Cole Powell
About Cole Powell
Cole Powell is an Associate Editor and Business Director at Tink Knit, with a focus on impact-oriented business solutions. He studies International and Public Affairs and Classical Studies at Brown University, while also engaging in various consulting and marketing roles.
Work at Brown Political Review
Cole Powell serves as an Associate Editor at Brown Political Review, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he contributes to the publication's mission of fostering informed political discourse among the Brown University community. His responsibilities include editing articles, collaborating with writers, and ensuring the quality of content published by the review.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at Brown Political Review, Cole Powell is actively involved in several organizations. He has been the Business Director at Tink Knit since 2021, overseeing business operations. He also serves as an Associate Consultant at Brown Consulting Club and is a Marketing and Design Team Member for the Brown University Entrepreneurship Program. Additionally, he is a Business Committee Member for Fashion@Brown, contributing to various initiatives within these organizations.
Education and Expertise
Cole Powell is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree at Brown University, focusing on International and Public Affairs with a Development Track, as well as Classical, Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology. His studies, which span from 2020 to 2024, emphasize the intersection of economics and global commerce, particularly the interactions between U.S. and global markets. He engages in intensive linguocultural study alongside his entrepreneurial pursuits.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current roles, Cole Powell worked as a Barista at Main Street Coffee & Ice Cream from 2019 to 2021. He also had a brief tenure at McKinsey & Company in 2021, participating in the GLAM Leadership Summit for one month. These experiences contributed to his development of interpersonal skills and understanding of organizational dynamics.
Published Work
Cole Powell authored an article titled 'Seoul Sucking,' which discusses Bong Joon-ho’s film 'Parasite' and its commentary on South Korean class struggle. This publication reflects his interest in cultural studies and the socio-economic issues presented in contemporary media.