Experience

The Ronnie K. Irani Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth (I-CCEW)

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Fellow & Marketing Coordinator

  • Jul 2023 - Present

  Norman, Oklahoma, United States The Ronnie K. Irani Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth is Oklahoma's premiere innovation consulting organization at the University of Oklahoma specializing in technology commercialization, software business development, social entrepreneurship, and agile product design. As Senior Fellow, I will continue to support I-CCEW consulting teams by providing guidance and training on various problem solving, business and financial modeling tasks and ensuring high quality solutions to… Show more The Ronnie K. Irani Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth is Oklahoma's premiere innovation consulting organization at the University of Oklahoma specializing in technology commercialization, software business development, social entrepreneurship, and agile product design. As Senior Fellow, I will continue to support I-CCEW consulting teams by providing guidance and training on various problem solving, business and financial modeling tasks and ensuring high quality solutions to clients. I will also support three newly appointed Junior I-CCEW Fellows and collectively provide high quality experiences to students at the University of Oklahoma. As Marketing Coordinator, I will be curating and executing various marketing campaigns across multiple channels to promote the mission of I-CCEW. This includes social media marketing on LinkedIn and Instagram, and physical promotion of our programs across community events.

• Fellow

  • Jun 2022 - Aug 2023

  Norman, Oklahoma, United States As a Fellow, I facilitated strategic analysis for 10 new business and technology I-CCEW projects including hydrogen energy projects with Exxonmobil, a product design project with Simple Modern, and various strategy projects with Oklahoma startups across different industries. I also assisted in training I-CCEW associates in relevant problem solving, business and financial modeling frameworks.

• Consulting Team Leader

  • May 2021 - May 2022

  Norman, Oklahoma, United States As a Team Leader, I facilitated a team to generate comprehensive solutions and recommendations for a client using different problem-solving strategies. The focus of our team was centered around Energy Development and working to find procurement solutions to recycle rare earth metals. As a Consulting Associate, I worked to a one-of-a-kind sexual health education app for preteens with autism spectrum disorder. We conducted market research, 10+ interviews, and formulated a business model… Show more As a Team Leader, I facilitated a team to generate comprehensive solutions and recommendations for a client using different problem-solving strategies. The focus of our team was centered around Energy Development and working to find procurement solutions to recycle rare earth metals. As a Consulting Associate, I worked to a one-of-a-kind sexual health education app for preteens with autism spectrum disorder. We conducted market research, 10+ interviews, and formulated a business model to help ensure the app’s future success.



JCPenney Leadership Program - Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co-Director of Associate Development

  • Sep 2019 - May 2022

  Norman, Oklahoma I was 1 out of the 63 associates accepted into the JC Penney Leadership Program at the Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma for the 2019 Cohort. This program will help me develop my leadership skills and help me become a business leader in the future. The program has six pillars which include Scholarship, Philanthropy, Networking, Professionalism, Diversity, and Fellowship. In the 2020-2021 academic year, I served as the Director of Conferences. As a co-director of… Show more I was 1 out of the 63 associates accepted into the JC Penney Leadership Program at the Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma for the 2019 Cohort. This program will help me develop my leadership skills and help me become a business leader in the future. The program has six pillars which include Scholarship, Philanthropy, Networking, Professionalism, Diversity, and Fellowship. In the 2020-2021 academic year, I served as the Director of Conferences. As a co-director of associate development, I was tasked with coordinating different events and activities throughout the year that promote fellowship, community, and build relationships amongst the associates of the program. This was done with a fellowship committee that my co-director and I led throughout the year. Show less



University of Oklahoma - Price College of Business

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Price Ambassador

  • Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

  Norman, Oklahoma, United States Represented the University of Oklahoma Price College of Business as 1 of 15 ambassadors to prospective and incoming students as well as distinguished guests of the college. This included giving tours of Price College and assisting in events hosted throughout the semester.



