Jaswant Shah
Student
Davis,CA
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Retech Inc
12.2023 - Current
- Strategic Leadership: Guide the overall strategic direction of Retech, ensuring alignment with its mission to refurbish and redistribute technology to students in need.
- Fundraising and Donation Acquisition: Lead fundraising efforts and engage with local companies and individuals to secure tech donations, successfully amassing close to $5,000 in donations.
- Grant Writing: Spearhead the grant writing efforts, securing funding to support operational and programmatic goals.
- Distribution Management: Oversee the logistics of refurbishing and redistributing the donated technology to ensure it reaches students who need it most.
- Legal and Compliance Oversight: Manage all aspects of legal compliance and filing required to maintain nonprofit status, ensuring adherence to state and federal regulations.
Venture Capital Startup Scout
LvlUp Ventures
04.2024 - Current
- Identify Emerging Startups: Proactively search for and identify startups with high growth potential and innovative business models in various industries.
- Evaluate Business Viability: Assess the market potential, team strength, product uniqueness, and scalability of potential investment opportunities.
- Network and Build Relationships: Engage with entrepreneurs and participate in startup events to build a robust network and forge strategic relationships.
- Market Research and Trends Analysis: Conduct detailed market research to stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in technology and business.
- Recommend Investment Opportunities: Provide informed recommendations to LvlUp's investment team, supporting the decision-making process for potential funding.
Volunteer
Stebbins Club
08.2023 - Current
- Volunteer club with opportunities at UC Davis Natural Reserves Various projects such as Wildlife Camera Programs, AI Image
- Classification, Trail Maintenance, and Field Research
- Conducted research on the wildlife of nature reserves
- Aided development of AI used for identification of wildlife
Owner
Investment Markets
02.2021 - Current
- Led a group of 5 different analysts to build multiple investment profiles.
- Traded in volumes over $30,000 regularly.
- Managed accounts with values over $25,000.
- Worked in both equity and option trading with a specialty in spreads and hedging
- Experienced in analyzing market trends and making informed decisions to maximize returns
- Skilled in utilizing various market tools and resources to identify profitable investments
- Proven track record of successfully managing portfolios and minimizing risk
- Adept at researching and evaluating investments to determine their potential for growth
- Knowledgeable in developing strategies to maximize profits and minimize losses in the stock/crypto market
- Proficient in utilizing financial software to track and monitor stock market performance.
Business Owner
Self-employeed
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Launched and oversaw thriving software automation marketplace catering to 100+ customers, offering rental services and diverse automation software sales.
- Conducted personalized training sessions, empowering clients to optimize software utilization, ensuring efficient and effective usage.
- Pioneered a rental model within the marketplace, granting flexible access to cutting-edge automation software, meeting varying project requirements.
- Cultivated strategic relationships with software vendors, expanding product offerings, and ensuring a constant flow of innovative solutions for customers, boosting marketplace competitiveness.
Business Owner
Self-Employed
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Proven track record of success as an ecommerce business owner, with 2+ years of experience in developing and managing online stores
- Collaborated with marketing and product teams to create effective campaigns and promotions
- Skilled in leveraging digital marketing strategies to drive sales and increase customer engagement
- Experienced in creating and managing product listings, optimizing website design, and managing customer service
- Successfully managed multiple 6-figure ecommerce stores each generating over 200k annually.
- Adept at using analytics to identify trends and opportunities for growth
- Proficient in using various ecommerce platforms, such as Shopify, WooCommerce, and eBay.
Internship
Bayha Group
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led and started the development of detailed business plans encompassing market analysis, financial projections, and strategic initiatives for potential business ventures.
- Conducted in-depth market research to identify target audiences, assess competitors, and determine market positioning strategies
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create comprehensive market plans outlining go-to-market strategies, promotional activities, and customer acquisition tactics.
- Built and presented a pitch deck to the Bayha Group and rest of interns.
Electrical Team Member/Front-End Developer
FRC 1678
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Was on FRC 1678 Davis CA for close to 2 years
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed control and distribution apparatus such as switches, outlets, relays and circuit-breaker panels.
- Worked alongside a team of over 100 members on both the electrical team and the front end team.
- Team went to international both years and placed top 5.
- Worked with many software and languages mainly Kotlin and AndriodStudio.
Volunteer
YOLO FOOD BANK
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Actively participated in sorting and packaging food items, ensuring that all items were properly stored and distributed to those in need
- Contributed 100+ hours into distributing, packaging, and organizing food packages
- Demonstrated outstanding interpersonal skills when working with a diverse team of volunteers, staff members, and clients from various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
- Actively engaged with clients while distributing food items, providing them with resources, and connecting them with support services to assist with their immediate and long-term needs.
Team Member
DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SPEECH AND DEBATE
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Participated and competed in debate policy
- Worked and researched different policies given to us
- Experienced in researching and analyzing complex topics to develop persuasive arguments
- Collaborated with a team of 8 to build rebuttal arguments and speeches
- Qualified for state competition with my duo
- Skilled in crafting and delivering compelling speeches on a variety of topics, from current events to literature.
Treasurer/Tutor
MATH CLUB/TUTORING
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Tutored math to students of all levels, from elementary to high school
- Utilized custom lesson plans and teaching methods to successfully improve students' grades
- Mentored and provided guidance to struggling students, resulting in a positive impact on their academic and personal lives
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills, breaking down complex concepts into simple terms for students to understand
- Adapted to different learning styles and individual needs, creating a positive and productive learning environment
- Recruited and interviewed tutors for the position
- Managed and planned sessions for tutors.
Education
High School Diploma -
DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
1 2022 - 01/2025
Skills
Finance Management (Quickbooks)
Customer Service (Ecommerce)
Google Interface (Drive, Slides, Docs, Forms, Sheets)
Spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets)
Billing/Shipping/Payroll
Hardware Skills (Computer Repair, Technical Skills)
Problem Solving/ Critical Thinking
Public Speaking (Speech and Debate)
Timeline
Venture Capital Startup Scout
LvlUp Ventures
04.2024 - Current
President
Retech Inc
12.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Stebbins Club
08.2023 - Current
Internship
Bayha Group
06.2023 - 08.2023
Business Owner
Self-employeed
12.2022 - 11.2023
Treasurer/Tutor
MATH CLUB/TUTORING
10.2021 - 03.2022
Electrical Team Member/Front-End Developer
FRC 1678
09.2021 - 02.2023
Team Member
DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SPEECH AND DEBATE
09.2021 - 03.2022
Volunteer
YOLO FOOD BANK
06.2021 - 08.2022
Owner
Investment Markets
02.2021 - Current
Business Owner
Self-Employed
03.2020 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
DAVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
1 2022 - 01/2025
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