DeGroote School of Business

As a creative storyteller and artist entrepreneur, Laura Coelho leads with passion, curiosity, and authenticity to compassionately connect with others. Graduating with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce, Laura has made the most of her undergraduate experience by participating in Jeux du Commerce Central (JDCC), DeGroote Women in Business (DWIB), Greensuits, and MacDance. In her third year, she started her own small business, @KicksByCoelho, on social media where she creates hand–painted, custom–designed sneakers. Having completed internships at Microsoft and Ford Motor Company, Laura hopes to align her creativity and entrepreneurial spirit with her passion for storytelling post-grad.

She is grateful to her family – across Brazil, Canada, and Poland – for always cheering her on. The message she hopes to instill in her peers is that it’s okay if things don’t always go according to plan because the best is yet to come. Each day is invaluable, so don’t forget to make today count! 

Shweta Sapra will be graduating with an MBA specializing in business analytics. With over six years of experience in pharmaceutical analytics and reporting, Shweta built a solid foundation in data analysis and business strategy. During her time in the MBA program, Shweta showcased her leadership skills by holding positions in the MBA Association and organizing key events such as the much-awaited fall formal.

Shweta also demonstrated her consulting expertise by competing in various case competitions throughout her term and representing the MBA DeGroote School of Business in the Canadian marketing league, where she achieved the distinction of being recognized as a top 10 finalist. Shweta’s academic achievements have earned her multiple scholarships.

In her free time, Shweta enjoys reading books and solo travelling, allowing her to immerse herself in new cultures and broaden her perspective.

Shweta is grateful for the unwavering support of her professors, colleagues, parents, sister, and her husband, who have all been instrumental in her success.