West Bakke

308 Kennedy Avenue (210) 875-7785

San Antonio, Texas 78209 westbakke@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas September 2014 May 2018
BBA in Business Honors and Finance, Minor in Spanish
Overall GPR: 3.574

LEADERSHIP
Mays Business School Honors Program, Texas A&M University September 2014 Present
Member
Actively involved in rigorous honors classes, emphasizing participation and case studies
Gained experience and knowledge via professional development and distinguished speakers series

Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, Texas A&M University Fall 2014 Present

Member
Elected as class treasurer to collect dues, establish budget, and oversee financial transactions
Selected to serve on 5-member Kai Committee, the chapters self-disciplinary body

WORK EXPERIENCE
Valero Energy Corporation, San Antonio, Texas May 2017 August 2017
Strategic Planning Summer Intern
Analyzed investment and divestment trends among major players in global oil and gas market
Identified long-term export opportunities in developing markets, particularly South America
Tracked developments in regulatory environment and assessed potential impacts to refining sector

Bank of America Merrill Lynch, San Antonio, Texas June 2016 August 2016
Wealth Management Summer Analyst
Composed database of key economic indicators for expansion of emerging-markets strategy
Assisted financial advisors by completing ad hoc assignments and research tasks
Developed industry knowledge by discussing current events, macro trends, and market activity

Camp Longhorn, Burnet, Texas Summer 2013, 2014

Camp Counselor
Supervised cabin of 9- and 10-year-old boys and coordinated activities during 2-week terms
Held responsibility for the safety, personal care, and discipline of the campers

HONORS
2400, SAT Combined Score March 2013
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America January 2014
National Merit Scholar, Finalist February 2014
National Scholar, Texas A&M September 2014 May 2018
Presidents Endowed Scholar, Texas A&M September 2014 May 2018