Mia Fong
President's Sustainability Intern (PSIP), Embodied Carbon at University of Southern California- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Terrain Analysis Using ArcGIS Pro
EsriNov, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Introduction to Coordinate Systems
EsriSep, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Fundamentals of Sustainable Supply Chains
LinkedInJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Preparing for Successful Communication
LinkedInJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Smart Cities: Solving Urban Problems Using Technology
LinkedInJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Google SEO Fundamentals
CourseraJun, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Parsons Streetwear Essentials Certificate
Yellowbrick FashionMay, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Social-Behavioral Human Subjects
CITI ProgramSep, 2022- Oct, 2024
Experience
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University of Southern California
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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President's Sustainability Intern (PSIP), Embodied Carbon
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Aug 2023 - Present
Working on modeling the embodied carbon (the amount of CO2/CO2 equivalent within each buildings' materials) present in the buildings on USC's University Park and Health Sciences Campus. Writing and gathering research materials for a comprehensive report describing a novel framework for quantifying embodied carbon from existing buildings.
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Climate Change Misinformation Researcher
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Aug 2022 - Present
Researcher in Professor Richard John's lab; currently a Principal Investigator (PI) on a study regarding how well U.S. adults can distinguish between true and false climate change headlines and factors that influence this ability. This study is novel due to the inclusion of headlines outside those typically included in climate misinformation studies. Responsible for conducting detailed literature reviews as well as both collecting and analyzing study data. A 10-page manuscript has been accepted… Show more Researcher in Professor Richard John's lab; currently a Principal Investigator (PI) on a study regarding how well U.S. adults can distinguish between true and false climate change headlines and factors that influence this ability. This study is novel due to the inclusion of headlines outside those typically included in climate misinformation studies. Responsible for conducting detailed literature reviews as well as both collecting and analyzing study data. A 10-page manuscript has been accepted for presentation at the Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (1/2024). Recipient of the USC Dornsife Student Opportunities for Academic Research (SOAR) award (2022-2023 school year), USC Dornsife Student Undergraduate Research Fund (SURF) award (Summer 2023), and the Graduate Student Government Professional Development Fund. Presented preliminary results at the Undergraduate Research Symposium.
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Graphic Designer
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Jan 2022 - Feb 2023
Graphic designer in Dr. Chardee Galán's DREAM (Dismantling Racial inEquities Around Mental health) lab which aims to break down societal barriers and reduce racial inequities in access to mental health. Focuses on lab branding and visuals, promotion, and social media. Also curated the website using SquareSpace.
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USC Spatial Sciences Institute
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sustainability Data Hub Intern
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Jul 2023 - Present
Spatial data analyst at the USC sustainability data hub. Utilized ArcGIS Pro and Excel to clean and interpret data from the April 2023 iteration of the waste bin mapping activity led by SC Mappers and the Student Sustainability Committee at USC. Particularly focused on results related to bin contamination and location. Compiled these results and presented information in an ArcGIS StoryMap. Spatial data analyst at the USC sustainability data hub. Utilized ArcGIS Pro and Excel to clean and interpret data from the April 2023 iteration of the waste bin mapping activity led by SC Mappers and the Student Sustainability Committee at USC. Particularly focused on results related to bin contamination and location. Compiled these results and presented information in an ArcGIS StoryMap.
