Emil Chaia

Conducting pivotal research for SCU's Center for Sustainability, I'm critically analyzing Northern California financial securities supporting decarbonization, emphasizing green bonds. The study aims to understand their strengths, limitations, and accessibility to Latino-owned SMEs, identifying market gaps and opportunities for enhancing decarbonization within the Latino business community. This work contributes to the broader sustainability goals of Northern California, integrating my finance background, passion for sustainability, and commitment to fostering sustainable and equitable economic growth while aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. My experience as a Latino raised in Mexico City deeply informs my engagement with sustainability and climate change initiatives.

As a Student Advisor at Broncos Entrepreneurship Advisory Clinic Hours (BEACH) under SCU's Ciocca Center, I engage in a dynamic advisory service that supports startups and small companies. Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of business and law students, I provide essential business advice to 2-3 clients over two months, backed by comprehensive research and actionable recommendations. Guided by experienced professionals, this role allows me to apply my academic knowledge to solve real business challenges while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in legal and business advisory within a startup environment.

As a Campus Manager at Fresh Prints, I blend an entrepreneurial spirit with campus life. My role involves spearheading the customization for various campus groups and managing details from the initial pitch to successful delivery. My role also involves building connections and fostering relationships.

As the Director of Marketing for Into The Wild, my role encompassed raising brand awareness and engagement for our outdoor experiences on and off-campus. I developed marketing strategies, maintained our digital presence, and managed the design, procurement, and sales of our merchandise. Leveraging various digital platforms and my design skills, I enhanced our brand's reach. My creativity, ability to transform ideas into campaigns, and strong interpersonal skills were crucial for collaborating with the larger team and university coordinators, refining strategies, and ensuring successful marketing.

As a Counseling Staff Member, I played a role in shaping memorable and enriching camp experiences. My duties spanned from guiding campers in their personal growth to supervising their daily activities, aiming to foster a safe, fun, and stimulating environment. I lived among the campers, creating individualized weekly reports to parents, maintaining discipline, and setting a positive example. I was committed to empowering each camper to learn, grow, and "act spontaneously in the right," shaping their entire camp experience.