Austin Hersh

Majored in Finance, Minored in Psychology
Bryant University, Class of 2015
From West Hartford, CT

Bryant University graduate, Magma Cum Laude. Business Administration student with a concentration in Finance and minor in Psychology. A motivated and hardworking individual looking to secure a position with a well established organization within the financial services industry. Over two years of investing experience with a current focus on gaining valuable experience in multiple aspects of finance with an emphasis on investments. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FactSet, and highly adaptable to unique company programs and databases. Finance GPA: 3.86 Psychology GPA: 3.9 Cumulative GPA: 3.65

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Education

Bryant University

Austin in the News

Austin Hersh Named to Dean's List at Bryant University

The spring semester Dean's List at Bryant University includes the following area residents: Austin S Hersh, a Senior in Finance from West Hartford Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I., is a l...

June, 11 2015 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Scott Hersh graduates from Bryant University

Bryant University held its 152nd Commencement on Saturday, May 16. Among the graduates is the following area resident: Austin Scott Hersh, of West Hartford, Bachelor of Science in Business Adminis...

May, 18 2015 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Hersh Named to Dean's List at Bryant University

The fall semester Dean's List at Bryant University includes the following area residents: Austin Hersh,a Senior in Finance from West Hartford (06107) Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I., is a...

January, 13 2015 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Hersh Named to Dean's List at Bryant University

The spring semester Dean's List at Bryant University includes the following area residents: Austin Hersh, a Junior in Finance, from West Hartford Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I., is a lea...

June, 27 2014 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Hersh Named to Dean's List at Bryant University

Austin Hersh, a Junior in Finance from West Hartford was named to the fall semester Dean's List at Bryant University. Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I., is a leading private university offer...

January, 15 2014 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Hersh Named to Dean's List at Bryant University

Austin Hersh, a Sophomore in Undeclared from West Hartford was named to the spring semester Dean's List at Bryant University. Bryant University in Smithfield, R.I., is a leading private universi...

June, 14 2013 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Hersh Named to Dean's List at Bryant University

Austin Hersh, a Freshman Business Administration major from West Hartford was named to the fall semester Dean's List at Bryant University. Since its founding nearly 150 years ago, Bryant Universit...

February, 10 2012 - Verified by Bryant University

Austin Hersh Enters Bryant University

Austin Hersh, a Business Administration student from West Hartford, has been admitted to Bryant University as a member of the Class of 2015. Since its founding nearly 150 years ago, Bryant Univ...

October, 14 2011 - Verified by Bryant University

Work Experience

Investment Research Intern at The Washington Trust Company

Assist senior analysts and portfolio managers with research coverage of a domestic large cap growth equity portfolio with approximately $750mm in AUM. I gather, analyze and report on information relating to new equity investment ideas, as well as current investment positions. Current focus is on researching and analyzing the Cyber Security Industry to find new potential investment opportunities for the growth portfolio. During earnings season, I worked with senior management on gathering and evaluating significant company earnings data, as well as analyst reports and presentations.

March 2015 - Present

Chairman of Macroeconomic Committee -Archway Investment Fund at Bryant University

-Develop investment strategy for portfolio with over $1,000,000 in AUM -Research global macroeconomic data -Manage team of economic researchers

December 2014 - Present

Securities Analyst & Portfolio Manager - Archway Investment Fund at Bryant University

Student run stock portfolio with over $1,000,000 of AUM. It is a very selective program spanning two semesters in which students must apply and interview for a class spot. It is a 9 credit course. - Responsible for the valuation of equity securities in the Healthcare sector. - Evaluate potential portfolio additions using various valuation methods including: the free cash flow model, the dividend discount model, and a weighted P/E ratio analysis. - Provide in-depth analysis on companies by excessively utilizing FactSet, Morning Star, Capital IQ, Bloomberg, and Value Line. - Pitch buy and sell suggestions to members of the fund.

September 2014 - Present

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