The ambassadors serve as a point of continuity for older MMAs to new ones, promoting lifelong learning by providing them with guidance and advice on how to best navigate and get the most out of the program:
- Knowledge transfer from outgoing cohorts to incoming cohorts on matters related to student life
- Advice on course elective selection and demystifying their content
- Academic mentoring for the Capstone project - in addition to alumni coming back as guest speakers to teach students every year, the ambassadors are also available to guide students with related challenges
- Sharing/hiring career opportunities
- Connecting students with alumni from different industries/companies of their interest
Are you a McGill MMA graduate who would like to become an ambassador? Do not hesitate to reach out to our Ambassador Leads.
Members
Steven Liang (MMA3)
MMA Ambassador Lead (Montreal)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Commerce
Industry: Transportation
From: Montreal, Canada
Email: steven.liang [at] mail.mcgill.ca
The MMA has really been a transformative journey which enabled me to successfully upskill and pivot into a data-related field of work, precisely at a time when the world is ever increasingly data-driven. Throughout this enriching program, I was challenged, inspired, and ultimately achieved tremendous growth - personally, academically, and professionally. Now, as an Ambassador, I am dedicated to fostering our vibrant community of alumni, mentoring our emerging talents, and perpetuating the legacy of excellence that defines the MMA.
Sebastian Salazar (MMA3)
MMA Ambassador Lead (Toronto)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Arts (Economics)
Industry: Banking
From: Lima, Peru
Email: sebastian.salazar [at] mail.mcgill.ca
The MMA provided me with the tools and knowledge to become a well-rounded analytics professional and successfully transition into the Canadian market. Now, as an Ambassador, I seek to develop an ever-lasting alumni community that is well-connected and brings value at every stage of our professional journey.
Toronto team:
Eunice Worifah (MMA3)
MMA Ambassador (Toronto)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Science (Psychology, Chemistry)
Industry: Tech
From: Douala, Cameroon
Email: eunice.worifah [at] gmail.com
In just 12 months, the MMA equipped me with the industry-leading tools and skills needed to transform my career and confidently pivot into data science. The program's strong network of peers, alumni, and McGill faculty has been invaluable, and continues to support my professional growth. I'm thrilled to give back to this incredible MMA community.
Vaibhav Vishal (MMA4)
MMA Ambassador (Toronto)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science)
Industry: Retail
From: Patna, India
Email: vaibhav.vishal [at] mail.mcgill.ca
The MMA has enhanced my knowledge base in analytics through a plethora of technical skills and deep understanding of business principles and practices through various case studies/client projects throughout the course. The MMA program at McGill University offered a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to my analytics education, and prepared me for a successful career in the Data Analytics domain. Being an ambassador I look forward to connecting with MMA students/ Alums, sharing experience and help in all possible ways to keep on building our vibrant Alumni community stronger.
Mohamad Dalati (MMA5)
MMA Ambassador (Toronto)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Engineering (Structural)
Industry: Real Estate
From: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Email: mohamad.dalati [at] mail.mcgill.ca
The MMA has been a catalyst for my growth in the analytics domain, offering essential tools and knowledge. Through this transformative journey, I successfully upskilled and navigated the data-driven landscape. As an Ambassador, I am committed to cultivating a strong alumni community, mentoring emerging talents, and sustaining the MMA's legacy of excellence in the ever-evolving world of analytics.
Montreal team:
Ananya Nair (MMA4)
MMA Ambassador (Montreal)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Arts, Joint Honors in Economics & Finance
Industry: Technology Consulting
From: Mumbai, India
Email: ananya.nair [at] mail.mcgill.ca
MMA enabled me to leverage my background in business strategy in driving and building value in the evolving space of technology. As an MMA Ambassador, I want to foster a community of brilliant minds and enable each others’ journeys in the landscape of Data, AI and technology.
Uzair Ahmad (MMA4)
MMA Ambassador (Montreal)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Engineering
Industry: Pharmaceutics
From: Islamabad, Pakistan
Email: uzair.ahmad [at] mail.mcgill.ca
My experience in the MMA program has equipped me with the business acumen and technical skillset to craft business solutions. As an Ambassador, my goal is to leverage my insights and experiences to assist students in navigating the landscape of the analytics industry.
Raman Vakil (MMA5)
MMA Ambassador (Montreal)
Bachelors: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
Industry: Healthcare
From: Tehran, Iran
Email: raman.vakil [at] mail.mcgill.ca
The MMA has enabled me to gain the knowledge and skillset required to pivot to the field of analytics. As an ambassador, I aim to contribute to further developing our community of brilliant talents and alumni, and playing a facilitative role in paving their path throughout their professional journey.
Events
These events exemplify the efforts of MMA ambassadors to establish platforms where MMAs can access lifelong learning opportunities and reap the benefits of their MMA experience well beyond graduation.
Winter 2024 (Toronto)
Our very first Toronto MMA Alumni Networking Event reunited over 110+ attendees our distinguished pool of data professionals, and industry leaders connected with the current MMA6 cohort! It was an evening filled with meaningful connections, great conversations, and delicious bites in the heart of downtown Toronto.
Guest Speaker:
- Yuan Li (MMA1) – Career Transiting after the MMA and Comparison of the Montreal vs. the Toronto Job Market
Summer 2023 (Montreal)
Following our much-anticipated summer reunion in 2022, our second MMA alumni event was held at an upscale and classy venue where over 70 attendees reconnected with old MMA companions, esteemed professors, and program affiliates. Alumni got the opportunity to engage with the next generation of talent, forging connections with the enthusiastic MMA5 students as they neared the final stretches of their MMA journey.
Guest Speakers:
- Eunice Worifah (MMA3) – Life at Google after the MMA
- Sebastian Salazar (MMA3) – Career in Data & Analytics
Summer 2022 (Montreal)
As summer arrived and COVID restrictions eased, the MMA program and its Ambassadors hosted our first-ever multi-cohort networking event. Over 40 MMA graduates both from recent and older cohorts, gathered for the first time in person on campus. It was a chance for those whose convocations were delayed by the pandemic to catch up and connect over life after graduation.
Guest Speakers:
- Ruben D. Alba (MMA2) – Life at Accern after the MMA
- Alfonso Cabello (MMA3) – Life at Salesforce after the MMA