Union Programming Board

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations

• Membership Director

  • Sep 2019 - May 2021

  Norman, Oklahoma The Union Programming Board is a student organization that facilitates leadership, teamwork, and creativity on the OU campus. The aim is to Engage, Encourage, and Enrich students across campus through programming a diverse array of events and activities. From the start of my experience in this organization, I have been a member, assistant director, and outreach ambassador spanning over 7 committees including Public Relations and Outreach committees. I served as the Membership Director on… Show more The Union Programming Board is a student organization that facilitates leadership, teamwork, and creativity on the OU campus. The aim is to Engage, Encourage, and Enrich students across campus through programming a diverse array of events and activities. From the start of my experience in this organization, I have been a member, assistant director, and outreach ambassador spanning over 7 committees including Public Relations and Outreach committees. I served as the Membership Director on the 2020-2021 Executive Director committee. My role was to facilitate a sense of community among all members. This also included enhancing the member experience and engaging members through the organization during semesterly retreats and meetings. Show less



Endeavor

• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing and Events Intern

  • Sep 2020 - Jan 2021

  I was selected to participate in a virtual Marketing and Events Internship for Endeavor Global based in New York City, NY. Within this internship, I worked on the logistics and planning for the 2020 Virtual Endeavor Gala and Endeavor International Selection Panels. This included donor and sponsor management using Salesforce, production management, and ensuring a successful run-through of the virtual events. I also worked on the marketing and communication segment of The Linda Awards and… Show more I was selected to participate in a virtual Marketing and Events Internship for Endeavor Global based in New York City, NY. Within this internship, I worked on the logistics and planning for the 2020 Virtual Endeavor Gala and Endeavor International Selection Panels. This included donor and sponsor management using Salesforce, production management, and ensuring a successful run-through of the virtual events. I also worked on the marketing and communication segment of The Linda Awards and created content that highlights the work of high impact Entrepreneurs within the Endeavor Entrepreneur Network. This work was then highlighted at the 2020 Endeavor Gala. Show less



Integrated Business Core - Price College of Business

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President of Boomer Zoomer Co

  • Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  Norman, Oklahoma, United States I was elected the President of Boomer Zoomer Co., one of the 4 companies participating in the Integrated Business Core Practicum for the Fall 2020 Semester. Our team consisted of 15 company members, and I directly worked with our Vice President’s of Finance, Operations, Marketing, Philanthropy, and IT/Social Media to facilitate multiple committees and tasks. Some of our goals of the semester included choosing and selling a product, raising funds for the Children’s Hospital at… Show more I was elected the President of Boomer Zoomer Co., one of the 4 companies participating in the Integrated Business Core Practicum for the Fall 2020 Semester. Our team consisted of 15 company members, and I directly worked with our Vice President’s of Finance, Operations, Marketing, Philanthropy, and IT/Social Media to facilitate multiple committees and tasks. Some of our goals of the semester included choosing and selling a product, raising funds for the Children’s Hospital at the OU Medical Center, and volunteering in the Norman Community all while embracing the entrepreneurial spirit of the program. Show less



Arab Student Association at OU

• Social Media Director

  • Aug 2019 - May 2020

  Norman, Oklahoma I was the Social Media Chair for the Arab Student Association. I managed all social media accounts which include Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. I took photographs and videos of all organization events and share them. I also created all graphics and posters for our events and organization functions.



TEDx

• Event Organizer

  • Sep 2016 - Jun 2017

  Amman, Jordan I organized the first TEDxYouth@ACSAmman event in my community in Amman, Jordan. This event kickstarted a legacy within the community and is now running it’s fourth year as a fully licensed TEDxYouth event. I created teams that led efforts in auditions for speakers and hosts, fundraising to supply stage set up and decorations, and media for the capturing of video and audio for the event. With this, I was also able to provide catering for the event by the Marriott… Show more I organized the first TEDxYouth@ACSAmman event in my community in Amman, Jordan. This event kickstarted a legacy within the community and is now running it’s fourth year as a fully licensed TEDxYouth event. I created teams that led efforts in auditions for speakers and hosts, fundraising to supply stage set up and decorations, and media for the capturing of video and audio for the event. With this, I was also able to provide catering for the event by the Marriott Hotel. Creatively, I was able to explore skills in laser printing, stage lighting, and audio production to assure the most optimal outcome. Financially, I managed a budget chart of all ticket sales, donations, and fundraisers and allocated all funds appropriately. Show less



THIMUN Qatar

• Qatar
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Delegate

  • Jan 2016 - Jan 2017

  Doha, Qatar I was a two time delegate at The Hague International Model United Nations (THIMUN) in Doha, Qatar. I was able to participate in mock debates and discussions about foreign policy, the economy, human rights resolutions, and other world affairs. I learnt to collaborate with other delegates, present speeches in public, and participate in meaningful discussion.