Arthur M.
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Finance
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business
2009 : 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
2003 : 2005
Santa Monica College
2001 : 2003
High School Diploma
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High School
1998 : 2001
Village Christian Schools
1997 : 1998
• In-depth knowledge of GDPR-K, CPRA, CDPA, CPA, BIPA, DPA, ECPA, FCRA, NPICIC, PIPEDA, PIPA, PIPL, POPI(A), SB 220, and TCF
• Strong understanding of data privacy frameworks, policies, and best practices
• Skilled in conducting privacy assessments and audits to identify risks and ensure compliance
• Proven track record of implementing effective data protection strategies and controls
• Proficient in developing and delivering privacy training programs for organizations and employees
• Experienced in incident response management and conducting forensic investigations
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex privacy and cybersecurity concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address privacy and security issues effectively
• Develop and implement comprehensive data privacy and cybersecurity programs for clients across diverse industries.
• Conduct detailed privacy impact assessments to identify potential risks and provide recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Assist clients in achieving compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
• Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Conduct gap analysis and lead remediation efforts to align clients' data privacy practices with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with legal teams to provide guidance on privacy-related matters and ensure legal compliance.
• Provide guidance and support during data breach incidents, including incident response planning, containment, and remediation.
• Implement privacy-by-design principles and conduct privacy reviews of new systems, products, and services.
• Deliver training sessions and workshops to educate employees on privacy awareness, data handling, and security best practices.
2020 : Present
NMS Consulting Inc.
Senior Manager, Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
• Oversaw a team of consultants working on client projects in the areas of strategic communications, transaction advisory, corporate strategy, and brand management.
• Contributed to the company's recognition as a top 10 Cyber Security Company and one of the 50 fastest growing companies during my tenure.
• Created new business opportunities by utilizing client referrals and introductions.
• Demonstrated leadership by effectively coordinating and delegating tasks, deadlines, and deliverables to deal teams to ensure timely and successful project completion.
2018 : 2020
NMS Consulting Inc
Senior Manager
• Led a team of associates in constructing financial models, including Gordon Growth, discounted cash flow, capital expenditure and depreciation, comparable companies, and other models in Excel to evaluate equity securities and other investments. Achieved an annual return of 100% in 2013 with selected stock investments, surpassing the S&P 500 return by 65%.
• Utilized S&P Capital IQ data to prepare research reports and present recommendations to the CEO. Conducted due diligence and ensured compliance with SEC, FINRA, state, federal, and company policies.
• Reviewed investment fund expenses, quarterly reports, and cash flows with exceptional attention to detail. Maintained frequent communication with investment managers, earning commendation for thorough and timely communication.
• Spearheaded a project to organize all records and documents on Salesforce database, improving operational efficiency and cutting annual costs by $48,000. Completed the project ahead of schedule by one week.
2012 : 2019
NMS Capital Advisors, LLC
Vice President
• Analyzed client portfolio holdings in Excel to determine equity allocation and risk exposure, successfully preventing a $644,000 loss.
• Maintained daily communication with top clients to address concerns and gather feedback on trading platform and services.
• Improved operational efficiency and reduced costs by $48,000 annually through the use of Salesforce.
• Assessed client issues and recommended solutions to the president and trading manager, resulting in the successful execution of requests from two top-10 clients, preserving their $5 million accounts and adding $2.5 million in funds. Achieved the Highest Service Quality Award in June and August 2011.
2011 : 2012
Zecco Trading
Trading Specialist
• Utilized Excel to construct financial models, such as Modern Portfolio Theory, merger consequences, and earnings quality analysis, to evaluate equity securities. Avoided an investment that could have resulted in a $320K loss.
• Made investment recommendations with a focus on multi-period mean-variance optimization and diversification. Achieved an annual return of 19% in 2010, exceeding the S&P 500 return by 4%.
• Conducted due diligence on equity securities and industries to evaluate risk and return profiles.
• Prepared capital market research reports and presented investment recommendations to the Portfolio Manager.
• Conducted weekly channel checks and evaluated consultants' research to stay informed on the latest industry trends and developments.
2007 : 2011
Emerald Pacific (Formerly Ashraf Capital Corp.)
Assistant Portfolio Manager
Skills
Alternative Investments, Asset Management, Asset Managment, bridge loans, Brokerage, Business Analysis, C++, construction loans, Corporate Finance, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, eb5, employment-based immigration, Equities, Estate Planning, Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Financial Services, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Hedge Funds, immigration issues, immigration law, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Investments, Java, MBA, Mergers & Acquisitions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Mutual Funds, PowerPoint, Python, Quantitative Analytics, real estate lending, real estate transactions, Retirement Planning, Ruby, Securities, Series 7, Series 63, Strategic Financial Planning, Uniform Combined State Law, Valuation, VBA, VBScript, Visual Basic, Wealth Management, C
About
I am an experienced Senior Manager at NMS Consulting, a Top 10 Cybersecurity Company and a Top 50 Fastest Growing Company. I hold the Certified Information Privacy Professional, United States (CIPP/US) certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). My expertise lies in providing data privacy and cybersecurity consulting regarding protocols, data breaches, and practices in regard to GDPR, GDPR-K, CCPA, CPRA, HIPAA, SB 220 and other regulations.
Previously, I served as Vice President at NMS Capital Advisors, where I played a key role in achieving a cumulative sales growth of over 5,100%, with annual compounded sales growth exceeding 120% from 2012 to 2017. As a result, the investment bank consistently ranked among the Top 10 investment banks by the Los Angeles Business Journal, with over $5 billion in completed transactions. The successful sale of NMS Capital Advisors in 2018 for an undisclosed amount is a testament to our team's hard work and dedication.
I hold an MBA from USC's Marshall School of Business and a Bachelor's Degree from UCLA, and am committed to delivering exceptional results to clients through my expertise and leadership.
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