Xiaofei Zhou
Knoxville
Summary
Data Science graduate from University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a 3.75 GPA and a strong background in financial services, analytics, and entrepreneurship. Experienced in client-facing financial counseling, risk assessment, and data driven decision making through two years at 21st Mortgage Corp. Since transitioning to self-employment, have successfully managed an independent business operation involving performance analysis, financial planning, and disciplined risk management. Recognized for strong quantitative skills, perseverance, and the ability to strive under pressure. Seeking opportunities to apply analytical thinking, business acumen, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-Employment
SimpliLife
Knoxville, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- 200k+ revenue in 10 months, 110k profit.
- Leading a team with 3 team members, guiding them to success, allowing everyone on the team to achieve profitability.
- Lead productive meetings with team members and clients.
Financial Counselor
21st Mortgage Corporation
Knoxville, TN
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Guided clients through financial counseling sessions, improving understanding of mortgage options and budgeting strategies.
- Developed personalized financial plans, enhancing client satisfaction and engagement in the mortgage process.
- Analyzed client financial data to identify potential obstacles, recommending tailored solutions for overcoming challenges.
- Educated clients on credit management and debt reduction techniques, fostering informed decision-making regarding loans.
- Worked with clients to develop personal recommendations for improvement of financial circumstances, reducing debt and increasing income.
LANGES LIQUOR ASSOCIATE
Knoxville, TN
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Use Pandas to build projection models based on sales, eliminate weak products, optimize inventory based on past projections and seasonal interests.
- Built an inventory algorithm that automates the weekly inventory re-ordering process.
- Built visualization models that made it easier for the manager to see how the store is doing.
AMAZON FBA SELLER
Knoxville, TN
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Conceptualized an idea and turned it into a physical product
- Outsourced production to China
- Launched Ads on various platforms
- 3,500 in sales since September, projected sales of 12,000 by January
OPTIONS DERIVATIVE TRADER
Knoxville, TN
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Self taught technical analytics and fundamental analysis
- Devised trading, option and hedging strategies
- Turned $5,000 into $85,000 from March 2020 to April of 2021
Education
B.A. - Data Science
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
12-2023
Skills
- Python; SQL; R; Statistics
- Experiences with Data Extraction; Algorithm Development (Clustering Algorithms); Visual Representation
- Bilingual in English & Chinese
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Self-Employment
SimpliLife
08.2025 - Current
Financial Counselor
21st Mortgage Corporation
11.2023 - 08.2025
LANGES LIQUOR ASSOCIATE
05.2022 - 07.2023
AMAZON FBA SELLER
02.2022 - 02.2023
OPTIONS DERIVATIVE TRADER
03.2020 - 11.2021
B.A. - Data Science
University of Tennessee-Knoxville