Damian M.

Damian M.

5.0

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Studied at Tsinghua University

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Works at Volvo Cars

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About Damian

Greetings from Gothenburg, Sweden, where I'm making strides at Volvo Cars! My academic odyssey started at Jackson State University in finance, a springboard into technology and global affairs with master's degrees from Columbia University as an HBCU Fellow and Tsinghua University in Beijing through the Schwarzman Scholarship. From Shanghai's East China Normal University to Bangkok's Mahidol University, my journey is a tapestry of global insights and diverse experiences. It's these stories, beyond the degrees, that truly shape my path. Professionally, I've crafted a diverse portfolio in finance, technology, and venture capital with industry leaders like Google, ByteDance, F-Prime Capital, and Microsoft's Venture Fund. My true passion? Connecting education with real-world challenges in technology, Web3, and Global Affairs. As a master's program acceptance wizard, I empower others to achieve their academic dreams. From securing prestigious scholarships to mastering cross-cultural nuances, I'm here to light the way. But there's more – with my experience at global powerhouses like Volvo and Bytedance, I'm uniquely positioned to guide you into exciting international careers. Whether it's navigating corporate dynamics abroad or adapting to diverse workplace cultures, I'm your ally in carving out a successful global career path. Join me in this exhilarating journey, where we turn educational ambitions into global career realities!

Why do I coach?

My Desire to Coach I've experienced firsthand the profound impact that personalized guidance and support can have. It's not just about achieving academic or professional milestones; it's about holistic growth, discovering one's potential, and learning to navigate the diverse challenges of life. Impact and Vision As someone who has walked the path, I understand the uncertainties and aspirations that come with pursuing elite master's programs and international careers. My aim is to be the mentor I once needed – someone who can offer not just advice, but empathy and understanding. I want to help others unlock their potential, achieve their dreams, and perhaps most importantly, become confident and global-minded individuals. Through coaching, I hope to create a ripple effect – empowering individuals who can, in turn, inspire and lead others. This cycle of growth and giving back is what makes mentoring a truly rewarding experience. Join me in this journey of learning and empowerment. Together, we can turn your aspirations into achievements, and your dreams into realities.

Work Experience

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Finance Analyst, M&A and Corporate Development

Volvo Cars

August 2023 - Present

Global International Rotation Program - 2% acceptance rate

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Division Head

The Bureau of Creative Intelligence

December 2022 - Present

The Bureau of Creative Intelligence is exploring ways to help organizations navigate the intersections of the Metaverse, Web3, learning, skill acquisition, and professional development. Actively integrating extended-reality (XR) technology into physical world experiences to heighten engagement and information retention.

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Strategy Research Intern

ByteDance

January 2023 - June 2023

I analyzed emerging technologies in North America and Europe on the corporate strategy research team. Topics researched include Artificial Intelligence, Gaming Cloud technology, Consumer Tech Products, and Merger & Acquisitions. Based in Beijing, China

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Junior Consultant

Better Design Company

September 2022 - December 2022

United States-based Cross Reality (XR) Experience Design Company that specializes in the convergence of XD, Web3 and the Metaverse.

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Web 3 Product Manager Extern

HSBC

June 2022 - September 2022

This remote externship program has been designed by Paragon One in collaboration with HSBC to offer talented students an opportunity to develop and showcase their strategic problem-solving, product management, and critical thinking skills by designing the Web3 bank of the future. Worked directly under Global Ventures, Innovation & Partnership team.

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Program Manager, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Consultant

Thurgood Marshall College Fund

February 2020 - September 2022

Responsible for building and coordinating innovation & entrepreneurship programs targeted at students from historically black colleges in partnership with fortune 500 companies.

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Investment Analyst Intern

F-Prime Capital

May 2022 - August 2022

F-Prime Capital is a venture capital firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The firm Invests globally in seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies across Biotech, Healthcare, and Technology.

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Program Fellow

Exponential Impact

August 2021 - December 2021

Exponential Impact works with early-stage entrepreneurs focused on emerging technologies. In developing founders and startups by equipping them with resources and expertise, by strengthening their connections to create rich environments of innovation and collaboration.

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Investment Analyst Intern

M12

June 2021 - August 2021

M12 is Microsoft's venture capital fund, investing in early-stage technology companies disrupting the enterprise.

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Large Customer Sales Intern

Google

May 2019 - August 2019

Summer 2019 Google Bold summer intern working in Large Customer Sales. Client-facing digital advertising role, where I helped three Fortune 500 companies manage digital ad spend, budget, and advertising campaigns using Google Ad products.

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Treasury Analyst Intern

JPMorgan

June 2018 - August 2018

Summer of 2018 JP Morgan Chase Treasury Summer Analyst. My projects focused on variance analysis, financial model building, and financial compliance.

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Consumer Product Summer Analyst

JPMorgan

June 2017 - August 2017

Summer of 2017 JP Morgan Chase Consumer Product Summer Analyst. My projects focused on fin-tech research for millennial applications, analyzing market banking fees, and strategizing the launch of a JPMC banking product.

Education

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Tsinghua University

Master's degree, Schwarzman Scholarship, Global Affairs

2022 - 2023

Selected for 7th class of Schwarzman Scholars: a scholarship program designed to prepare the next generation of global leaders – acceptance rate 3%

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Columbia University

Master's Degree, Technology Management

2020 - 2021

Selected for the 2020 class of HBCU Fellows: a scholarship program to prepare high-performing HBCU graduates for professional industries – acceptance rate 15% - Full-Ride Scholarship for an advanced Master Degree in Technology Management

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Jackson State University

Bachelor's Degree, Finance

2015 - 2019

I studied at one of the best historically black colleges in the country. At JSU, I was also fortunate enough to study in Shanghai, China and Bangkok, Thailand. I also held internships at multiple fortune 500 companies during my time at JSU.

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Damian M.

Damian M.

5.0