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Amsterdam, Nh, Nl

Laren, North Holland, Netherlands

Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands

Ephora Solutions is a startup working to recover waste jute bags from the specialty coffee industry, with the intention of repurposing them for higher quality fabric production.Customer Discovery Interviews: I drafted, organized, and conducted numerous interviews with sustainability experts and buyersfrom denim brands and mills. I developed a strong confidence in approaching stakeholders, focused on understanding their painpoints and needs for solutions.

Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands

Working with a diverse team that specializes in preparing and serving international dishes in the vibrant city of Wageningen.I've been executing catering services for various private events, ensuring that each occasion is a memorable and delightful experience for our clients and their guests. I've successfully participated in events for Wageningen's community and University, catering for up to 700 people. This experience has enhanced my ability to handle high-pressure situations and develop effective time management. I've been responsible for serving nutritious meals at various refugee centers around Wageningen, bridging cultural gaps through food, and fostering a sense of belonging.I've gained expertise in managing house delivery services, ensuring that customers receive their orders promptly and are satisfied with the service. My role here has encompassed a wide range of responsibilities, enabling me to develop a versatile skill set and a deep appreciation for global cuisine.

Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands

In this two-months project, we're investigating the modes of conversion of the rice cultivation's waste into textile fibers, developing an innovative and circular supply chain. Collaborating closely with teammates, I facilitate effective communication, and as the project's Controller manage the group's budgeting and keep track of the overall progress. This academic consultancy training is deepening my understanding of waste management, textiles, and practical implementation of sustainable solutions.

Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands

New Venture Creation- Business Management & Organisation As part of a two-month sustainable entrepreneurship course, I developed a startup idea focused on the production of fibres from farmed seaweed for the textile industry, and, as a team, we elaborated the possible applicable technologies and market potential.

Padua, Veneto, Italy

Preparation of histological slides for the University of Padua’s educational collection

Padua, Veneto, Italy

Internship at a Comparative Endocrinology laboratory, where I studied effects of KO of a novel gene on embryos and adults of model organism zebrafish

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Master'S Degree, Plant Sciences