Hey team! I am a senior at Harvard College graduating Cum Laude this May with a degree in Economics and Social Studies. In my time at Harvard, I have led an organization with over 400 members, successfully led a fundraising round for a startup I co-founded, have contributed to a Supreme Court case, and have conducted extensive legal research. 

Given my experiences, I believe I can be a valuable contribution to Legal teams while also learning in a fast-paced environment. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to get to know me a bit more!

Harvard University

Co-founded and led a tech-based startup focused on influencer monetization networks. Successfully secured a pre-seed round for the project, a dedicated beta cohort, and managed investor/influencer relationships.

Organized and directed numerous South Asian community events delving into social and political issues affecting South Asia and the South Asian diaspora as Academic-Political Chair. As President, I formulated position statements on SFFA v. Harvard (2022). Oversaw a board of 20+ members while directing funding and providing roadmaps for cultural events centered around pan-South Asian inclusivity. Introduced a framework for SAA events to promote religious diversity within the organization. Collaborated in the creation of an inaugural pan-South Asian conference. Furthermore, I led the organization out of debt and into profitability, creating financial stability for subsequent years

President

Successfully wrote an honors thesis with funding from Harvard University detailing the development of entrepreneurialism in minority communities in the American South. Interviewed entrepreneurs, and political figures, and engaged with religious authorities to develop the project.

Researcher

Conducted research on European real estate markets and presented findings to relevant stakeholders in a 12-week summer program in Lisbon, Portugal.

Summer Research Analyst

Articulated investment theses for public companies alongside a group of 6 while operating a $5,000 growth fund from Collegiate Capital Partners. Executed diligence for Venture Capital firms interested in student-founded startups. Sourced student companies and delivered one-pagers to VC firms. Analyzed competitive landscapes for a startup. Wrote articles and recorded podcasts ranging from Islamic Finance in VC to the future of cryptocurrencies.

Diligence and Sourcing Analyst

Cum Laude

Top 50 Most Influential Muslims

Innate Capital Scholar

Ali Makani

English

Native or bilingual proficiency

Spanish

Limited working proficiency

Hindi

Harvard Student

Real Estate

Ability to effectively resolve legal, financial and contractual issues and disputes.

Excel

Fundraising

Venture Capital Relations

Management

Appropriately triage a heavy workflow, setting appropriate priorities with clients and delivering results efficiently.

Team player willing to learn new tasks

fast learner

Ability to accept and learn criticism

Ali Makani

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