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Proven LA
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United States
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Community Services
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Chief Executive Officer
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Mar 2020 - Present
Started the then clothing brand Proven LA, formerly MadeByMia, in March 2020. Transitioned from a clothing brand to a planet and community-oriented company. Currently focusing on educating others about anthropogenic climate change, the relationship between fashion and the planet, and environmental resources. Aims to communicate climate change and related topics in an understandable yet comprehensive way through the use of clear language and visual aids. Also hosts community events, such as… Show more Started the then clothing brand Proven LA, formerly MadeByMia, in March 2020. Transitioned from a clothing brand to a planet and community-oriented company. Currently focusing on educating others about anthropogenic climate change, the relationship between fashion and the planet, and environmental resources. Aims to communicate climate change and related topics in an understandable yet comprehensive way through the use of clear language and visual aids. Also hosts community events, such as donation drives, with other Los Angeles change-makers. As of October 2022, Proven has facilitated over 450 transactions, and generated over $22,000 in sales. Show less Started the then clothing brand Proven LA, formerly MadeByMia, in March 2020. Transitioned from a clothing brand to a planet and community-oriented company. Currently focusing on educating others about anthropogenic climate change, the relationship between fashion and the planet, and environmental resources. Aims to communicate climate change and related topics in an understandable yet comprehensive way through the use of clear language and visual aids. Also hosts community events, such as… Show more Started the then clothing brand Proven LA, formerly MadeByMia, in March 2020. Transitioned from a clothing brand to a planet and community-oriented company. Currently focusing on educating others about anthropogenic climate change, the relationship between fashion and the planet, and environmental resources. Aims to communicate climate change and related topics in an understandable yet comprehensive way through the use of clear language and visual aids. Also hosts community events, such as donation drives, with other Los Angeles change-makers. As of October 2022, Proven has facilitated over 450 transactions, and generated over $22,000 in sales. Show less
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USC Chapter of AMA
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consulting Team Project Director
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Sep 2021 - Dec 2022
Promoted to Consulting Team Project Director in September 2022. Responsible for managing client relationships and facilitating effective teamwork and communication across projects. Works with fellow consulting team members on pro-bono projects for various companies. In Fall 2022, led a team of 5 to conduct thorough market research and present data-backed recommendations to officials of an up-and-coming video platform. Also curated and crafted a survey that received over 200 responses… Show more Promoted to Consulting Team Project Director in September 2022. Responsible for managing client relationships and facilitating effective teamwork and communication across projects. Works with fellow consulting team members on pro-bono projects for various companies. In Fall 2022, led a team of 5 to conduct thorough market research and present data-backed recommendations to officials of an up-and-coming video platform. Also curated and crafted a survey that received over 200 responses. In Spring 2022, AMA consulted a financial technology service on how to effectively target members of Gen Z and millenials. Responsible for designing and distributing surveys to members of Gen Z and Millenials in order to collect and analyze data. Provided thorough recommendations to company officials during a presentation (these findings were published in Bloomberg). Show less Promoted to Consulting Team Project Director in September 2022. Responsible for managing client relationships and facilitating effective teamwork and communication across projects. Works with fellow consulting team members on pro-bono projects for various companies. In Fall 2022, led a team of 5 to conduct thorough market research and present data-backed recommendations to officials of an up-and-coming video platform. Also curated and crafted a survey that received over 200 responses… Show more Promoted to Consulting Team Project Director in September 2022. Responsible for managing client relationships and facilitating effective teamwork and communication across projects. Works with fellow consulting team members on pro-bono projects for various companies. In Fall 2022, led a team of 5 to conduct thorough market research and present data-backed recommendations to officials of an up-and-coming video platform. Also curated and crafted a survey that received over 200 responses. In Spring 2022, AMA consulted a financial technology service on how to effectively target members of Gen Z and millenials. Responsible for designing and distributing surveys to members of Gen Z and Millenials in order to collect and analyze data. Provided thorough recommendations to company officials during a presentation (these findings were published in Bloomberg). Show less
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Deloitte
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Discovery Intern Risk and Financial Advisory
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Jun 2022 - Jul 2022
