Sam D.

Sam D. has a diverse work experience spanning a variety of industries. They began their career as a Securities Administrator at Front Street Capital, where they managed daily operations and conducted research on IPO possibilities for Unicorn companies in the USA. They also utilized Excel to develop macros to improve task efficiency.

Following this role, Sam worked as a QICSI Summer Intern at Dunin-Deshpande Queen's Innovation Centre, where they collaborated with a team to launch an entrepreneurial venture and received extensive training on various business topics.

After that, Sam joined PwC as a Summer Associate in Assurance, furthering their experience in the field. They then progressed to the roles of Associate, Senior Associate in Assurance, and finally M&A Advisory Senior Associate, where they played a crucial role in mergers and acquisitions.

Most recently, Sam joined Audax Private Equity as a Director of Financial Diligence, demonstrating their proficiency in financial analysis and due diligence.

Sam D. has a diverse education history. In 2020, they obtained a Certificate in Business and Financial Modeling from Wharton Online. Prior to that, in 2018, they completed a Graduate Diploma in Accounting from Queen's University. Sam also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree from Queen's University, which they earned from 2014 to 2018. In 2017, they attended Lund University School of Economics and Management, although the specific degree or field of study is not mentioned. Sam's educational journey began at Crescent School, where they completed their high school education from 2009 to 2014.

Alongside their formal education, Sam has also acquired additional certifications. In June 2021, they obtained the certifications for Digital Acumen and Human-Centered Design from PwC. Additionally, in March 2021, Sam acquired the CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification from CPA Ontario.