
Driven by Curiosity. United by Purpose.
Meet the Minds
Behind the Insights
At Borealis, our strength lies in the diversity and dedication of our people. We are an international team of highly motivated student consultants from Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics, each bringing relevant work experience and a unique academic background. What unites us is a shared drive to create meaningful impact through collaboration, curiosity, and professionalism.
Our varied perspectives are our greatest asset—allowing us to approach challenges creatively and deliver solutions that are both strategic and grounded. We offer our services in both Swedish and English.

Ramin holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and International
Management from the University of Cooperative Education in Germany and is
currently pursuing a Master’s in Finance at Umeå University. He has gained
hands-on experience in financial analysis, communications consulting, and
corporate transformation through roles in the automotive and consulting industries. His work has included liquidity improvement projects and
supporting complex investment transactions. With a strong interest in
international collaboration, Ramin is committed to building a curious and
supportive community at Borealis.
Ramin Alizad

With a strong academic foundation in Business and Economics at Umeå
University, Alva Bandling has gained practical experience at Jost World and
through her leadership in the Finance Committee of HHUS, where she
currently serves as Chair. In this role, she led a restructuring initiative that
introduced clear financial guidelines and improved overall budget adherence.
By streamlining internal processes, her committee successfully reduced costs
by 76%. Alva also identified and eliminated recurring unapproved expenses,
developing long-term solutions for improved cost control across departments.
Alva Bandling

Guuleed is enrolled in a Business and Economics program at Umeå University and has gained professional experience at HHUS and Sector Alarm with a focus on pricing analysis, sales strategies, and mentoring. At Sector Alarm, he increased monthly sales through the development of tailored pitch books and creative sales approaches. As a chairman of NSS, he drove membership growth by analyzing member needs and launching new initiatives that boosted engagement. His experience highlights his ability to perform under pressure and deliver analytical, actionable strategies.
Guuleed Hersi

Ceren holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Bilkent
University, one of Turkey’s top business schools, and is currently pursuing a
Master’s in Finance at Umeå University. She has interned at CNH Industrial
and Finansal Eksen, gaining experience in financial modeling, market analysis,
and strategic planning. At Finansal Eksen, she supported consulting projects
on foreign trade and market entry, delivering data-driven strategies and client-
ready reports. As a student consultant for Papara, a leading Turkish fintech
company, she developed retention strategies based on user data and presented a full implementation plan aligned with the company’s growth
objectives.
Ceren Ademoğlu

Wout brings a background in Facility Management, holding a Bachelor's
degree from Breda University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. He is
currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Development and
Internationalisation at Umeå University. He has interned at EDGE Workspaces
and F. Hoffmann-La Roche, where he gained experience in facilities
management, project management, strategic assessment methods, and
stakeholder engagement. At F. Hoffmann-La Roche, he developed several
matrices that enabled his department to make more logical, data-driven
decisions. In another project, he led a multidisciplinary team in designing a
new knowledge-sharing process, enhancing continuous development within
the organization.
Wout Coelen

Akseli is pursuing a degree in Business and Economics at Umeå University
and has developed hands-on experience both as a subcontractor in Sydney
and as Sponsorship General for Insparken. In his role at Insparken, he
planned and coordinated an event schedule for over 700 participants while
managing and expanding business partnerships. His work as a self-employed
subcontractor in the construction industry further strengthened his
communication and relationship-building skills. Running his own business also
demonstrated his proficiency in budgeting, invoicing, and business operations.
Akseli Niska

Maram is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics
at Umeå University. She has built extensive experience through independent
work in marketing and as an artist. As a freelancer, she has supported various
individuals and organizations with branding, marketing materials, and content
planning. Her work as an artist has demonstrated her ability to manage the
entire business process—from marketing and packaging to customer
relations—with creativity and efficiency.
Maram Abdalhafiz

Rechel holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management (Honours) from
NSBM Green University in Sri Lanka and is currently pursuing a Master’s in
Business Development and Internationalisation at Umeå University. She also
holds a professional certification in Labor Law and Industrial Relations from
the Employers Federation of Ceylon. Rechel has gained professional
experience at Jacobi Carbons Lanka (PVT) Ltd, through her involvement with
AIESEC, and by serving as Secretary of the Human Resources Circle and
Treasurer at university. As a team leader at AIESEC’s international relations
arm, she established partnerships with over 20 AIESEC entities worldwide,
strengthening cross-border collaboration. During her traineeship at Jacobi
Carbons, she led a research project that delivered actionable insights and
contributed to the automation of the company’s HR Information Systems—a
complex initiative that streamlined internal processes.
Rechel Zavier