Aaditya Chand

Aaditya Chand

Economics & Finance Graduate

San Jose, CA
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Aaditya Chand is a finance professional with a rich educational background and extensive international exposure. Born in Aurangabad, India, he moved to Hong Kong at age seven and later to the United States at age nineteen. Significant internships in mergers and acquisitions have marked his career.


From an early age, Aaditya was exposed to various cultures, fostering a passion for football, where he excelled as a goalkeeper. His educational journey took him to the United Kingdom, where he attended The University of Manchester. He studied Economics and Finance there, graduating with Upper Second-Class Honors in 2022. His academic pursuits continued at University College London, where he earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance, focusing on Asset Pricing, Behavioral Finance, and Fintech.

In 2024, Aaditya interned as a Summer Analyst at Kennedy M&A, working remotely on financial modeling and advisory tasks. He was key in drafting financial documents and managing a monthly M&A newsletter. Before this, in 2022, he interned at Stephens in London, creating pitch books and conducting economic analyses for insurance and wealth management firms.

Aaditya maintained his interest in football, playing vice-captain for the Manchester Medics Football Club. He is also an active stock market investor, focusing on the financial services and information technology sectors. His technical skills include proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and economic platforms like S&P Capital IQ and FactSet. Fluent in English and Hindi, he is pursuing the CFA Level 1, further demonstrating his commitment to professional development.

Aaditya currently resides in Palo Alto, California, where he enjoys a rich personal life. He is keenly interested in exploring different cuisines, predominantly Asian, and travels frequently to countries like Japan and Vietnam to immerse himself in their cultures. A committed fan of Manchester City FC, he has attended numerous games, showing his support for the team.

Additionally, Aaditya dedicates time to volunteer work at the San Mateo Samaritan House, where he assists with client services. This commitment to community service reflects his belief in giving back and helping others. His well-rounded approach to life, balancing professional success, personal interests, and community involvement, exemplifies the comprehensive nature of Aaditya Chand’s character.

Experience

Summer Analyst
Kennedy M&A (remote)
Created financial models, drafted sell-side information memorandum, and contributed to a monthly M&A newsletter.

Intern
Stephens / London

Developed pitch books for insurance and wealth management firms, and assisted the Debt & Restructuring team.

Education

2019 - 2022
The University of Manchester
Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Finance
Studied financial statement analysis, econometrics, and mergers and acquisitions.

University College London (UCL)
Postgraduate Diploma in Finance

Courses included Asset Pricing, Behavioral Finance, Hedge Fund Strategies, Fintech, and Wealth Management.