Summary of Qualifications___________________________________________________
· As an intern with the London Knights across various departments, responsibilities included marketing efforts through social media and local companies, execution of public appearances and events partnering with sponsors, and ensuring all aspects on game-days went as efficiently as possible
· A few technical skills acquired through various volunteering experiences are things such as time management, campaign planning, organization and staging, as well as cash-flow management
· After spending over 12 years playing hockey at a competitive level and looking back on the experiences it had to offer it’s clear to see now that the lessons taught about the game were not only applicable to the sport, but life itself. Things such as accountability, cooperation, perseverance, hard work and determination just to name a few, are traits that are directly transferrable to real-world, everyday activities
· Stepping into the world of analytics for the first time during the 2017-2018 season with the Western Varsity team has allowed for increased comfort with tricky numbers, data analysis and working with large data sets using different programs
· Undertaking the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) along with progressing through a degree in economics has allowed for a stronger understanding of real-world events and their effects on the economy as well as how, what and why things can be analyzed financially
· Advanced knowledge in analytics software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft R Open and Google Analytics (IQ Certificate Achieved)
· Thrive in interactions with other people, businesses and professionals as communication and comfortability allow for enjoyable interactions with others, no matter the energy level or personality.
Relevant Experiences ________________________________________________________
AYALA ENTERPRISES (May 2018 – Present)
· Introducted to business consulting, sitting in on meetings with clients discussing financial objectives and goals and the different steps and approaches that can be taken to achieving them. More in-depth conversations and understandings of investments, both risky and safe and what is truly beneficial to different types of clients
· Smaller bookkeeping duties include compiling bank and credit card statements, along with other financial tools to summarize the overall outlook of what a company looks like and what red flags to look for from an investment perspective.
WESTERN UNIVERSITY ANALYTICS (Fall 2017 – May 2018)
· Working closely with the Western Mustangs mens varsity hockey team, duties include player tracking, player analysis, data analysis and discussion with coaching staff and colleagues to analyze the implications of statistics increasing comfortability with gathering data and analyzing numbers for real-life application
· Increased confidence using programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft R Open, Google Analytics and other resources used for different types of data analysis
LONDON KNIGHTS HOCKEY CLUB (Fall 2015 – Spring 2017)
· (2015-2016 Season) Group sales responsibilities included execution of game day programs such as pre-game skates, dressing room tours, autograph sessions with players and overall customer satisfaction allowing for greater understanding of consumer wants and needs as well as how to satisfy them
· (2016-2017 Season) Corporate marketing responsibilities included developing and analyzing marketing strategies, execution of game-day sponsor promotions and face-to-face interaction with companies advertising with the team which allowed for improved knowledge and understanding of the goals companies have when advertising
· After spending two seasons learning the ins and outs of one of the most successful CHL organizations, spending time in various departments and working with lots of amazing people the most important thing taken away from the experience is that respect, manners and personability are of the utmost importance when dealing with consumers and running a successful business
CAMP GREEN ACRES (Summer 2015/2016)
· Returning for consecutive summers, duties included things such as development and execution of lesson plans, capturing the attention of small crowds of children, keeping inventory of equipment and ensuring everyone was always safe and having fun
· Transferrable skills learned from spending time as a counsellor and supervisor were greatly beneficial as things like organization, time management, keeping inventory and cooperating with others are all skills learned that are directly translated to the real world
CANUCK ENTERPRISES (Fall 2014 – Summer 2015)
· Founding the business and communicating with a school located in Uganda allowed for a unique experience in many different aspects, ranging from problem solving things like communication to developing a business model that would be effective and work for both parties
· All proceeds made from the venture went towards charitable organizations in Uganda and showed all who were involved the amount of time and effort non-profit organizations put into their work and how good it feels to really make a difference
FITNESS 4 SUCCESS (Summer 2012)
· Duties included development and execution of daily lesson and entertainment plans, keeping the campers occupied through workouts and sports
· Responsibilities also included creation of healthy alternative meal plans, showcasing a healthier lifestyle and why being active is so important
Education _________________________________________________________
Candidate for Bachelor of Arts, Honors Specialization in Economics @ University of Western Ontario (September 2015 – Present)
· Active member in LUG Canada’s Largest Student Hockey League (2015-Present)
· Western Mustangs Sports Analytics Department (2017-Present)
· Active Member of Western Sports Business Club (WSBC) (2016-2017)
Graduated from Toronto Montessori Schools, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, Richmond Hill, Ontario (September 2009 – May 2015)
· Founder of Canuck Enterprises (2014 – 2015)
· Student Council Athletics Chair (2013-2015)
· Head Coach U14 Boys Ball Hockey Team (2012 – 2015)
· DECA Business Club Regional Finalist (2014 & 2015)
· TMS School Ambassador (2013-2015)
· Wrote my 4000 word original extended essay (EE) required for the IB DP Programme on blood-doping and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) doping along with the controversy surrounding the effects it has on professional and amateur athletes
Awards and Accomplishments_________________________________________
Valedictorian – Class of 2015 (June 2015)
· Selected on behalf of my peers and teachers to give the valedictorian address as Valedictorian of the class of 2015
Telus Cup 2015 National Championship (April 2015)
· Won the gold medal with the Toronto Young Nationals in Rivière-du-loup, at the Midget AAA National Championsip after winning the right to be the central Canada region representatives
· Selected and named to the GTHL Midget AAA All-Star Game Roster
Student Council Athletics Chair (September 2013 – May 2015)
· Went through the process of campaigning against opponents and convincing the student body why I would be the best fit to be Athletics Chair and the strongest representative of what athletics stood for in the TMS community
· Improved existing initiatives and created new activities raising money for programs like Right to Play and the Terry Fox Foundation through themed tournaments and other fun events
TMS School Ambassador (September 2013 – May 2015)
· Selected as one of five ambassadors of my high school, given the opportunity to market, promote and showcase the schools strengths to prospective students and parents on select days and events throughout the year
· Promoted the school’s four pillars (Arts, Academics, Athletics, and Citizenship) along with its successes, student opportunities and endless possibilities