I'm a Kriya Shah

High School Senior | Finance Student | Aspiring Leader

Passionate about leadership, business development, and creating equitable opportunities for underserved communities.
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About Me

A Driven Student with a Passion for Leadership and Business
Driven by Excellence, Passionate about Leadership and Economic Equity

I am a senior at Plano East Senior High School, Texas, graduating in May 2025 and a place in the top 8% of my class, I am deeply committed to academic excellence. I am passionate about business, leadership, and public policy. My experiences in product management, research, and nonprofit leadership have nurtured my passion for understanding economic growth and advocating for equitable business policies. As I continue to learn and grow, my goal is to contribute to initiatives that support small businesses and underserved communities, empowering them through sustainable solutions.

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Key Skills

Expertise That Drives Innovation and Success
Leadership & Communication
Effective team leader and communicator, excelling in motivating others, driving collaboration, and fostering productive working environments.
Academic & Business Research
Skilled in conducting thorough academic and business research, analyzing trends, and presenting actionable insights for data-driven decision-making.
Product Management
Experienced in managing product development lifecycles, from ideation to launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
Order Management
Proficient in overseeing order processing, ensuring timely fulfillment, tracking shipments, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
P&L and Cashflow Management
Adept at analyzing profit and loss statements and managing cash flow to optimize financial performance and sustain business growth.
Product Management MS Productivity Applications Suite
Expert user of Microsoft Office Suite, leveraging tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and Word to enhance productivity and deliver results.

Certifications

Validated Skills That Enhance My Professional Edge

Education

Commitment to Excellence in Academics
Plano East Senior High School

August 2021 – May 2025

  • Top 8% of Graduating Class
  • National Merit Scholarship Finalist
  • AP Scholar with Distinction (2023)
  • AP Scholar with Honor (2022)
  • National Honor Society Member

Extracurriculars & Affiliations

Leadership Beyond the Classroom
Sept 2023 – Present
Board Member, Treasurer, VP | Trails of Tomorrow (NPO)

Lead and coordinate service events that create care packages for homeless shelters. I manage the logistics for donation boxes across school campuses and ensure the organization’s growth by onboarding new members and extending its reach.

Aug 2022 – Present
National Honor Society | Member

Actively participate in community service, including food drives, blood donation campaigns, and environmental cleanups.

Aug 2022 – May 2024
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) | Member

Actively participate in community service, including food drives, blood donation campaigns, and environmental cleanups.

Empowerment of Women - Professional Affiliations:
  • Business and Professional Women International
  • International Association of Women
  • Office of Women’s Business Ownership

Experience

Professional Roles That Shaped My Growth and Vision
The Candle Corner | Product Manager

September 2023 – Present

Product Manager and Partner at The Candle Corner, overseeing product lifecycle, sustainable practices, and strategic sales. I optimized production, reduced material wastage, increased efficiency, and boosted revenue, while managing P&L and stakeholder meetings.
Pacific Accounting & Business Services Inc. Financial Accounting Intern

September 2024 – Present

As a Financial Accounting Intern, I assist senior accountants with daily operations, including data management, customer communication, Salesforce updates, and supporting financial report creation while maintaining accurate records for streamlined processes.

Research Projects

Exploring New Frontiers Through Academic Inquiry
Empowering Financial Services: The Transformative Impact of AI on FinTech

This study examines the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the financial services industry, particularly in the FinTech sector. By exploring AI applications such as personalized banking, fraud detection, credit scoring, and algorithmic trading, the paper analyzes how AI enhances operational efficiency and customer experience. . Using case studies from leading financial institutions, the paper highlights both opportunities and ethical concerns, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias.

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Sustainable AI Data Center Design: A Synergistic Approach Using Renewable Energy

This paper presents a synergistic approach to the design of sustainable AI data centers using renewable energy sources. With the growing demand for AI applications, data centers face increasing computational and energy consumption challenges, making it imperative to develop sustainable solutions.

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The Political Economy of Cultural Commodities

In a globalized world, cultures and economics intersect to increasingly shape markets. Cultural commodities, products that are inherently sold and intrinsically cultural, stand out as a challenge to the traditional dichotomy between economic value and cultural significance. This paper explores how cultural commodities reconcile the seemingly conflicting demands of economic and cultural value.

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