Experience
Professional Experience
Summer 2021
ACTUARIAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (ALDP) INTERN
Stay Tuned!
Travelers
Hartford, CT (Remote)
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Summer 2020
ACTUARIAL INTERN
Tranamerica
Rescinded due to COVID-19
Baltimore, MD
Summer 2020
DATA ANALYTICS VIRTUAL INTERN
KPMG
Virtual
Utilized Tableau, Power BI, and Excel to analyze employee business data sets and data quality, target clientele through the analysis of customer trends and behavior, and to create a visualization summary of the total analysis
Summer 2019
COMPUTER SCIENCE SUMMER INSTITUTE (CSSI) STUDENT INTERN
Detroit, MI
Selected as one of 300 students from over 2000+ applicants to participate in hands-on coursework based in Command Line, Javascript, Python, HTML/CSS, and App Engine. My final project consisted of building a fullstack web application within a three person team and presenting our applications to an audience of engineers, community leaders, peers, and family.
Professional Development / Leadership Programs
Spring 2021
DRAKE ACTUARIAL SYMPOSIUM
Drake University
Des Moines, IA (Virtual)
Diversity Scholarship Recipient for country's premier collegiate actuarial and insurance conference; Participated in case competition that provided an opportunity to perform real, actuarial work and present to a panel of judges
Summer 2020 - Fall 2020
ACTUARIAL BOOT CAMP
International Assoicaition of Black Actuaries (IABA)
Philadelphia, PA (Virtual)
Selected for 9-week professional development experience that provided industry exposure to the actuarial profession, hands on resume revision, focused interview prep and feedback including mock interviews, emotional intelligence and professionalism training, and technical skill training in Excel
Summer 2020
SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES
Transamerica
Virtual
Informative webinar series initiative geared toward students whose internships have been cancelled as a result of COVID-19; Gained insight from Actuarial directors on the role of an actuary at Transamerica, how their actuaries mitigate risk, and how to better navigate the SOA exams
Summer 2020
EARLY ID PROGRAM EXTERNSHIP
Humana
Louisville, KY (Virtual)
Selected as 1 of 250+ applicants for week-long career development program; Gained insight on Humana and the health insurance industry, networked and communicated with Actuarial interns and full-time associates, and viewed Actuarial intern final presentations
Summer 2020
ACTUARIAL EXPOSURE SERIES
Liberty Mutual
Virtual
Selected for professional development experience to gain insight on the Actuarial function at Liberty Mutual from Chief Actuaries and Actuarial students
Summer 2020
VIRTUAL SUMMER INSIGHT SERIES
Goldman Sachs
Virtual
Selected for professional development experience to gain insight on the Actuarial function at Liberty Mutual from Chief Actuaries and Actuarial students
Spring 2020
FRESHMAN DISCOVERY DAY PARTICIPANT
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
New York, NY (Virtual)
1 of 40 participants selected out of 200+ applicants for an exclusive one-day event to get an insider’s view of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s core mission and responsibilities, learn more about monetary policy, and the Federal Reserve’s role in U.S. economic and public services
Jul 2018
SCHOOL OF INFORMATICS, COMPUTING, AND ENGINEERING SUMMER PROGRAM
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
Explored a variety of programming languages, including SQL and Unity, and technologies, including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, microbits, circuits, and e-textiles
Professional Experience
June - Aug 2021
ACTUARIAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (ALDP) INTERN
Stay Tuned!
Travelers
Hartford, CT (Remote)
Jun - Aug 2020
ACTUARIAL INTERN
Tranamerica
Rescinded due to COVID-19
Baltimore, MD
Apr - Jun 2020
DATA ANALYTICS VIRTUAL INTERN
KPMG
Virtual
Utilized Tableau, Power BI, and Excel to analyze employee business data sets and data quality, target clientele through the analysis of customer trends and behavior, and to create a visualization summary of the total analysis
Jul 2019
COMPUTER SCIENCE SUMMER INSTITUTE (CSSI) STUDENT INTERN
Detroit, MI
Selected as one of 300 students from over 2000+ applicants to participate in hands-on coursework based in Command Line, Javascript, Python, HTML/CSS, and App Engine. My final project consisted of building a fullstack web application within a three person team and presenting our applications to an audience of engineers, community leaders, peers, and family.
