Dawson Rickets

Dawson Rickets, CFA has a diverse work experience spanning various sectors. Dawson is currently the Director of FP&A at Moon Valley Nurseries since February 2023. Previously, they co-founded Avocado Technologies in April 2020. Dawson has also served as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Sunday Goods & The Pharm from February 2022 to February 2023. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Financial Analyst - Strategy at Harvest Health & Recreation, Inc. from October 2020 to February 2022. Dawson also has experience as a Senior Financial Analyst - Valuations at Kotzin Valuation Partners, where they performed valuation analysis for various industries. Dawson has also gained financial services experience as a Financial Services Intern at MassMutual Arizona and as a Financial Analyst - Thesis Project at Intel Corporation. Additionally, Dawson has been involved in business tutoring at Arizona State University and has held a role as a Group Leader at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Colorado River.

Dawson Rickets, CFA, has a strong educational background in finance. In 2014, they began their undergraduate studies at the W. P. Carey School of Business in Arizona State University, focusing on Honors Finance. Dawson completed their undergraduate degree in Finance in 2017.

Following this, Dawson pursued further education at the W. P. Carey School of Business, obtaining a Master's of Science degree in Finance in 2018. During their time at the university, they gained specialized knowledge in the field of finance, further deepening their understanding of the subject.

In addition to their formal education, Dawson has obtained several certifications to enhance their professional skills. In 2016, they acquired the Life and Health Insurance Certification from the Arizona Department of Insurance, demonstrating their proficiency in this area. Furthermore, in 2017, they completed the Bloomberg Market Concepts course, expanding their knowledge of financial markets and data analysis.

Most notably, in February 2022, Dawson successfully earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, awarded by the CFA Institute. This certification symbolizes their expertise in investment analysis, portfolio management, and ethical practices in the field of finance.

Overall, Dawson Rickets, CFA, possesses a strong educational background and a wide range of certifications, making him a highly qualified finance professional.