Alex Wu
About Alex Wu
Alex Wu is a Commerce Officer at the Government of Canada, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto and has experience in various roles, including internships and co-op positions in finance and data analysis.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Alex Wu has been serving as a Commerce Officer at the Government of Canada since 2021. In this role, he is involved in various commerce-related initiatives and projects that support the government's objectives. His experience in this position spans three years, during which he has contributed to the development and implementation of policies and programs that facilitate trade and commerce.
Previous Experience in Insurance and Finance
Prior to his current role, Alex Wu gained valuable experience in the insurance and finance sectors. He worked as a P&C Insurance Summer Intern at Wawanesa Insurance for three months in 2018, where he developed insights into the insurance industry. Additionally, he served as a Data Analyst at Willis Towers Watson for four months in 2019, focusing on data analysis and reporting. His early career also includes a position as a Co-op Student in the Finance Department at T. Harris Environmental Management Inc. in 2015.
Education and Academic Background
Alex Wu studied at the University of Toronto, where he achieved a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a specialization in Finance and Economics from the Rotman Commerce program between 2016 and 2020. He also obtained a Minor in Environmental Economics during his studies. Earlier, he attended St. Aloysius Gonzaga Secondary School, where he earned a Certificate of Concentration in Extended French and a Specialist High Skills Major in Business from 2012 to 2016.
Experience at Export Development Canada
From 2020 to 2021, Alex Wu worked as a BCAP Analyst at Export Development Canada (EDC) for eight months. In this role, he was involved in analyzing and supporting business initiatives related to export development. His work contributed to the organization's mission of facilitating Canadian exports and enhancing the competitiveness of Canadian businesses in international markets.