Welcoming Our Summer Interns to Altitude Accelerator

Every summer, Altitude Accelerator welcomes new talent, and this year, they are excited to introduce three impressive team members: Tireni, Shanya, and Ashwin. Each of them brings unique skills, a passion for community, and a dedication to making a difference.

Tireni Babs-Olorunfemi - Environmental Program Coordinator
Tireni is a Bachelor of Commerce student at the University of Toronto with a strong history in student leadership and community advocacy. He served as the Racialized Student Coordinator at the UTM Students’ Union, managing programs that reached over 800 students during Black History Month. He played a significant role in creating a Racialized Coalition aimed at amplifying student voices on campus. As Co-President of the African Student Association, Tireni initiated large collaborative projects, facilitated networking opportunities, and established operational systems for his team. Additionally, he mentors youth through Big Brothers Big Sisters. At Altitude, Tireni aims to deepen his understanding of innovation ecosystems, forge meaningful connections, and leverage his passion for community and collaboration.

Shanya Samuel - Digital Marketing Specialist
Shanya is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics at Queen’s University and joins Altitude with a diverse background in governance, social advocacy, and corporate operations. Her commitment to creating equitable opportunities for underrepresented communities has guided her path as a Student Senator for the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and during her internship in Corporate Lending Operations at TD Securities. Collaborating through SHAD Canada, she also helped develop an app to assist newcomers to Canada and has been mentored by Dragon’s Den investor Wes Hall and former MP Celina Caesar-Chavannes. At Altitude, Shanya is eager to engage in storytelling and digital marketing, enhancing the visibility of the founders and investors while gaining insights into how innovative ideas lead to impactful ventures.

Ashwin Sasidharan - Environmental Impact Analyst
Ashwin is a third-year Finance student at Toronto Metropolitan University, equipped with a strong analytical foundation and an interest in the intersection of sustainability and business strategy. His expertise positions him to assess and communicate the environmental aspects of the startups supported by Altitude. He looks forward to collaborating with a diverse array of ventures, building relationships with founders, and developing a professional profile that integrates environmental insights with commercial strategy. Ashwin sees this role as critical for his future aspirations in finance, consulting, or banking. He is excited to be part of conversations that define the future of purpose-driven innovation.

In summary, the summer team at Altitude Accelerator showcases a blend of talent and dedication through Tireni, Shanya, and Ashwin. Their unique backgrounds and experiences promise to contribute significantly to the organization’s mission. Altitude is eager to see the impact these new members will make this summer, as they each work towards creating positive change in their respective roles within the community.