- Launched and manage Colette's Creations, a thriving small business specializing in high-quality vegan desserts, including vegan cinnamon rolls and carrot cake sticky buns.- Oversee all operations, from product development and quality control to strategic marketing and customer engagement.- Built a customer base of hundreds across California and Tennessee, utilizing a strong online presence and social media to drive sales and brand awareness.- Catered for weddings and large events, while hosting successful pop-up events to further expand reach.- Secured first place and a $2,500 prize in Southern Adventist University's 'Shoot Your Shot' pitch competition for top student entrepreneurs.- Implemented a new ordering platform, FamilyMeal, to streamline customer orders and improve operational efficiency.

Colette completed an international marketing and communications internship at Isola Design's headquarters in Milan, Italy, where she worked closely with the communications team. She played a role in managing Isola's social media presence, developing content to engage new audiences, and contributing to community engagement projects. Her creativity, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative approach made a significant impact, particularly in executing strategies to grow the brand's digital presence. This experience deepened her expertise in international business and digital marketing while showcasing her ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment.

Colette completed a Social Media Marketing internship in Florence, Italy during the summer of 2023, where she made a profound impact on the university’s digital presence. She led social media management efforts, implementing innovative strategies that significantly increased engagement across platforms. In addition to her marketing responsibilities, Colette played a pivotal role in guiding new students through orientation and took the lead on several high-priority projects. Her ability to navigate Italian-American cultural dynamics and provide creative solutions demonstrated her adaptability and problem-solving skills, making her a critical asset to the university’s marketing initiatives.