Aaron Schwartz
Cabo Rojo,PR
Summary
Experienced Investor and Developer with a strong background in Finance and IT. Over the past several years, I have successfully managed a real estate investment firm and grown my investment portfolio, leveraging my financial expertise alongside development skills. I have worked with global startups in various business roles, combining my finance and coding experience to drive innovation in financial applications. I am passionate about expanding my technical skill set, specifically in backend Java development, to deepen my impact in the tech industry. I am eager to join the bootcamp to revamp my coding skills, gain new technical expertise, and build meaningful connections within the local developer and startup communities in Puerto Rico.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Investor
Seven Bridges Home Buyers
01.2019 - Current
- Monitor and develop investment portfolio.
- Design and maintain financial models to identify and measure risks.
- Analyze business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies
- Conduct market research to identify advantageous trends and undervalued investment opportunities.
VP Blockchain Technology
Apaly Health
06.2018 - 06.2020
Blockchain Advisor
block3
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Block3 - Building Blockchain Businesses
- We believe in the power of blockchain technologies for a better, more decentralised future
- Block3 enables businesses to quickly, safely and sustainably adopt and deploy blockchain technologies; commercialising their vision, and build the businesses of tomorrow
- I advise our clients on technical best practice, guiding them with the strategy and framework to bring their vision to life.
Head Of Trading
MLG Blockchain Consulting
11.2017 - 11.2019
Blockchain Advisor
bitJob - Student Marketplace
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided strategic guidance on blockchain architecture and led the development efforts for the platform
- Collaborated with the technical team to implement blockchain solutions tailored to the needs of the higher education sector
- Served as an advisor on blockchain technology, helping to drive the project's vision and technical direction.
Director of Global Engagement
Blockchain Education Network
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Serve as central point of contact and collaboration for global network of Blockchain Education Network region-heads
- Collaborate with global network of region heads to plan and execute fun, educational initiatives such as hackathons, conferences and workshops for students interested in getting more involved in blockchain technology
- Assist and support students in universities globally in creating and growing bitcoin/blockchain clubs at their respective universities.
Advisory Board Member
Ties.Network
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Education and Science Advisor at Ties.Network
Advisory Board Member
LAToken
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Smart Contracts Advisor at LAToken (https://latoken.com/)
Advisor
UHUB
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Working with the Uhub team as an ICO / Smart Contract Advisor.
Programmer
Florida Blue
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Collaborated with other developers and testing team members to develop consumer-facing native mobile application for iOS and Android, using react native
- Designed and developed robust solutions to meet in-house and client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Performed code refactoring and optimization to improve performance.
- Provided computer programming subject matter expertise to project team members.
Full Stack Developer / Technical Project Manager
The Agency at UF
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Utilized a variety of technologies including popular JavaScript frameworks and technologies to create custom websites and applications for clientele according to individual specifications and business needs
- Created NoSQL databases that contained back-end schemas, store data, and implement RESTful API servers using Node.JS, Express.JS, and MongoDB
- Tracked analytics by embedding Google Analytics into websites/applications to provide data-driven insights to marketing and development team
- Monitored and managed bugs/errors code once it had been deployed using automated JavaScript testing frameworks such as Mocha and Jasmine
- Deployed and monitored websites/applications using AWS, Heroku, Docker
- Managed digital projects from start to completion using Agile and Kanban Workflow Methodologies.
Business Development Coordinator
The Agency at UF
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Coordinated of external business outreach efforts and internal management of resources needed to execute client projects
- Involvement in strategic multi-channel branding efforts for nexGEN, The Agency's digital studio
- Responsible for acting as a liaison between nexGEN and The Agency's top-tier clientele and internal development teams
- Created program logistics and recruitment campaign for the nexGEN Internship Program
- Developed internal/external marketing strategies to rebrand nexGEN Internship Program.
Operations Analyst
Deutsche Bank
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided global business service operations, client management, and trade capture for various fixed income products, in support to respective desks under CB&S North America
- Daily exposure to Cross Rates, IG Credit, HY/Distressed, Emerging Markets, and Short Duration Sales Desks
- Supported overall post-trade execution experience for Deutsche Bank's Institutional Client Group
- Communicated globally with industry-leading brokerages, hedge funds, private equity, and sovereign wealth funds
- Acted as a liaison between securities marketers and their counterparties to ensure the complete and accurate capture of all transactions
- Collaborated with internal support teams on validations, amendments, and reconciliations to trade bookings
- Worked closely with bank syndicate to minimize operational risk on newly issued securities.
