Divya Kalaria
Learner
(2)
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Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Bio

I'm a student studying Finance at Western University with experience across private equity, capital markets, and financial modeling. I’ve supported deal execution, valuation analysis, and research initiatives in both professional and extracurricular settings.

I am also well-experienced in marketing, deal/client sourcing, and consulting. In my free time, I run a blog with 7.5k followers and love to DJ!

Portals

Skills

Business development 2 Business metrics 2 Competitive analysis 2 Digital channels 2 Google analytics 2 Key performance indicators (kpis) 2 Lead management 2 Marketing 2 Marketing performance measurement and management 2 Marketing strategies 2 Performance metric 2 Project management 2 Prospect research 2 Sales 2 Sales prospecting 2 Social media 2 Social media engagement 2 Target audience 2 Cold calling 1 Customer acquisition management 1

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Latest feedback

Bibin K Benny
Bibin K Benny
Project Manager
August 27, 2025
Individual endorsement
Marketing strategies Social media Target audience Social media engagement Google analytics Marketing Key performance indicators (kpis) Marketing performance measurement and management Project management Digital channels
Demonstrated excellent research and stakeholder engagement skills, with strong professionalism and initiative throughout the project.
Learner feedback
Marketing strategies Social media Target audience Social media engagement Google analytics Marketing Key performance indicators (kpis) Marketing performance measurement and management Project management Digital channels
Divya was highly professional and proactive throughout the project. Divya’s organization and communication skills stood out, and the work added real value to our project!
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NL Eats
Digital Marketing Strategy Lead for NL Eats
NL Eats
Moeed Akhter
Moeed Akhter
Co-Founder of Lavndr
May 10, 2025
Individual endorsement
Competitive analysis Sales prospecting Business metrics Performance metric Prospect research Lead management Business development Sales
Divya is an expert researcher who empowers leadership within organizations to drive change in business systems. His insight through the BDR role captures his intention to strategically grow and apply himself with respect to a business's overall objectives. His perspective on client pain points demonstrated his eagerness to support brands on behalf of our agency. I'd recommend Divya for consulting roles that heavily involve financial metrics for firms.
Learner feedback
Competitive analysis Sales prospecting Business metrics Performance metric Customer acquisition management Prospect research Lead management Business development Sales Cold calling
Divya was thoughtful in helping Lavndr Media align its business strategy with local businesses, and driving internal BDR functions more effectively by advising on CRM alternatives and lead generation. He demonstrated thoughtful knowledge of the local business market, by considering challenges faced by brands in appealing towards Gen Z audiences - incorporating metrics into his data that were visualized with his final report. His transparency, and honesty drove Lavndr Media's accountability for students. Thanks to his input, we drove our HR objectives effectively - particularly in the marketing team this cohort.
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Lavndr
Business Development Intern
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Achievements

Recent projects

NL Eats
NL Eats
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Digital Marketing Strategy Lead for NL Eats

NL Eats is looking to enhance its digital presence and community engagement to further its mission of addressing food insecurity in Newfoundland and Labrador. The project aims to design and implement strategic digital marketing campaigns that align with NL Eats' objectives. Learners will apply classroom knowledge of marketing and analytics to real-world nonprofit challenges, gaining hands-on experience in project management, marketing strategy, and social media engagement. The project involves developing engaging content for various social media platforms, conducting market research to identify target audience segments, and analyzing marketing performance using tools like Google Analytics. The ultimate goal is to boost NL Eats' visibility and engagement across digital channels, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize audience interaction.

Matches 1
Category Digital marketing + 4
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Lavndr
Lavndr
Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Business Development Intern

Prospect Research – Identify potential clients using LinkedIn, Apollo.io, and other databases. Outbound Outreach – Send pre-written cold emails and LinkedIn messages to prospects. Follow-ups & Scheduling – Manage email sequences and book calls with interested leads. Market Research – Gather insights on competitors and trends to refine your pitch. CRM Updates – Keep track of outreach efforts and responses in our Notion database.

Matches 1
Category Market research + 3
Closed

Work experience

Private Equity Analyst
Berkman Woods
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
February 2025 - May 2025

● Completed a 12-week internship at Berkman Woods, assigned coverage in Healthcare & HR/Staffing industries
Acquisition of a 12.5M International Electrical Services Contracting Firm
● Updated a 3-statement, LBO, and roll-up model to ensure accurate financial reporting and conducted research to identify electrical construction companies in Oklahoma as potential acquisition targets
Potential Acquisition of a $800k Regional Surgical Equipment Distributor
● Drafted investment memo analyzing operations, customer mix, and transition risk; conducted SDE valuation to recommend entry price, and presented findings to investment committee
Potential Acquisition of a $2M Orthopedic Practice
● Identified key operational strengths, customer diversification, and potential transition risks; performed valuation to assess financial health and supported investment committee decision-making with a recommended entry price

Global Markets Intern
TD Securities
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
July 2024 - August 2024

● Developed proficiency in FX platforms including Murex and PMG, gaining expertise in SWIFT codes and SSIs through shadowing team members across the onboarding, confirmations, settlements, and investigations teams
● Co-authored the Global FX Introduction Guide, presented to management a 35 page internal training guide designed to educate new team members, providing in-depth knowledge of the department’s functions
● Observed and learned the processes behind FX transactions averaging $1B weekly, claims management exceeding $200k, and bullion transaction execution for institutional and individual clients

Concessions Attendant
City of Brampton
Brampton, Ontario, Canada
April 2024 - August 2024

Efficiently managed and processed over $1,000 in credit, debit, and cash transactions per shift, ensuring accuracy, security, and adherence to company financial procedures
Delivered exceptional food handling service to an average of 100 customers per shift, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, maintaining high standards of food preparation, and consistently providing excellent customer service

Finance Associate, Non-Profit Organization
The Canadian Young Investors Society
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
June 2023 - Current

● Secured over $4k in sponsorships from corporate sponsors, including National Bank and CPA Ontario; oversaw 60+ grant applications and outreach efforts to 300+ companies and non-profit organizations
● Directed a team of 6 directors to meet quarterly fundraising goals, ensuring effective resource; engaged with key stakeholders, maintained relationships with corporate sponsors, and provided regular updates on donation impact

Project Intern
Youth Culture Inc.
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
April 2023 - May 2023

● Collaborated with interns and the research team at TD Invent on product design, evaluation, and enhancement, actively participating in focus groups to gather authentic Gen Z perspectives on app and product concepts
Select Project Experience:
● Pitched and developed YC Medium Ideas, a monetized blogging initiative for the company, strategizing between an independent publication or a centralized account to balance visibility, efficiency, and monetization

Education

B.a. in management and organizational studies, specialization in finance, Business/Finance
University of Western Ontario
September 2024 - April 2028

Personal projects

AI and Entrepreneurship Conference
https://www.instagram.com/_.aiec_/

This is a conference I helped host.

- Recruited over 35 participants and 2 industry-expert speakers for the conference
- Obtained over $16,500 in monetary and in-kind sponsorships
- Created and launched a marketing campaign for the conference which had over 25k impressions

Personal Medium Blog
April 2023 - Current

Run a blog on Medium.com
● 7.5k followers, 1000 monthly views
● 14.8k Total Views and 5.5k reads
● Mailing list of 100+ people
● Monetized and revenue-generating