Lexia West
New Orleans,LA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NOLA Energy Fellow
Center for Graduate and Pre-Professional Education
New Orleans, LA
11.2025 - Current
- Participated in fellowship program to enhance energy education and develop career skills.
Consultant
Extern
Remote
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Consulted for Extern and New York Edge with PwC to diversify government funding streams and enhance brand awareness.
Event Intern
House of Joy
New Orleans, LA
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported the House of Joy team to deliver a successful event, focusing on attendee engagement and adoption.
Sustainability Student Worker
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Helped Develop Dillard University's first campus-wide tree care plan, enhancing environmental sustainability.
- Conducted tree inventory and analysis to provide data for sustainability initiatives.
Marketing Researcher
Extern
Remote
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched women's health issues on pelvic disorder awareness and developed outreach strategies that increased adoption and engagement.
- Analyzed surveys and data to identify trends that informed awareness campaigns, resulting in improved adoption and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Marketing Concentration, Accounting Minor
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA05-2026
Dual Enrollment - Eunice, LA
Louisiana State University of Eunice
Eunice, LA12-2023
Skills
- Project management
- Market Research
- Data Analysis
- Excel
- Brand Strategy
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Presentation
Projects Research Experience
- Tree Campus, Dillard University, Dillard University was recently recognized as a Tree Campus for its commitment to sustainability and campus forestry. I contributed to this achievement by helping create the tree inventory plan and tagging trees across campus to support accurate tracking and long-term care.
- Expansion of Urban Edge Network, Dillard University, I developed an expansion plan for Urban Edge Network as a marketing class project, focused on entering international markets, specifically England and South Africa. After meeting with one of the founders and personally asking which market he would prioritize, he identified South Africa. Based on his guidance, I centered my research on the South African market and created a strategy aligned with UEN's goals for global growth.
- Supply Chain Constraints on Marketing Professionals, Dillard University, I conducted a qualitative marketing research study on how cosmetic brands should respond to foundation shortages. Through interviews and analysis, I identified key themes like shade inclusivity and transparent communication, offering strategies to help brands maintain consumer trust during stockouts.
- Consumer Behavior, Dillard University, Conducted a consumer behavior analysis of Black Girls Code, identifying engagement gaps and opportunities, and developed strategies to enhance audience reach, brand visibility, and program impact for young women of color in tech.
Certification
- Certificate of Leadership, Leading Ladies Network International, 02/01/25, Present
- Forte Career Ready Certificate, Forte, 01/01/25, 01/31/25
Key Highlights
- Completed marketing research to inform business decisions and drive growth
- Pitched to companies like Garnier through National Sales Network
Leadership Experience
- Interim Recruitment Chair, National Council of Negro Women at Dillard University, New Orleans, LA, 12/01/25, Present, Empowers women of African descent through leadership, education, and community service initiatives.
- Director of Member Care and Recruitment, Leading Ladies of Dillard University, New Orleans, LA, 08/01/25, Present, A student organization that empowers and supports women on campus through leadership development, community service, networking opportunities, and programs focused on personal and professional growth.
- Vice President, Tri-Alpha Honor Society, New Orleans, LA, 09/01/25, Present, Recognizes high-achieving, first-generation college students, promoting leadership, service, and academic excellence.
- Volunteer Service Coordinator, P.E.A.C.E Council, New Orleans, LA, 08/01/24, 05/31/25, Promotes community engagement and violence awareness, fostering social responsibility through campus events and service initiatives.
Affiliations
Volunteer, Big Brother Big Sister Mentor
Accomplishments
Dean's List Recipient
Timeline
NOLA Energy Fellow
Center for Graduate and Pre-Professional Education
11.2025 - Current
Consultant
Extern
07.2025 - 08.2025
Event Intern
House of Joy
07.2025 - 07.2025
Sustainability Student Worker
Dillard University
10.2024 - 05.2025
Marketing Researcher
Extern
07.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Marketing Concentration, Accounting Minor
Dillard University
Dual Enrollment - Eunice, LA
Louisiana State University of Eunice