Jiayi Chen

• Current coursework: Humanities, Integrated Math 2 with Trigonometry, Strings Ensemble, International Sports & Racquet Sports, AT Chinese Media & Society, Accelerated Biology.
• AP Tests Taken: AP Chinese.
• 10th Grade coursework: AP Economics, AP U.S. History, AT Chinese History, English 10, Accelerated Physics, Self Defense & Life Skills, Integrated Math 3 with Precalculus.
• Upcoming AP Tests: AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP U.S. History, AP Physics 1.

• Engineered full-stack AI products by integrating LLMs into frontend interfaces and backend systems via prompt-to-website auto-hosting digital builders.
• Defined product vision and positioned Econforge as a social-impact innovation, pitching the venture to Diamond Challenge.
• Drove user acquisition to 200+ users through targeted school-based marketing as a research and economics support tool.

• Achieved 1st place by delivering a compelling pitch to panels of student judges across multiple international schools.
• Communicated Econforge's real-world application in improving student access to high-quality economic research tools.
• Positioned Econforge as a scalable, impact-driven solution at the intersection of education, technology, and accessibility.

• Oversaw financial operations, pricing strategy, and marketing execution for EcoBean.
• Contributed to production coordination and led real-time sales operations during school events.
• Held leadership responsibilities across a 30+ member team, coordinating marketing, operations, and sales.

Multi-genre writer exploring philosophical and economic themes through narrative-driven fiction.

• Authored original literary and philosophical works exploring war, immortality, knowledge, death, and economics.
• Developed multiple iterative drafts per piece, refining narrative structure, diction, and symbolism.
• Experimented across 6 distinct literary genres, demonstrating versatility in narrative forms.
• Applied narrative techniques to convey abstract philosophical ideas through concrete storytelling.
• Incorporated emotional depth, paradox, and philosophical tension to provoke reflective thinking.

• Synthesized 100+ scholarly sources across economics, history, and political science to argue that the New Deal was a holistic fundamental reform.
• Led interviews with university professors and professional economists (Margaret Rung, Steve Fraser, David Woolner), plus correspondence with 20+ economists.
• Awarded 1st Place (International Affiliate); featured by the White House Historical Association with publication hosted permanently on its platform.
• Produced a rigorous analytical paper examining the intersections of economic systems, political structures, and historical development.

• Conducted senior-level research on the Federal Reserve Act of 1913–1914, examining socioeconomic foundations and long-term economic implications.
• Analyzed the transition from privately driven financial responsibility to a publicly governed monetary framework.
• Developed nuanced, evidence-based arguments using high-quality academic and historical sources.
• Investigated the broader social and economic consequences of central banking reform.

• Collaborated on equity research and optimized portfolio strategies aligned with client risk profiles and long-term value creation.
• Executed 10+ value-investing transactions supported by fundamental analysis, quantitative simulation, and intrinsic valuation models.
• Performed in-depth company research to identify mispriced assets and inform investment decisions.
• Applied value investing principles to evaluate business fundamentals, competitive positioning, and long-term growth.

• Designed AI-driven solutions integrating machine learning and data modeling to extract insights from complex datasets.
• Leveraged advanced AI tools and data pipelines to enhance analytical efficiency and model performance.
• Demonstrated end-to-end problem solving from preprocessing and feature engineering to model training, evaluation, and insight generation.

• Identified subjectivity in traditional intrinsic value estimation and built a data-driven solution to improve valuation consistency.
• Built a full-stack platform integrating real-time financial market data with computational models for automated intrinsic value estimation.
• Designed an intrinsic valuation algorithm combining financial metrics and quantitative logic to support objective investment decisions.
• Leveraged AI tools, SaaS platforms, and online development resources to ship a functional product end-to-end.
• Achieved 14,000+ searches and 100+ active users, demonstrating early traction and real-world adoption.

• Worked on multiple startup projects, taking ideas from concept to early execution through rapid experimentation.
• Built websites and applications using vibe-coding workflows, focusing on speed, usability, and product intuition.
• Explored entrepreneurial development through hands-on startup building, combining product thinking, design, and strategy.

• Held leadership responsibilities in a real-world organizational setting, coordinating a team of 30+ members.
• Contributed to product development, decision-making, and organizational growth.
• Participated in financial planning and liquidation processes, supporting budgeting and resource allocation.
• Developed practical leadership through team coordination and real-time execution under business constraints.

• Developed and vibe-coded web pages for the school newspaper, focusing on rapid design and user-friendly delivery.
• Authored literature and editorial articles, strengthening analytical writing, narrative clarity, and stylistic expression.

• Built and launched Grouwp (social productivity tool), Bullxeye (investment competition platform), and Moratlas (philosophy/knowledge library).
• Gained hands-on experience in full-cycle product development, from ideation and design to deployment and iteration.
• Applied entrepreneurial thinking to translate user needs into functional, scalable digital products.
• Developed practical skills in web application development, product strategy, and early-stage startup execution.

• Created and published 30+ educational posts covering finance, value investing principles, and stock market analysis.
• Achieved 50K+ total views and 250+ followers through consistent content production and engagement.
• Shared personal investing experiences alongside independent research to make financial concepts more accessible.
• Translated complex financial ideas into clear, engaging, and educational formats.

• Conducted independent scientific and philosophical research on time travel, engaging with advanced theoretical frameworks.
• Explored deep conceptual models involving physics, causality, and metaphysical interpretations of time.
• Continues expanding research through ongoing study and refinement of theoretical ideas.

• Executed $2M+ in cumulative trading volume using a disciplined value-investing strategy.
• Achieved +130% year-to-date return through selective concentration in fundamentally strong but mispriced companies.
• Conducted deep fundamental analysis of financial statements, business models, and long-term intrinsic value.
• Applied rigorous research to build conviction in portfolio positions and maintain a long-term approach.

• Mastered CFOP method, 2-look OLL, and PLL algorithms to improve solve efficiency.
• Engaged in consistent, disciplined practice to refine performance and build algorithmic recall under time pressure.
• Improved solving times progressively through repetition, pattern recognition, and structured skill development.
• Developed advanced finger tricks and cube manipulation techniques to enhance speed and fluidity.

• Delivered structured consultancy solutions for organizations including Jared and OutdriveGP.
• Conducted company visits to industry-leading firms such as Salesforce and Social Jet.
• Developed and delivered consultancy-style presentations addressing live business problems with data-driven recommendations.
• Gained practical experience in business analysis, problem-solving, and client-facing communication.

• Selected to the varsity team as the only freshman, competing against upperclassmen across the entire high school.
• Committed to intensive 5x/week training, developing technical ability, tactical understanding, and conditioning.
• Earned selection as IASAS alternate, contributing as a substitute in official matches at international level.
• Strengthened team culture by fostering communication, commitment, and positive team spirit.

• Developed discipline and consistency through years of dedicated cello practice.
• Engaged in structured music training, refining technical proficiency, musical interpretation, and performance ability.

• Inducted into the national honor society for excellence in social studies.

• Mandarin Chinese (Native)
• English (Fluent, SAT 800)

• Vibe Coding
• Web Application Development
• SaaS Startups
• Digital Entrepreneurship

• Speedcubing
• Value Investing
• Building Websites/Apps
• Mixed Martial Arts
• Philosophy Studies