for credit union license application and public offering by
incorporating branch projections, industry information and business value proposition.
Prepared company presentation highlighting growth trends and market opportunity for potential donors.
Identified marketing and business development channels including social media integration.
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Enjoy international travel, golf, skiing and snowboarding, watercolor painting and drawing.
International volunteer in Lima, Peru feeding, teaching English and preparing homework assignments
for 30 five-year olds in underserved community (May 2009).
PETER RABOVER, CFA
101 Ivy Drive, Apt 11 Charlottesville, VA 22903 415.531.2699 raboverp11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Merit Scholarship Award Winner
Club Participation: Darden Capital Management; Finance Club; Private Equity Club; Rugby Team and Outdoors Club
EXPERIENCE
2005 – Present Hahn Capital Management San Francisco, CA
$300 million AUM; long-only equities, mid-cap value
Senior Research Analyst – Generalist
Cover 10 to 12 positions in 30-stock portfolio. Coverage responsibilities: financial forecasting and valuation
modeling, competitor and industry analysis, financial statement due diligence. Present sell, add and reduce
recommendations to the Investment Committee.
o Interviewed over 100 senior executives as part of new idea research process and current coverage
responsibilities
Manage all aspects of new idea process, from initial idea write up and due diligence analysis to management
and analyst calls/meetings, building new models, forecasting and valuation, and final recommendation write
up and presentation.
o Lead analyst in nine new additions to the portfolio over the last 24 months and assisted in six others.
Developed 13 forward and backward looking screening tools that focus on companies with high return on
capital, cash flow and earnings power potential at reasonable prices. Screens are now responsible for over
35% of portfolio companies.
Report on current condition of companies in portfolio from insider trading and short interest to industry,
political and economic developments and proxy voting issues.
LANGUAGES
Russian - fluent in reading, writing and speaking; Kazakh - proficient in speaking and reading
ADDITIONAL
Big Brothers Big Sisters: Mentor (2005 - 2009)
Competitive endurance runner and triathlete. Completed 2007 Coeur D’Alene Ironman Triathlon; 2006 & 2007 San Francisco
Marathon; and five Half-Ironman competitions since 2007. Currently training for marathon in November 2009.
Completed 28-day Field Course at Boulder Outdoor Survival School in Utah desert in June 2008
THOMAS DUNGAN REIN
715 Walker Square Apt 3B • Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 • (646) 290-0986 • reint11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Darden Capital Management, Darden Private Equity, Finance and Entrepreneurship
& Venture Capital Club
• GMAT: 710
EXPERIENCE
2002-2009 HSBC Bank New York, NY
Foreign Exchange Trading, Forwards Desk, Senior Market-Making and Proprietary Trader
PERSONAL
• CFA Institute, Chartered Financial Analyst, Level II Candidate
• Elected Chairman Wake Forest University Young Alumni Development Board
• Elected President Delta Kappa Epsilon’s Psi Delta Alumni Association
• 1995 USAustralia All-Star Lacrosse team goalie
• Interests: Avid fly fisherman, photographer, kiteboarder, cyclist, and triathlete
CHAD A. RIGDON
103 Georgetown Green Charlottesville, VA 22901 443-528-6236 RigdonC11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
GMAT: 750
Member of Darden Capital Management, Finance, Private Equity, Energy, Outdoors, Wine & Cuisine, General
Management & Operations Clubs
EXPERIENCE
2005-2009 Maryland Capital Management, LLC Baltimore, MD
Associate Analyst
Researched and forecasted earnings for public companies by developing dynamic financial models using public
trading comparables, discounted cash flow, and discounted future earnings approaches; presented research
findings to firm’s investment committee, contributing to performance more than 8% ahead of benchmark over
four years
Presented analyses on over $400 million of investments for institutional and high net worth clients,
recommended methods to reduce portfolio risk while meeting required financial objectives by allocating funds
to firm’s proprietary investment strategies
Designed and implemented Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) verification process in response
to SEC request, reducing time spent on performance reporting and improving internal controls
FALL 2004 National Congress for Community Economic Development Washington, D.C.
Policy Research Intern
Researched and forecasted impact of government programs on economic development in response to criticism
of government spending; presented white paper of results to senior officials in the U.S. Federal Home Loan
Banks and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Series 65 license
Designed and maintain website for local kindergarten class
Prepare Foxhall Farm/Elkridge-Harford/My Lady’s Manor steeplechase race courses for annual races and help
coordinate race-day activities
Actively participate in management of family farming business (Rigdon Farms, Inc.)
