Thet Mon Aye TMA
@thetmonayetma
Finance professional with expertise in machine learning and data analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated finance professional currently pursuing a PhD in Finance at Baruch College, focusing on Asset Pricing. My academic journey has been enriched by experiences in machine learning and data analysis, particularly with econometric models. I hold a Master of Finance from Tulane University, where I specialized in Banking Financial Modeling and was honored with a Fulbright Scholarship.
My professional background includes significant roles in both the private sector and academic consultancy. As the Fintech Assistant Director at Frontiir Company Ltd, I contributed to the largest ISP company in Myanmar. Additionally, I served as a Manager in the Digital Trust Department at PricewaterhouseCoopers, where I honed my skills in digital finance. My entrepreneurial spirit led me to found Star Ticket, recognized by Forbes as a 30 Under 30 winner in the Retail and E-commerce sector.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I am actively involved in community initiatives, serving as a secretary for the Irrawaddy Academy, which aims to establish a community-based chartered school in the USA. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive positive change and foster entrepreneurship in emerging markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Secretary
Irrawaddy Academy
Currently serving as secretary in the Board of Irrawaddy Academy for building the first ever Myanmar Community-Based Chartered School in the USA. This role involves strategic planning and community engagement to establish educational infrastructure.
Startup Mentor
Impact Hub
Oct 2020 - Aug 2022 (1 year 10 months)
Mentored startups, offering guidance and support for their development and growth. This role involved advising on business strategies and operational challenges.
Fintech Assistant Director
Frontiir Company Ltd
Oct 2019 - Jul 2022 (2 years 9 months)
Managed fintech operations and initiatives as an Assistant Director at Myanmar's largest ISP company. This involved overseeing financial technology projects and strategic implementation.
Technical Expert
GIZ
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Performed qualitative and quantitative market research for the Ginger Value Chain in the ASEAN Agri Trade Paper. This role required comprehensive market analysis and data synthesis.
National Consultant for Entrepreneurship Projects
UNDP
Apr 2020 - Aug 2020 (4 months)
Served as a National Consultant for Entrepreneurship Projects, providing research and entrepreneurship lectures. This involved contributing to the development and dissemination of entrepreneurial knowledge.
Secretary
Irrawaddy Academy
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Currently serves as Secretary on the Board, contributing to the establishment of the first Myanmar Community-Based Chartered School in the USA. Provides strategic guidance and administrative support for the academy's development.
National Consultant for Entrepreneurship Projects
UNDP
Apr 2020 - Present (5 years 2 months)
Served as a National Consultant, conducting research and delivering lectures for entrepreneurship projects. Focused on supporting and developing entrepreneurial initiatives.
National Consultant
UNDP
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)
Conducted qualitative research for a rapid assessment of the impact of Covid-19 on entrepreneurs and mitigating strategies in Myanmar. This involved in-depth analysis and report generation for policy recommendations.
Fintech Assistant Director
Frontiir Company Ltd
Oct 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)
Managed fintech operations and strategic initiatives for Myanmar's largest ISP company. Contributed to the advancement of financial technology solutions within the organization.
Startup Mentor
Impact Hub
Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Mentored various startups, providing strategic guidance and operational support for their growth. Contributed to fostering an innovative ecosystem for emerging businesses.
Manager, Digital Trust Department
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Sep 2018 - Feb 2019 (5 months)
Led the Digital Trust Department as a Manager, focusing on digital security and trust-related services. This position involved managing client engagements and team supervision.
Founder
Star Ticket
Feb 2013 - May 2018 (5 years 3 months)
Founded Star Ticket, an achievement recognized by Forbes under 30. This role encompassed all aspects of startup development, from conception to market launch.
Manager, Digital Trust Department
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Sep 2018 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Led the Digital Trust Department, overseeing projects related to digital security and trust services. Managed client engagements and ensured compliance with digital transformation standards.
Founder
Star Ticket
Feb 2013 - Present (12 years 4 months)
Founded Star Ticket, an e-commerce platform, achieving recognition as a Forbes 30 Under 30 winner. Successfully developed and scaled the business from concept to market leadership.
Technical Expert
GIZ
Conducted qualitative and quantitative market research for the Ginger Value Chain in ASEAN. Contributed to the Agri Trade Paper, providing expert analysis.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Baruch College
PhD in Finance, Finance
Currently pursuing a PhD in Finance with a concentration in Asset Pricing. Gaining expertise in Machine Learning and Data Analysis, utilizing Econometric Models for advanced financial research.
Baruch College
PhD, Finance, with a Concentration in Asset Pricing
Pursuing a PhD in Finance with a concentration in Asset Pricing. Gained experience in Machine Learning and Data Analysis using Econometric Models.
Tulane University
Master of Finance, Finance, with a Concentration in Banking
Activities and societies: Fulbright Scholarship
Began Master of Finance studies with a concentration in Banking. Specialized in Banking Financial Modeling and was awarded the Fulbright Scholarship.
University College London (UCL)
Bachelor of Science (BSc.), Computer Science
Activities and societies: Entrepreneurship and Project Management Minor; created QR app for groceries stores
Undertook a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a minor in Entrepreneurship and Project Management. Specialized in entrepreneurship and developed a QR app for grocery stores.
Parami University
Certificate, Machine Learning - Social Change
Activities and societies: Life Expectancy Project using World Bank Data
Completed a Certificate in Machine Learning focused on Social Change. Worked on a Life Expectancy Project utilizing World Bank Data.
University College London (UCL)
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a minor in Entrepreneurship and Project Management. Specialized in entrepreneurship, which included developing a QR app for grocery stores.
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