Francesco Fava

Hardworking economics student at Fordham with a strong interest in finance, corporate banking, wealth management, and investment banking. Eager to gain practical business knowledge and valuable work experience through internships.

• Entrepreneurship and Business Creation: Participated in an intensive entrepreneurship course through the LEO program, developing a mock startup company and pitching innovative business ideas to Shark Tank investors. This hands-on experience enhanced my ability to build and refine business concepts from the ground up.
• Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at EVT: Led marketing efforts for EVT, a cutting-edge company offering a blended learning platform to equip local independent mechanic shops with electric vehicle (EV) technology expertise. Spearheaded the creation and implementation of comprehensive marketing strategies that successfully positioned EVT as a leader in the emerging EV education market.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration: Played a key leadership role in guiding a team through the complexities of business development. Fostered teamwork and collaboration, ensuring the cohesive execution of our shared vision.
• Public Speaking and Pitching: Significantly enhanced my public speaking and presentation skills by delivering high-stakes pitches to industry experts. Demonstrated the ability to effectively communicate our business model and growth potential, leading to positive feedback from investors.
• Award-Winning Business Model: Competed against 10 teams and secured 1st place in a high-profile entrepreneurship competition, winning a $5,000 investment for EVT. This achievement validated the innovative approach and market potential of our business model, highlighting EVT’s role in advancing electric vehicle technology education.