Student Hatchers

Introducing Student Hatchers! In an exciting Pilot Project in collaboration with the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and St. Thomas University (STU), Planet Hatch will have 4 Student Hatchers joining us for the summer. Planet Hatch members will have access to support from UNB and STU BBA, MBA students in various operational tasks related to marketing, sales, operations, and general strategy, contributing to the development and success of their businesses.

Meet the Student Hatchers

Student Hatcher
Saqeef is pursuing his MBA at the University of New Brunswick with a concentration in Management Analytics. With a penchant for helping the community around him, he has significant experience working with NGOs to help marginalized communities in Bangladesh. Saqeef has also worked in Corporate Finance for several years and is currently pursuing his CFA charter. With a diverse professional background, he is committed to his role as a Student Hatcher. He aims to do his part in helping local entrepreneurs and promoting sustainable economic development.

Student Hatcher
Tolulope Afolabi is an international student pursuing a Master of Business Administration specializing in Venture Commercialization, Scaling, and Investments at the University of New Brunswick. She has experience in business development, growth, and operations. Her professional background spans across non-profit organizations and tech sectors for both B2C and B2B markets. She holds certifications in Cybersecurity and Technology Entrepreneurship from HarvardX. She is also currently the Chair of the Graduate Student Association at the University of New Brunswick showcasing her leadership and commitment to the student community. She is looking forward to helping innovators and entrepreneurs scale their businesses.

Student Hatcher
Laura Patiño is an international student from Colombia. She is halfway through her undergraduate program Bachelor of Arts, more specifically majoring in International Relations and Human Rights at St Thomas University. She has experience when it comes to designing marketing strategies, such as brochures or presentations, and any research that involves international matters. In addition, she has previously worked at the international office at St Thomas University helping to organize events for international students. Laura is looking forward to supporting and driving the success of entrepreneurs.

Student Hatcher
Pursuing an MBA at the University of New Brunswick, Rezaul Haider is a seasoned business professional with over a decade of diverse experience across multiple industries. He excels in product management, marketing strategies, business analytics, and strategic planning. With extensive experience in multicultural environments, Rezaul is passionate about fostering entrepreneurial success and promoting regional economic development. In his role as a Startup Support Intern at Planet Hatch, he is committed to supporting and driving the success of entrepreneurs.