Nadia Watkins

About Nadia Watkins

Hello! My Name is Nadia Watkins and I am a Sophomore Honors Accounting major from Washington, D.C. I am very interested in pursuing an Accounting or Marketing career, and I am excited to connect with new people.I have a history of performing well in challenging environments, achieving the 20••••25 year Dean\'s List with a 4.0. I am a member of the School of Business Executive Leadership Honors Program (SBEL) and the 21st Century Advantage Program (21 Cap) sponsored by Citi. These programs have challenged me to think strategically, collaborate effectively, and present solutions to real-world business problems through case studies, professional workshops, and corporate partnerships.My experiences include:Serving on the SBEL Public Relations Committee, where I create digital content and manage engagement strategies to highlight program initiatives.Interning at Sports Media Inc. as an Accounting and Research Intern, preparing financial databases and collaborating on market research with peers worldwide.Advancing to the final round in the Warburg Pincus Case Study Competition, where my team developed a $5 billion investment thesis and presented recommendations to industry professionals.Leading content and engagement for the Accounting Heritage Group, a professional community of accounting members.Volunteering with JA Finance Park and a local youth center, where I mentor students on financial literacy and personal finance skills.I am passionate about both accounting and marketing—whether it’s analyzing financial data to inform decision-making or designing strategies to elevate brand impact. My long-term career goal is to build a career in either accounting (CPA/forensic accounting) or marketing (brand and communications strategy), leveraging both my analytical skills and creative mindset.I am currently seeking internship opportunities in accounting or marketing to further develop my technical expertise and creative problem-solving abilities.

Experience

1. Real Estate Private Equity Intern

   Project Destined

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Participating in a 5-week real estate private equity training program, where I will be underwriting three multifamily deals in both team and individual settings, culminating in a private equity investment competition.

Education

• St. John's College High School

  4.45

  2020 — 2024

• Howard University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA

  2024 — 2028