Michael Aitken

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.A Honours with specialization in Geography and Minor in Political Science, Ottawa

Career Interests - Energy, oil and gas, green innovation

Personal Strengths - Strong critical thinker who embraces unpredictability. Self-motivated, strategic and competitive attitude, a dynamic leader who searches for the next opportunity

Corporate Residency - Stantec, multiple locations

Current Employer - Sustainalytics

Victoria Armour

Moncton, NB, Canada

Undergrad - B.B.A, Acadia

Career Interests - Brand management; international business

Personal Strengths - Organized and hardworking individual who possesses strong communication skills, an analytical mindset and a deep desire to learn

Corporate Residency - Brand management; international business

Current Employer - Stil James

Maxwell Luke Armstrong

St. Andrews, NB, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc in Biochemistry (Honours, First Class), Mount Allison

Career Interests - Energy and biotech; entrepreneurship; pharmaceuticals; human capital

Personal Strengths - Rapid and insightful distillation of complex problems, connections with immediate rapport, dissatisfaction with the status quo, happy under pressure

Corporate Residency - Millbrook Tactical Inc

Current Employer - Coburg Consultants Ltd.

Anisa Awad

Gaza, Palestine

Undergrad - B.A in Mass Communication, American University of Sharjah

Career Interests - Marketing; advertising; planning; international business; media and communications

Personal Strengths - Global citizen, an adaptable learner who embraces change. Takes on challenges with a diligent and dedicated mind and spirit. Articulate communicator and a strong-willed individual who aspires to be part of the new leading generation shaping our world's future

Corporate Residency - T4G Limited, Halifax

Current Employer - SSense

Ryan Baker

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.A Double Major (Economics and International Development), Dalhousie

Career Interests - Corporate strategy; finance; marketing

Personal Strengths - Endlessly curious, enthusiastic, self-aware. Striving for degrees of freedom, novelty and success

Corporate Residency - Bell Aliant, multiple locations

Current Employer - Euna Solutions

Evan Bannerman

Weston, ON, Canada

Undergrad - BMgmt, Major in Entrepreneurship, Dalhousie

Career Interests - Commercial banking; marketing; consulting

Personal Strengths - A creative thinker with small business and banking experience, who is willing to take risks and has a passion for environmental sustainability

Corporate Residency - GE Capital, Ontario

Current Employer - Alveole

Kevin Bernard

Sarnia, ON, Canada

Undergrad - Honours in Bachelor of Health Sciences, UWO

Career Interests - Healthcare administration; innovation adoption; commercialization; government relations; cross-enterprise consulting

Personal Strengths - Ability to take on multiple tasks and prioritize effectively; strong communication and interpersonal skills; thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments while demonstrating sharp attention to detail

Corporate Residency - Barrington Consulting Group, Halifax

Current Employer - AbbVie

Irina Bojinescu

Calgary, AB, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc (Major in Chemistry & Spanish), Dalhousie

Career Interests - Financial and operational planning; corporate strategy; business development; stakeholder relations; human capital management

Personal Strengths - Fluent in four languages; strong interpersonal skills; team player with extensive leadership in dynamic environments

Corporate Residency - Cushman & Wakefield, Toronto & Calgary

Current Employer - TC Energy

Aaron Bonnor

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Undergrad - B.B.A, Vancouver Island University

Career Interests - Consulting; corporate development; corporate strategy; risk; finance

Personal Strengths - Analytical thinker; hard worker; problem solver; experienced leader; ambitious; adaptable

Corporate Residency - Calgary Lock and Safe, Calgary

Current Employer - Deloitte Canada

Danielle Brake

Deer Lake, NL, Canada

Undergrad - B.B.A, Memorial

Career Interests - Marketing, specifically brand management; corporate social responsibility; HR

Personal Strengths - A detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills and a solid ethical foundation. Always willing to go above and beyond to get the job done

Corporate Residency - Colgate-Palmolive, Toronto

Current Employer - Rogers Communications

Kaleigh Brinkhurst

West Chezzetcook, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc, NSAC

Career Interests - Project management; human resources; sustainable development

Personal Strengths - Strong leadership and communication skills; determination; compassion; critical thinker; excellent time management

Corporate Residency - Scotiabank Commercial Banking

Current Employer - FCC/FAC

Michael Carey

Boston, MA, USA

Undergrad - B.A (Anthropology), Mount Allison

Career Interests - Energy; natural resources; international business

Personal Strengths - Solid leadership and technical skills; talent for communication; plethora of global experience

