Experience

SOSV

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate

  • Nov 2021 - Present

  Shanghai, China Investment team member overseeing the following markets and investments: INDIA - (13): Mobigarage, Supplynote, Coutloot, Money Club, Deyor, Styched, Kalagato, Stack Finance, Kiko, Playtoome, Tokn, Vani, Deliverfuel, PAKISTAN - (6): Dastgyr, 24seven.pk, Trikl, Swag Kicks, Smartchoice/Smart Benefits, HighStreet BANGLADESH - (4): Ekkbaz, Loox, Bonton Connect, Ostad MALAYSIA - (4): Tourplus, iMotorbike, Web2Ship, Beamstart CHINA / HONG KONG - (3):… Show more Investment team member overseeing the following markets and investments: INDIA - (13): Mobigarage, Supplynote, Coutloot, Money Club, Deyor, Styched, Kalagato, Stack Finance, Kiko, Playtoome, Tokn, Vani, Deliverfuel, PAKISTAN - (6): Dastgyr, 24seven.pk, Trikl, Swag Kicks, Smartchoice/Smart Benefits, HighStreet BANGLADESH - (4): Ekkbaz, Loox, Bonton Connect, Ostad MALAYSIA - (4): Tourplus, iMotorbike, Web2Ship, Beamstart CHINA / HONG KONG - (3): FreeD Group, China Admissions, Clever Robots Lab INDONESIA - (2): MyRobin, Yuna & Co. EUROPE - (3): Fleksy (Spain), Tabtrader (Netherlands), Seaquake (USA/UK) SINGAPORE - (1): Mobio Interactive

• Investment Analyst

  • Nov 2019 - Nov 2021

  Shanghai City, China



Orbit Startups

• China
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Investment Team

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Shanghai City, China

• Investment Team

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Shanghai City, China



WeWork

• United States
• Real Estate
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mentor

  • Nov 2018 - Nov 2019

  Shanghai City, China I am a mentor with WeWork Labs. I help companies with refining their pitches and investment decks; in addition to advising them on fundraising.



AngelVest天使谷

• China
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Mar 2018 - Nov 2019

  Shanghai City, China AngelVest Group is a network of angel investors primarily based in Asia. As the Program Manager: -Sourced through 500+ startups for AngelVest’s bi-monthly pitch meetings in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore Chapters, and; -Increased deal sourcing for Shanghai and Hong Kong chapters by 60%+ -Supported the network by drafting due diligence reports on startups members are investing in by covering products, business models, revenue models, competitive landscapes, exit… Show more AngelVest Group is a network of angel investors primarily based in Asia. As the Program Manager: -Sourced through 500+ startups for AngelVest’s bi-monthly pitch meetings in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore Chapters, and; -Increased deal sourcing for Shanghai and Hong Kong chapters by 60%+ -Supported the network by drafting due diligence reports on startups members are investing in by covering products, business models, revenue models, competitive landscapes, exit strategies, financials, etc. -Managed a total of 5 interns in Shanghai, overseeing research projects, membership engagement efforts, partnership development, and marketing initiatives; and initiated various marketing initiatives such as podcasts, newsletters, networking events, and news digests.

• Analyst Intern

  • Sep 2017 - Mar 2018

  Shanghai City, China



Middlebury College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Peer Career Adviser

  • Sep 2016 - May 2017

  Middlebury, Vermont, USA As a Peer Career Adviser, I acted as the intermediary between students and the career center. I helped students edit their resumes, cover letters, and prepare for interviews. Additionally, I assisted students with understanding how to take full advantage of the services provided by the career center.

• Box Office Student Supervisor

  • Apr 2014 - May 2017

  Middlebury College Sold tickets for various performances and events held on the Middlebury College Campus. Occupation also includes advertising around campus for upcoming performances as well as limited monetary management. I am also in charge of our social media initiatives, and responsible for pushing sales through those platforms.



Releaf (YC W19)

• Nigeria
• Industrial Automation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Consultant

  • Apr 2016 - Sep 2016

  At the Releaf Group, I primarily focused on building partnerships for the organization. In addition to partnerships, I engaged with leaders in the organization to optimize our recruitment efforts for our consulting platform as well as getting some visibility for our work in Nigerian media.



NIU Technologies

• United States
• Automotive
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing Operations Intern

  • Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Beijing, China I presented new marketing strategies regarding boosting expat consumption and brand awareness to the CFO, Vice-President, and Marketing Operations team. I also researched and collected data on potential partnerships with embassies, cinemas, and media outlets throughout the city of Beijing. Lastly, I organized an E-Bike riding campaign that led to 2,000 companies under the Australian Chamber of Commerce to learn about Beijing Niu Technology’s products.



Coca-Cola Sabco

• South Africa
• Food and Beverage Services
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Sales & Marketing Intern

  • Jul 2015 - Aug 2015

  Addis Ababa I had the opportunity to analyze sales data with the Market Intimacy Manager and formulate the firm's August 2015 sales targets - which totaled 2.8 million unit cases. I also navigated and coordinated signage taxes in 10 districts in Addis Ababa for the finance department. Furthermore, I led a team of 7 in facilitating Coca-Cola Light sampling distribution sessions for nearly 8,000 potential customers on a few occasions. I was also involved in a lot of activation campaigns that involved… Show more I had the opportunity to analyze sales data with the Market Intimacy Manager and formulate the firm's August 2015 sales targets - which totaled 2.8 million unit cases. I also navigated and coordinated signage taxes in 10 districts in Addis Ababa for the finance department. Furthermore, I led a team of 7 in facilitating Coca-Cola Light sampling distribution sessions for nearly 8,000 potential customers on a few occasions. I was also involved in a lot of activation campaigns that involved scouting signage locations. Lastly, I worked with a local signage agency to ensure our requests were being met. Show less



First Home Alliance

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Social Media Specialist

  • Jul 2012 - Aug 2012

  Arlington, Virginia I was in charge of social media affairs for a small non-profit organization over the summer of 2012. I was updating the Twitter and Facebook pages, as well as used other various advertising website for events hosted or sponsored by the organization. I also did some outreach through a data base advertising events on foreclosure education in the Northern Virginia area.



Ethiopian Community Development Council, Inc.

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Intern

  • Jul 2011 - Aug 2011

  Arlington, VA During my summer at ECDC, I learned a bit about what the organization does to support new immigrants as well as its projects back in Ethiopia. I was helpful in various tasks around the office such as updating and installing various softwares, scanning photos, updating contact data bases,etc.I also returned there for a few weeks at the end of my senior year in high school and helped with one of the initiatives targeted at youth in order to prevent early smoking.