Career Portfolio

Justin
Mathews

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This portfolio shares my career journey and was fully vibe-coded by me using VS Code and Claude Code.

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University of VermontBurlington, VT
B.S. in Business Administration (Finance & Accounting), Minor in Statistics and EconomicsSept 2024–Jun 2028
  • GPA: 3.48 | Merit-based scholarship | Dean’s List
  • Finance and Investment Club: Stock pitching, financial modeling, and company valuation

Professional Experience

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Qnity Electronics Inc.Wilmington, DE
AI Productivity & Enablement Intern: Digital Transformation and Internal ConsultingMay 2026–Aug 2026
  • Selected for a competitive AI transformation internship supporting enterprise-wide Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption during Qnity Electronics’ split-off from DuPont through its Project Independence initiative
  • Delivered 60+ one-on-one Copilot consulting engagements with 40 employees across Finance, Audit, HR, and Digital Technology, helping drive a 25% increase in AI adoption and more effective time management
  • Led Elevate with Copilot, a month-long global enablement initiative engaging executives and senior leaders to expand AI adoption, increase awareness of business applications, and promote value creation through AI
  • Drove identification of high-impact AI use cases that streamlined workflows, reduced administrative workload, and improved employee productivity across multiple functions, allowing for more value-adding engagements
  • Created extensive enterprise AI communications, training resources, and adoption guidance that generated consistently positive feedback and strengthened workforce readiness
  • Advised teams on process redesign and automation opportunities, enabling more effective use of Microsoft 365 Copilot to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort of administrative tasks
  • Partnered with stakeholders across the organization to embed AI into business operations, supporting Project Independence goals and organization-wide productivity improvements
Flip ConsignmentChatham, NJ
Sales Associate: Management of Store Operations2016–Jun 2023
  • Unofficial: 2016–Jul 2021
  • Official: Aug 2021–Jun 2023
  • Directed day-to-day retail operations across sales, merchandising, and customer service, optimizing store performance and delivering a consistently high-quality customer experience
  • Redesigned inventory intake, tagging, and organization processes to improve operational efficiency, reduce discrepancies, and accelerate inventory turnover
  • Developed and executed targeted marketing and merchandising initiatives that increased product visibility, enhanced customer engagement, and contributed to revenue growth

Leadership Experience

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UVM AI & Emerging Technologies Fellowship ProgramBurlington, VT
Student Lead: AI Innovation and Strategic Decision-MakingDec 2025–Present
  • Structured funding allocation processes to evaluate ROI and prioritize high-value initiatives
  • Designed and launched an AI-focused student-driven innovation program, enabling cross-functional teams to develop high-impact solutions to institutional challenges
Grossman Case Competition AssociationBurlington, VT
Member: Financial Analysis and ConsultingJan 2026–Present
  • Earned 3rd among 15 teams in the Grossman Dean's Cup by developing and presenting an Amazon supply chain strategy focused on cost optimization and operational efficiency
  • Awarded Best Presenter at Challenger Cup 2026 for delivering a sustainability-focused business solution supported by financial and operational analysis
  • Performed market research, financial analysis, and strategic evaluation to develop data-driven recommendations
Pi Kappa Alpha International FraternityBurlington, VT
Head of Recruitment: Strategic Communication and Brand StewardshipAug 2025–Present
  • Led the full recruitment strategy for a 65+ member organization, overseeing planning, outreach, budgeting, and execution across multiple recruitment cycles.
  • Managed a team of committee members, delegating responsibilities, coordinating schedules, and ensuring consistent communication to hit membership targets.
  • Built relationships with prospective members, campus partners, and internal stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s brand and attract high-quality candidates.