May - Aug 2017
Graduate Assistant
Dale Carnegie Leadership Training
Novi, MI
After completing the dynamic 12-week long Dale Carnegie Leadership Training Course, I decided to return to the program as a Graduate Assistant, reinforcing learning points, and helping participants to enhance their influencing, communication and leadership skills
Learning and Development
Jan 2021
Milliman Actuarial Consulting Careeer Day
Milliman
Virtual
- Attended a one-day actuarial consulting career seminar hosted by the Chicago and Milwaukee Milliman offices via Microsoft Teams
- Presentations included the experiences of new professionals and principal actuaries in various sectors, such as Health, Life, Property & Casualty, Financial Risk Management, Employee Benefits, and IntelliScript; the differences between consulting and insurance; Milliman's unique corporate structure; and how to stand out in an interview.
- Attended case study demonstrations focused on IntelliScript, Health, and Property & Casualty consulting. Topics included pricing health insurance premiums, analyzing risk score based on relative mortality, and property loss reserves.
Apr 2020 - 2021
DRAKE ACTUARIAL SYMPOSIUM
Drake University
Des Moines, IA (Virtual)
Diversity Scholarship Recipient for country's premier collegiate actuarial and insurance conference; Participated in case competition that provided an opportunity to perform real, actuarial work and present to a panel of judges
Jul - Sept 2020
ACTUARIAL BOOT CAMP
International Assoicaition of Black Actuaries (IABA)
Philadelphia, PA (Virtual)
Selected for 9-week professional development experience that provided industry exposure to the actuarial profession, hands on resume revision, focused interview prep and feedback including mock interviews, emotional intelligence and professionalism training, and technical skill training in Excel
Jun - Aug 2020
SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES
Transamerica
Virtual
Informative webinar series initiative geared toward students whose internships have been cancelled as a result of COVID-19; Gained insight from Actuarial directors on the role of an actuary at Transamerica, how their actuaries mitigate risk, and how to better navigate the SOA exams
Jul 2020
EARLY ID PROGRAM EXTERNSHIP
Humana
Louisville, KY (Virtual)
Selected as 1 of 250+ applicants for week-long career development program; Gained insight on Humana and the health insurance industry, networked and communicated with Actuarial interns and full-time associates, and viewed Actuarial intern final presentations
Jul 2020
ACTUARIAL EXPOSURE SERIES
Liberty Mutual
Virtual
Selected for professional development experience to gain insight on the Actuarial function at Liberty Mutual from Chief Actuaries and Actuarial students
Jun - Jul 2020
VIRTUAL SUMMER INSIGHT SERIES
Goldman Sachs
Virtual
1 of 5000+ applicants selected for 10-week introduction to the financial world, including hands-on experience, key insights into Goldman Sachs culture, and networking opportunities within the firm
May 2020
FRESHMAN DISCOVERY DAY PARTICIPANT
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
New York, NY (Virtual)
1 of 40 participants selected out of 200+ applicants for an exclusive one-day event to get an insider’s view of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s core mission and responsibilities, learn more about monetary policy, and the Federal Reserve’s role in U.S. economic and public services
Mar 2019
GOOGLE COMMUNITY LEADERS - DETROIT HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP
Detroit, MI
Completed interactive, team-oriented projects with Google Drive applications, such as Google Calendar, Docs, Forms, Slides, Hangouts, and Gmail
Professional Experience
June - Aug 2021
ACTUARIAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (ALDP) INTERN
Stay Tuned!
