ANTHONY ST. CLAIR JR.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Consumer Sector Leader
Blackgen Capital
New York, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Led the Consumer sector of a student-run investment fund, guiding equity research and investment theses across consumer discretionary and staples companies.
- Mentored and directed analysts through full stock pitches, including industry analysis, financial modeling, valuation, and risk assessment.
- Presented and defended investment recommendations to the investment committee, incorporating feedback to refine theses and portfolio positioning.
Executive Social Media and Community Outreach Manager
K.I.N.G.S. Organization
New York, USA
07.2023 - Current
- Raised $5,000+ in funding by managing the organization's social media page and coordinating virtual events.
- Designed the organization's scholarship giveaway program, contributing to outreach and engagement efforts over the past two years.
Molecular Biology Genetics Researcher
Hotchkiss School / Stanford University Stan-X Program
Lakeville, USA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Engineered a novel binary expression driver line via P-element transposition (archived as SX4 1580 at the Bloomington Drosophila Stock Center).
- Achieved proficiency in advanced molecular biology techniques: PCR, inverse PCR, gel electrophoresis, Sanger sequencing, fluorescence microscopy, and tissue dissection.
- Designed and executed multi-generational genetic crosses, maintained live Drosophila stocks, and analyzed gene expression relevant to development and disease.
- Presented original findings; research formally incorporated into Stan-X laboratory data repositories.
- Gained proficiency in software databases SnapGene and FlyBase.
Education
B.A. - Economics and Mandarin Chinese
Yale University
05.2029
High School Diploma - Cum Laude Society
The Hotchkiss School
05.2025
Skills
Elementary oral Mandarin proficiency and intermediate reading and writing Mandarin proficiency Molecular biology & gene expression research Haircare science & cosmetic formulation Creative writing & authorship Social media strategy
Honors Activities Interests
Cum Laude Society Inductee (2025), Charles Guggenheimer Yale Club Scholar (2025), Walter Cleveland Allen, Jr. '32 Prize (2025), Scholastic Silver Key - Critical Essay (2024), Student Diplomacy Corps Japan Full Scholarship (2023), NYEC National Film Festival Prize (2025), Author of Beyond Texture: The Keys to Hair Success, Club Squash, Fiber Arts, Mandarin Chinese & East Asian studies, Molecular biology & gene expression research
Leadership Experience
- Blue Lead Ambassador Head Tour Guide, The Hotchkiss School, Lakeville, CT, 06/24, 05/25, Directed 240+ tour guides through structured trainings and strategic initiatives to enhance prospective family engagement., Managed official social media channels, producing and assisting in content that showcased major events and strengthened institutional messaging. Partnered with admissions leadership to address parent and alumni concerns on diversity and equity, shaping communications that aligned student voices with the school's long-term strategic goals.
Timeline
Consumer Sector Leader
Blackgen Capital
09.2025 - Current
Molecular Biology Genetics Researcher
Hotchkiss School / Stanford University Stan-X Program
09.2024 - 05.2025
Executive Social Media and Community Outreach Manager
K.I.N.G.S. Organization
07.2023 - Current
B.A. - Economics and Mandarin Chinese
Yale University
High School Diploma - Cum Laude Society
The Hotchkiss School