Malachi Lassiter

Dynamic and dependable professional with a strong background in customer service at Carvel Ice Cream Store. Demonstrated exceptional cash-handling skills and a commitment to meeting customer needs with patience and empathy.

Recognized for maintaining high accuracy in transactions, while effectively managing time, and adapting to business demands.

• Selected to represent my team as Mock CEO in a high-stakes M&A simulation involving real-world finance scenarios
• Led my team through a full-scale merger analysis, including company valuation, industry research, and strategic positioning
• Advanced to the championship round, presenting our deal in front of senior executives including the Head of M&A at J.P. Morgan
• Defended key business decisions under pressure during Q&A sessions with professionals from leading investment banks
• Gained hands-on experience in financial modeling, pitch deck development, and executive-level communication

This summer, I participated in a business program at Columbia University where I worked alongside firms such as Bloomberg and Sony. I engaged in a competitive mock M&A transaction and made it to the championship round. I also led another M&A simulation at Sony’s headquarters, presenting in front of high-level executives—including the Head of M&A at J.P. Morgan.

These experiences helped confirm my passion for finance and taught me the value of preparation, presence, and clear communication. I’ve also been working with MIT scholars to deepen my knowledge in advanced math and business modeling. Outside of academics, I support my sister’s nonprofit organization, serve as a junior coach for youth sports, and take part in my school’s selective “President’s Men” leadership group. I also play football.

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