- 🎯 Currently pursuing Master's in Applied Economics & Econometrics at University of Southern California (Expected May 2026)
- 💼 Former Portfolio Management & Investment Research Intern at StepStone Group, managing $602B Evergreen Fund strategies
- 🏆 Rising Star of the Year 2022 - Founded and scaled Sparsh Skin, a personal care brand
- 📊 Experienced in quantitative modeling, risk management, and financial analysis across multiple asset classes
- 📧 Reach me at: sakshidedhia07@gmail.com
- 🎯 Actively seeking Spring 2026 Co-Op & 2026 Full-time opportunities in Investment/Asset Management
- 📈 Developing proprietary quantitative optimization models for portfolio management
- 🔍 Researching econometric modeling techniques and their applications in financial markets
Tools & Libraries: NumPy, Matplotlib, SciPy, TensorFlow, CVXOPT, Pandas, Power BI, Tableau, Anaconda, VS Code, Excel, VBA
- Financial Analysis & Risk Modeling: Financial Statement Analysis, Ratio Analysis, Risk Assessment, Portfolio Optimization, Stress Testing, Scenario Analysis, Sensitivity Analysis
- Quantitative Methods: Econometric Modeling, Monte Carlo Simulations, Factor Analysis, Derivatives Pricing, Risk/Return Modeling, Time Series Forecasting
- Investment Research: Due Diligence, Asset Allocation, Performance Attribution, Portfolio Construction, Valuation
- Data Management: ETL Pipelines, Database Design, Data Visualization
- 🎯 Developed proprietary quantitative optimization model in Python for $602B Evergreen Fund
- 📊 Architected SQL database pipeline eliminating manual reconciliation across fund pacing models
- 🔧 Modeled NAV trajectories, liquidity buffers, and reinvestment thresholds
- 📈 Generated $50K+ in revenue with 40% YOY growth
- 🎨 Launched 30+ products with data-driven pricing strategies
- 👥 Built distribution network of 15+ women entrepreneurs
- ⚡ Improved operational efficiency by 30% through automation
- 💰 Managed portfolios for 50+ HNI clients achieving 12-15% annual returns
- 📈 Enhanced forecasting accuracy by 30% through refined financial models
- 🎯 Conducted due diligence on $10M+ in assets
- ⚡ Increased Sharpe ratios by 20% through quantitative optimization
Master of Science in Applied Economics & Econometrics (STEM) - (GPA: 3.85/4.0)
- Relevant Coursework: Time Series Analysis, Big Data Econometrics, Private Equity and Venture Capital, Quantitative Investing, Macroeconomics
- Leadership: President - Economic Graduate Student Association (EGSA)
- Awards: Secured first place in Venture Capital Investment Capital (VCIC'24)
- Involvement: Global Investment Society (GIS), Blockchain@USC (Research Team), Gamma Iota Sigma Risk Management Society, Smart Women Securities (SWS), DataSC
- Research Assistant: Marshall Behavioral Research Lab
- Teaching Assistant: DSO 580, BUAD 315, POSC-340, POSC-436
Bachelor of Arts in Economics - (GPA: 3.7/4.0)
- Relevant Coursework: Econometrics, Mathematical and Statistical Techniques for Economic Analysis, Indian Financial System
- Involvement: Contributing Writer at The Economic Transcript
- 🔬 Bloomberg - Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)
- 📊 Akuna Capital - Options 101
- 📊 Wall Street Prep - Financial Statement Modeling
- 🎖️ UniFi by CAIA™ - Fundamentals of Alternative Investments
💡 "Curious and Critical Thinker Econ Nerd"
⭐️ ~ saakshidedhia