Travelers
Hartford, CT (Remote)
Jun - Aug 2020
ACTUARIAL INTERN
Tranamerica
Rescinded due to COVID-19
Baltimore, MD
Apr - Jun 2020
DATA ANALYTICS VIRTUAL INTERN
KPMG
Virtual
Utilized Tableau, Power BI, and Excel to analyze employee business data sets and data quality, target clientele through the analysis of customer trends and behavior, and to create a visualization summary of the total analysis
Jan 2023
Peek Weekend
Harvard Business School
Remote
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Participated in an annual Harvard Business School online program designed to introduce undergraduate students to the MBA experience and its value for personal and professional growth
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Engaged in the HBS case method through mock case discussions, leadership development sessions, and networking with current students to gain insight into the HBS community and career pathways enabled by an MBA
Aug 2020, Aug 2021, Aug 2022, Aug 2023
International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA) Annual Meeting
International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA)
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Attended a multi-day conference focused on increasing representation of Black actuaries and supporting their professional and leadership development
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Participated in professional development sessions covering emerging actuarial topics and industry trends
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Engaged in one-on-one networking with industry professionals and peers, including the annual Career Networking Event
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Celebrated member achievements at the awards dinner and strengthened connections within the IABA community
May 2022
Deloitte National Leadership Conference Selected Scholar
Deloitte Consulting
Westlake, TX
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Selected as 1 of 450 students to participate in an intensive multi-day leadership development and networking program
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Collaborated with a team of peers to solve complex challenges through strategic, team-based exercises
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Developed awareness of diverse working styles to enhance communication, collaboration, and problem-solving effectiveness
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Gained insight into Deloitte’s leadership, culture, and capabilities within professional services
Mar 2022
MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference (SSAC) Selected Mentee
MIT Sloan School of Management
Boston, MA
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Attended an annual conference bringing together industry executives, researchers, and students to explore the growing role of analytics in the sports industry
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Selected from 100+ applicants for a competitive mentorship program supporting underrepresented students pursuing careers in sports analytics
Oct 2021
Student Diversity Symposium
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Virtual
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Selected to participate in Liberty Mutual’s Student Diversity Symposium, a two-day professional development program focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion
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Engaged in discussions on the intersection of DEI and corporate recruiting, and the future of the workplace
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Participated in functional deep dives, job shadowing, and a case competition within the actuarial track
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Completed professional development workshops including strengths assessment and career readiness training
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Networked with Liberty Mutual leaders, recruiters, and peers while exploring internship opportunities
May 2021
Prudential Actuarial Success Awareness Program (ASAP)
Prudential Finanical
Newark, NJ (Virtual)
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Completed a one-week actuarial externship focused on exploring both technical and business aspects of the profession
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Gained exposure through job shadowing, engagement with senior leaders and actuarial associates, and professional development workshops
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Collaborated with actuarial students nationwide and completed a culminating case study
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Developed skills in resume writing and interviewing, with the opportunity to interview for actuarial internships at Prudential
Apr 2020, Apr 2021
DRAKE ACTUARIAL SYMPOSIUM
Drake University
Des Moines, IA (Virtual)
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Selected as a diversity scholarship recipient for a leading collegiate actuarial and insurance conference
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Competed in a case competition involving real actuarial analysis and presented findings to a panel of judges
Jan 2021
Milliman Actuarial Consulting Careeer Day
Virtual
Milliman
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Attended a one-day actuarial consulting career seminar
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Learned from actuaries across multiple practice areas including Health, Life, Property & Casualty, Financial Risk Management, Employee Benefits, and IntelliScript
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Explored differences between consulting and insurance, Milliman’s corporate structure, and strategies to stand out in interviews
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Participated in case study demonstrations covering health insurance pricing, mortality risk scoring, and property loss reserving
Jul 2020 - Sept 2020
ACTUARIAL BOOT CAMP
International Assoicaition of Black Actuaries (IABA)
Philadelphia, PA (Virtual)
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Selected for a 9-week professional development program providing exposure to the actuarial profession
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Received hands-on resume feedback, targeted interview preparation, and mock interview coaching
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Developed skills in emotional intelligence, professionalism, and advanced Excel techniques
Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES
Transamerica
Virtual
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Participated in an informational webinar series designed for students impacted by COVID-19 internship cancellations
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Gained insight from actuarial directors at Transamerica on actuarial roles, risk management practices, and strategies for navigating SOA exams
Jul 2020
EARLY ID PROGRAM
Humana
Louisville, KY (Virtual)
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Selected for a competitive 3-day immersive career development experience
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Developed analytical, leadership, and communication skills through professional development sessions
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Gained exposure to actuarial science and information technology within the health insurance industry
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Networked with business leaders, senior leadership, and current interns
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Participated in sessions focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion
Jul 2020
ACTUARIAL EXPOSURE SERIES
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Virtual
Selected for a professional development experience to gain insight into the actuarial function at Liberty Mutual through engagement with actuaries across all levels
