Braden Hays
About Braden Hays
Braden Hays is an analyst in the Business Leadership Rotation Program at Churchill Downs Incorporated, where he has worked since 2021. He has previous experience in finance and accounting roles at various organizations, including UBS and Wild Health.
Current Role at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Braden Hays serves as an Analyst in the Business Leadership Rotation Program at Churchill Downs Incorporated. He has been in this role since 2021 and is based in Louisville, Kentucky. In his current position, Hays has played a significant role in creating and managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for Facilities. He has collaborated directly with senior leadership, including the President, General Manager, Senior Director of Facilities, and Vice President of Finance. His contributions include developing budget presentations for Senior Executives and assisting in labor analysis.
Previous Experience in Finance and Accounting
Prior to his current role, Braden Hays gained valuable experience in finance and accounting through various internships and co-op positions. He worked as a Wealth Management Intern at UBS from 2019 to 2020 in the Lexington, Kentucky area. Following this, he served as a Finance and Accounting Co-Op at Fischer Homes for two months in 2020. Hays also held the position of Head of Finance and Accounting for the Covid Response Team at Wild Health from 2020 to 2021, where he managed financial operations during a critical period.
Educational Background
Braden Hays completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Kentucky, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from 2017 to 2021. He also pursued a minor in Business Analytics. Prior to his time at the University of Kentucky, Hays attended the Christian Academy School System from 2014 to 2017, where he laid the foundation for his future studies in business and finance.
Contributions to Budget Development
In his role at Churchill Downs Incorporated, Braden Hays has contributed to the creation of budgets for Facilities, Housekeeping, and Finance as part of the Business Leadership Rotation Program. His efforts include assisting in the month and quarter financial close processes, which are essential for maintaining accurate financial reporting. Hays's involvement in budget presentations and labor analysis demonstrates his analytical skills and understanding of financial management.