John Cervantes
About John Cervantes
John Cervantes is an Alternative Investments Intern currently working at Russell Investments and has held various leadership roles in investment and finance-related organizations. He has a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC Sauder School of Business and extensive experience in portfolio management and analysis.
Work at Russell Investments
John Cervantes currently serves as an Alternative Investments Intern at Russell Investments. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the firm's investment strategies and analysis. His role involves working closely with investment teams to assess alternative investment opportunities and support portfolio management efforts. This experience enhances his understanding of the financial markets and investment processes.
Current Roles in Finance
In addition to his internship at Russell Investments, John Cervantes is also a Portfolio Manager at Pangea Investments, a position he has held since 2022. He has been involved in managing investment portfolios, analyzing market trends, and making strategic investment decisions. Furthermore, he has been an Analyst at Alpha Investment Club since 2019, where he engages in research and analysis to support investment strategies.
Previous Experience in Leadership and Marketing
John Cervantes has held several leadership roles in various organizations. He was the President at JA Northern Alberta & NWT for two different initiatives: Just Coast in 2017 and Just in Case in 2018. Additionally, he served as the Vice President External for the UBC Pre-Law Society from 2019 to 2020. His experience in marketing includes a role as Vice President of Marketing & Sales at Fulona Soaps in 2016.
Education and Academic Background
John Cervantes completed his high school education at Archbishop Macdonald High School, earning a High School Diploma from 2015 to 2018. He then pursued higher education at the UBC Sauder School of Business, where he studied Finance and obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree from 2019 to 2023. Additionally, he achieved an International Baccalaureate Diploma from 2016 to 2018.
Experience in Financial Analysis
John Cervantes has gained experience in financial analysis through his role as a Global Markets Analyst at CIBC Capital Markets from 2021 to 2022. In this position, he worked within the Alternate Solutions Group, focusing on market analysis and investment strategies. This role contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of global financial markets.