Ava Forgione
Aspiring Business Administration Professional with Minors in Accounting and Entrepreneurship
- Role
- Intern at Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers Sbdc
- Location
- Scranton, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ava Forgione
I am a dedicated student at The University of Scranton, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in…
Experience
Intern
Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers Sbdc
Mar 2025 — Present · Scranton, PA, US
Small Business Development Center (SBDC) • Collaborated with clients to develop and enhance their business concepts, guiding them through ideation, feasibility assessments, and operational planning.• Evaluated and edited client-submitted business plans, offering strategic feedback and best practices to strengthen clarity, financial viability, and market alignment.• Conducted comprehensive market research and competitive analyses across various industries to inform client decisions and improve the success potential of new ventures.• Developed industry-specific educational materials and resource guides for use by clients and SBDC advisors, such as startup toolkits tailored to coffee shops and other retail sectors.• Assisted in social media audits and marketing consultations to help clients build brand awareness and improve their digital presence.Women\'s Entrepreneurship Center (WEC) • Deliver tailored support to aspiring women entrepreneurs by assisting with business plan development, marketing strategy, and financial forecasting, gaining hands-on experience in small business consulting• Help organize and promote entrepreneurship programs like the StartUP series, handling logistics, outreach, and community engagement to ensure successful events and workshops• Provide one-on-one coaching in time management, communication, sales, and financial literacy to help clients build foundational business skills and confidence• Interact with local entrepreneurs, community partners, and consultants through meetings, interviews, and presentations, enhancing interpersonal and professional writing skills• Conduct market research, develop educational materials, and draft blog posts and reports to support client education and promote WEC initiatives
Education
University of Scranton
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
2024
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