Kate L - Research Program Mentor | Polygence
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Kate L

- Research Program Mentor

MBA candidate at Duke University

Expertise

Business, Finance, Sports & Entertainment Industry, Marketing, Strategy, Business Development, Management Consulting

Bio

I am currently pursuing my MBA at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, focusing on Strategy and Decision Sciences. Throughout my career, I’ve gained valuable experience across a variety of roles, including five years as a management consultant at Deloitte, where I led initiatives to standardize enterprise structures for global clients. Additionally, as an intern at Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, I conducted market research that helped shape product strategy and drive revenue growth for their sports betting app. These experiences have sharpened my expertise in strategic analysis, financial modeling, and business optimization. Outside of my professional and academic pursuits, I am passionate about personal finance and enjoy educating others on the fundamentals of building wealth. I’m also a big sports fan, particularly football, and have had the opportunity to work closely with the Duke Football Team during my internship. In my free time, I enjoy taking on DIY projects around my house, including flipping old furniture.

Project ideas

Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.

White-Paper: The Future of College Athletics with NIL

Utilize secondary research, including reviewing key court cases such as House v. NCAA and analyzing expert articles, alongside primary research through interviews with college athletic staff, to gain insights into the evolving landscape of college athletics in light of the introduction of NIL. The goal is to produce a comprehensive white paper that explores the future direction of college athletics under these new dynamics.

Guide/Course for Personal Finance

Develop a comprehensive guide or course on personal finance aimed at equipping individuals with the essential knowledge and tools to manage their finances effectively. The content will be designed for beginners and will include real-life examples and expert insights to make personal finance accessible and engaging.

Coding skills

SQLite, Tableau

Credentials

Work experience

Duke Football (2024 - 2024)
Strategy Intern
Caesars Sportsbook and Casino (2024 - 2024)
Product Strategy Intern
Deloitte (2018 - 2023)
Consultant
Bayer (2017 - 2018)
Finance and Controlling Intern

Education

North Carolina State University
BS Bachelor of Science (2018)
Business - Finance
Duke University
MBA Master of Business Administration candidate
Strategy & Decision Sciences

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