Objective

Participated in a transformative non-profit consulting project for Nae Thit Kyann Mar clinic in Myanmar, undertaken as part of the UCLA Social Enterprise Academy's Economics 173 program. The project aimed to identify a sustainable new venture to realize the clinic's social impact objectives while ensuring financial viability.

Overview

Engaged closely with Nae Thit Kyann Mar clinic to explore potential new ventures that align with their social impact mission. Overcame challenges including language barriers and time zone differences to conduct thorough research and analysis. Focused on presenting scalable and impactful opportunities to a panel of judges in a pitch competition.

Deliverables

Designed a strategic plan encompassing a new venture concept that aligned with the clinic's mission. Demonstrated the viability of the proposed venture through comprehensive research, analysis, and financial projections. Successfully secured $5,000 in prize money by presenting a compelling pitch to judges.

Key Takeaways

• Gained profound experience in non-profit consulting, learning to balance social impact with financial viability.
• Developed adaptability in overcoming challenges like language barriers and time zone differences, showcasing problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated effective teamwork and collaboration through consistent remote communication.
• Successfully combined research, empathy, and innovation to propose a scalable venture addressing a meaningful cause.
• Recognized the power of personal connections through patient interviews, gaining insights that enriched the proposed venture.