Skills & Interests

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Skills: AI-first productivity | Vibe coding with Copilot | Prompt design | Workflow automation | Equity Research | Valuation | Financial Statement Analysis | Budgeting | Excel | PowerPoint | Microsoft 365 Copilot | Claude | Chat-GPT | R (ggplot2, dplyr) | Process Improvement | Data Visualization | AI Enablement | ROI Analysis

Interests: Fly Fishing | Scaling Mountains | Cooking | Investing | Snowboarding | AI in Business | Vibe coding | Case Competitions

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Profile & Career Timeline

My experience spans customer-facing retail and sales to enterprise AI enablement and internal consulting. I look for slow or unclear processes, quantify the value of improving them, and help the people involved adopt change.

At the University of Vermont, I study Finance & Accounting and minor in Economics and Statistics. I’m building on that analytical foundation through coursework, case competitions, and leadership.

Financial Analysis

Financial statement analysis, modeling, valuation, ROI evaluation and budgeting, developed through coursework, the Finance & Investment Club, and case competitions.

AI & Digital Transformation

Diagnosing workflow bottlenecks, deploying AI automation, and driving adoption across Finance, Audit, HR and Digital Technology teams.

Communication & Leadership

Best Presenter award, 60+ one-on-one Copilot consulting engagements, 30+ sales presentations, recruitment leadership and helping raise $25K for charity.

Career at a Glance · 2016–2028

Professional experience Leadership & Involvement Education Expected ★ Featured in Resume
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Education

University of Vermont, Grossman School of Business

Sept 2024 – Jun 2028 (expected)
B.S. in Business Administration, Finance & Accounting · Minor in Statistics and Economics · Burlington, VT
Academic standing
  • GPA: 3.48.
  • Dean’s List.
  • Merit-based scholarship recipient.
Academic involvement
  • Finance & Investment Club: stock pitching, financial modeling, and company valuation (see Section 04).
  • Grossman Case Competition Association: competitive consulting and financial-analysis cases (see Sections 04 and 05).
  • UVM AI & Emerging Technologies Fellowship: Student Lead (see Section 04).
Relevant coursework
  • Managerial Finance: Capital budgeting, business valuation, financing decisions, cash-flow analysis, and investment risk and return.
  • Managerial Accounting: Cost behavior, budgeting, variance analysis, and using financial information for internal decisions.
  • Decision Analysis: Linear programming, optimization models, and structured analytical problem-solving.
  • International Financial Management: International financial decisions, capital allocation, and foreign exchange risk analysis.
  • Financial Accounting: Journal entries, financial statement analysis, asset disposal, and depreciation methods.
  • Data Science: Basic R programming with ggplot2, dplyr, and tidyverse workflows for data analysis.
  • Econometrics: Applying statistical methods and regression analysis to examine economic and financial relationships.
  • Microeconomics & Macroeconomics: Consumer and firm decisions, market behavior, economic growth, inflation, and monetary and fiscal policy.
FinanceAccountingStatisticsEconomicsRExcel
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Professional Experience

Every role I have held, with the full context and detail a one-page resume can’t fit.

Qnity Electronics Inc.

  • Selected for a competitive AI transformation internship supporting enterprise-wide Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption during Qnity Electronics’ split-off from DuPont through its Project Independence initiative
  • Delivered 60+ one-on-one Copilot consulting engagements with 40 employees across Finance, Audit, HR, and Digital Technology, helping drive a 25% increase in AI adoption and more effective time management
  • Led Elevate with Copilot, a month-long global enablement initiative engaging executives and senior leaders to expand AI adoption, increase awareness of business applications, and promote value creation through AI
  • Drove identification of high-impact AI use cases that streamlined workflows, reduced administrative workload, and improved employee productivity across multiple functions, allowing for more value-adding engagements
  • Created extensive enterprise AI communications, training resources, and adoption guidance that generated consistently positive feedback and strengthened workforce readiness
  • Advised teams on process redesign and automation opportunities, enabling more effective use of Microsoft 365 Copilot to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort of administrative tasks
  • Partnered with stakeholders across the organization to embed AI into business operations, supporting Project Independence goals and organization-wide productivity improvements

