ABOUT THE DIGITAL SERVICE SQUAD
The Alberta School of Business Consulting Group was founded in 2014 to give students an opportunity to learn practical skills to complement their academic career and help develop the business community in return. The Consulting Group educates students through hands-on learning while providing students with insight into their career paths. Over 200 students have completed the program and have gone on to have rewarding careers. The Consulting Group is part of the Centre for Cities and Communities, which is home to an advisory board that represents the leaders and founders of the real estate, retail and city building community.
MEET YOUR TEAM
Our services are provided by talented Bachelor of Commerce students at the University of Alberta School of Business. Each of our Digital Consultants is trained in digital marketing, branding, and consulting in order to provide you with a high-quality and insightful experience. Meet our team below!
Heather Thomson
Executive Director
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History: One of the first people hired at Lululemon Athletica in Alberta in 2003, been with UofA SOR since 2018. Passionate about business and communities.
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Fun fact: Insane sense of direction, dual citizen, been to Disneyworld/land 18 times.
Jordan Bell
Project Coordinator
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History: Graduated from the U of A in 2020. Passionate about supporting positive community development, urban design, and supporting small businesses.
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Fun fact: Loves learning new languages and cultures. Has lived in France and South Korea.
Will Alloway
Growth Coordinator
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History: 2017 U of A business graduate, worked in business banking and communications at ATB Financial. Volunteered in city-building for three years.
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Fun fact: Insane sense of direction, dual citizen, been to Disneyworld/land 18 times.
Emaad Hussain
Senior Digital Consultant
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Major: Finance
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After graduating: I hope to work on the business side within a professional sports organizations, preferably the Toronto Raptors.
Bijan Somji
Senior Digital Consultant
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Major: Finance
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After graduating: To be honest, I am not exactly sure. After experiencing this position I hope to have a better idea of what I want to do after I graduate. I could potentially see myself in financial consulting.
Zak Hallworth
Office Manager
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Major: Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Management
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After graduating: Management consulting or product management.
Etebom Ekuere
Digital Consultant
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Major: Marketing
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After graduating: I plan on getting a job in my field and working on growing some start-ups.
Haley Sutherland
Digital Consultant
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Major: Accounting
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After graduating: After graduation, my plan is to article and obtain a CPA designation. After that, I want to travel and figure out what's next.
Abi Orina
Digital Consultant
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Major: Finance
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After graduating: I would like to pursue my masters or work in VC or private equity.
Koby Burns
Digital Consultant
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Major: Business Economics and Law
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After graduating: After I graduate, I plan on attending law school with the end goal of becoming a civil lawyer. I also plan on finding time to travel, get more involved in the NFP sector, and learning a computer programming language!
Ebun Akomolafe
Digital Consultant
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Major: Strategy, Entreprenuership, and Management
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After graduating: I hope to head to law school or work in consulting.
Brooklyn Plitt
Digital Consultant
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Major: Strategy Entrepreneurship and Management
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After graduating: I hope to travel and then get started in a career that challenges me. I am hoping to explore non-profit or consulting!
Samiha Mohammed
Digital Consultant
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Major: Sociology
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After graduating: Upon graduation, I hope to attend law school and pursue a career as a real estate lawyer.
Sarah Nguyen
Digital Consultant
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Major: Operations Management
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After graduating: Attending law school, travelling, and eating good food! Also, focusing on helping others and learning as much as life can teach me.
Simran Chhina
Digital Consultant
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Major: Psychology
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After graduating: After graduating I want to travel across Europe and the tropics as much as I can with my friends and family. After that I hope to pursue a career in clinical psychology with an emphasis on cognitive research!
Anamika Martinez-Belisle
Digital Consultant
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Major: Business Economics and Law
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After graduating: After University I hope to attend a Canadian law school. Right now I have a vision to pursue a stream of Civil Rights or Immigration law, but I like to be open minded and not get too set on anything. Eventually down the line I would love to learn more and get involved in Refugee policy development.
Ayana Lefebrve
Digital Consultant
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Major: Business Technology Management
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After graduating: I'd like to live in a different (warmer!) country for a year or two, then begin my career in something related to tech.
Kim Chi Hang
Digital Consultant
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Major: Accounting
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After graduating: After graduation, I would love to expand my skill set and experience through a role that fosters my passion for tech, marketing, and finance!
Colin Chong
Digital Consultant
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Major: Computing Science Specialization in Software Practice
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After graduating: I hope to have a position within the tech industry or continue my education in pursuit of my masters.
Hannah Cha
Digital Consultant
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Major: Business Technology Management
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After graduating: Travel more and continue to meet all kinds of people from different walks of life.
