Verina Ishaak

Co-Op Intern, Finance Planning Department – Snakes Brand at PepsiCo

Analyzed actual financial data against forecasted plans to identify key variances and support strategic decision-making. Prepared closing presentation materials for the CEO, summarizing performance highlights and critical insights. Managed and streamlined discount, assessment, and marginal contribution files to ensure accuracy and accessibility. Developed and tested multiple financial scenarios, including Monthly Latest Estimates, Rolling Forecasts, and the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the upcoming year. Internship extended by one month in recognition of strong performance and contribution to the team.

Commercial & CSR Intern at Forni Brand, Edita Food Industries

Conducted market visits to assess product placement on shelves. Participated in product testing sessions to evaluate quality and consumer response. Assisted in sales forecasting and financial planning. Visited Edita-funded foundations to understand their operations and social impact.

Commercial & CSR Intern at Forni Brand, Edita Food Industries

Conducted market visits to assess product placement on shelves. Participated in product testing sessions to evaluate quality and consumer response. Assisted in sales forecasting and financial planning. Visited Edita-funded foundations to understand their operations and social impact.

Co-Op Intern, Finance Planning Department – Snakes Brand at PepsiCo

Analyzed actual financial data against forecasted plans to identify key variances and support strategic decision-making. Prepared closing presentation materials for the CEO, summarizing performance highlights and critical insights. Managed and streamlined discount, assessment, and marginal contribution files to ensure accuracy and accessibility. Developed and tested multiple financial scenarios, including monthly Latest Estimates, Rolling Forecasts, and the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the upcoming year. Internship extended by one month in recognition of strong performance and contribution to the team.

Egypt Branding and Tourism Marketing Extern at Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

Contributed to public relations, social media management, website development, strategic campaign planning, and market research.

Egypt Branding and Tourism Marketing Extern at Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

Contributed to various areas, including public relations, social media management, website development, strategic campaign planning, and market research.

Egypt Branding and Tourism Marketing Extern at Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

Contributed to public relations, social media management, website development, strategic campaign planning, and market research.

Business Student Ambassador at The American University in Cairo

Represented the business department, engaging with students and coordinating activities.

Egypt Branding and Tourism Marketing Extern at Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

Contributed to public relations, social media management, website development, strategic campaign planning, and market research.

Egypt Branding and Tourism Marketing Extern at Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

Contributed to public relations, social media management, website development, strategic campaign planning, and market research.

Business Student Ambassador at The American University in Cairo

Represented the Business Department and supported departmental events and outreach.

Business Student Ambassador at The American University in Cairo

Represented the Business Department, facilitated communications with students and faculty, and supported department initiatives to enhance student engagement.

Business Student Ambassador at The American University in Cairo

Representative supporting department initiatives and student engagement.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at Accounting Department, The American University in Cairo

Proctored exams, graded assignments, and tutored students during office hours.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in the Accounting Department, financial accounting course at The American University in Cairo

Proctored exams, graded assignments, and tutored students during office hours.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Accounting Department at The American University in Cairo

Proctored exams, graded assignments, and tutored students during office hours.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in the Accounting Department, financial accounting course at The American University in Cairo

Proctored exams, graded assignments, and tutored students during office hours.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Accounting Department (Financial Accounting) at The American University in Cairo

Proctored exams, graded assignments, and tutored students during office hours.

Marketing Intern at Decathlon (Headquarters) Egypt

Drafted budget plan for Pre-opening, opening, and post-opening of the new branch in Alexandria. Helped shape marketing strategy across platforms and retro-planned social media campaigns. Assisted with SMS messaging and punchlines for campaigns.

Marketing Intern at Decathlon’s headquarters office in Egypt

Drafted budget plan for the Pre-opening, opening, and post-opening of the new branch in Alexandria. Helped shape the marketing strategy for the new branch across multiple platforms and retro-planned the flow of our social media campaign. Assisted with the SMS message production and punchline selection for three campaigns.

Marketing Intern at Decathlon Egypt (Headquarters)

Drafted budget plan for the pre-opening, opening, and post-opening of the new branch in Alexandria. Helped shape the marketing strategy for the new branch across multiple platforms and retro-planned the flow of our social media campaign. Assisted with the SMS message production and punchline selection for three different campaigns.

Marketing Intern at Decathlon’s headquarters office in Egypt

Drafted budget plan for the Pre-opening, opening, and post-opening of the new branch in Alexandria. Helped shape the marketing strategy for the new branch across multiple platforms and retro-planned the flow of our social media campaign. Assisted with the SMS message production and punchline selection for each of three different campaigns.