I'm Karenna, a Master of Arts in Sociology and a former U SPORTS varsity athlete with experience supporting operations, communications, and stakeholder-focused initiatives across financial, sport, and post-secondary environments. I excel at turning complex requirements into clear, actionable plans and delivering engaging outcomes that connect people and ideas. Through roles in capital markets and marketplace operations, alongside ongoing academic research and leadership experiences, I have developed strong skills in project coordination, content development, client service, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. I am an effective communicator with strong analytical abilities, committed to delivering accurate, efficient, and engaging results while contributing to organizations that foster connection, innovation, and growth.

Karen Na Otty Will

I'm Karenna, a Master of Arts in Sociology and a former U SPORTS varsity athlete with experience supporting operations, communications, and stakeholder-focused initiatives across financial, sport, and post-secondary environments. I excel at turning complex requirements into clear, actionable plans and delivering engaging outcomes that connect people and ideas. Through roles in capital markets and marketplace operations, alongside ongoing academic research and leadership experiences, I have developed strong skills in project coordination, content development, client service, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. I am an effective communicator with strong analytical abilities, committed to delivering accurate, efficient, and engaging results while contributing to organizations that foster connection, innovation, and growth.

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I’m Karenna, a Master of Arts in Sociology and a former U SPORTS varsity athlete with experience supporting operations, communications, and stakeholder-focused initiatives across financial, sport, and post-secondary environments. I excel at turning complex requirements into clear, actionable plans and delivering engaging outcomes that connect people and ideas.

Through roles in capital markets and marketplace operations, alongside ongoing academic research and leadership experiences, I have developed strong skills in project coordination, content development, client service, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. I am an effective communicator with strong analytical abilities, committed to delivering accurate, efficient, and engaging results while contributing to organizations that foster connection, innovation, and growth.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Market Operations Associate at Tradeloq
April 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Supported trading operations through daily marketplace management and operational tasks. Delivered client services and coordinated with Canadian broker-dealers, regulators, vendors, technology providers, and CDS. Audited and updated internal client and securities records, contributing to cross-team special projects. Collaborated on policy and procedure enhancements and assisted with client and regulatory inquiries.
Teaching Assistant at University of Guelph
September 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025
Hosted office hours and answered students' academic questions; graded papers, discussion posts, and midterms for first- and second-year Sociology students.
Lead, Team Culture, Human Resources Development at GoodLabs
July 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Led corporate culture and equity initiatives – developed firm's inaugural diversity, equity and inclusion programming; managed employee onboarding tasks, HR programs and events; maintained external vendor relationships and partnerships; managed projects with various data software; maintained the corporate calendar and filtered client meeting/event requests; developed meeting notes and managed invoices/expenses using Excel and Wave.
Representative for Sociology and Empowerment Day at Brock University (Contract)
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Represented Sociology and Empowerment Day; supported event planning and outreach activities.
Engagement Community Peer Mentor at Brock University
August 1, 2019 - October 1, 2021
Marketed and promoted engagement events; maintained open communication with students and partners; expanded understanding of on-campus resources and services; promoted social connections and personal/social support.
Varsity Rugby Coach & Player (Volunteer) at Guelph Goats Rugby Club
May 1, 2025 - Present
Professional athlete involvement with leadership and coaching responsibilities within a university rugby program.
Social Media Manager / Board Member at Guelph Goats Rugby Club
May 1, 2025 - Present
Managed social media and board communications; promoted events and programming; supported club marketing and governance.
Varsity Girls Head Coach at St. James Catholic School
March 1, 2024 - Present
Coached varsity girls teams; organized practices and game schedules; facilitated athlete development.
U18 Head Coach at Guelph Goats Rugby Club
April 1, 2025 - Present
Head coach for the U18 rugby team; led practice planning and game strategy.
Social Media Manager at Found Coffee, Guelph
October 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Managed social media presence, content creation and follower engagement for a local café.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee Member at University of Guelph
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Participated in EDI initiatives, research, and programming to support inclusive campus culture.
Captain / Leadership Team Member at Brock University Women’s Rugby
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Captain and leadership team member, contributing to team operations and mentorship.
Student Athlete Leadership Council Member at Brock University
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2023
Member of student-athlete leadership council; contributed to student-athlete initiatives.
Women in Sport Committee Member at Brock University
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2023
Member of Women in Sport committee; participated in activities and advocacy.
Subaru Triathlon Series Volunteer at Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Volunteer for triathlon series; supported event coordination.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Volunteer at Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
September 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Volunteer role supporting fundraising and outreach for juvenile diabetes research.
Market Operations Associate at Tradelogiq
April 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Supported trading operations through daily marketplace management and operational tasks. Delivered client services and coordinated with Canadian broker-dealers, regulators, vendors, technology providers, and CDS. Audited and updated internal client and securities records, contributing to cross-team projects. Collaborated on policy and procedure enhancements and assisted with client and regulatory inquiries.

Education

Master of Arts, Sociology at University of Guelph
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Labour Studies and Sociology at Brock University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Master of Arts, Sociology at University of Guelph
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Labour Studies and Sociology at Brock University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Michel Gau er Golden Boot Award
January 1, 2023 - June 18, 2026
All-Canadian Academic Achievement Award
January 1, 2021 - June 18, 2026
All-Canadian Academic Achievement Award
January 1, 2023 - June 18, 2026
All-Canadian Academic Achievement Award
January 1, 2024 - June 18, 2026
All-Canadian Academic Achievement Award
January 1, 2025 - June 18, 2026
Board of Graduate Studies Research Scholarship
January 1, 2024 - June 18, 2026
Ontario University Athletics Gold Medalist – University of Guelph
January 1, 2021 - June 18, 2026
Athletic Scholarship
January 1, 2018 - June 18, 2026
Academic Scholarship
January 1, 2018 - June 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other