leadership
alina ali
MBR co-president
Alina Ali is in her third year at McGill University, majoring in Strategic Management with a concentration in Business Analytics. Alina has been writing articles for many years, and is passionate about understanding how various economic events can impact markets. In her role as co-president, she looks forward to contributing to the growth of the MBR and maximizing its potential as a leading publication within the McGill community, as well as providing students with ample opportunities for professional development. Upon graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in consulting or strategy.
William Deschenes
MBR Co-President
William Deschenes is in his fourth year at McGill University, majoring in Finance. William has been the VP Marketing for the McGill Business Review for 2 years. As co-president, he is enthusiastic about driving the MBR's development and enhancing its reputation as a leading publication within the McGill community, while also creating meaningful opportunities for students to grow professionally. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in investment banking or private equity.
Pierre Caye
president of MBR capital markets
Pierre Caye is currently in his third year at McGill, pursuing a degree in Economics. This year, Pierre's goal is to maximize MBR's potential as a leading publication within the McGill community and in the professional sphere. He has a keen interest in financial markets and brings experience in Buyside Equity Research to the team.
administration
Jordi varney-irlam
VP marketing
Jordi Varney-Irlam is in his fourth year at McGill University with a double major in Computer Science and Psychology. As VP Marketing, he is passionate about enhancing the online reach of Mcgill Business Review and analyzing metrics in order to facilitate the promotion of of its articles. Upon graduation, he aspires to pursue a career in data analysis and software development.
Ayaz Ciplak
VP Tech
Ayaz is currently in his fourth year at McGill university, pursuing a major in Computer Science and minoring in Finance. With a strong passion for both finance and technology, he is eager to leverage his technical experience towards expanding and improving the MBR website this year. Upon graduation, he hopes to pursue a career in Software Engineering.
Gregoire Herman
co-VP Finance & sponsorships
My name is Gregoire Herman, and I am double majoring in Economics and Political Science. Throughout my life, I lived in five different countries: France, the United States, Spain, Turkey, and now Canada. This year at MBR, I look forward to developing my skills as a writer and writing thought-provoking articles. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in economics or in the finance world.
Siddhant deodhar
Co-VP Finance & Sponsorships
Sid is a fourth-year student in the Desautels Faculty of Management, majoring in Strategic Management with a concentration in Marketing. Sid is looking forward to integrating his understanding of global affairs into the politics section of the MBR. Upon graduation, Sid wishes to delve into the strategy consulting industry and follow his passion for problem-solving.
christopher smith
director of technology
Christopher is in his fourth and final year at McGill University, pursuing a double major in Computer Science & Economics, with a minor in Finance. Upon graduation, Christopher will be embarking on a career in cyber risk & financial advisory within the US Government and public services.
global politics
Julide Borekci
Co-Head of Global News and Politics
Julide is a third year student majoring in Economics and minoring in Cognitive Science. She is currently the Head of the Global News & Politics section. Upon graduation she hopes to pursue a career in consulting. Apart from her academic and professional pursuits, Julide has a strong interest in world cinema, visual arts, and music.
Dylan Burton
Associate
Dylan is a third-year student at McGill University pursuing a double major in economics and history. Dylan spent most of high school debating at the highest level across the world and during this time developed a profound interest in trying to understand how the world works. As an MBR Global Politics writer, Dylan hopes to bring a focused, critical, and unbiased perspective on Canadian, US, and European political developments both past and present.
Max Funge-Ripley
analyst
Max is a first year student majoring in International Development. Born and raised in Washington DC, he's interested in local political trends across the world, with a special focus on the Americas. Max is commited to bringing a balanced perspective based on facts and context that cuts through the negative bias cultivated in modern media. He hopes to shed light on underreported stories across the world.
Colette Jumbert
Co-Head of Global News and politics
Colette is a fourth-year student in the Faculty of Arts pursuing a double major in Economics and International Development. In her capacity as Co-Head of Global News & Politics, Colette specializes in research on news and politics traditionally overlooked by major news sources and combines her areas of studies to report on topics of interest. Upon graduation, she aims to pursue a career in sustainability consulting.
Manon Fillion-Ashida
Associate
Manon is a fourth-year student majoring in Economics with minors in Japanese and Political Science. She focuses on monetary policies, international organizations and their forums, as well as current news and events related to global politics and markets.
Carrie Mun
Associate
Carrie is a third year student majoring in Economics and minoring in Mathematics. Carrie is looking forward to exploring and understanding the intricate workings of the business world while honing her skills as a writer. Her curiosity extends beyond traditional business models, she is fascinated by sustainable practices ethical considerations in business decisions, and the intersection of social impact and entrepreneurship.
Sanaa Latif
Analyst
Sanaa is a first-year majoring in Political Science and Economics. She spent her high school years debating current affairs through writing and Model UN, showing passion for politics and international relations and hopes to use her degree in Economics to build new perspectives to provide a holistic analysis of global affairs. Sanaa hopes to pursue a career in law or consulting after graduating, and is passionate about MBR as a means of critically analyzing current affairs, drawing attention to political developments and their larger impacts.
finance and markets
karen zhuang
Head Investment Banking
Karen Zhuang is a fourth-year student at the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University studying Finance and Marketing. This year she is looking forward to expanding the Investment Banking portfolio within MBR. Karen joins MBR with prior experience in marketing, consulting, and investment banking.
Zachariah Zhou
head private equity
Zacahriah Zhou is a third-year student at McGill University majoring in Mathematics & Economics. He had experience working in top-tier private equity firms. He enjoys using the buy-side mentality to oversee the execution of deals. He is thrilled to join MBR as the Head of Private Equity in this academic year to popularize the buyer's transaction process and conduct in-depth research.