Consulted on a case simulation that provided experience building a strong team, conducting extensive market research, and providing data-driven recommendations. Worked effectively with team members to present recommendations to help with ESG, financial, and growth goals to company officials. Also attended workshops to develop professional skills such as networking, establishing a personal brand, and delivering effective presentations. Concluded the internship by working on a social innovation… Show more Consulted on a case simulation that provided experience building a strong team, conducting extensive market research, and providing data-driven recommendations. Worked effectively with team members to present recommendations to help with ESG, financial, and growth goals to company officials. Also attended workshops to develop professional skills such as networking, establishing a personal brand, and delivering effective presentations. Concluded the internship by working on a social innovation project with a large non-profit company using equity centered design thinking. Show less Consulted on a case simulation that provided experience building a strong team, conducting extensive market research, and providing data-driven recommendations. Worked effectively with team members to present recommendations to help with ESG, financial, and growth goals to company officials. Also attended workshops to develop professional skills such as networking, establishing a personal brand, and delivering effective presentations. Concluded the internship by working on a social innovation… Show more Consulted on a case simulation that provided experience building a strong team, conducting extensive market research, and providing data-driven recommendations. Worked effectively with team members to present recommendations to help with ESG, financial, and growth goals to company officials. Also attended workshops to develop professional skills such as networking, establishing a personal brand, and delivering effective presentations. Concluded the internship by working on a social innovation project with a large non-profit company using equity centered design thinking. Show less
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USC Dornsife Office of Experiential and Applied Learning
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mentor
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Oct 2021 - Dec 2021
Mentors women in color in Los Angeles as a part of a financial literacy program, now called "The Entrepreneur Starter Academy" (TESA). TESA is a collaboration between Union Bank, New Economics for Women, and the USC Dornsife Office of Experiential and Applied Learning. Focuses on mentoring female entrepreneurs about financial literacy and running a business. Held weekly mentorship sessions to help women of color in Los Angeles develop the tools necessary to be a successful entrepreneur. Mentor… Show more Mentors women in color in Los Angeles as a part of a financial literacy program, now called "The Entrepreneur Starter Academy" (TESA). TESA is a collaboration between Union Bank, New Economics for Women, and the USC Dornsife Office of Experiential and Applied Learning. Focuses on mentoring female entrepreneurs about financial literacy and running a business. Held weekly mentorship sessions to help women of color in Los Angeles develop the tools necessary to be a successful entrepreneur. Mentor for the full duration of the TESA program and will be a part of the program for Fall 2022. Show less Mentors women in color in Los Angeles as a part of a financial literacy program, now called "The Entrepreneur Starter Academy" (TESA). TESA is a collaboration between Union Bank, New Economics for Women, and the USC Dornsife Office of Experiential and Applied Learning. Focuses on mentoring female entrepreneurs about financial literacy and running a business. Held weekly mentorship sessions to help women of color in Los Angeles develop the tools necessary to be a successful entrepreneur. Mentor… Show more Mentors women in color in Los Angeles as a part of a financial literacy program, now called "The Entrepreneur Starter Academy" (TESA). TESA is a collaboration between Union Bank, New Economics for Women, and the USC Dornsife Office of Experiential and Applied Learning. Focuses on mentoring female entrepreneurs about financial literacy and running a business. Held weekly mentorship sessions to help women of color in Los Angeles develop the tools necessary to be a successful entrepreneur. Mentor for the full duration of the TESA program and will be a part of the program for Fall 2022. Show less
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Haute Magazine
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Staff
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Sep 2021 - Dec 2021
Member of the marketing team at USC's premiere fashion, arts, and culture magazine. Worked on establishing brand partnerships, gaining exposure for the magazine, and social media growth. Was the top fundraiser for fall 2021 and helped plan successful fundraising events including a pop-up shop on USC's campus. Member of the marketing team at USC's premiere fashion, arts, and culture magazine. Worked on establishing brand partnerships, gaining exposure for the magazine, and social media growth. Was the top fundraiser for fall 2021 and helped plan successful fundraising events including a pop-up shop on USC's campus.
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The Mentor Collection
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Entertainment Providers
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Social Media Strategist Intern
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May 2021 - Jun 2021
Responsible for generating content ideas and general content strategy. Created detailed social media calendars and conducted extensive research in order to effectively implement organic growth strategies. Responsible for generating content ideas and general content strategy. Created detailed social media calendars and conducted extensive research in order to effectively implement organic growth strategies.
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Nordstrom
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Nordstrom Fashion Ambassador
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Aug 2018 - Dec 2019
Attended monthly meetings and discussed various topics pertaining to the fashion/retail business such as buying, marketing, and trends. Investigated rival stores and compared merchandise in order to conduct basic market analysis. Attended monthly meetings and discussed various topics pertaining to the fashion/retail business such as buying, marketing, and trends. Investigated rival stores and compared merchandise in order to conduct basic market analysis.
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Education
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2023 - 2025
University of Southern California
Master of Science - MS, Spatial Economics and Data Analysis (SEDA) -
2020 - 2023
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts, Economics (Summa Cum Laude) -
2016 - 2020
Redondo Union High School
High School Diploma
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