Hi, I'm Sulayman Bowles
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Leveraging the discipline of orchestral performance and analytical rigor to drive innovation in finance and technology. A motivated student at The University of Texas at Austin pursuing a B.A. in Music with deep experience in financial modeling, blockchain technology, and project management.
"I believe the focus required in music translates directly to the precision needed in analysis and development, while ensemble collaboration mirrors effective teamwork in any venture."
Education
Education details for The University of Texas at Austin.
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Expected Graduation: May 2028 | Austin, TX
Overall GPA: 3.82
Experience
Commercial Real Estate Intern
Investors Alliance, Inc.
Summer 2025 | Austin, TX
- Building pro forma models and cash-flow forecasts for property evaluations.
- Rebuilding internal investment database and redesigning storage schema, for data integrity and reporting efficiency.
Co-Founder
VC-Backed Startup (Blockchain Focus)
Jan 2025 - Present | Remote
- Architected a blockchain project on the Bittensor protocol, focusing on decentralized data validation mechanisms. (Contact for more details).
- Coordinated governance design and technical requirements under DormDAO sponsorship $10K Grant.
Investment Team Analyst
Texas Blockchain
Sep 2024 - Present | Austin, TX
- Perform due diligence on 10+ cryptoasset projects (primarily DeFi & L1 infrastructure), delivering risk assessments and valuation summaries.
- Deliver stock pitches allocating $5 K-$8 K per idea into a $120 K AUM portfolio.
- Develop and refine financial models and valuation analyses for blockchain projects.
Cohort Member
UTEXAS Energy Trading
Mar 2025 - Present | Austin, TX
- Conduct market analysis of energy commodities—including electricity, natural gas, and renewables—to identify trading opportunities.
- Collaborate to refine models, optimize portfolio performance, and integrate research feedback.
Marketing Intern
Trading App (Stealth; Y Combinator S22)
Jan 2025 - Feb 2025 | Remote
- Managed Twitter and Telegram channels, crafting community content and AMAs.
- Conducted market research on memecoin trading trends to guide messaging priorities.
Consultant
TaskFormer
Jan 2025 - Present | Remote
- Collaborate with founders, mentors, and VC scouts to foster accountability and rapid feedback.
- Advise on strategic initiatives to empower student entrepreneurs into the startup ecosystem.
Projects
IMC Trading Challenge
Participant
Spring 2025 | Virtual
- Devised algorithmic and discretionary strategies across multi-round market simulations. Top 15% Final Round
Messari Stablecoin Research
Analyst
Spring 2025 | Austin, TX
- Researched stablecoin mechanisms and market trends across multiple assets.
- Automated data-monitoring workflows to improve reporting efficiency.
Point72 Case Study
Team Member
Fall 2024 | UT Austin
- Analyzed competitive positioning and industry trends for a fast-casual short-selling thesis.
- Modeled market-size and valuation scenarios to support investment recommendations.
Skills & Certifications
My technical and analytical skills bridge music’s precision with finance’s rigor, honed through hands-on projects and certifications.
Financial & Analytical
Technical
Software & Other
Languages
Certifications (2024)
- Google Data Analytics
- Google Project Management
- IBM Program Manager
- Bloomberg Market Concepts
- Bloomberg Finance Fund.
- Yale Financial Markets (Honors)
- IBM Python for Data Science
Leadership & Activities
Leadership is about fostering collaboration and driving impact, whether in student government or community initiatives.
University of Texas Student Government
University-Wide Representative
Mar 2025 - Present | Austin, TX
- Represent the interests of 52 K UT Austin students in Assembly deliberations, elected by a 4 K-student turnout.
- Serve on the Government Relations Committee, liaising between student leaders and administration.
- Draft and negotiate policy resolutions governing $5 M+ in student-fee allocations; successfully advocated for increased study space funding.
- Spearhead an alumni engagement initiative to connect current students with UT Austin graduates (ongoing).
First Year Leadership Organization
Student Leader
Sep 2024 - Present | Austin, TX
- Spearheaded a semester-long service project for incoming students, culminating in successful park cleanup event.
Fine Arts Student Council
Board Member
Sep 2024 - Present | Austin, TX
- Orchestrate exhibitions and performances, managing sponsorships and logistics.
Additional Memberships
- Financial Literacy Club, Member
- University Finance Association, Investment Analyst
- Management Information Systems Association, Member
- Supply Chain Management Student Organization, Member
- American Nuclear Society, Member
Music & Community
University Symphony Orchestra
Double Bassist
Ongoing | Austin, TX
- Perform in concerts and community engagements.
- Collaborate with diverse musicians, honing skills in ensemble performance, discipline, and interpretation.
UT String Project
Volunteer Instructor
Ongoing | Austin, TX
- Coach young musicians in technique and repertoire.
- Develop communication and mentorship skills adapting to student needs.
Interests
Passionate about mentoring young musicians and improving financial literacy. Actively seeking connections between artistic discipline and analytical problem-solving.
Get In Touch
Interested in collaborating or have a question? Feel free to reach out via the links below or use the contact form.