Machine Learning Vice President

Sophia Furnival

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EDUCATION

University of California, San Diego Class of 2026

B.S. Cognitive Science Spec. Machine Learning & Neural Computation Provost Honors Recipient Relevant Coursework: Data Structures and Algorithms, Cognitive Consequences of Technology, Honors Calculus III, Cognitive Neuroeconomics

WORK EXPERIENCE

Bank of America Merrill Lynch Jul. 2024 - Sep. 2024 Wealth Management Intern

● Optimized data management systems for 500+ clients and prospects, reducing data retrieval time by 40%, which increased operational efficiency across departments.

● Analyzed market trends and financial performance of clients using Python and Excel, producing actionable reports that guided client investment strategies.

● Spearheaded client outreach programs, reengaging 50+ dormant clients, increasing engagement by 20% through personalized financial updates and streamlined reporting.

Learvo

Jan. 2023 - Mar. 2023

Market Research Analyst Intern

● Conducted 10+ stakeholder interviews with industry participants, gathering both qualitative and quantitative data to identify market trends and inform product strategy.

● Presented research findings to senior leadership, influencing key decisions on market positioning, product launches, and customer targeting.

● Collaborated with 15+ designers and analysts to create 40+ design standards, developing a comprehensive brand book that aligned marketing and product strategies across teams. LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Product Space Oct. 2024 - Current

Product Fellow

● Gained hands-on experience in market research, customer segmentation, and go-to-market strategies to effectively position products for success and understand how to think critically in product.

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including designers, to develop product positioning and marketing strategies based on effective communication and research-driven insights.

● Participated in weekly workshops and peer reviews, presenting strategies to industry professionals, receiving feedback to improve marketing execution.

Product Management Club

May. 2024 - Current

Founding Member/Vice President of Finance

● Raised $2,000+ through 5+ fundraising initiatives to support the club’s operations, ensuring financial stability and enabling the execution of key initiatives.

● Coordinated with 15+ suppliers to source materials for club merchandise, managing production timelines for 150+ items and showcasing strong project management and vendor relations

● Led 8+ rounds of iterative feedback between design teams and clients to ensure products met expectations, highlighting skills in cross-functional collaboration and feedback management. Delta Sigma Pi (Professional Co-ed Fraternity) Sep. 2023 - Current Vice President of Professional Activities

● Organized an alumni speaker series featuring professionals from tech, product, finance, and accounting, providing networking and career insights to 60+ members.

● Enhanced engagement by maintaining and optimizing a database of 500+ alumni, facilitating better communication and alumni relations.

● Created and distributed marketing materials for alumni events, ensuring clear, consistent messaging and maximizing event participation.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Skills: Python Java HTML SQL Microsoft Office Google Suite Figma SalesForce R Stata Tableau Monday Jira Organizations: Product Management Club Student Foundation Investment Committee Product Space Delta Sigma Pi

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