Spearheaded in-depth market research with a team of 10 analysts to identify industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities for various local businesses.Personally conducted interviews with the LA Times and OCRegister to provide business insights for the Berkshire Eagle, a Pulitzer-Prize winning newspaper, spurring the adoption of new advertising strategies and website improvements. Created professional reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to clients.

Led a team of 4 analysts to develop business strategies for Cutstruct, a Nigerian startup with over $600,000 in assets. Focused on generating new revenue through sustainable practices, market entry strategies, and supply chain optimization. Provided actionable insights on integrating solar energy and eco-friendly materials, ultimately positioning Cutstruct as a pioneering leader in climate change within Nigeria's construction materials market.

Engaged in avid weekly seminar-style debates about current events and international relations with a select group of 20 peers.Consulted with foreign policy experts, such as Colombian Senator Claudia Blum, about how to approach geopolitical conflict.

Published independent policy research on foreign policy issues, from the hurdles of climate change diplomacy to assessing the influence of Ibrahim Traore’s presidency in Burkina Faso. Worked with fellow writers to develop high-quality articles and policy briefs, which were widely circulated and read across campus.

Crafted and published extensive analysis on legal issues, such as the psychological impact of groupthink on jury deliberation and the efficacy of international law in preventing genocide. Collaborated with other journalists to workshop and improve articles, fact-checking and editing content to ensure accuracy and clarity in publication.

Selected as 1 of 2 student researchers from a pool of 250+ candidates to co-author a report with Istanbul-based UNDP staff.Conducted a comparative analysis of UN economic and diplomatic policy in areas of contested sovereignty within Moldova, Georgia, and Cyprus, focusing on the impact of these policies on local infrastructural development and conflict resolution.Formulated strategic policy recommendations aimed at enhancing economic growth and fostering peacebuilding initiatives, which over 20+ UN diplomats used in senior discussions to shape future policy frameworks in the ECA region.