Zachary Mckinster
About Zachary Mckinster
Zachary Mckinster is a Financial Planning Analyst with a background in finance and military service. He has held various positions in financial analysis and credit assessment, including roles at U.S. Bank, BlackRock, and the US Navy.
Current Role at Ampere
Zachary Mckinster serves as a Financial Planning Analyst at Ampere, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for analyzing financial data and assisting in the development of financial strategies. His work contributes to the overall financial health and planning of the organization, leveraging his expertise in quantitative analysis.
Previous Experience in Financial Analysis
Prior to his current role, Mckinster worked at BlackRock as an Equity Analyst from 2020 to 2022. His responsibilities included evaluating investment opportunities and conducting market research. He also served as a Summer Analyst at BlackRock in 2020, where he gained foundational experience in financial analysis. Earlier, he held a position as a Commercial Credit Analyst at U.S. Bank for two months in 2019, focusing on credit assessments.
Military Service Background
Zachary Mckinster served in the U.S. Navy as a Petty Officer Second Class from 2011 to 2016. His service included assignments in Virginia Beach, VA, and San Diego, CA. This experience provided him with discipline and skills applicable to his subsequent roles in the financial sector.
Educational Background in Economics and Finance
Mckinster studied at Portland State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Economics and Finance from 2016 to 2020. His education equipped him with a strong foundation in economic theory and financial principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Experience in Community and Veterans Services
Zachary Mckinster worked as a Veterans Benefits Clerk at Portland Community College from 2016 to 2018. In this role, he assisted veterans in navigating benefits and services. Additionally, he was an Associate at the Portland State Impact Ventures Fund from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to investment analysis and support for social impact initiatives.