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CURRENT ADDRESS:
222 East College Ave. Apt. 6
State College, PA 16801
RICHARD J. BLAIR PERMANENT ADDRESS:
4353 Trophy Drive
Boothwyn, PA 19061
richardjblair17@gmail.com | 610.804.0338
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University | Schreyer Honors College University Park, PA
Smeal College of Business | Bachelor of Science in Finance Graduation: May 2017
Smeal College of Business | Two-Piece Sequence in Accounting
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Grant Thornton LLP Alexandria, VA
Advisory Intern Public Sector | Grant Thornton Business Consulting & Data Analytics May 2016 Jul 2016
Collaborated with Grant Thorntons National Managing Principal of Revenue Growth to expand the firms market share through
market sizing, frameworks, and management consulting industry examinations of GT, MBB, Big 4, and Mid-Tier firms
Performed Transaction Valuation Services to evaluate client assets by utilizing Bloomberg, IDC, and pricing models along with
preparing Valuation Methodologies for Equities, Convertible Securities, Corporate Bonds, Structured Notes, and Options
Diagnosed the implications of Brexit to mitigate risk on Grant Thornton and the firms clients through analysis, case studies,
and the attendance of Bloomberg Surveillance with Alan Greenspan
The Baratta Investment Group Incline Village, NV
Summer Analyst Intern Jun 2014 Aug 2014
Assessed the hedge funds $44.8 million assets under management with portfolio manager and prepared materials of
potential investments through fundamental analysis, market research, and due diligence
Utilized models for market trends, historical data, and forecasted movement based on macroeconomic indicators using data
from Bloomberg, Reuters, CNBC, and independent research institutions to make informed investment decisions
Nittany Consulting Group University Park, PA
Consultant | Consultant Training Program (CTP) Sep 2015 Dec 2015
Selected from 150+ students for a comprehensive training program to prepare graduates for careers in the financial services industry
Augmented core consulting skills through hands-on case study analyses with industry professionals and by working with a team
of four to consult mock clients, construct revenue models, and sensitivity analyses
Penn State Investment Association (PSIA) University Park, PA
Analyst | Healthcare Sector Aug 2013 Dec 2015
Contributed analytical support and research for an investor-funded $7.0 million student-managed portfolio of equities
Developed valuation skills pertaining to financial analysis, common market metrics, and equity research
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) University Park, PA
Local Donor Development Captain | Donor & Alumni Relations Development Sep 2015 Feb 2016
Created a solicitation strategy for all current and potential donors in Centre County and promoted THON through local
networking events to maximize the fundraising total for the largest student-run philanthropy in the world
Supervised THONs organizations to ensure their fundraising goals are met through proper fundraising techniques
Dancer Storage Leader | Dancer Relations Committee Member Sep 2014 Feb
2015
Monitored 709 dancers throughout THON weekend by providing physical and emotional support to assure safety and well-being
during the 46 hour event that raised $13,026,653.23 for the Four Diamonds Fund
Attended weekly meetings/fitness instruction sessions to learn how to handle potential situations in said conditions
Coordinated with Dancer Relations Captain and 38 committee members to create an environment for dancers and volunteers to store equipment
and receive medical attention by developing dancer storage themes, dcor, and entertainment
Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity University Park, PA
Bylaws Chair | Warden Jan 2015 May 2015
Oversaw the fraternity's bylaws to promote the guiding regulations of Alpha Kappa Psi and assure proper implementation of
rules and order during official parliamentary proceedings
Supervised the Judicial Review Board to deliberate and provide disciplinary recommendations for brothers in bad-standing
Philanthropy Chair | Epsilon Tau Pledge Class Jan 2014 May 2014
Cooperated with a pledge class of 23 to plan professional, philanthropic, fundraising, and social events
Met weekly with committee members and co-chair to discuss philanthropic matters to create an atmosphere of charity and
humanitarianism, and to organize a philanthropic event with the Ronald McDonald House for the fraternity
Enhanced professionalism through mock interviews, resume workshops, and professional seminars
HONORS, SKILLS, & INTERESTS
Congressional Scholar-Athlete Presented by State Representative Patrick Meehan, 7th Congressional District of PA
Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Delaware County Chapter Induction | Danny Murtaugh Award for Most Courageous Athlete
Hugh OBrien Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY)
Working knowledge in: Bloomberg, FactSet, Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), Tableau
 Interests include: Fantasy Football, history, horse racing, Nittanyville, Philadelphia sports, soccer goalkeeping, Texas Hold Em, and traveling