Corporate Residency - Seaforth Energy Inc, Halifax

Current Employer - BlueWave

Andrew Dennis

Oakville, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc (Economics), Dalhousie

Career Interests - International finance; capital markets; consulting; international business

Personal Strengths - Adaptability; versatile thinking; levelheaded under pressure; demonstrates a consistently optimistic outlook

Corporate Residency - Aon Hewitt, Toronto

Current Employer - LinkedIn

Nikita Dias

Mumbai, India

Undergrad - B.Eng (Information Technology), Mumbai

Career Interests - Strategic planning; international business; HR management

Personal Strengths - Innovative, creative and optimistic; quick to adopt and adapt to new challenges and always keen to improve my knowledge and expertise

Corporate Residency - Emera, Halifax

Current Employer - TD

Michael J. Dougherty

Brampton, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.B.A, Wilfrid Laurier

Career Interests - Accounting; risk management

Personal Strengths - Strong analytical mind who loves problem-solving, is focused and plays well with others

Corporate Residency - Sunlife Financial, Kitchener Waterloo

Current Employer - Marsh Management Services (Bermuda) Limited

Eric Fleming

St. Catharines, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.A (Honours in History, minor in Law and Society), Dalhousie

Career Interests - Marketing; public and client relations; international business law

Personal Strengths - Creative problem solving; excellent writing and researching; facilitating team efficiency and cohesiveness; public speaking

Corporate Residency - Konnekt, Halifax

Current Employer - PointClickCare

Laura Fougere

Lawrencetown, ON, Canada

Undergrad - Bachelor of Public Relations, Mount Saint Vincent

Career Interests - Strategy consulting; project management; public relations; marketing

Personal Strengths - A professional communicator who builds trust and relationships. A big picture thinker who keeps track of the details. Calm under pressure

Corporate Residency - BMO Financial Group, Ontario

Current Employer - Deloitte Canada

Andrew Frazer

Mississauga, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.B.A, Acadia

Career Interests - Finance; capital markets; securities; investment; management

Personal Strengths - Ardent competitor; versatile leader; team player; unparalleled work ethic

Corporate Residency - Scotiabank Global Banking & Markets, Ontario

Current Employer - CIBC

Mingrui Gao

Changchun, China

Undergrad - B.A in History, Northeast Normal

Career Interests - International business; marketing; media; consulting

Personal Strengths - Bilingual (Mandarin/English); strong communication skills; passionate; determined

Kenzie George

Grande Prairie, AB, Canada

Undergrad - BSc (Majors: Spanish, Business Admin with Global Business Concentration), Evansville, IN

Career Interests - International business; management

Personal Strengths - Passion for cultures and community; adaptable; seeker of knowledge and opportunties

Corporate Residency - Acadia Management Group Inc, Greenwich, NS

Current Employer - Engaged HR Inc.

Lauren Glass

Montreal, QC, Canada

Undergrad - Bachelor of Public Relations, Mount Saint Vincent

Career Interests - Marketing; strategic planning; project management; consulting

Personal Strengths - Strategic communication; problem solving; adaptability; works well under pressure

Corporate Residency - BMO Financial Group, Ontario

Current Employer - Workday

Christina Goudy

Halifax, NS, Canada

Undergrad - BSc (Earth Sciences), Dalhousie

Career Interests - Renewable energy resources; sustainable development; environmental sustainability; mining analysis

Personal Strengths - Inquisitive and analytical with a thirst for knowledge

Corporate Residency - Scotiabank Global Banking & Markets, Ontario

Current Employer - Reach Orthopaedics Inc.

Jordan Hirtle

Halifax, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc in Biochemistry & Chemistry, Dalhousie

Career Interests - Consulting; heathcare

Personal Strengths - Critical and analytical thinker; technical background; works well under pressure; team work; intelligence

Corporate Residency - Corporate Research Associates, Halifax

Current Employer - Atlantic Business Consultants

Emma Horner

Calgary, AB, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc Neuroscience, Dalhousie

Career Interests - Marketing; market research; consumer behaviour

Personal Strengths - Dynamic communication skills; analytical mind; passionate; positive, thrives working with people

Corporate Residency - Corporate Research Associates, Halifax

Current Employer - Shopify

Dustin Johnson

Toronto, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.Phil (Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies), UNB

Career Interests - Brand management; marketing; advertising

Personal Strengths - Effective presenter; structured problem-solving skills; teamwork

Corporate Residency - Hydro One, Barrie

Current Employer - Bond Brand Loyalty

Vijay Kilambi

Montreal, QC, Canada

Undergrad - B.Eng (Electrical), Minor in Management, McGill

Career Interests - Finance; consulting; project management; energy strategy development

