Aidan Drouse

Looking to make an impact

Starr Insurance Companies

Operations Analyst June 2023 - Present

●  Designed and implemented a Premium Audit Endorsement tracker, resulting in a $15.2 million revenue

increase for Starr by identifying previously unrecognized due endorsements.

●  Engineered a SAM (System Access Matrix) to meticulously assign access levels based on job titles for 600+

employees, streamlining security and operations across 263 unique roles.

●  Generated critical reports, including a weekly briefing sent to CEO Steve Blakey and other Starr executives,

providing essential insights for strategic decision-making.

●  Developed a standardized peer review tool for underwriters, enhancing document acquisition across casualty

lines quarterly.

●  Coordinated internal and external audits across all Starr Casualty profit centers, ensuring company-wide

compliance.

Wolford America New York, New York

Merchandising Planning & Allocation Intern May 2022 - Aug. 2022

●  Created an advanced sales forecasting tool to optimize the strategic allocation of merchandise across 22

nationwide storefronts.

●  Engineered precise budget forecasts for e-commerce and brick-and-mortar locations by calculating detailed

penetration rates.

●  Produced comprehensive reports in Microsoft Excel, leveraging advanced functions to analyze weekly sales

trends by collection and season.

Kirna Zabete New York, New York

Business Development Intern Jan. 2022 - Apr. 2022

●  Recommended strategic actions for a luxury boutique by analyzing weekly KPIs to drive performance

improvements.

●  Collaborated with all store departments to gain an in-depth understanding of corporate business operations.

●  Integrated reporting systems between Teamwork and ShopperTrak.
Gabelli School of Business Consulting Cup Challenge Bronx, New York 

Team Member Sept. 2021 - Dec. 2021

●  Conducted a comprehensive financial, operational, and strategic analysis of Columbia Sportswear.

●  Identified operational challenges and devised solutions to enhance shareholder value.

●  Produced a comprehensive 30-page report and a condensed presentation, delivered to esteemed business

professionals.

Fordham University, Gabelli School of Business

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Concentration in Finance

Bronx, New York

May 2023

GPA: 3.5/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Financial Management, Information Systems, Investments Securities and Analysis Business Law, Corporate Financial Policy