Healthcare Analyst at Hillside Ventures, a $1M VC fund supporting diverse, early-stage startups in Healthcare, Sustainability, Insurtech, Edtech, Sportstech, SaaS, and Manufacturing.Media Coordinator for the STEM Fund

Alevia Pharma is transforming how pain is treated with a lead indication in oral mucosits—oral sores that arise from cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Our Pain-Relief Spray-Gel is a patented formulation, and has the potential to revolutionize pain management, steering away from opioid usage.As Chief Operating Officer, I manage daily operations and ensure the effective execution of business strategies while optimizing processes. I create and implement strategic plans for business development, marketing, grants, and brand recognition. My role focuses on boosting productivity and advancing company goals by leveraging the strengths of each team member.

IPG Health is a leading global network specializing in healthcare communications, delivering integrated marketing solutions across a range of therapeutic areas. Area 23, a part of IPG Health, is renowned for its innovative approach to healthcare marketing, creating impactful campaigns that drive brand growth and engagement.My team, VIVID, won the Intern Bold Beginners Pitch 2024 for an AI-focused campaign, in which I showcased my ability to craft and execute innovative strategies. This campaign targeted a company with an estimated $2.5 billion in revenue, emphasizing my role in developing high-impact marketing solutions.

RTW Investments is a leading healthcare-focused investment firm that partners with innovative companies in the life sciences and medical technology sectors. The firm is dedicated to advancing groundbreaking therapies and technologies through strategic investments and expert guidance.I specialized in evaluating phase advancements, molecules, modalities, and modes of administration, and reorganized a Large Pharma Tracker to enhance data accuracy. Additionally, I developed insights into emerging trends in therapeutic modalities and biological pathways, contributing to the identification and support of innovative advancements in healthcare.

The Vergnano Institute for Inclusion (VII) focuses on empowering underrepresented students in engineering and other STEM fields by providing accessible community and leadership opportunities. VII offered various programs to support students' growth.I was responsible for creating newsletters and annual reports, tailoring them to the UConn community, alumni, and external donors. This role further honed my communication skills for niche audiences, creative design, and proficiency with tools like MailChimp and Canva.

PBMRI is a nonprofit organization that conducts research using an FDA-registered medical device to explore PhotoBioModulation as a drug-free, pain-free approach for treating neurological conditions and other ailments.I established and managed PBMRI’s social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, where I produced informative content on photobiomodulation and neurological conditions. Additionally, I designed a beta version of the organization's website, highlighting our mission, providing resources to enhance SEO, and more. I utilized design tools such as Canva, Wix, and Photoshop to accomplish these tasks.

During my Winter Internship at The Bee Conservancy (TBC) from December 2021 to February 2022, I worked on a Competitive Program Analysis Project and a Carbon Offset Project. I also participated in business calls with TBC's partners and internal discussions.This internship provided me with a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in running a nonprofit organization, while also helping me grow as both a leader and a collaborative team member.

Project Positivity was dedicated to offering wellness resources for teenagers, with a special focus on mental health, self-love, self-esteem, and mindfulness. The organization particularly emphasized these areas through social media and blogs during the COVID-19 pandemic.I led the Website (Blogging) and Social Media Teams, where I played a key role in creating and refining marketing materials using Canva, Phonto, and Photoshop.

Simply Soph Apparel was a personal venture where I launched a brand specializing in clothing, second-hand fashion, and handcrafted jewelry. This brand served as an outlet for my creativity while allowing me to gain hands-on experience with e-commerce.I designed and created personalized items such as Butterfly Shirts and Name Necklaces, and sold vintage and reworked clothing through platforms like Depop and Poshmark, shipping via USPS. I also leveraged my photography and editing skills, using Photoshop to prepare and enhance images for online listings.

STEM Enrichment Youth (STEMEY) is a student-led nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring middle and high school students to pursue STEM fields and enhancing public STEM education through live classes and educational events.As an executive member, my primary goal was to cultivate a community where both volunteers and students could thrive and learn. I played a key role in marketing our events and initiatives, gaining valuable experience in leadership and nonprofit management.

Techvik is an international nonprofit student-led initiative which provides a platform to the intellectual minds who have enthusiasm in technology and wants to share their ideas and knowledge.I wrote as a blogger here allowing my interests in technology, the life sciences and writing to mix. I contributed to an article on World Cancer Day alongside other blogger which had high engagement from thousands of online readers.

USDAN is an all-inclusive Summer Camp for the Arts, where I worked and attended for two summers. As part of The Leadership Institute, I contributed to projects aimed at improving the camp, specifically focusing on Sustainability and the Environment. Our group developed ways to educate younger children about the environment while fostering their creativity, including organizing "Green Day," where students created art related to nature and sustainability.