Personal Strengths - An analytical and technical thinker, who thrives under pressure. A fast learner with a strong work ethic and the ability to translate knowledge across disciplines

Corporate Residency - Aon Hewitt, Montreal

Current Employer - Centurion Asset Management

Megan Kunder

Oakville, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.A Honours (Kinesiology), UWO

Career Interests - Consulting; strategy; marketing

Personal Strengths - Personable and determined team player. Analytical thinker with ability to do well under pressure

Corporate Residency - DHX Media, Halifax

Current Employer - Deloitte Canada

Stuart Lang

Kelowna, BC, Canada

Undergrad - BSc (Biology, double major in German), Acadia

Career Interests - Consumer products; consulting; international business; healthcare; general management

Personal Strengths - Languages (English, French and German). Mobile individual who adapts well to new locations and challenging situations, strong interpersonal skills, high quality standards, and an inspiring leader who is ready for trench work

Corporate Residency - American Express, Ottawa

Current Employer - Smile Cycle Tours

Gray Little

Halifax, NS, Canada

Undergrad - BSc in Chemistry, Dalhousie

Career Interests - Consulting; finance; international business; strategy

Personal Strengths - Strong analytical mind that thrives in high-pressure fast paced environments. A proven leader within a team environment that exemplifies professionalism and integrity

Corporate Residency - BMO Financial Group, Ontario

Current Employer - Amazon

Patricia Lohmus

Mississauga, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.Comm in Global Strategy & Marketing, McGill

Career Interests - Advertising; brand management; market research; strategic planning

Personal Strengths - Strong leadership; working well under pressure; creative problem-solving

Corporate Residency - Cushman & Wakefield, Toronto & Calgary

Current Employer - Cushman & Wakefield

Megan Maltby

Hammonds Plains, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.A (Hons), Acadia

Career Interests - Marketing consumer products; brand management; strategic development

Personal Strengths - Unique combination of creative and critical abilities; strong interpersonal skills; excellent self-motivator

Corporate Residency - First Angels Network, Halifax

Current Employer - Invest Ottawa

Jessica Markic

Richmond Hill, ON, Canada

Undergrad - BSc (Honours) Human Kinetics, Guelph

Career Interests - Commercial banking, consulting, international business

Personal Strengths - Ambitious, with a drive to succeed. Strong problem solver with a natural balance of analytical and interpersonal skills.

Corporate Residency - Scotiabank, Kitchener-Waterloo

Current Employer - Export Development Canada

Chris McKenney

Truro, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc (Biology/Economics), Dalhousie

Career Interests - Capital markets; research; investment banking

Personal Strengths - Excellent problem solving ability; extremely adaptable; enjoy a stimulating and demanding environment; strong analytic skills

Corporate Residency - WWF Canada, Halifax

Current Employer - Owner/operator of real estate development company

Megan McKenzie

White Rock, BC, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc Honours Science & Business, Biology Specialization, Waterloo

Career Interests - International business; project management; risk services

Personal Strengths - Balanced, adaptable individual with strong teamwork skills who excels in a busy environment

Corporate Residency - CIBC, Toronto

Current Employer - CIBC

Kenton McNutt

Truro, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc Agriculture, NS Agricultural College

Career Interests - Entrepreneurship; consulting; corporate strategy

Personal Strengths - Broad knowledge base; opportunistic mind for business; strong analytical skills; proven problem-solving abilities

Corporate Residency - Trail Blazer Products, Halifax

Current Employer - Quality Auto Parts

Spencer Moar

Calgary, AB, Canada

Undergrad - B.A (Economics), Dalhousie

Career Interests - Consulting; financial services

Personal Strengths - Problem solver with strong communication and analytical skills. Excels under pressure

Corporate Residency - Suncor

Current Employer - Scotiabank

Gavin Moynaugh

London, ON, Canada

Undergrad - BMOS (Bachelor of Management & Organizational Studies with an Honours Double Major in Accounting & Medical Science), UWO

Career Interests - Consulting; healthcare; project management

Personal Strengths - A determined leader and competent problem solver with strong analytical skills and a passion for coordinating projects and events

Corporate Residency - Aon Reed Stenhouse, multiple locations

Current Employer - Sun Life

Kyle Palantzas

Pickering, ON, Canada

Undergrad - Bachelor of Journalism, High Honours, Carleton

Career Interests - Marketing; strategy; consulting; project management

Personal Strengths - A results-driven leader who combines a creative flare with dynamic interpersonal skills. A versatile and confident professional who seeks challenge and thrives under pressure

