UCLA Biochemistry B.S. graduate with a passion and desire to continue learning about the business world. I co-founded and operated a small clothing manufacturing (Constellation Clothing Co.) business while pursuing my undergraduate degree, and from that experience I have become motivated by the nuances and large-scale operations of companies in sectors such as tangible consumer products, software, retail, and manufacturing. At Constellation Clothing Co., we specialized in the production of promotional customized apparel. We had clients ranging from restaurants and philanthropic organizations, to fraternities and sororities. Some of my most important takeaways and insights were in: -Logistics and Supply chain: my partner and I were constantly on the hunt for the best quality garments, manufacturers (such as those who mainly or exclusively do cut and sew, screen printing, or embroidery)-Building, testing, and adjusting marketing and customer outreach systems: we constantly brainstormed and enhanced different ways to acquire customers and over time we implemented four main approaches: customized AI based email blast systems, google ads, paper mail, and of course, lead sourcing and cold calling -Sales and Customer Acquisition: being the ‘new guys’ in the industry, we had to find creative ways to add value to our customers’ ordering experience such as a more interpersonal customer experience or innovative graphic designThis provided me with a first hand intro to the basics of operations, and looking forward, I am excited to pursue opportunities that can provide me with an education and skills in the aforementioned areas as well as: -Financial modeling: Building comprehensive financial models to project future performance (DCF, LBO, etc.) -Evaluating Investment Opportunities: Analyzing business fundamentals, financial statements, and KPIs to determine if a company is a good investment at face value, then conducting a round of due diligence. -Industry and Market Analysis: Becoming capable of immersing myself in an new field/market in order to determine which components of the industry are important metrics for a potential investment-Portfolio Management and Growth: Observing how equity partners change the operations, create value, and manage the companies they are part of -Learning From Experienced Individuals and Management Teams: watching, listening, learning, and being of help where I can to teams that are experienced in having successful exits