Jim Thuring

I'm a motivated individual with a passion for diverse experiences and challenges. I blend my analytical mind and innovative thinking to drive meaningful impact. From founding ‘Pathfinders Dreams’ to my role as a Teaching Assistant at Erasmus University's Rotterdam School of Management, I've honed exceptional communication skills, fostering collaboration and unity among diverse stakeholders.

Teaching Assistant at Erasmus University (Rotterdam School of Management): March 2022 - Present. Facilitating workshops, orchestrating simulations, and chairing plenary sessions for the International Business Landscape course. Proficient in resolution and position paper writing skills. Organize simulation setups and structures.

Student Intern at Young Africa Zimbabwe: July 2021 - November 2021. Spearheaded an inaugural organizational culture study, yielding valuable insights for reporting. Designed and delivered entrepreneurship sessions to cultivate creative mindsets among students.

CEO and Founder of Pathfinder Dreams: 2021 - Present. Pioneered initiatives to spotlight the hidden Victoria Falls music culture, bridging the tourism-music gap, and providing a platform for youth talent. Leveraged strong communication skills to unite stakeholders and empower artists.

Master In Global Business and Sustainability - Erasmus University: 2023-Present. Starting a Master's to bridge my public and private sector understanding of societal challenges.

Bachelor of Public Administration - Erasmus University: 2019-2022. Gained comprehensive knowledge in public administration, evaluating societal challenges and approaches to solutions.

Data Analyst Certification in SQL - DataCamp: August 2023. Acquired proficiency in SQL, enhancing data analysis capabilities.

Statistics for Business Analytics Course - University of Queensland: July 2023. Strengthened statistical knowledge to drive informed decision-making.

International Baccalaureate Diploma - International School of The Hague: 2017-2019 Explored interest group access to Dutch policy-making during crises for thesis.