Makida Lemma
Columbia
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasurer
International Student Association (ISA)
01.2024 - Current
- Manage and allocate club funds, ensuring financial transparency and budget compliance.
- Coordinate multicultural events and workshops promoting international student engagement.
- Partner with Student Life to secure funding and organize campus-wide events.
Volunteer Leader
Mahibere Kidusan (Online Youth Program)
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Lead virtual leadership and community sessions for youth across multiple regions.
- Organize digital fundraisers and coordinate outreach programs for education initiatives.
- Recognized for outstanding leadership and online event management.
Financial Analyst & Part-Owner
Maki Design
Addis Ababa
08.2023
- Conduct financial forecasts and analyze business performance for strategic planning.
- Create detailed budgets, optimize resource allocation, and monitor expense reports.
- Collaborate with marketing and design teams to align pricing and product strategies with customer demand.
- Lead initiatives to improve inventory tracking and profitability metrics.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration, Concentration: Finance
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05.2026
Skills
- C
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Financial analysis
- Data interpretation
- Communication
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Recognized by Howard CC Student Life for exceptional leadership in multicultural programming., 2024
- Implemented financial management workflows at Maki Design, improving reporting efficiency by 25%.
Projects And Initiatives
- Rocket Launch Party, Business Launch Event, 04/26, Organizing a large-scale brand launch event symbolizing the 'take-off' of Buna Roots Coffee., Overseeing event budgeting, sponsorship, and marketing coordination., Designing interactive experiences that blend business, innovation, and cultural storytelling.
- Ethical Coffee Entrepreneurship Plan, Spring 2024, Developed comprehensive market research and cost analysis for Buna Roots Coffee launch proposal., Presented sustainability framework emphasizing fair-trade sourcing and community development.
Technical Skills
C++, Python, HTML, CSS, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Financial Analysis, Data Interpretation, Communication, Leadership, Problem-Solving
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Amharic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer Leader
Mahibere Kidusan (Online Youth Program)
02.2024 - 12.2024
Treasurer
International Student Association (ISA)
01.2024 - Current
Financial Analyst & Part-Owner
Maki Design
08.2023
Associate of Arts - Business Administration, Concentration: Finance
Howard Community College