Summary
Financial and Business Economics student at York University (Specialized Honours, GPA 8.50/9.00) with hands-on experience in financial statement analysis, risk assessment, and quantitative modeling from coursework and a simulation-based insurance project. Brings strong Excel and analytical skills plus three years of customer-facing experience in fast-paced retail and food service.
Education
Financial and Business Economics (Specialized Honours)
Expected May 2029York University, Keele Campus
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- GPA
- 8.50 / 9.00
Experience
Barista — Starbucks
Jun 2026 – PresentVaughan, Ontario, Canada
- Delivering fast, friendly, and accurate customer service in a high-volume café during peak hours
- Preparing beverages to company standards while maintaining quality and consistency
- Processing cash, card, and POS transactions accurately
- Working closely with teammates during peak hours to keep service smooth and consistent
Team Member — OPA! of Greece
Apr 2025 – PresentMaple, Ontario, Canada
- Delivering fast, friendly customer service in a busy, high-volume restaurant environment
- Processing cash, debit, and POS transactions accurately
- Assisting with food preparation, order packaging, and stocking to support daily operations
- Collaborating with team members to maintain efficient service during high-volume periods
Sales Associate — Ithaki Jewelry
May 2024 – Apr 2025Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada
- Assisted customers with product selection and delivered personalized, professional service
- Processed sales transactions accurately, supporting daily store operations
- Prepared and packaged jewelry orders with strong attention to detail
- Maintained an organized, professional retail environment
Projects
Insurance Risk-Management Simulation
Risk Management & Insurance, York University
- Made underwriting and risk-appetite decisions across home, auto, and condo insurance lines in a simulated firm
- Analyzed customer risk segments and risk-based capital ratios to guide decisions within regulatory constraints
- Allocated advertising budgets to strengthen market share and financial performance
- Presented quantitative findings through structured team presentations
Activities
Finance Students' Association (FSA)
Active Member
York University
Attend networking and speaker events, building finance knowledge and industry connections
Economics Students' Association (ESA)
Active Member
York University
Engage in workshops and student-led initiatives with peers and industry professionals
Skills
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint
- Financial & Economic Analysis
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Risk Assessment
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Basic Accounting
- Quantitative Analysis
Professional Skills
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Organization & Time Management
- Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environments
Languages
- Turkish (Native)
- English (Professional Working Proficiency)