Mandela Explains

Profile Summary

• Former TMT Investment Banking Analyst at JP Morgan Chase, specializing in M&A, with exceptional financial expertise gained in a fast-paced Wall Street environment.
• Contributed to a successful $69B Microsoft and Activision Blizzard merger, expanding Microsoft's presence in the gaming world to new markets.
• Led successful fundraising efforts for EaZy DeaZy, Inc, raising close to $1M for interstate expansion, leveraging equity research and investment banking skills.
• Volunteered as a Finance Teacher at Success Academy, educating Grade 12 students on finance and accounting fundamentals, demonstrating a commitment to financial literacy and education.

Education:

Yale University - Bachelor of Arts in Economics

• Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance from Yale University, with a GPA of 3.8 in Economics.
• High School Transfer Program at Success Academy Charter School, achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.4.

Work Experience:

JP Morgan Chase – Investment Banker (01/2023 – 07/2023)

• Conducted thorough research and analysis of companies and industries, evaluating financial statements, market trends, and economic indicators to assess performance and prospects.
• Utilized data analytics skills to contribute to a successful $69B Microsoft Corporation's buyout of Activision Blizzard, Inc.

EaZy DeaZy – Investment Banker (03/2023 – 03/2023)

• Spearheaded fundraising efforts, raising almost $1M in capital for EaZy DeaZy's startup through equity offerings to institutional investors.
• Acted as a Board member, providing valuable advice to the Founder and CEO for strategic partnerships and growth during the interstate expansion.

New York Stock Exchange – Summer Intern Floor Trader (06/2021 – 09/2021)

• Assisted traders with order entry and execution on the trading floor, ensuring smooth trade operations and communication with fellow traders and floor brokers.
• Conducted market research and financial analysis to support traders in making informed decisions, utilizing software tools and resources for data gathering and analysis.

Volunteering

Success Academy – Finance Teacher (12/2020 – 03/2021)

• Developed and delivered a comprehensive curriculum on finance and accounting fundamentals to Grade 12 students, fostering financial literacy and understanding.
• Created an engaging and interactive learning environment, encouraging student participation and promoting a deeper grasp of financial concepts.

As a motivated finance professional with a proven track record of driving successful transactions and volunteering to promote financial literacy, I am eager to apply my expertise and dedication to your team and contribute to your organization's mission and growth.

TMT Investment Banking Analyst, JP Morgan Chase (01/2023 – 07/2023)

• Conducted comprehensive research and analysis of companies and industries, evaluating financial statements, market trends, and economic indicators to assess performance and prospects.
• Utilized data analytics skills to contribute to a successful $69B Microsoft Corporation's buyout of Activision Blizzard, Inc.

Investment Banker, EaZy DeaZy (03/2023 – 03/2023)

• Spearheaded fundraising efforts, raising almost $1M in capital for EaZy DeaZy's startup through equity offerings to institutional investors.
• Acted as a Board member, providing valuable advice to the Founder and CEO for strategic partnerships and growth during the interstate expansion.

Summer Intern Floor Trader, New York Stock Exchange (06/2021 – 09/2021)

• Assisted traders with order entry and execution on the trading floor, ensuring smooth trade operations and communication with fellow traders and floor brokers.
• Conducted market research and financial analysis to support traders in making informed decisions, utilizing software tools and resources for data gathering and analysis.

Finance Teacher, Success Academy (12/2020 – 03/2021)

• Developed and delivered a comprehensive curriculum on finance and accounting fundamentals to Grade 12 students, fostering financial literacy and understanding.
• Created an engaging and interactive learning environment, encouraging student participation and promoting a deeper grasp of financial concepts.

Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance, Yale University (09/2019 – 05/2023)

• Graduated from Yale University with a major in Economics and Finance, maintaining an impressive GPA of 3.8 in Economics.

High School Transfer Program, Success Academy Charter School (02/2016 -12/2017)

• Successfully completed the High School Transfer Program at Success Academy Charter School, achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.4.