Kristina Cao

Finance and Statistics @ Wharton

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

About

Hello, I am from Philadelphia, PA, and I am an incoming sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania! I'm passionate about leadership, finance, and statistics in the business world. I also enjoy helping to inspire change in our communities through social impact! Contact: [email protected]

Experience

  • FAST Member at Financial Analyst Student Training (FAST)
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    • Developed a strong foundation in finance through hands-on learning and mentorship. • Built valuation models, such as DCFs and Comparable Company Analyses of different companies in the retail industry.

  • Smart Woman Securities @ CMU (5 mos)
    • Chief Financial Officer
      Apr 2026 - May 2026 · 2 mos

    • Research Board Analyst
      Jan 2026 - Apr 2026 · 4 mos

      • Conduct research on developed markets and foreign exchange to develop trade pitches. • Attend weekly board meetings to present market watches and valuation insights. • Collaborate with other analysts to create industrial and financial analyses.

  • Cauldy Ambassador at btw
    Jan 2026 - May 2026 · 5 mos

    • Design visuals through promotional flyers and quote graphics to increase brand visibility. • Turn conversations on Cauldy into anonymized content.

  • Women in Business Carnegie Mellon (9 mos)
    • Project Associate
      Jan 2026 - May 2026 · 5 mos

      • Work with team members to provide strategic solutions for a women-owned business, Notes to Self Shop. • Offer better website brand alignment and friendly user experience.

    • Member
      Sep 2025 - Dec 2025 · 4 mos

  • Front Desk Assistant at Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business
    Sep 2025 - May 2026 · 9 mos

    • First point of contact for visitors • Provide office support for students, staff, and faculty • Assist TUP professional staff on special projects