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Paul Goodman

Paul Goodman

Rio de Janeiro

Summary

Business student with dual citizenship (U.S. & Brazil), passionate about entrepreneurship, business strategy, and operational efficiency. Experienced in financial management, business development, and multi-store operations, with a track record of optimizing processes, improving financial oversight, and driving business growth. Highly organized and adaptable, with a hands-on approach across different business areas, including marketing, sales, finance, and operations.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Investment Trainee

Investment Club
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
10.2024 - Current

• Assisted in client networking and acquisition, contributing to surpassing R$1,000,000.00 in investments within the first two months of the club.

• Developed an advanced Excel spreadsheet to track dividend payment projections and historical data, optimizing decision-making processes.

• Personally managed the execution of stock buy and sell orders through the homebroker platform, alongside the portfolio manager.

• Played a key role in planning and organizing strategic presentations and meetings to engage existing clients and attract potential investors.

Finance Intern

O Burguês
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
01.2024 - 08.2024

• Managed the financial operations of two out of eight franchise stores, overseeing payments of bills and employee salaries, bank reconciliation, inventory control, and revenue reporting. This led to a more structured financial system, enabling better budgeting and planning.

• Maintained daily communication with store managers to monitor operational processes and address any issues or inefficiencies.

• Created and delivered weekly performance presentations to shareholders, providing key insights into store performance and financial health.

• Negotiated payment extensions with suppliers during periods of cash flow constraints, ensuring financial stability and operational continuity.

Financial and Business Operations

Gocoffee
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
02.2023 - 12.2023

• Conducted market research to determine the best store location, combining on-site visits and online analysis. Identified a high-value space with great potential in an outlet mall.

• Established direct partnerships with influencers, which played a crucial role in attracting new customers during the store’s launch.

• Negotiated a strategic partnership with a university located in the same mall, successfully converting students into recurring customers.

• Managed the store’s financial operations, including bank reconciliation, inventory control, supplier and employee payments, and detailed financial tracking in spreadsheets. This provided a clear and structured view of the store’s budget.

• Played an active role in key business decision-making processes, including pricing strategies, product selection, marketing campaigns, and operational improvements. Regularly analyzed performance metrics and market trends to propose adjustments that optimized revenue and customer experience.

• Due to the store’s rapid success within six months, we expanded by purchasing the adjacent property, increasing operational capacity and enhancing the overall customer experience.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)
Rio de Janeiro
12.2026

Skills

  • Market research
  • Time management
  • Pipeline Management
  • Negotiation
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Proactive
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Task prioritization

Hard skills

  • Microsoft Excel (intermediate)
  • CRM systems (Sales force, Hubspot)
  • Google & Meta ads (basic)
  • SQL (basic)
  • Power BI (basic)
  • Google sheets
  • Slack
  • Trello
  • Asana

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Investment Trainee

Investment Club
10.2024 - Current

Finance Intern

O Burguês
01.2024 - 08.2024

Financial and Business Operations

Gocoffee
02.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)
Paul Goodman