About Me
I'm a keen innovator with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, recognized for my sustainable design initiatives and awarded for my research and entrepreneurial projects. During my undergraduate studies, I explored circular design on the high street, developing a method to grow mycelium from hair waste for FMCGs, and designed a sound device producing binaural beats to aid ADHD, earning an Award of Excellence from the Institute of Engineer Design. I facilitated student engagement programs, coordinated a successful design show for my Master's degree, and am currently researching sustainable materials for intimate care products. My experience includes interning for a sustainable activewear brand and founding a profitable cake business at 18, developing comprehensive business management skills. Growing up in a multinational family has honed my interpersonal skills, making me outgoing and approachable. I enjoy DJing, playing the piano, and holistic wellness.
Experience
2023
Summer Start-up Accelerator
Participation in a start-up incubator and accelerator program provided extensive training in business development skills through coaching and networking sessions.
2019-2021
Cake Business
Entrepreneur and Self-Taught Cake Decorator/Baker specializing in crafting custom cakes for various events.
2022
Communications Manager & Design Intern
Summer internship involving a dual role in communications management and product design for RubyMoon, a local women’s activewear and swimwear brand committed to circularity and innovation. Tasks included designing packaging, coordinating events, creating brand value, and managing stakeholder relationships to facilitate brand growth.
2021
Student Connector
Paid work as a member of the Connector Team at the University of Sussex. Responsibilities included participating in weekly team meetings, serving as an informal liaison for students, and devising strategies to enhance module participation.
2017
Iris Worldwide
London Unpaid internship where I engaged in diverse tasks spanning multiple departments including Finance, Events, Operations, Social Media, and Design at Iris Worldwide, a leading global integrated marketing agency.
Design awards
Winner Pitch for the Planet Recipient of University of Sussex Start-up Funding for the design of a mycelium-derived bio-material cultivated from hair waste to make homewares in a sustainable innovation competition.
Award of Excellence Institute of Engineering Designers Best Final Year Project for BIN(EAR), a portable music and sound player which synthesises Binaural beats on-the-go for the symptom management of ADHD.
Design Tools
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Sketch, Figma
Rhino, Solidworks, Fusion 360
C++, Python
Keyshot, Blender, Premiere Pro