Mathis Tai
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Grade 11 IB student, entrepreneur, and national champion in RCM Speech Arts. I co-founded Lymelight, raising over $1,500 for Lyme disease research and earning recognition from the Premier of Ontario, compete seriously in DECA and FBLC, and currently serve as Director of Human Resources at Prosper Ontario. I am passionate about AI, social impact, and building things that actually matter.
Interested Industries
Skills
Vocal Delivery
intermediate
Leadership
expert
Marketing
intermediate
Time Management
intermediate
Coaching
expert
Operations Management
intermediate
Work Experience
Director of Human Resources
Prosper Ontario
2026-03 - Present
- Ranked top 3 among 250+ participants in a business turnaround case competition (April 2026) - Used strategic teamwork to communicate ideas during internal and external analysis - Designed and delivered a compelling pitch deck to a panel of judges outlining market viability and growth strategy
Co-Founder
Lymelight
2025-09 - Present
- Raised over $1500 for patient and research support for Lyme disease - Generated 10,000+ social media interactions across Instagram and Tik Tok - Developed strategic partnerships and received letters of recommendation from the Premier of Ontario and Mayor of Richmond Hill
Provincial Finalist
FBLC
2026-01 - 2026-03
- Ranked Top 20 provincially in Marketing out of 300+ competitors - Delivered clear, confident responses to judge inquiries, effectively articulating business strategy on the spot
Competitor
DECA
2025-09 - 2026-02
- Received Regional Top 10 Case Study and Top 20 Provincial Case Study in the RFSM category - Effectively conveyed complex business strategies to industry judges and stakeholders in high-pressure competition settings
Camp Counselor
Summit Community Church
2025-05 - 2025-08
- Facilitated daily camp activities, ensuring safety and engagement of 70+ campers - Mentored over 20 leaders-in-training, teaching them how to handle children and different safety situations - Planned and delivered engaging curriculum for children aged 3-12, building teamwork and creative confidence
Pianist
Royal Conservatory of Music
2024-07 - 2026-01
- Earned RCM Level 10 Performance and ARCT Harmony Certificates, demonstrating advanced musicianship - 10+ years of classical piano training, building discipline and long-term commitment - Achieved 1st Place in two categories and 2nd Place in one at the Pickering Music Festival
Ski Instructor
Uplands Ski and Golf
2023-12 - 2026-01
- Instructed 200+ youth students throughout career, delivering structured ski lessons tailored to varying skill levels and age groups - Designed and led progressive lesson plans for beginner to intermediate skiers, ensuring safety, confidence, and skill development on the slopes - Communicated complex techniques clearly and patiently to young learners, adapting teaching style to meet individual needs
Basketball Team Captain & Skills Coach
TBA
2023-09 - 2026-02
- Won 1st Place in Pool Division and Provincial Tournament out of 50 teams (Division 5) - Led team strategies to enhance on-court performance and communication - Organized volunteers and campers during camps to teach them how to play basketball
Public Speaker
Royal Conservatory of Music
2023-08 - 2024-02
- Achieved National Championship out of 500 competitors in RCM Speech Arts, demonstrating mastery of vocal delivery, pacing, and stage presence - Used body language and fast-paced speaking to speak well and efficiently - Demonstrated versatility across three disciplines: poetry, prose, and dramatic reading
Education
High School Diploma in OSSD High School Diploma
Bayview Secondary School
Diploma in International Baccalaureate Diploma
Bayview Secondary School