Jun 2020 - Jul 2020
VIRTUAL SUMMER INSIGHT SERIES
Goldman Sachs
Virtual
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Selected as 1 of 5,000+ applicants for a competitive multi-part program introducing careers in finance
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Gained exposure to Goldman Sachs’ business lines, culture, and recruiting process through a 10-week virtual experience
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Learned how risk teams support decision-making through collaboration with business units, technology, and executive leadership
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Participated in networking opportunities with Goldman Sachs professionals and peers across the program
May 2020
FRESHMAN DISCOVERY DAY PARTICIPANT
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
New York, NY (Virtual)
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Selected as 1 of 40 participants from 200+ applicants
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Engaged with early career professionals and former interns to gain insight into internship pathways and career development
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Developed understanding of Federal Reserve System functions, including monetary policy and financial system operations
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Participated in interactive sessions and discussions on the New York Fed’s role in U.S. and global economic stability
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Built early professional connections and explored opportunities within finance, economics, and public service
Mar 2019
GOOGLE COMMUNITY LEADERS - DETROIT HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP
Detroit, MI
Completed interactive, team-oriented projects with Google Drive applications, such as Google Calendar, Docs, Forms, Slides, Hangouts, and Gmail
Jul 2018
SCHOOL OF INFORMATICS, COMPUTING, AND ENGINEERING SUMMER PROGRAM
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
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Selected for a one-week intensive program exploring the application of computational tools to solve real-world problems in engineering, science, and society
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Applied Python to control integrated systems and collaborated with experts to develop a broader understanding of modern computing
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Built foundational skills in game development using Unity and data management using SQL
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Gained hands-on experience programming hardware, including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, circuits, and e-textiles
Jul 2018
ACTUARIAL SCIENCE SUMMER PROGRAM
Lebanon Valley College
Annvile, PA
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Completed a one-week intensive program designed to introduce rising high school seniors to the actuarial field
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Applied Excel and Mathematica to solve actuarial problems and build probabilistic models
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Developed understanding of key concepts including the time value of money
Jul 2018
SUMMER ACTUARY PROGRAM (SAP)
Howard University
Washington DC
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One-week intensive program that introduces high school students to fundamentals of actuarial science, as well as opportunities to participate in leadership, team building, college, and cultural enrichment activities
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Gained exposure to important business topics and methods of analysis from Howard University School of Business professors and professionals in the actuarial field through daily lectures, company visits, and culminating mock insurance product presentation
Jul 2018, Jul 2019
DETROIT SUMMER LEGAL INSTITUTE
Just the Beginning - A Pipeline Organization
Detroit, MI
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One-week legal immersion program for high school students
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Participated in interactive, legal-focused activities that enhanced reading, writing, critical thinking, professional etiquette, financial literacy and public speaking skills
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Developed a personal and insighful view of the legal profession
May 2017 - Aug 2017
Graduate Assistant
Dale Carnegie Leadership Training
Novi, MI
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Reinforced learning points from the Dale Carnegie Leadership Training Course
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Enhanced influencing, coaching and leadership skills
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Improved ability to successfully interact with different people
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Gained insights from different participants and leveraged the trainer’s experience
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Developed personal network
Jul 2017
CODING BOOT CAMP
Wayne State University College of Engineering
Created web projects using HTML and CSS
Detroit, MI
Jul 2017
WELDING TECHNIQUES
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
Created metal products using skills and knowledge of MIG, TIG, Stick & Oxyacetylene welding methods
Jul 2017
MACHINE MANUFACTURING - LEADING EDGE TECHNOLOGY
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
Created, designed, and finished products using Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines
Learning and Professional Development
Jun 2024
Summer Business Academy
Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School
Baltimore, MD
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Completed coursework in core business disciplines including finance, marketing, and strategy
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Analyzed real-world business cases and developed data-driven recommendations
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Collaborated with peers on team projects and delivered presentations to instructors
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Strengthened analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in a graduate-level environment
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Gained early exposure to business careers, leadership development, and MBA-style learning experiences
Aug 2023
MAA MathFest
Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
Tampa, FL
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Presented "Offense vs Defense: Measuring Predictors of Winning in NCAA Basketball" in the "Moving Toward Data Science in Statistics and Sports" session
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Engaged with researchers and professionals in mathematics and data science to discuss applications of analytics in sports and beyond
Jul 2023
Deloitte Consulting Summer Scholars Program
Deloitte Consulting
Westlake, TX
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Multi-day leadership development and networking program
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Collaborated with a team of peers to successfully solve various problems by participating in strategic teamwork activities
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Identified different working styles that can enhance communication and unique business insight to achieve goals more effectively
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Networked with Deloitte leadership, current consulting professionals, and fellow consulting interns from across the country
Mar 2023
Extreme Risk Takers Symposium
​WSIA (Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association)
Chicago, IL
Two-day symposium designed for students studying risk management and insurance that offers educational sessions and networking opportunities with peers and industry professionals