Financial Representative Intern
Northwestern Mutual
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Gained practical sales cycle experience through phoning, prospecting, meeting with clients to gain information and provide recommendations, closing a sale, and following up with clients as well as prospect
- Educated clients on the importance of retirement planning and financial security
- Formulated plans to meet the specific personal, professional, and financial goals of clients through NWM financial products, including life insurance policies, annuities, variable annuities, and various other financial vehicles
- Attended weekly skill-builder meetings with full-time financial representatives to get insider tips and mentorship
- Attended specialised weekly intern training sessions on NWM financial tools and sales language.
Campus Manager - Marketing Intern
clusterFlunk
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Interviewed, hired, coordinated, managed, and lead marketing efforts for 15 ClusterFlunk Campus Representatives
- Participated in weekly discussions via video-conferencing with national ClusterFlunk management team
- Initiated meetings with campus reps to discuss current marketing strategies and changes to be made
- Created and posted outlines, answered questions of students and lead discussions on Clusterflunk.com
- Lead social media marketing efforts and disbursed promotional materials to students to spur brand relevance at UF.
Teacher's Assistant - Principles Of Entrepreneurship
University of Florida
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Reviewed students' assignments and delivered helpful feedback
- Presided over the experiential classroom program and administered exams
- Assisted students with academic concerns during private office hour sessions or via personal email
- Attended periodic meetings with Dr
- Rossi and entire TA team to discuss grading information, new ideas for educating the students, opportunities for TA's, etc.
Shadow - Orthopedic Surgeon
Miami Children's Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Attended and assisted with simple tasks during surgery and developed interpersonal skills while helping in the clinic three to four times a week for summer break with Dr
- Stephen M
- Swirsky, DO
- Developed new communication skills towards patients and parents of patients during in-clinic one-on-one evaluations of the patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration - Finance
University of Florida
01.2016
Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp - Computer Software Engineering
Gainesville Dev Academy
01.2017
High School Diploma -
Coral Reef Senior High School
Miami, FL01.2012
Full Stack Web Development Certification - Computer Software Engineering
Free Code Camp
01.2017
Skills
- IT Consulting
- Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
- Problem-Solving
- Agile development methodologies
- Software Development
- Innovative
- Git proficiency
Certification
- Full Stack Developer, Gainesville Dev Academy, 2016
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Real Estate Investor
Seven Bridges Home Buyers
01.2019 - Current
VP Blockchain Technology
Apaly Health
06.2018 - 06.2020
Blockchain Advisor
block3
02.2018 - 06.2020
Head Of Trading
MLG Blockchain Consulting
11.2017 - 11.2019
Advisor
UHUB
10.2017 - 05.2018
Advisory Board Member
Ties.Network
07.2017 - 07.2018
Advisory Board Member
LAToken
06.2017 - 06.2018
Blockchain Advisor
bitJob - Student Marketplace
05.2017 - 08.2018
Programmer
Florida Blue
05.2017 - 11.2017
Director of Global Engagement
Blockchain Education Network
02.2017 - 08.2018
Full Stack Developer / Technical Project Manager
The Agency at UF
12.2016 - 05.2017
Business Development Coordinator
The Agency at UF
08.2016 - 12.2016
Operations Analyst
Deutsche Bank
06.2016 - 08.2016
Financial Representative Intern
Northwestern Mutual
06.2015 - 08.2015
Campus Manager - Marketing Intern
clusterFlunk
08.2014 - 01.2015
Teacher's Assistant - Principles Of Entrepreneurship
University of Florida
08.2014 - 12.2014
Shadow - Orthopedic Surgeon
Miami Children's Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration - Finance
University of Florida
Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp - Computer Software Engineering
Gainesville Dev Academy
High School Diploma -
Coral Reef Senior High School
Full Stack Web Development Certification - Computer Software Engineering
Free Code Camp
- Full Stack Developer, Gainesville Dev Academy, 2016
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