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Laura Coelho
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! |
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Shweta Sapra
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. |
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Mr. Paul Douglas
Mr. Douglas currently serves as Group Head, Canadian Business Banking at TD Bank Group, where he leads the delivery of a variety of banking products, services and expertise to business banking customers across Canada. Paul’s 40-year tenure at TD spans corporate banking, investment banking and risk management. Paul is also the former Chair of TD’s Diversity Leadership Council subcommittee on promoting and enhancing a supportive environment for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender customers and employees. Paul contributed more than a decade of his time to serving McMaster’s Board of Governors in various capacities. He chaired the Audit and Finance committees and sat on the Nominating and Executive and Governance committees. He served as Vice-Chair for two years before becoming Chair from 2017–2019. After passing the Chair to Brad Merkel, Paul returned as Vice-Chair for another year. Beyond his involvement with the Board, Paul has been actively engaged with the 2 DeGroote School of Business. He has been a guest lecturer on numerous occasions and made immense contributions to teaching, learning, and research as a member of the DeGroote School of Business Advisory Board. Paul’s ability to balance his commitments to McMaster with his responsibilities as TD’s Head of Canadian Business Banking is a testament to his dedication and passion for higher education. |
