Hakeem K.
About Hakeem K.
Hakeem K. serves as a Senior Sales Development professional at Carta and has been a Founding Mentor at Tangent since 2024. He has a strong academic background in Economics and is dedicated to mentoring individuals from underprivileged backgrounds.
Work at Tangent
Hakeem K. currently serves as a Founding Mentor at Tangent, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on mentoring and coaching individuals from underprivileged backgrounds, helping them access career opportunities. His commitment to supporting others reflects his dedication to fostering inclusivity and empowerment within the professional landscape.
Work at Carta
Hakeem K. has worked at Carta in two capacities. He initially joined as a Sales Development representative in 2023, where he contributed for six months in London, England. He later advanced to the role of Senior Sales Development, a position he has held for one year. His experience at Carta has allowed him to develop skills in sales and venture capital.
Education and Expertise
Hakeem K. has a strong educational background in Economics. He studied at Sir John Cass (Sixth Form College) from 2017 to 2019, achieving A-Levels in Economics, Politics, and English Literature. He then pursued a Bachelor's degree in Economics at the University of Greenwich from 2019 to 2022. His academic focus has equipped him with a first-class understanding of economic principles and decision-making.
Internship Experience at Citi
In 2020, Hakeem K. completed a Global Consumer Banking Internship at Citi. This internship lasted for one month and took place in London, England. The experience provided him with insights into the banking sector and contributed to his professional development.
Background and Early Education
Hakeem K. attended Sir John Cass Secondary School from 2012 to 2017, where he achieved his GCSEs. This foundational education set the stage for his later academic pursuits and career development in economics and finance.