Sam K.
About Sam K.
Sam K. is an Associate in the Technology Leadership Advancement Program at CIBC, with a background in business outreach, technical coordination, and chemical engineering.
Company: CIBC
Sam K. is currently working at CIBC in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where they hold the position of Associate in the Technology Leadership Advancement Program (TLAP). They have been in this role since 2020. During their tenure at CIBC, Sam has led significant initiatives such as the department’s first Agile Scrum team to deliver on a high-visibility product for the CIBC Private Investment Council and revamped the TLAP recruiting process to minimize bias, resulting in a notably diverse pool of final-round candidates.
Previous Experience: Graduate Business Council - Rotman
From 2019 to 2020, Sam K. served as Vice President - Outreach, Diversity and Inclusion at the Graduate Business Council of Rotman, Toronto, Canada Area. In this capacity, Sam played a crucial role in promoting diversity and inclusion within the business council, helping to foster a more inclusive environment.
Previous Experience: Epic
Sam K. worked at Epic in Madison, Wisconsin Area, holding multiple roles from 2015 to 2018. Positions included Technical Coordinator, Technical Problem Solver, and involvement in various side hustles. As a Technical Coordinator, equivalent to an Engagement Manager, Sam managed technical projects and coordinated with clients. As a Technical Problem Solver, equivalent to a Product Consultant, Sam addressed technical issues and provided product expertise.
Education: University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
Sam K. earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management between 2018 and 2020. During this period, Sam developed advanced skills in business management and leadership, which have been pivotal in their professional roles.
Education: University of Minnesota
Sam K. completed a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering at the University of Minnesota from 2011 to 2015. This solid foundation in chemical engineering has contributed to Sam's analytical and problem-solving capabilities, which are evident in their professional achievements.