MANISH S. PATEL4N548 Magnolia Lane, Wayne, IL 60184

Email: Manishpatel9486@gmail.comPhone: 630-936-9695

OBJECTIVE Versatile, results-oriented individual with strong team building skills and exceptional verbal/written communication skills used to effectively resolve problems in a deadline-driven environment while creating value and growth for a company.

SUMMARY Having moved multiple times throughout my life, adaptability has come as a matter of course and necessity. My numerous moves have allowed me to experience the importance of creating opportunities under any circumstance. Living in multiple countries has been invaluable in developing my outlook on life, as it has taught me the importance and significance of diversity, whether social or economic. I have strong written and verbal communication skills and I have proved to work well both independently and in teams.

EDUCATION Roosevelt University, Schaumburg, IL MBA: ManagementAugust 2015 – Present (Full-Time Student) (Expected Graduation – May 2017)

Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL Bachelors of Science: FinanceGraduation December 2010; GPA: 3.41

Courses include: Principles of Advertising, Marketing Management, Micro and Macro Economics, Business Law, Business Communications, Sales Management, Money & Banking, Elements of Financial Planning, Investments, Business Policy & Strategy, Statistics, & Operations Management.

EXPERIENCE

SAC Wireless (A Nokia Company): Project Development, Chicago, IL [September 2014 – July 2015]

Planned and prepared for site acquisitions by studying growth and development objectives and plans; coordinated with construction, engineering and legal teams; completed feasibility studies; developed preliminary zoning analyses; located and evaluated potential sites; checked building schedules; reviewed wireless requirements.

Obtained use and building permits by researching requirements; gathered information; completed zoning and land use applications; obtained and provided information to municipalities and agencies; verified land entitlements; made presentations to commissions and boards; prepared information packets; provided guidelines to zoning officials for land use ordinance revisions.

Leased properties by establishing contact with landlords; prepared Site Leases; negotiated terms; examined proposals; explored options; concluded agreements; negotiated with other telecommunication carriers regarding lease agreements and collocation antenna sites.

Maintained relationships with landlords by listening to and resolving concerns; provided information. Complied with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipated legislation;

enforced adherence to requirements; advised management on needed actions. Documented site acquisition process by maintaining records and contacts; recorded zoning constraints and conditions of

approval. Completed project milestones by reviewing action items and schedules; expedited requirements; escalated project completion

impediments.

US Bank: Universal Banker, Elk Grove Village, IL [December 2011 – September 2014]

Opened accounts, handled transactions, sell/cross-sell bank products and services, and resolved client service issues. Built client relations by assisting and working together with mortgage and loan representatives. Evaluated needs of potential clients and offered appropriate financial products and services. Partnered with financial advisors (Private Client Group) working on client investments and long term relationships using strong

mathematical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. Generated new business to assist in meeting establishment profitability goals. Expressed basic knowledge of retail product philosophy, policy, procedures, documentation and systems. Performed daily operations within the banking industry by following proper compliance.

MANISH S. PATEL4N548 Magnolia Lane, Wayne, IL 60184

Email:Manishpatel9486@gmail.comPhone: 630-936-9695

Affinity Financial Services: Credit Analyst, Wood Dale, IL [June 2011 – November 2011]

Performed credit consultations and updates with consumers and existing clients on a routine basis to enhance their knowledge of their financial situation.

Trained new employees on protocol and procedure. Performed administrative duties such as; scheduling, filing, preparing client portfolios.

Jiya 1 Incorporated: Operations/Finance Analyst, Alden, IL [August 2010 – March 2011]

Audited expense reports, tracked cash movement, and analyzed subsequent disbursements. Prepared quarterly status reports and outline current status of key indicators and manage forecast-to-actuals throughout

period and identify potential risk. Monitored expenses to ensure compliance with budget by performing monthly variance analysis. Automate processes to improve rigor and speed in the processing of critical information. Improved inventory control by developing and implementing reports for fulfilment. Dealt with people in a manner that displayed sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.

Merrill Lynch: Internship, Schaumburg, IL [June 2008 – August 2008]

Exposed to various aspects in private wealth management, ranging from client prospecting to understanding the rationale of products, while utilizing the Total Merrill approach toward wealth management.

Analyzed the margin list, alerted clients if margins requirements were not maintained, mailed client profiles and statements, organized mail for senior advisors, evaluated customer surveys, mailed out deposit slips, and sent product prospectuses to potential clients.

Communicated with clients on a regular basis and worked in a team oriented environment to organize various tasks such as seminars, informational packets, catering, and sending invitations to potential clients.

Prepared senior financial advisor for client meetings by organizing client portfolio and mutual fund profiles.

CVS Pharmacy: Licensed Pharmacy Technician, Rolling Meadows, IL [May 2005 – Present] [Part-Time]

Communicate with a wide array of people while providing prescribed medications, drugs and other pharmaceuticals as needed for exceptional patient care under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Ensure sufficient control and documentation of all controlled substance records and monitor patient medical profiles. Work with other staff members to guarantee that every customer received friendly, knowledgeable and efficient service. Work proficiently with insurance companies regarding patient insurance and handle un-resolved claims. Effectively manage conflict to achieve desired business results (sales/forecasting).

SKILLS

Applications: I am proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Minitab, QuickBooks, Photoshop, and FrontPage.

Languages: I am fluent in Hindi and Gujarati, French and basic Spanish.