Mizna Kanafani
About Mizna Kanafani
Mizna Kanafani is an MBA intern specializing in project finance, currently working at Summit Ridge Energy. She has a background in corporate strategy and environmental science, and has received the Forte Fellowship for her MBA studies at Georgetown University.
Work at Summit Ridge Energy
Mizna Kanafani currently holds the position of MBA Intern in Project Finance at Summit Ridge Energy. She began this role in 2023 and is expected to contribute her expertise in corporate strategy and sustainable practices. Her work focuses on integrating financial strategies with clean technology initiatives, aligning with the company's commitment to renewable energy solutions.
Education and Expertise
Mizna Kanafani is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, with an expected graduation in 2024. She was awarded the Forte Fellowship, which supports women in their MBA pursuits. Prior to her MBA, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science from Auburn University, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. This educational background supports her aim to work at the intersection of corporate strategy and clean technology.
Background in Corporate Strategy
Mizna Kanafani has extensive experience in corporate strategy, having worked at EAB in various roles from 2018 to 2022. She served as a Corporate Strategy Analyst and Senior Analyst, where she focused on strategic initiatives and new ventures. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Coordinator in Corporate Strategy & New Ventures for 11 months in 2018. Her experience at EAB provided her with a solid foundation in corporate strategy.
Consulting Experience
Mizna Kanafani has experience in consulting, having worked as a Strategy Consultant at Compass Pro Bono from 2021 to 2022. In this role, she applied her strategic skills to support nonprofit organizations. Earlier in her career, she also served as a Coordinator at the Advisory Board for three months in 2017, further enhancing her consulting capabilities.
Sustainability Focus
Mizna Kanafani's background in Environmental Science informs her focus on sustainability in business practices. She aims to integrate sustainable strategies within corporate frameworks, reflecting her commitment to environmental stewardship. Her role as Office of Sustainability Assistant at Auburn University from 2016 to 2017 provided her with practical experience in sustainability initiatives.