Maryam Begzada

I build systems, shape narratives, and drive clarity in complex environments.

01 / How I Operate
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Seek the hard problem.

The harder and more ambiguous the problem, the more it pulls me in. That's where fun is for me.

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Don't settle.

I don't believe in "good enough." I always push for exceptional outcomes.

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Know when to ask.

When I hit a knowledge wall, I find the person who's already past it.

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Connect with purpose.

I build networks that turn into problem-solving power.

02 / Me in the Wild
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Sauder School of Business Brand Campaign

Led the casting and production of the university's top-performing promotional campaign. I modeled in it too!

03 / Career Timeline
2025 (Sep) – 2026 (May)

Event & Community Lead

Her Wealth Summit & WNorth, Vancouver, BC

Ran the room for 1,200+ founders, executives, and finance professionals across multiple conferences, handling DJ work, speaker sessions, registration, and full event setup and teardown. Created a warm, engaging atmosphere and actively connected attendees around shared interests, several of which turned into ongoing partnerships.

2025 (Jan) – 2026 (Jul)

Investment Advisor

Independent Initiative, Nationwide, CA

Identified a financial literacy gap among students and built an advisory initiative from scratch, guiding clients on investment strategy, tax efficiency, and long-term wealth building. Advised on diversified, risk-balanced portfolios across US, Canadian, developed, and emerging markets.

2021 (Sep) – 2025 (Aug)

Marketing & Branding Specialist

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Designed and developed 10 key university department websites and ran social media campaigns, creating graphics and content across LinkedIn, Meta, and X.

04 / Education

B.A. Political Science & Commerce

The university of british columbia

Focus Areas
  • Venture Designs
  • Data Analytics (R & Stata)
Achievements
  • workspace_premiumGraduated with distinction
  • emoji_events6 prestigious awards