Benjamin Taylor
Elon
Summary
Honors Fellow at Elon University studying Finance & Accounting with a focus on investment banking and private equity. Actively pursuing opportunities in the search fund sector to gain hands-on experience in deal sourcing, financial modeling, and small business operations. Brings a foundation of analytical coursework, strategy internship experience, and leadership skills to support entrepreneurial investment teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Strategy Intern
Harvard Ventures Tech Summer Program – DocuBridge
- 06.2025
- Supported development of DocuBridge’s AI-powered Excel automation system by analyzing client onboarding workflows and documenting process improvements.
- Conducted industry research and learned best practices in building customized automation tools for finance teams.
- Worked on initiatives to grow website traffic and digital visibility, contributing to increases in user engagement.
Founder & Project Lead
Modular STEM Kit – National STEM Festival Selection
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Designed a modular STEM kit for underserved classrooms, integrating mechanical and electrical components into one low-cost teaching tool.
- Selected as 1 of 120 students nationwide to present at the National STEM Festival; pitched projects to members of Congress, congressional staff, and C-level executives from top STEM-industry sponsors.
- Led product design, budgeting, and pitch strategy, demonstrating entrepreneurial execution and project management.
Education
B.S. - Finance & Accounting, Honors Fellow
Elon University – Martha & Spencer Love School of Business
Elon, NC05.2028
Skills
- Certifications: Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) — in progress through the Corporate Finance Institute (training includes advanced Excel modeling, DCF valuation, M&A modeling, LBO analysis, and comparable company analysis)
- Technical: Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, financial modeling), PowerPoint, Google Workspace, SEO/analytics tools
- Other: Research, industry analysis, project management, leadership
Websites
Awards
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America | Memphis, TN | 2025, Attained Eagle Scout rank after leading 8 peers to complete a facility renovation for Revolutions Bike Shop., Served as Senior Patrol Leader (highest youth leadership position), overseeing ~70 Scouts and 20 adults; organized 12 major trips, including a 3-week backpacking trek in New Mexico and a 2-week sailing expedition in the Bahamas., DECA – Career Development Project Management Division | Memphis, TN | 2024, Placed in top 10% statewide by leading a team of three in designing and executing a career exploration event that reached 2,000+ high-school seniors., National STEM Festival – National STEM Champion | Washington, DC | 2024, Selected as 1 of 120 students nationally to participate in a week-long program highlighting innovation and entrepreneurship.
Timeline
Founder & Project Lead
Modular STEM Kit – National STEM Festival Selection
05.2024 - 05.2025
Strategy Intern
Harvard Ventures Tech Summer Program – DocuBridge
- 06.2025
B.S. - Finance & Accounting, Honors Fellow
Elon University – Martha & Spencer Love School of Business
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