Steph Shields

I am a 19-year-old Northwestern University junior from CA, currently studying political science and entrepreneurship with a focus on public policy and social impact.

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Originally from Hillsborough, CA, I was raised with an entrepreneurial spirit that has included founding two nonprofits, coding three apps, and creating a program to increase fundraising efficiency that I have used on several political campaigns. At Northwestern, I serve as Chief of Staff for the Associated Student Government, a writer with Spoon University, a tutor for Books & Breakfast, and on the corporate team of MayFest Productions. I also worked as a teaching assistant for an entrepreneurship class through the Farley Center. Last summer, I interned on the regulatory affairs team at Invenergy.

Regulatory Affairs Intern at Invenergy

JUN 2022 – AUG 2022

• Drafted research, memos, and other materials on state and federal economic regulators, transmission service providers, and regional trade associations to optimize Invenergy’s strategy in wholesale electricity markets
• Monitored state energy policy initiatives concerning regulatory proceedings of state public service commissions
• Analyzed policy impacts on business opportunities and proposed strategy for internal business groups
• Assisted in obtaining regulatory approvals for Invenergy led initiatives and commercial transactions
• Shadowed and participated in meetings with industry executives

Project Manager at AmbassCo

FEB 2021 – AUG 2022

Directly managed 10,000+ Ambassadors from across the US to coordinate the execution of all tasks for client projects. Ensured thorough completion of surveys and participation in focus groups/panel discussions. Drafted and sent all Ambassador communications via email and text. Managed project set-up and progress.

Senior Intern Manager at WomenCount

AUG 2019 – FEB 2021

Organized fundraising events for two nonprofits focused on female political candidates, researched female politicians, and created slates for the website. Personally raised $150,000 for candidates. Managed a team of five interns, conducted trainings, and ensured timely completion of all projects. Completed marketing projects for the website, newsletter, Instagram, and PR efforts.

Finance Intern at Nicole Galloway for Missouri

JUL 2020 – OCT 2020

Assisted with fundraising events, researching prospective donors, and maintaining the donor database. Worked twelve-hour weeks participating in fundraising planning meetings and shadowing staff in their responsibilities.

Teaching Assistant at the Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

DEC 2021 – JUN 2022

• Developed entrepreneurial course content with Professor
• Mentored students on how to develop their ventures
• Guest lectured on several topics, including Blue Ocean Strategy
• Answered student questions
• Maintained confidentiality for grading assignments

Compliance Associate at Theresa Greenfield for Iowa

JUL 2020 – NOV 2020

Only intern to be promoted to a full-time finance staffer for the Greenfield campaign, focused on compliance work. Assisted with fundraising events, researched prospective donors, and maintained the donor database. Led finance meetings, discussed policy, shadowed staff, double-dialed for call time, and reviewed business strategies.

Intern at Palo Alto Investors

JUN 2020

Interned for Palo Alto Investors. Heard, assisted, and interacted with an exclusive set of innovators and entrepreneurs, including Dr. Joon Yun, Paul Holland, Mike Schuh, Reed Hastings, Dr. Charles Cho, Michael Mauboussin.

Lead Camp Counselor at Sugar Bowl Academy Summer Camps

JUL 2021 – AUG 2021

Single-handedly led a group of thirteen 3-4 year olds, managed conflict resolution to regulate safety and care of all. Independently scheduled and executed all crafts, games, hikes, lunches, and numerous other activities for campers.