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MY DIGITAL BIO
**This is actually a huge board of switches, by Valentin Ruhry
in Newport, RI
JOE BIRISH
WHO AM I?
I solve business problems
A perpetual student of business
• In both the practical and academic sense
Currently studying at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
• Master of Business Administration; candidate, May 2014• Master of Science in Accounting; candidate, May 2014
ANY PARTICULAR AREAS?
The areas I most enjoy in business are:
Risk Management
• Trying to mitigate potential problems
Finance and Accounting
• How to afford the goals of the business
Operations
• How to accomplish these goals efficiently
BUT WHY BUSINESS?
New challenges every day!
• I enjoy:• Problem solving• Asking “What if?”• Helping others overcome challenges
Business challenges you to look for tomorrow’s problems while solving today’s
I PLAY DEVIL’S ADVOCATE
Asking questions and challenging ideas:
• Helps ensure the best course of action• Looks for potential problems• Discovers new opportunities• Asking “Why” ensures project is aligned with goals• Asking “Is there a better way?” ensures processes are
efficient
HOW DID I LEARN THIS?
Past problem solving careers
• IT support – desktop, application, and network support• Automotive mechanic
Academics
• Undergraduate coursework• BS in Business Administration
• Concentration in Finance• Minor in Accounting
• Graduate coursework
CERTIFICATION PLANS
I plan on pursuing a variety of industry certifications after graduation:
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM)• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)• Six Sigma• Other
OUTSIDE OF BUSINESS
Some of my hobbies include:
• Photography• I first started with photography as a way to “not be in the
picture” and found that I enjoy it
• Hiking• Great way to disconnect and unwind• First started hiking while in the Boy Scouts
NOW WHAT?
Contact me!
• www.linkedin.com/in/josephbirish• I look forward to working together in overcoming your
business obstacles.