Helen Gao

Helen Gao, MBA has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Helen is currently working at Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group (CC&L) as a Manager, Product Transitions. Prior to this role, they held positions within the company as a Senior Transitions Manager and a Transitions Manager. Helen also worked at Raymond James Ltd. as a Settlements Associate for a brief period in 2017.

Helen's previous experience includes working as an Analyst at Mackenzie Investments from 2016 to 2017 and as a Coordinator in Content Management from 2012 to 2015, also at Mackenzie Investments. Helen gained valuable experience as a Program Coordinator at Special Olympics BC from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, they worked as a Personal Banking Representative at President's Choice Financial and as a Student Cataloguing Assistant at The University of British Columbia in 2011.

In the early stages of their career, Helen held roles such as a Business Development Associate at RBC Dominion Securities from May to August 2011 and a Swarovski Key Holder at Swarovski from April 2010 to July 2011.

Helen's work experience demonstrates their adaptability and ability to excel in various roles across different industries.

Helen Gao, MBA, earned their Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Financial Businesses from The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Marketing/Management Information Systems at The University of British Columbia from 2008 to 2012. Helen also pursued a Minor in Visual Arts in Photography and Drawing from the University of British Columbia during the same period. Furthermore, Helen obtained a degree in Piano Pedagogy from the Royal Conservatory of Music from 2002 to 2012.

In addition to their formal education, Helen has obtained certifications in "Communicating with Confidence" and "Excel Quick Tips" from LinkedIn in March 2023.