Flip Consignment

Informally involved from 2016–Jul 2021
What I did
  • Directed day-to-day retail operations across sales, merchandising and customer service, optimizing store performance and delivering a consistently high-quality customer experience.
  • Redesigned inventory intake, tagging and organization processes to improve operational efficiency, reduce discrepancies and accelerate inventory turnover.
  • Developed and executed targeted marketing and merchandising initiatives that increased product visibility, enhanced customer engagement and contributed to revenue growth.
  • Evaluated, researched and priced consignment products, and created marketing content (videos, photos and graphics).
Retail operationsInventory & POSPricingMarketing contentCustomer retention

Tap (eat_tap)

What I did
  • Managed customer orders, point-of-sale transactions, and product fulfillment in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and service quality.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency, reduce wait times, and enhance overall customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared beverages and food items to brand standards, ensuring consistency, quality control, and attention to detail.
  • Supported daily operational tasks including inventory restocking, equipment upkeep, and store readiness to maintain smooth business operations.
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere and increased repeat business.
Customer servicePOS operationsInventoryWorkflow efficiencyBrand standards

Vector Marketing

What I did
  • Delivered 30+ in-home Cutco client presentations and sold kitchen products through product demonstrations, focusing on customer education and clearly communicating product value, quality, and long-term benefits.
  • Managed the full sales cycle, including prospecting, cold calling, scheduling appointments, conducting product demos, closing deals, processing orders, and handling cash transactions with accuracy.
  • Used strong communication and influencing skills to tailor product recommendations, address customer questions, and build trust throughout the buying process.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, follow-ups, and sales performance, contributing to consistent pipeline activity and repeat business.
  • Strengthened resilience and goal-orientation by working in a performance-driven environment that required self-motivation, time management, and disciplined outreach.
Full-cycle salesProspectingProduct demonstrationsCustomer relationship managementTime management

The Gravity Vault Indoor Rock Gyms

What I did
  • Managed group classes, private sessions, and birthday events while maintaining a safe and engaging environment for participants of all ages.
  • Oversaw point-of-sale transactions, membership inquiries, and customer check-ins with strong attention to accuracy and service quality.
  • Coordinated scheduling, equipment setup, and facility readiness to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Built strong relationships with returning customers and families, contributing to higher retention and positive word-of-mouth.
InstructionSafety & risk managementCustomer serviceSalesOperations
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Leadership & Involvement

UVM AI & Emerging Technologies Fellowship Program

AI Innovation and Strategic Decision-Making
  • Set up funding allocation processes that evaluate ROI and prioritize high-value initiatives.
  • Designed and launched a student-driven AI innovation program in which cross-functional teams develop solutions to institutional challenges.
ROI analysisCapital allocationProgram designAI strategy

Grossman Case Competition Association

Financial Analysis and Consulting
  • Earned 3rd place out of 15 teams at the Grossman Dean’s Cup, an Amazon supply chain management case competition.
  • Awarded Best Presenter at the 2026 Challenger Cup, a 24-hour sustainable business strategy case competition.
  • Analyze real-world business cases across industries, applying financial modeling, market research, and strategic frameworks to develop actionable recommendations.
  • Present case solutions to judges and industry professionals, strengthening skills in structured communication, data storytelling, and executive-level presentation delivery.
  • Collaborate with teammates under tight deadlines, leveraging diverse perspectives to refine insights, pressure-test assumptions, and produce high-quality deliverables.
Case strategyFinancial modelingMarket researchSupply chainData storytellingExecutive presentationTeamwork

Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity

Strategic Communication and Brand Stewardship
  • Led the full recruitment strategy for a 65+ member organization, overseeing planning, outreach, budgeting, and execution across multiple recruitment cycles.
  • Managed a team of committee members, delegating responsibilities, coordinating schedules, and ensuring consistent communication to hit membership targets.
  • Built relationships with prospective members, campus partners, and internal stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s brand and attract high-quality candidates.
Recruitment strategyBudgetingStakeholder managementBrand strategyLeadership

Finance & Investment Club, University of Vermont

  • Hands-on experience with stock pitching, financial modeling and company valuation.
  • Built a stronger analytical understanding of equity markets and current economic events.
Equity researchValuationFinancial modeling

Links Leader Program, Chatham High School

  • Mentored a group of freshmen through the academic and social challenges of starting high school.
  • Led workshops on time management, study habits and digital tools.
MentorshipWorkshop facilitation

Temple Sinai

  • Played percussion as an active member of the volunteer band.
Community serviceMusic
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Awards & Competitions

Case Competitions

2026
3rd / 15

Grossman Dean’s Cup

Amazon supply chain management case competition.

