Charles Economou

KPMG – Audit Intern

January – Present

Assist with audit testing and analytical procedures to evaluate GAAP compliance and financial reporting risk across client engagements

Perform walkthroughs of key transaction cycles and document internal controls for design and effectiveness per audit standards

Support engagement teams with controls testing, financial reviews, and preparation of audit workpapers for audit conclusions

Illinois State University Campus Recreation – Customer Service Associate

April 2024 – Present

Support high-volume front-desk operations, handling transactions and assisting 150+ customers daily during peak hours

Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises – Business Operations Intern

May 2025 – August 2025

Built pro-forma P&L and cash flow models analyzing costs, revenue drivers, and profitability scenarios

Analyzed operational KPIs and margin trends to identify efficiency opportunities and support staffing and market research decisions

Placed 1st out of all intern teams in final presentation to 20+ executives by delivering data-driven financial insights

NASCAR Chicago Street Race & Windy City Smokeout – Operations Intern

August 2023 – August 2025

Managed inventory, cash handling, and sales flow during high-traffic, high-volume festival operations

Monitored demand patterns to support real-time operational decisions that maintained service speed and efficiency

Professional Sales Institute – Outreach Coordinator

August 2025 – Present

Coordinated outreach to 30+ companies and RSOs for ISU’s Golf & Networking Mixer, strengthening corporate sponsorships

Support career fairs by managing communication and partnership-related initiatives; placed first with ADM in golf portion

Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity – Treasurer

May 2025 – January 2026

Managed budgets, dues collection, and financial reporting for 80+ members while ensuring accuracy and transparency

Tracked expenses, monitored cash inflows/outflows, and supported budget vs. actual variance analysis for chapter leadership

Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity – Mentor

May 2025 – January 2026

Mentor a pledge through resume refinement, interview preparation, and long-term professional networking while providing structural guidance

Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity – Fundraising Chair

November 2024 – May 2025

Increased fundraising revenue 47% year-over-year through data-driven pricing and targeted outreach

Led 14 fundraising events, generating $1,100+ and built an Excel tracking system for monitoring event costs, revenues, profits, and ROI

Discovery Partners Institute – Career Catalyst Program Participant

May 2025 – June 2025

Selected for a competitive analytics-focused program with company visits, AI workshops, and professional development sessions

Business Week Mentorship Program – Mentor & Mentee

January 2025 – February 2025

Guided students in developing professional development skills through networking and career preparation sessions

Provided individualized mentorship and feedback throughout the program to strengthen participants’ career readiness