Hello! I'm Zoe
I am currently a senior at the University of Southern California, where I am majoring in Business Administration with minor in Applied Analytics and an emphasis in Finance.
My professional journey reflects a diverse range of roles, allowing me to cultivate expertise in project management, financial management, marketing, and data analytics. Recognizing the significance of data-driven decision-making, I bring a strategic approach to designing and delivering solutions across diverse industries. Motivated by a continuous learning mindset, I am eager to further expand my skills and broaden my professional network.
I look forward to connecting with you.
Zoe Fournier-Swire
Business Administration, Applied Analytics, and Finance
Phone:
401-297-6684
Email:
Address:
3770 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90089
EXPERIENCE
May 2024 - August 2024
Data Analyst Intern (MIS)
Guess Inc.
• Developed machine learning algorithm to classify products into 1+ buyer personas using NLP and image classification, achieving 98% accuracy
• Performed exploratory data analysis (EDA) to extract key features, increasing accuracy by 20%; applied insights to refine ML architectures, optimize hyperparameters, and reduce overfitting
• Utilized Python, SQL, and data warehouse systems to perform data cleaning and augmentation, preprocessing, and feature engineering on datasets, ensuring high-quality inputs for model training and experimentation
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align analytics solutions with business objectives
• Documented technical workflows with Jira and created detailed analytical reports facilitating data-driven decision-making and operational improvements
February 2024 - Present
Data Analytics & Corporate Venture Capital Extern
HP (Hewlett-Packard) Inc.
Leveraged Excel and SQL to analyze datasets of 1000+ records of startup metrics and industry data, execute data cleaning methods, and extract insights to inform investment decisions for 50 potential opportunities
• Presented results through data visualization techniques and recommend top 10% of startups for further investment due diligence
December 2023 - April 2024
Marketing Intern
Glub Inc.
• Conducted market research with 100+ new users, synthesizing trends, identifying strategic opportunities and UX improvements
• Published 9 weekly digital content assets across three platforms to increase user acquisitions and brand visibility by over 100%
• Collaborated with 4 teams to allocate VC funding to implement college campus campaigns and influencer partnership programs
May 2023 - August 2023
State of Rhode Island Department of Human Services LTSS
Data Management Intern
• Designed, implemented an Excel-based system to efficiently organize and manage interdepartmental case data, reducing data entry time by 25% for Rhode Island Department of Human Services subsections
• Diagnosed key data organization issues, collaborated with 7 departmental teams to gather data entry requirements to tailor system for improved workflow efficiency between teams and management
• Led team in migrating legacy data, streamlining processes for seamless integration into new Excel system
June 2020 - August 2020
Finance Team Lead Intern
PrepareRI COVID-19 Innovation Challenge
• Constructed multi-faceted solution for Lifespan Hospital COVID-19 patient visitation limitations in period of 8 weeks
• Led finance department to manage team budget for purchasing necessary materials and advertisement campaign
• Created implementation procedure, app mockup, and multi-media marketing campaign across 3 platforms and presented strategy
April 2016 - August 2023
Lead Server and Hostess
Portside Tavern
• Trained 10+ hosts in providing customer service, POS system, and conflict resolution techniques
• Executed quality customer service; including greeting guest, serving food and accommodating needs of 100+ customers daily
April 2016 - August 2020
Childcare Provider
Child Opportunity Zone
• Trained 10+ hosts in providing customer service, POS system, and conflict resolution techniques
• Executed quality customer service; including greeting guest, serving food and accommodating needs of 100+ customers daily
EDUCATION
2021 - 2025
University of Southern California
Bachelor's Degree
Major: Business Administration
Minor: Applied Analytics
Emphasis: Finance
Involvements: DataSC, Core Consulting Group, The Women's Network USC, MOVE (Marshall Outreach Volunteer Entrepreneurs), USC Fashion Industry Association, Global Investing Society, MASH Magazine, Above and Beyond Luxury Association, AI Collective
2017 - 2021
High School Diploma
Mt. Hope High School
Cumulative GPA: 3.97
Relevant Courses: Business Management, Business Foundations, Marketing and Advertising, Marketing and Publishing, Graphic Design
INVOLVEMENT
Sep 2024 - Present
DataSC (Data Science Club)
August 2021 - Present
USC Fashion Industry Association
Project Manager
• Managed team of 9 to develop high-accuracy customer churn classification model with machine learning methods, driving proactive retention strategies
President of Finance
• Led financial planning of $25K; allocated budgets for fashion show, social events, workshops, and 4 thrift markets/semester
• Secured funding and negotiated venue pricing for sold-out annual fashion show with 400+ attendees and 5+ designers
August 2022- Present
The Women's Network USC
President of Finance
• Directed financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes for the Women's Network at USC, providing key insights for strategic decision-making.
• Led successful fundraising campaigns, surpassing financial targets and ensuring financial transparency and accountability.
Editorial Writer
September 2022- Present
MASH Magazine
January 2023- May 2023
Global Investing Society
• Contributed to editorial content that explores the intersections of fashion, business, and technology, promoting a fresh perspective on industry trends and cultural influences
• Collaborated with a diverse team of student leaders to produce thought-provoking articles, fostering community engagement and encouraging participation from various campus stakeholders
Explore Program
• Developed a strong financial foundation through interactive lectures, activities, and industry speaker events
• Investigated diverse finance career paths, offering valuable insights and guidance
• Bridged theory and practice by discussing real-world economic trends, companies, and stocks
• Enhanced learning with simulated trading competitions and interactive class activities for practical application
September 2021- May 2023
Member
Above & Beyond Luxury Industry Association
August 2023- Present
Member
Core Consulting Group
August 2023- Present
Member
MOVE (Marshall Outreach Volunteer Entrepreneurs)
SKILLS
Microsoft ExCel
Spanish - Advanced
Python
Javascript
MongoDB
Canva
SQL and NoSQL
Microsoft Office
Power BI
Tableau
Neo4j
Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator