Directors
Darren Tang is a fourth-year Finance & Economics student and UTMMC Director (2025 - 2026.) He focuses on data-driven solutions with interests in technology, risk management, and geopolitics. Darren enjoys bridging diverse perspectives into strategic thinking and exploring molecular gastronomy.
Mikas Agarwal is a fourth-year Marketing & Economics student and UTMMC Director who founded the After6 Social Club at UofT. Passionate about automotive tech and creative problem-solving, he is dedicated to community building. In his free time, Mikas enjoys MMA and is an automotive enthusiast.
Muhammad Umer is a fourth-year Accounting Specialist who joined UTMMC in 2023 and now serves as a Director. He interned at KPMG in Audit & Advisory and is a Teaching Assistant for Management and Economics. Muhammad enjoys playing and watching soccer, cricket, and F1.
Competitors
Adilya Kozhabay is a third-year Finance Specialist who joined UTMMC as a mentee in 2024. She has interned at Scotiabank in Real Estate Secured Lending and is an Investment Banking Analyst at Valitas Capital Partners. She enjoys trying new matcha places, debating, traveling, and playing tennis.
Aizhanym Shaikhiyeva is a third-year Finance Specialist & Economics Major with experience in equity research, consulting, and teaching economics. She also supports first-year commerce students as a residence program facilitator. Volleyball and cardio classes keep her energized.
Alisa Chichvarina is a third-year Finance Specialist & Economics Major and Lester B. Pearson Scholar. She conducted research funded by the Laidlaw Foundation in Warsaw and currently serves as VP Finance at ACE and Finance Director at Women in Leadership.
Aryan Kadzadeh is a fourth-year Accounting Specialist and Residence Don who serves as VP Internal for the UTM Accounting Society. He is also a Teaching Assistant for five management and economics courses. Outside the classroom, you will find him on the pitch with his Sunday league soccer team or translating Persian music.
Brian Chan is a fourth-year Commerce Specialist who has interned at KPMG and investment firms. He currently serves as President of the Singapore-Malaysian Students’ Association. Brian trains at the gym and enjoys playing trading card and board games.
Catherine Choi is a third-year Accounting Specialist interested in financial reporting, assurance, and tax. She plans to pursue her CPA designation after graduation. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, baking, and spending time with friends and family.
Jacob Berhane is a third-year Finance Specialist & Economics Major who joined UTMMC in 2025. He was a Building Entrepreneurial Leaders Intern at Bain & Company and is currently a Business Analyst Co-op at CIBC. Jacob enjoys watching basketball, movies, and exploring culinary spots.
Nirmol Kaur is a third-year Finance Specialist who has interned at PowerSchool and serves as a Girls Who Lead Ambassador. She is an Internal Director at the Finance Careers Club and plays instruments, tennis, and badminton in her free time.
Nuray Kabdullina is a third-year Finance Specialist & Economics Major, UTMM Teaching Assistant, and Girls Who Invest Alumna. A former Mastercard risk consulting intern, she also serves as VP Externals at IBA. Nuray enjoys writing, art, and studying new languages.
Sahar Himmati is a fourth-year Biology & Commerce Major who interned at Empire Life Investments and Ranger Equity Investments. She served as the Externals Director for IBA and was part of the CIBC Capital Markets Mentorship Program. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, skiing, and studying philosophy.
Shelby Go is a Management & Economics student joining UTMMC as a competitor for 2025–2026. Currently a Work Study student and Teaching Assistant, she enjoys breaking down complex issues. Shelby likes baking and trying new activities, with a goal of pursuing strategy consulting.
Yassine Dallali is a fourth-year Management Specialist and Economics Minor with experience in marketing strategy and digital execution across Canadian and international brands. Outside academics, he enjoys travel, fashion, football, and spending time with family and friends.
Zere Yergazy is a third-year Finance Specialist & Economics Major who joined UTMMC in 2024. She interned as a Business Analyst at a Fintech startup in Kazakhstan and is a Management Teaching Assistant. Zere likes traveling, exploring food spots, and learning Spanish.
Mentees
Bhavya Mehra is a second-year Accounting Specialist & Economics Major. He serves as VP for the UTM Cricket Club and is a recipient of the International Academic Excellence Scholarship. Bhavya enjoys playing cricket and going to the gym regularly.
Harshita Nagireddy is a second-year Management Specialist who joined UTMMC as a mentee in 2025. She tutors youth and works as a Special Projects Assistant at the International Education Center. In her free time, she enjoys baking, nature walks, and going to concerts.
Jesse Chen is a second-year Finance & Accounting student and UTMMC Mentee. He interned at Grant Thornton in Beijing and is an Analyst for UTM Capital. An accomplished case competitor with recent podium finishes, he is also a badminton champion and Level 9 pianist.
Lily Le Kasperski is a second-year Management Specialist who interned at Freed Developments in marketing and currently works as a Teaching Assistant. Lily enjoys acting and singing, with hopes of pursuing a career in fashion and beauty marketing.