David Florea
Dublin
Summary
Final-year Economics & Finance student at TU Dublin with proven ability to master complex skills and perform under pressure. Developed expertise as a mixologist in one of Dublin’s top cocktail venues, combining precision, creativity, and client engagement, qualities now applied to financial analysis, quantitative modelling, and problem-solving. Seeking to bring this same drive for mastery and discipline to postgraduate study and a career in finance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cocktail Bartender & Mixologist
Stella Cocktail Club
Dublin
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-quality service in a 200+ cover premium venue, consistently meeting demanding service standards under pressure.
- Trained and mentored new bartenders, ensuring high standards and effective team collaboration.
- Coordinated with floor staff and management to maintain seamless bar-to-table service during peak hours.
- Built strong relationships with regular and VIP clientele, demonstrating relationship management and communication skills.
- Operated bar service independently during certain shifts, showing initiative, accountability, and problem-solving under pressure.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Economics & Finance
Technological University Dublin
Dublin05-2026
Skills
- Financial modeling and investment valuation
- Econometric and risk analysis
- Portfolio management
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Client relationship management
- Leadership and teamwork
- Time management under pressure
- Excel, Stata, R, and Python
Certifications And Projects
- J.P. Morgan – Investment Banking Virtual Experience, 2025
- Citi Bank – Finance Virtual Internship, 2025
- EY – FAAS Programme, 2025
- Independent Project: Valuation of Ryanair using DCF & multiples
- Research Project: Analysed NVIDIA–Run AI merger and its impact on AI & semiconductors
Leadership And Achievements
- Semi-Professional Basketball & Track Athlete – developed resilience, discipline, leadership, and high performance under pressure
- Team leader at Templeogue afterschool academy
Timeline
Cocktail Bartender & Mixologist
Stella Cocktail Club
09.2023 - Current
BSc (Hons) - Economics & Finance
Technological University Dublin