Lucy Shao
About Lucy Shao
Lucy Shao is a Business Development Associate at Geneseeq Technology Inc., with a strong academic background in Dentistry and Global Health. She has held various roles at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and has received multiple scholarships throughout her education.
Current Role at Geneseeq Technology Inc.
Lucy Shao currently serves as a Business Development Associate at Geneseeq Technology Inc., a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the company's growth initiatives and strategic partnerships. Her background in project management and events coordination supports her efforts in business development, allowing her to effectively engage with stakeholders and enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience at University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
Lucy Shao has extensive experience at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, where she held multiple roles. She began as a Junior Events Coordinator from 2015 to 2016, followed by a promotion to Senior Events Coordinator from 2016 to 2017. In 2017, she served as Co-President, leading initiatives and events for a year. Her roles involved organizing events and managing logistics, contributing to a vibrant academic community.
Educational Background and Degrees
Lucy Shao completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of Toronto from 2020 to 2024. Prior to this, she earned a Master's of Science (MSc) in Global Health from McMaster University in 2019. Her undergraduate education at the University of Toronto included a double major in Immunology and Cells & Systems Biology, where she graduated with High Distinction. She also completed MBA-level courses at the DeGroote School of Business during her MSc studies.
Scholarships and Academic Achievements
Throughout her academic career, Lucy Shao received multiple scholarships totaling $23,000 during her undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto. These include the Milne Research Scholarship, The Professor William Kingston and Dr John Kingston In-Course Scholarship, The Isabel Bader In-Course Scholarship, and The Regents In-Course Scholarship. She also received a $4,000 entrance scholarship for her Master's program, highlighting her academic excellence.
Project Assistant Role at Geneseeq Technology Inc.
Before her current position, Lucy Shao worked as a Project Assistant at Geneseeq Technology Inc. in 2019 for seven months. In this role, she supported various projects and initiatives, leveraging her organizational skills and attention to detail. Her experience in this position laid the groundwork for her subsequent role in business development.