Jakob is a business management student at California State University San Marcos, specializing in global business management. He brings three years of field-based research experience, working with both quantitative and qualitative data on entrepreneurship and business-related topics. He currently serves as a research assistant at both the Ellis Idea Lab at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business and at California State University San Marcos, where he investigates trends in leadership and entrepreneurial ventures. Over the past two years, Jakob has supported local entrepreneurs by helping build a comprehensive resource database for San Diego County. Passionate about making a positive impact and connecting with a diverse network of professionals, he is currently exploring internship opportunities to further develop his passion for entrepreneurship and global business management.