2026
Best Presenter

Challenger Cup

24-hour sustainable business strategy case competition.

Other Awards

UVM
Dean’s List

University of Vermont

Recognized for academic achievement.

UVM
Merit Scholarship

University of Vermont

Merit-based scholarship recipient.

2025 – Present
$25,000 over 1 year

Hilarity for Charity

Helped raise funds with Pi Kappa Alpha through fundraising events and walk-a-thons.

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Charity

Hilarity for Charity

2025 – Present
Fundraising and Community Support · In support of the Alzheimer’s Association
Hilarity for Charity, the Seth Rogen–supported initiative for the Alzheimer’s Association

Hilarity for Charity brings together entertainment, community engagement, and philanthropy to support the Alzheimer’s Association.

  • Supported fundraising efforts through Pi Kappa Alpha and campus-based community events that also brought together friends, classmates, and supporters around a common cause.
  • Contributed to a broader effort to generate awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and the critical importance of research, caregiving, and support services provided by the Alzheimer’s Association.
  • Built enthusiasm around the Hilarity for Charity model by emphasizing both social impact and the power of comedy to rally a community toward a meaningful mission.
Impact: Helped raise $25,000 over 1 year in support of the Alzheimer’s Association through community events and philanthropy.
FundraisingCommunity serviceAlzheimer’s AssociationComedy for a causeAwareness
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Skills Matrix

I’m strongest at AI-enabled problem solving: turning ideas into useful solutions quickly, with Copilot, automation, and business-first thinking layered in—and bringing that same analytical mindset to finance, where data and insight can drive better decisions.

SkillWhere I’ve applied it
AI & Workflow Automation
AI workflow design & automationQnity AI enablement; workflow diagnostics; process redesign across business teams
Prompting, Copilot adoption, and rapid prototyping60+ consulting engagements helping employees turn AI into everyday workflow wins
Microsoft 365 CopilotQnity: 60+ consulting engagements with 40 employees; AI-assisted workflow design, ideation, drafting, and automation across business teams
AI-assisted storytelling & communicationCase competition decks, executive-ready presentations, and internal enablement materials
Finance
Financial statement analysisFinance & Accounting coursework; case competitions
Financial modeling & valuationFinance & Investment Club stock pitches; Grossman case competitions
Investment analysisFinance & Investment Club
ROI analysis & budgetingAI Fellowship funding allocation; Qnity automation initiatives
Data & Technology
Microsoft ExcelFinancial modeling; coursework; case analysis
R (ggplot2, dplyr)Statistics minor; data analysis and visualization
PowerPoint & data visualizationCase competition decks; Qnity communication initiatives
Inventory & point-of-sale systemsFlip Consignment
Strategy & Analysis
Process improvementQnity workflow diagnostics; Flip Consignment store operations
Market research & strategic evaluationGrossman Dean’s Cup and Challenger Cup
Strategic problem-solvingInternal consulting at Qnity; case competitions
People & Communication
Presenting & public speakingChallenger Cup Best Presenter; 30+ Cutco client presentations
Training & enablement60+ Qnity consulting engagements; Gravity Vault climbing classes; Links Leader workshops
Sales & relationship buildingVector Marketing; Flip Consignment; Gravity Vault
Leadership & recruitmentPi Kappa Alpha Head of Recruitment; AI Fellowship Student Lead
Marketing & content creationFlip Consignment videos, photos and graphics; Pi Kappa Alpha brand communication

Grossman Dean’s Cup · Slide 1 of 32

Grossman Dean’s Cup presentation, slide 1