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Rushil Shankar

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Business Technology Management student at York University with a relentless drive for skill acquisition and technical growth. I thrive at the intersection of business strategy and IT, bringing a proven ability to pivot quickly—from mastering financial compliance and high-stakes communication to executing Agile QA testing and data analysis.

I am a "growth-first" learner currently expanding my technical toolkit in data analytics (Power BI), SQL, and cloud fundamentals. I offer a collaborative spirit and a commitment to helping organizations innovate through data-driven solutions. I am eager to leverage my diverse background and hands-on experience to solve complex problems in fast-paced corporate environments.

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years of professional experience

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Work History

QA Tester (Manual)

EduQuest Canada

03.2023 - 12.2023

Quality Assurance & Testing: Engineered and executed end-to-end test cases for UI/UX, functional, and integration testing, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and system integrity for the EduQuest platform.
Defect Management: Managed end-to-end bug lifecycle—from discovery and documentation of high-priority defects to re-testing and closure—coordinated daily defect triage meetings to sustain project momentum.
User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Facilitated UAT environment by preparing comprehensive test data and aiding stakeholders in validating product features against real-world marketing and business scenarios.
Requirements Engineering: Collaborated with Business Analysts and Developers to translate complex business requirements into comprehensive test strategies and technical documentation.
Agile Collaboration: Actively participated in the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), contributing to user story refinement, sprint planning, and backlog grooming to ensure technical requirements met business objectives.
Stakeholder Reporting: Created automated and manual status reports, including defect summaries and testing velocity metrics, ensuring transparency for project leadership.
Knowledge Management: Maintained a centralized technical repository using SharePoint, managing version control for project manuals, training materials, and process documentation.

Sales Associate

PC Financial

01.2026 - Current

Consultative Solutions: Drive acquisition for PC Financial products by analyzing customer needs and presenting tailored financial solutions, consistently meeting or exceeding monthly performance targets.
Communicated complex financial product terms as a primary brand ambassador, providing clear, actionable information that enhanced customer understanding and engagement.
Tracked lead conversions and managed customer inquiries using CRM tools and digital platforms, offering feedback to management on process improvements to streamline operations.
Resolved high-pressure customer concerns, focusing on retention and brand loyalty while showcasing an innovative mindset and perseverance in fast-paced environments.
Data Accuracy & Integrity: Manage sensitive financial data entry and application processing, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with federal financial regulations and privacy standards.

Canvasser

UpFundraising

Toronto, Canada

07.2024 - 12.2025

Results-Driven Performance: Conducted 1,000+ hours of field outreach, successfully securing 200+ monthly donors for the St. Michael’s Hospital Foundation and consistently exceeding organizational KPIs.
Stakeholder Engagement: Fostered long-term community relationships as brand ambassador, utilizing soft skills to enhance donor retention and engagement.
Strategic Communication: Mastered the art of high-stakes persuasion and public speaking, bridging conversational gaps to build immediate rapport with diverse demographics in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptability & Resilience: Managed shifting route logistics and navigated unpredictable field conditions while maintaining focus on mission-critical goals.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Business Technology Management (Honors)

York University

12-2027

High School Diploma -

Delhi Public School Bangalore East

India

03-2023