Interests include: lacrosse, squash, woodworking, UNC Tar Heel athletics, and Baltimore Ravens football
LUIS G. RIOS MURRIETA
115 Ivy Drive, Apt. 2 Charlottesville, VA 22903 (434) 409-9450 RiosMurrietaL11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Member of the Finance, Private Equity, Real Estate Clubs
Latin American Student Association
EXPERIENCE
2006 - 2009 Mexico Retail Properties Mexico City, Mexico
Private Equity Real Estate Joint Venture between Equity International Partners and The Black Creek
Group comprising three independent funds totaling $520 MM
Acquisitions and Underwriting Associate
Underwrote over 20 retail development transactions resulting in $250MM investments
Led due diligence efforts of three shopping mall acquisitions totaling $150MM
Built discounted cash flow models to forecast Fund’s expected return in transaction valued at
approximately 10% of company’s equity
Developed current core valuation model for underwriting development transactions and acquisitions
Drafted investment memoranda and board presentations, including potential spin off opportunity
plans for the third largest retailer and the second largest hotel owner and operator in Mexico
Created and executed budgeting and control system used for over 20 shopping centers
Presented monthly financial and operative results to management committee in order to determine
appropriate course of actions to meet annual targets
Managed and trained a team of three analysts in modeling skills and business operations
PERSONAL
Native fluency in Spanish
Fundraising and grade school teacher volunteer for children in rural communities, Fondo Para Ninos
de Mexico, A.C., (2006, 2007)
Mexico National U-20 Ice Hockey (2000)
PUNEET SEHGAL
101 Ivy Gardens, Apt. 4, Charlottesville, VA 22903 (#) 434.249.8980 / Email – SehgalP11@darden.virginia.edu
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
As co-founder & consultant, was integrally involved in virtually every aspect since inception of my projects.
Have raised a total of $1 million in seed funding from angel investors
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
⋅ Awarded Batten Entrepreneurship Scholarship (full two year tuition waiver, merit based). GMAT - 720
⋅ Elected by administration to the Darden Hospitality Advisory Board for two years
⋅ Active member of the Consulting, Marketing & General Management clubs
EXPERIENCE
2008-2009 Ice Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai, India
12,000 sq. ft. hospitality venture consisting of two restaurants and a sports bar. Capacity – 420 customers
Project Consultant
⋅ Led setup of entire venture, managed budget of $600,000 and saved client $38,000 in setup costs
⋅ Developed & implemented go to market strategy for Ice in the budding corporate township of 'New
Bombay.' Positioned Ice’s outlets as the premier banquet & dining destination for corporate clientele
⋅ Streamlined operations & centralized back office, resulting in savings of 6% in raw material costs
⋅ Represented client in dealings with F&B suppliers, P.R. agency and in liaison with the Indian government
⋅ Recruited, trained and supervised 73 employees. Created incentive schemes to promote up-
selling & developed rotational programs for employees interested in management positions
⋅ Eventually offered partnership – but turned it down to attend Darden
ADDITIONAL
⋅ Guest speaker at the Oriental Institute of Management as 'Young Turk.' February, 2008
⋅ Co-founder of Independent restaurants association (I.R.A.), Member of Indian Merchants Chamber (I.M.C.)
⋅ Social distance runner & swimmer. Dubious distinction of having been rejected by 13 angel investors
JOHN SHERMAN III
250 W Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 (434) 825-4541 shermanj11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
GMAT: 730
Member of Media, Finance, and Private Equity Clubs
EXPERIENCE
2007-2009; Novelist John Grisham Charlottesville, VA
2004-2006 Legal Consultant
Developed a defense strategy in a successful defense of a multi-million dollar defamation lawsuit
Coordinated the document review efforts of three teams of lawyers working on a defamation lawsuit
Collected and analyzed all legal and non-legal documents used for corroboration in a NY Times best-
selling book of non-fiction
Conducted legal analysis on matters related to four NY Times best-selling books of fiction
PERSONAL
Eagle Scout Award
Davis Wright Tremaine Pro Bono Award: past pro bono activities include the representation of
political refugees in deportation proceedings, the representation of arts organizations in First
Amendment cases, and the drafting of proposed legislation to protect riparian ecosystems for healthy
trout populations in Virginia, Rhode Island, and Montana
Interests include fiction writing, fly fishing, snowboarding, running, and reading
BRENT ALAN SIMON, CPA
110 Ivy Drive Apt. 11 Charlottesville, VA 22903 (203) 247-9597 SimonB11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Merit-based scholarship recipient
Member of Finance, Darden Private Equity, and Darden Capital Management Clubs
GMAT: 710
EXPERIENCE
2004-2009 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Stamford, CT
Senior Associate (2007-2009)
Managed five to seven individuals on multiple engagements that included review of subordinates,
development of annual audit budget and coordination of audit strategy with international support
teams
Assessed private company valuations using public company comparables and budgeted financial
projections
Tested private equity portfolio company sale and purchase transactions through review of agreements
and recalculation of ownership and carry valuations
Analyzed market trends and historical client data to formulate financial projections for comparison to
actuals
Performed detailed carve-out procedures for three separate clients to validate financials for sale/spin-
