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On board of the Georgetown Scholars Program as part of the Operations team to organize and execute programming for first generation college students at Georgetown University.

Officially trained in mentoring students on affording college. Used a remote device to send text messages to students who wanted direction in choosing a college, finding scholarships, and learning about FAFSA. Conducted research on 120+ new scholarships to be added to the database. Interviewed former Secretary of State John King in a local DC high school in front of students to raise awareness about the student loan crisis in America.

I worked to promote sales at the SoHo Hollister location, familiarizing myself with promotions and developing field level marketing tactics to raise the ratio between those who walk in and leave having bought something to those who walk in and leave without purchasing an item. I was tasked to be at the register, where I handled cash and credit card and bagged items in an appropriate speed to shorten lines. I made myself available to stay at work past my shift to assist with stock room duties.

I am personally responsible for moving clients along the loan process pipeline and providing transparency and information to small business owners seeking financing. Over the course of the year, I have been in charge of 9 clients, utilizing in some cases my native Spanish speaking skills to explain our loan rates, loan process, and guide them through the small business loan application.

Promoted to supervisor after two semesters of successfully raising money for the university. In the 2017-2018 year, I raised about $32,000, most going to fund scholarships and student activities on campus. As a supervisor I am in charge of 75 students, coaching and mentoring them on how to persuade alumni to participate in giving back to Georgetown. I am skilled in analyzing and cross analyzing large amounts of data, multitasking between checking call center nightly performance and individual caller coaching, and acting on quick data analysis.

Worked with the HR department on their Platform & Analytics. Facilitated a global HR software integration, working specifically with the Change Management team. Collaborated with employees cross countries to evaluate the best and easiest approach for the software implementation. Devised a new calendar system to keep track of important and shifting events, which was key to keeping our timeline organized. Ran various tests on the software, checking for bugs, glitches, and misspellings before its official launch date.

As one of 19 incoming freshmen interns, I conducted research on Deutsche Bank's products and analyzed their investment decisions. I produced a model which included over 80 of DB's product and presented a possible solution to some challenges. During my time, I was tasked to review financial statements for an energy company and familiarized myself with accounting terms to make critical judgements on the company's performance. In addition, I participated in a microfinance competition, where I worked in a team with other interns to develop a business plan for a hypothetical company that would bring social and nutritional value to the South Bronx.

One of five rising seniors in high school to work in the Human Resources department. I worked on the Talent Development team developing a Scholarship Program for people of color in the company to advance their careers by connecting with more senior leaders. In addition, I worked extensively to prepare for the graduate program, assisting with logistical and venue tasks.

100% black owned and student run long/short equity hedge fund that strives to promote the financial education of talented black students around the nation through active money management Work with fellow analysts from around the nation to manage a portfolio, perform equity research, and prepare for a career in the financial services industry Pitch a stock in front of investment professionals at the end of a rigorous, six-month introductory investing education program covering qualitative analysis, accounting, comparable company analysis, revenue projection models, and DCF valuation

Selected from a pool of thousands of candidates to work closely with the leaders of RippleMatch’s Marketing Team. - Leverage various growth strategies and tools including social media, email marketing, presentations and peer & faculty member networking to grow the user base and awareness on campus. - Strategically assess growth and performance metrics to improve, change and/or help design new growth strategies.

Used grassroot techniques to promote the company's rental services to the Georgetown University student demographic. Held and organized a photoshoot event in which I hand selected pieces from Rent the Runway's warehouse inventory, reserved and controlled a media room, and marketed the event by designing posters and a Facebook event to invite women on campus to try on pieces and take photos with friends. Throughout this past semester I have gotten around 30+ women to try out Rent the Runway.