Hi 👋, I'm Arvin
A university student that is passionate about technology and writing
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Who am I?
I am Arvin Hay in my second year of Bachelor of Science majoring in Computational Science and Mathematics at Monash University in Australia. I am planning to build awesome, delightful & secure software.
I am a Fastrack Founder 2024, Monash Science Student Ambassador, Monash Minds Leadership Coach, recipient of Achieving Potential for Distinction Scholarship and tutor for Monash IT Programming Bootcamp. I am also involved in multiple student clubs, including WIRED @ Monash
I am passionate about science, technology and writing. I have experience in entrepreneurship, real estate, and managing a small business. I am currently working on a startup, Troche, and our mission is to create a solution for medication adherence.
As an avid learner, I have completed 4.75 semester worth of units (19 units) in the first year and a half of my degree and maintained a WAM of 77.
Projects
A Melbourne based startup that aims to create a solution for medication adherence.
A student research initiative website for WonderLab @ Monash University.
An online gaming tournament platform for competitive gamers.
An online restaurant for Southeast Asian cuisine.
A healthy eating app to empower users to achieve their health goals.
Skills
Experience
Troche
Fastrack Founder 2024
• Spearheaded the development and implementation of prototyping techniques, facilitating real-life user testing.
• Coached by a wide network of industry partners, including notable organizations like Next - Reece Group, Shadowboxer, Hypershift Systems, LUNA Start-up Studio, Amazon Web Services, LaunchVic, Xailient, ThinkHQ, Airwallex, etc.
• Gained substantial experience in business operations and strategies, enhancing my understanding of commercial practices and market dynamics.
Monash Science Student Ambassador
Dean Faculty of Science
• Promote Monash University and the Faculty of Science programs and activities to both prospective and current students.
• Engage with students on Open Day, information seminars, and school visits
• Representing the Faculty at a variety of events, through social media and marketing activities
Gold 4Life Real Estate
Real Estate Agent
• Mentored by seasoned professional with 28 years of experience in the real estate market, who supported me throughout my learning journey
• Excel proficiency for Investment Property Analysis (IPA) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
• Supervise the necessary listing and sales documentation for property or businesses, or leases or agreements to lease associated with commercial property
• Utilized digital platforms and traditional advertising methods to maximize property exposure.
• Collaborated with professionals agents, directors, property developers and built trust with clients.
Co-Founder
GachaFood
• 5/5⋆ reviews from a base of over 150 satisfied customers through exceptional food quality and customer service.
• Managed and maintained the company’s website and Facebook page. Developed a bot for efficient handling of enquiries, streamlining the communication process and improving response times.
• Distribute handmade curry puffs across Southeast, CBD, and West Melbourne suburbs, with strong commitment to spreading Southeast Asian culinary.
Claxon Tournament Pte. Ltd
Managing Director
• Given the opportunity to direct four seasonal tournaments, with each achieving a great amount of success, growing a following of 5,000 members
• Negotiated terms of partnership with various game creators to organise well-publicized tournaments with large prizepools.
• Assess and hire staff employees such as digital artists, streamers, and moderators, and form a community engagement team.
• Recruited, led and trained a team of 100 volunteers to enhance event experience.
Education
- Feb 2023 - Present
Monash University, Australia
Bachelor of Science
Major in Computational Science and Mathematics
 - Fastrack Founder 2024
 - Monash Science Student Ambassador
 - Monash Minds Leadership Coach
 - Faculty of IT Programming Bootcamp Tutor
 - WIRED @ IT Auxiliary
 - Achieving Potential for Distinction Scholarship
Expected graduation in Feb 2025