off of company’s business segment
Guided client through class action lawsuit involving improper revenue recognition by examining
customer contracts and conducting forensic analysis of employee emails
Designed testing models to evaluate clients’ FAS 123(R) compensation expense assumptions under
the Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model
Developed test plans for significant business processes including mapping of key controls to
financial statement assertions and assessing relevant risks
Associate (2004-2007)
Developed and executed testing models to provide reasonable assurance that client's financial
statements were fairly stated
Assessed documentation of client's business process controls over financial reporting to evaluate
design effectiveness
Coordinated audits of defined contribution and defined benefit plans of companies with net assets in
excess of $650M to ensure compliance with applicable IRS, DOL, and ERISA regulations
Intern (2003)
Created and maintained audit binders presented during litigation involving another accounting firm
SKILLS/INTERESTS
Certified Public Accountant, State of New York, 2008
Completed Level I of the CFA Exam, 2009
Taught semester of Business Ethics to high school students as member of Junior Achievement
Travel, football, marathon training, and coaching youth lacrosse
C. TYLER WEBB
108E Melbourne Park Circle • Charlottesville, VA 22901 • (646) 388-2809 • WebbC11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business, University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Finance Club, Private Equity Club, Darden Capital Management
• GMAT: 740
Yale University New Haven, CT
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, May 2004
• GPA: 3.7; LSAT: 173
• Elected Vice President, Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
EXPERIENCE
2006-2009 Cowen Group, Inc. New York, NY
Boutique investment bank focused on healthcare, technology and consumer sectors
Investment Banking Associate, Office of the Chief Executive (2008-2009)
• Worked directly for CEO and Chief of Staff on strategic initiatives from execution of 2006 IPO to
2009 reverse merger with Ramius Capital, LLC ($7B hedge fund)
• Performed discounted cash flow and comparable company valuation analyses to advise Board of
Directors and senior management on firm valuation
• Evaluated multiple buy-side and sell-side strategic opportunities including: preparing financial
forecasts and performing initial due diligence
• Created and implemented internal report for senior management integrating data from multiple
client relationship management platforms to optimize allocation of banking, sales and trading
resources to secure financing mandates
• Performed comprehensive market share and pipeline analyses to develop top-down and bottoms-
up business forecasts
• Developed detailed competitor profiles to identify growth opportunities through expansion of
product offerings and build-out of industry coverage verticals
• Analyzed hostile bid from Rodman and Renshaw and discovered material strategic discrepancies
resulting in successful takeover defense
PERSONAL
• Interests: skiing, golf, backgammon, running
• Infrared grill technology enthusiast
JORDAN WALLACE WEBB
108E Melbourne Park Circle Charlottesville, VA 22901 (917) 544-6235 WebbJ11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
Finance Club, Private Equity Club and Darden Capital Management
EXPERIENCE
2005-2009 Lehman Brothers (Asia) / Nomura International Hong Kong
Associate – Investment Banking, Equity Capital Markets (2007 – 2009)
Relocated at request of Global Head of ECM to build out cross-border capital markets capabilities
Doubled previous two years’ equity issuance, executing US IPO and follow-on within four months
Expanded structured equity footprint, closing US convertible with call spread for Asian issuer
Established and implemented best practices for capital markets advisory in cross-border M&A
Partnered with Head of Syndicate to originate private placement opportunities for institutional clients
Managed all aspects of equity process, including valuation, structuring and execution
Led coverage for natural resources, power, metals and mining industries
Selected Transaction Experience
AirMedia Holdings: $225MM Nasdaq IPO and subsequent capital-raising transactions
JA Solar: $265MM follow-on and $350MM convertible with call spread (1st ever for an Asian issuer)
COSL: advised on capital markets implications of successful $3.2B bid for Awilco ASA
PERSONAL
Series 7 and 63 certified (US), SFC Paper 1 certified (Hong Kong)
Member of the Bond Club of New York
Avid fly-fisherman and skier, outdoor enthusiast
EGEMEN YILDIRIM
270 Colonnade Drive Apt #18 • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • 434-466-4418 • YildirimE11@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2011
• Darden School Scholarship recipient
• Member of Darden Finance, Capital Management, and Private Equity Clubs
• GMAT:700
EXPERIENCE
2008-2009 Akbank T.A.S. Istanbul, Turkey
Being one of the largest banks of Turkey, Akbank is the most valuable bank listed on the Istanbul Stock
Exchange. It has partnership with Citigroup which owns 20% of its equity stake.
Corporate and Commercial Credits Monitoring Manager
• Managed portfolio of 8 largest commercial branches of the bank with non-performing loan amount of
$ 50 MM and achieved restructuring ratio of % 75.
• Led negotiations with high risk and potential risk level customers on revisions of credit terms
resulting in a 20 % increase in collateral amount.
• Planned and coordinated customer risk detection programs based on key variable changes in
financial statements of companies and put $ 7 MM loans under close watch list as a result.
• Taught effective risk monitoring to 120 management trainees and branch managers as an instructor in
bank wide education programs for a year.