Aidan Moisés Thorne
About Aidan Moisés Thorne
Aidan Moisés Thorne is a Sales Strategy and Ops Intern at Rafay, with a background in economics and business administration. He is fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, and has experience in various roles, including as a line cook and summer camp counselor.
Work at Rafay
Aidan Moisés Thorne currently serves as a Sales Strategy and Ops Intern at Rafay, a role he has held since 2023. His position is based in Sunnyvale, California, and operates remotely. In this capacity, he focuses on developing sales strategies and optimizing operational processes to enhance the company's performance.
Education and Expertise
Aidan Moisés Thorne has pursued a diverse educational path. He studied at Barrett, The Honors College, where he focused on Business for nine months in 2021-2022. He then attended Elon University, specifically the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, for ten months in 2022-2023. Currently, he is enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, majoring in Economics with a minor in Business Administration, expected to complete his Bachelor's degree by 2025.
Background
Aidan is a first-generation American with Brazilian heritage. He moved from San Francisco, California, to Chapel Hill-Carrboro, North Carolina, during his first year of high school. This multicultural background is reflected in his fluency in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, which enhances his communication skills and cultural understanding.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current internship at Rafay, Aidan gained practical experience in various roles. He worked as a Line Cook at The Carolina Inn, a Destination Hotel, for one month in 2022. Additionally, he served as a Summer Camp Counselor at The Y (YMCA) for two months in 2022. These positions contributed to his development in teamwork and operational skills.
Community Involvement
Aidan actively seeks opportunities to contribute to his community, friends, and family. His passion for personal and professional growth is evident through his engagement in various activities during his undergraduate studies. He also participated in a study abroad program with IES Abroad, focusing on Sociology and Anthropology for two months in 2023.