Campbell Clarke
Economy & Markets Associate
Campbell Clarke is a fourth-year student from St. John’s, Newfoundland, studying Strategy in the Desautels Faculty of Management. He serves as an Associate in the Economy and Markets division and hopes to attend law school after completing his studies at McGill University.
Alina Ali
Head Economy & markets
Alina Ali is in her second year at McGill University, majoring in Strategic Management with a concentration in Business Analytics. Alina has been writing articles for many years, and is passionate about understanding how various economic events can impact markets. She looks forward to bringing together expertise within the Economy & Markets department to publish insightful articles on topics such as global economic crises’, and local economic development. Outside of the financial world, Alina also enjoys artistic pursuits such as photography, painting and piano. Upon graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in consulting.
Pierre Kunkel
Economy & Markets associate
Pierre Kunkel is a second-year Economics student at McGill Univerisy. Pierre has a a particular interest in central banking policy and its effects on markets. He is thrilled to be a part of the Economy and Markets team, and is looking forward to collaborating with equally passionate peers.
Anthony Bello
Director, Investment Management
Anthony is a 4th year student studying Finance and Accounting, originally from Toronto. He is interested in the institutional investment and pension fund space, having written about these topics at McGill and having worked in the industry. In his free time, Anthony enjoys swimming and playing the piano.
Dean Firpion-Gouyette
Head investment management
Dean is entering his fourth year at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management majoring in Finance with a concentration in Business Analytics. He thoroughly enjoys discussing the markets and trading strategies. Dean has experience in Corporate Finance and clubs at McGill including the TAMID Group and CASCO. He seeks to contribute to MBR’s growth and the attainment of its full potential.
Tasmia Abbas
Investment Banking Analyst
Tasmia Abbas is a third year finance student at McGill University. She is serving as an analyst on the investment banking team of MBR’s finance and markets section, and looks forward to leveraging her past M&A experience to cover recent deals.
Alexander Megrelis
Analyst, Investment Banking
Alexander is a second year student at McGill pursuing a degree in Finance & History. Alexander is looking to expand his knowledge about the world of finance, and contribute by sharing his passion and writing articles about relevant M&A transactions, IPOs and trends in DCM. In his spare time Alexander likes reading, playing soccer and listening to music. Upon graduation, he hopes to start his career in Investment Banking.
innovative technology
tom berger
Co-Head of Innovative Technology Section
Tom Berger is a third-year student at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management majoring in Strategic Management. Enjoying the diversity and novelty of solving business problems across multiple industries and functions, he hopes to pursue a career in the management consulting industry following graduation. This year, Tom will co-lead MBR’s ‘Innovative Technology’ section; his experience includes M&A, project management, and research.
Serra Kale
Associate, Consumer Technology
Serra is a fourth-year student in the Desautels Faculty of Management, majoring in Finance and doing a concentration in Information Systems. Serra serves as an Associate for the McGill Business Review focusing on the impacts of Innovative Technology on businesses and consumer products. Upon graduation, Serra wishes to build a career in technology consultancy.
Dalia Feldberg
Analyst, Science & Sustainability
Dalia is a fourth year Arts student completing an honours in International Development and a double minor in Economics and Hispanic Studies. She is looking to diversify her knowledge in development into the business sphere and hopefully join a master’s program in sustainable business and innovation next year.
Annika Schmunk
Analyst, Investment Banking
Annika is a second-year student-athlete in the Desautels Faculty of Management, pursuing a major in Finance with a concentration in Accounting. Annika is looking forward to combining her knowledge of capital markets with current events shaping the investment banking industry to provide readers with insights on the latest M&A deals, IPOs, and more.
Layss Majed
Co-Head of Innovative Technology Section
Layss Majed was born and raised in Dubai, and is going into his third year at Desautels with a double concentration in finance and business analytics. With previous experience at a blockchain consultancy and an early stage VC, he joined MBR in 2022 as Co-Head of the Innovative Technology section. Layss enjoys product management, working with tech startups, and researching different crypto use cases.
Rosslyn Sinclair
Analyst, Consumer Technology
Rosslyn is a 4th year student majoring in Urban Studies and minoring in Management from the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University. Rosslyn serves as an analyst for the McGill Business Review focusing on innovative technology and its impact on the future of consumers and businesses.
Karina Allagh
Analyst, Science & Sustainability
Karina is a second year student in the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University, majoring Strategic Management. With a minor in Psychology, Karina wishes to provide her knowledge to MBR to maximize our organization's potential with a niche and refreshing perspective. Upon graduation, Karina wishes to build a career in sustainable business and consultancy.
Sayeed Mavani
Director, Innovative Technology
Sayeed is a 4th year student studying Economics. Sayeed has written about the blockchain industry in the past and gained valuable experience working as a blockchain analyst last summer. After graduating from McGill, he hopes to pursue a law degree. Outside of his academics, Sayeed is a competitive squash player and competes for the McGill Men's Team.
Mei Parkin
Analyst, Consumer Technology
Mei is a third year student concentrating in Retail Management and Business Analytics. With experience in the retail industry, Mei is excited to write about innovations in consumer technology and its influence on businesses, people, and society.
Kate Masliwec
Analyst, Innovative Technology
Kate is a third year student concentrating in marketing and entrepreneurship in the Desautels Faculty of Management. She is looking forward to delving into research on the up and coming innovative technology to provide readers with news on the up and coming trends in tech.