SORAV SOGY

Experience

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  RBC

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  Business Analyst/ Project Coordinator

  • The T&SI team coordinated with stakeholders and project teams to develop and track project plans, ensuring goals were met on time and within budget.• Developed skills in project management, business analysis, and stakeholder engagement. As a business analyst, I supported drafting the stakeholder’s report for 2021. The report was presented to shareholders for the quarterly review, which was recognized in my performance review.• The Co-op team led Campaigns: Halifax innovation challenge: Three-day event dedicated to problem-solving & networking | Virtual Oasis: Networking events for employees to know peers in a virtual environment | Employees Giving Campaign: facilitated a series of events over a week to raise funds for charity. Show less

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  Saint Mary's University Students'​ Association (SMUSA)

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  Board of directors member of the Saint Mary’s Student Association is responsible for making a positive environment for students on campus.The main task is to create policies that benefit the students, thus raising the quality of life of students and withholding the integrity and legacy that resides here at SMU. As an Academic Senate representative, my key responsibility was to assist alteration of the educational policies of the University to adapt to a dynamic environment when required & Support students with academic issues relating to curriculum, integrity cases etc. As the Finance committee chair, my role was to expand revenue streams, scrutinize financials and eliminate the nonefficient practices that drain the student associations' cash flow.

  • Member Board Of Directors

    Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  • Academic Senate representative

    Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  • Finance Committee Chair

    Feb 2022 - Feb 2023
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  Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary's University

  Sept 2022 - Apr 2023

  Teaching Assistant

  A teacher assistant provides support to a lead teacher in charge of a classroom. The assistant reinforces lessons, duties include creating lesson plans, documenting progress, and overseeing lesson preparations. Teaching Assistants are responsible for marking student assignments and other coursework.

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  Sandpiper Ventures

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022

  Financial Analyst and Research Assistant

  • Coordinated and managed the deal flow process and population of the CRM, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data. Collaborated with stakeholders to communicate effectively and supported organizational goals through administrative duties.• Conducted meetings with founders, researched companies and analyzed financial statements to assess investment opportunities. Conducted thorough due diligence on potential investments, including financial analysis, market research, and competitor analysis.• Formulated projections and evaluated the growth potential of companies to make investment recommendations. Show less

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  Venture Grade

  May 2023 - now

  • Drafted comprehensive investment memos & conducted due diligence on potential startup investments, analyzing financials, market trends, and competitive landscapes. Facilitated meetings with founders to understand their business models, strategies, and growth prospects. • Evaluated and screened startups for investment suitability, presenting recommendations to general partners. Successfully pitched start-ups to both general partners and the investment committee resulting in three investments over 15 Weeks. Collaborated with a cross-functional team to ensure a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to understanding fund governance & decision-making.• Raised $13,500 in funds for the annual Canadian VCIC competition, demonstrating effective networking and communication skills. Show less

  • Associate

    Sept 2022 - now

  • Sponsorship Development Associate

    May 2023 - Dec 2023
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  Sobey School of Business Commerce Society

  Sept 2023 - now

  • Member

    Oct 2019 - now

  • External Engagement Officer

    Sept 2023 - Sept 2024
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  Turner Drake & Partners Ltd.

  Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  Real Estate Counsellor Trainee

  Rotational internship across multiple divisions, gaining comprehensive insights into various aspects of the business.• Data Entry: Populated database with property data, ensuring adherence to ISO Data handling procedures for optimal client advisory.• Taxation: Provincial commercial taxation processes, including assessment timelines, appeals, and analyzing data for appeals proceedings.• Valuation: Assisted in property valuation assignments, utilizing Cost, Income, and Direct Comparison approaches for analysis and reporting.• Economic Intelligence: Conducted market research, tracking real estate trends and developments to provide insights into various factors affecting property values across different sectors. Show less