Youbin Park
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics April 2021 - December 2024 Brigham Young University - Idaho, Rexburg, ID
- GPA: 3.9 / 4.0
- Minor: Mathematics and Data Science
- Developed an algorithm in Excel to monitor the movement of US government treasury bills and gold, identifying divergences and opportunities for long positions in the lagging performer and short position in the other. Made 8% return in one month.
- Built a linear regression model using R Studio to predict CPI using PCE data from FRED.
- Captain of 2023 Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge. Used Bloomberg data to back test portfolio strategies and conduct technical analysis.
- Additional: CFA Research Challenge
SKILLS/CERTIFICATES
- CFA Level I. Currently working on level II.
- Bloomberg Market Concepts
- SQL (Intermediate), RStudio (Advanced), Python (Intermediate), Machine learning (Intermediate), Power BI (Advanced), Tableau (Advanced), Excel (Advanced).
- Korea Institute of Financial Investment Leverage ETP (ETF, ETN) certified
WORK EXPERIENCE
Financial Planner and Analyst Intern January 2023 - March 2023 Connecticut Electric INC, Anderson, IN
- Coded inventory forecasting model in Excel to optimize inventory levels
- Improved the product defective rate from 10%~50% to 3% by improving batch testing regime and coordinating quality assurance processes with suppliers
- Presented to the executive team an analysis of department risks, strengths, weaknesses, and work environment
- Selected and attended a creative thinking leadership retreat in Hawaii
Squad leader June 2018 - February 2020 Republic of Korea Army, South Korea
- Led and trained 5 to 10 squad members, providing feedback and coaching to increase battle effectiveness
- Counseled and motivated squad members to persevere in the face of intense physical training
- Learned how to communicate effectively with peers under duress
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Club leader, Instructor April 2021 - Present BYUI Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club, Rexburg, ID
- Mentor 150 ~ 200 students at various skill and motivation levels, maximizing the value added of training
- Manage all aspects of the organization’s activities, including training, competitions, and events
VP April 2023 – September 2023 Financial Economics Society, Rexburg, ID
- Trained junior members on the basics of options markets and risk management using the Black Scholes model and Monte Carlo simulations.
- Collaborate to plan events and initiatives to provide networking opportunities with industry professionals
- Organize weekly discussions reviewing current events and trends in financial markets
CFO January 2022 - April 2023 Corporate Finance Society, Rexburg, ID
- Contributed to the success of the BYUI Corporate Finance Society by providing effective financial leadership and management, which enabled the society to achieve its mission and strategic objectives.
- Placed second in stock trading competition.