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Meet the people behind Grade Grinders.
Real experience, clear explanations and instructors who know what it takes to tackle challenging Concordia courses.
Mike P.
Accounting · Commerce · Math
10 years of tutoring experience, with professional accounting experience including EY.
Get to know Mike
With ten years of experience tutoring math and accounting, Mike has helped students tackle difficult material and prepare for their exams. His work at accounting firms, including EY (Ernst & Young), adds real-world perspective to his lessons.
He specializes in higher-level math and accounting, breaking down complex concepts and adapting his explanations to different learning styles. His approach is friendly and focused on building understanding and confidence.
Luca P.
Commerce · Finance
Concordia Finance graduate, MBA and CFA Charterholder.
Get to know Luca
Luca holds both a bachelor's degree in Finance and an MBA from Concordia University, and he's a CFA Charterholder. He has worked across corporate and investment finance roles.
He brings that academic and professional experience to teaching, helping students make sense of financial concepts and approach complex material with greater clarity.
Claudia A.
Mathematics · Physics · Engineering
Master's in Structural Engineering and over 10 years of tutoring experience.
Get to know Claudia
Claudia holds a Master's Degree in Structural Engineering and has over ten years of experience tutoring math, physics and structural engineering at different levels.
She helps students work through challenging concepts and prepare for exams through personalized sessions, group mock exams and intensive crash courses.
Joe M.
Marketing · Commerce
JMSB Bachelor of Commerce graduate with distinction and a decade in marketing.
Get to know Joe
Joe graduated with distinction from Concordia's John Molson School of Business. Over the past decade, he's worked in marketing, particularly digital marketing, through consulting and in-house roles.
He also enjoys teaching and mentoring. Since completing his degree, he's helped students navigate business courses through targeted support, including tutoring, crash courses and mock exams.