Corporate Residency - Eastlink, Halifax

Current Employer - LinkedIn

Morley Prendergast

Donkin, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.A (Communication & Political Science), Cape Breton

Career Interests - Marketing; communication; media production

Personal Strengths - Adaptability with unrelenting drive helps Morley blend his analytical approach with a creative touch in any situation. Accustomed to fast-paced environments, Morley not only works well under pressure, he excels

Corporate Residency - Acadian Seaplants, Halifax

Current Employer - BigSteelBox

Namita Rajani

Lucknow, India

Undergrad - B.Comm, Lucknow & Dalhousie

Career Interests - International business; trade development; strategic planning; corporate analysis

Personal Strengths - Optimistic, self-driven and a quick learner with sharp intellect and strong work ethic

Corporate Residency - Northstar Trade Finance Inc., Ontario

Current Employer - Goodmans LLP

Heather Rashotte

Scarborough, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.A (Honours English, Minor in Business), Carleton

Career Interests - Finance; international business

Personal Strengths - Dynamic; adaptable; positive; results-oriented; effective communication; interpersonal skills

Current Employer - CIBC

Jason Reid

Guelph, ON, Canada

Undergrad - B.Sc (Hons) in Human Kinetics, Minor in Business Admin, Guelph

Career Interests - Finance; consulting; wealth management

Personal Strengths - Strong analytical background with the unique ability to apply knowledge across a range of disciplines. Adaptable to any situation and a proven leader with relentless drive to succeed

Corporate Residency - Nova Scotia Business Inc., Halifax

Current Employer - Sun Life

Jenny Roche

Charlottetown, PEI, Canada

Undergrad - B.B.A, UPEI

Career Interests - Marketing; public relations; international business

Personal Strengths - Possess a strong understanding of overall business operations with a passion for connecting and working with people

Corporate Residency - CIBC, Halifax

Current Employer - History & Heraldry Canada

Rebecca Rogez

Kitchener, ON, Canada

Undergrad - BSc (Joint Honours in Biology & Psychology), St. Francis Xavier

Career Interests - Project management; healthcare admin and promotion; management of public services

Personal Strengths - Dedicated, adaptable, and friendly team player with exceptional interpersonal, organizational and critical thinking skills. Fast learner with a well developed ability to synthesize information across disciplines. Experienced in customer service and research roles.

Corporate Residency - Centre for Entrepreneurship Education & Development, Halifax

Current Employer - Auvik Networks Inc.

Patrick Smith

Montreal, QC, Canada

Undergrad - B.Comm (International Management), McGill

Career Interests - Business analysis; corporate strategy; consulting

Personal Strengths - Charismatic; determined; strong strategical mind; bilingual; very coachable

Corporate Residency - Aon Reed Stenhouse, Halifax

Current Employer - PwC

Alex Von Maltzahn

Halifax, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.Comm, HR Certificate, Saint Mary's

Career Interests - Finance; HR management

Personal Strengths - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to adapt to new situation and work well with teams

Corporate Residency - Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board, Halifax

Current Employer - RBC

Nadaira Walsh

St. John's, NL, Canada

Undergrad - B.Comm Co-op, Memorial

Career Interests - HR; marketing; consulting; strategy; organizational behaviour

Personal Strengths - Hard worker; organized; fast learner; proficient time management; problem-solving skills

Corporate Residency - Black Business Consulting, Halifax

Current Employer - NL Health Services

Keith Westcott

Halifax, NS, Canada

Undergrad - B.Eng (Mechanical), UNB

Career Interests - Project management consulting; corporate strategy; sustainable energy

Personal Strengths - Analytical thinking; technical background; innovative; strong interpersonal skills

Corporate Residency - Research In Motion, Ottawa

Current Employer - Nova Scotia Power

Kimberte William

Soufrière, Saint Lucia

Undergrad - B.Comm, Mount Allison

Career Interests - E-commerce; social media; digital marketing

Personal Strengths - Eye for aesthetics, great writing ability, keen business acumen, a quick study

Corporate Residency - Innovacorp, Halifax

Current Employer - Sway

Xiaoyu Zhang

Shenyang, China

Undergrad - B.B.A, Northwood

Career Interests - Finance; international business

Personal Strengths - Strong analytical skills; strong problem-solving skills; bilingual in Mandarin and English

Corporate Residency - The Chronicle Herald, Halifax

Current Employer - BMO Financial Group