Aspiring finance professional building skills and connections
Early-career finance enthusiast focused on learning core concepts, networking, and gaining practical experience.
About me
Early-career finance enthusiast focused on learning core concepts, networking, and gaining practical experience.
I am Elijah Val, a first year at the University of Florida. I achieved my Associates before graduating high school and I am starting a career in finance. I have little formal work experience and I am focused on learning, building relationships, and expanding my professional network as I prepare to enter the field.
Experience
Founder & Managing Director
Apex Ventures Holding Company · February 2024 – Present
Intern
Florida House of Representatives District 107, Legislative Intern · May 2025 – March 2026
Tax Preparer - Seasonal
Miami Tax Shop · Jan 2022 - Apr 2024
Education
University of Florida
Intended Double Major: Finance + Criminology · Class of 2029
Miami Dade College
Associates of Arts · Class of 2026
Skills