Meet our new Forge Assistants
Samantha Cook
Hometown: Seattle, Washington
Samantha is a sophomore majoring in Business Economics at the Eller College of Management, and minoring in Pre-Health Thematics. At the University of Arizona, she is involved in the medical volunteering clubs MexZona and Team Advocates Combating Overdose (TACO). Additionally, she serves as a New Member Educator Assistant for her sorority, Chi Omega.
"An entrepreneurial mindset means to be resilient and innovative. To stand behind your product/idea and really be able to sell it as well as sell yourself is necessary. You can only be successful as an entrepreneur if you are able to convince others to support your idea/product."
Samantha's favorite thing about the University of Arizona is its huge and happening campus that provides her with the opportunities to get involved. In her spare time, Samantha likes to bounce between many hobbies like embroidery and thrifting. Being able to create, reuse old pieces of clothing, and design new things is very exciting to her.
Otto Ellison
Hometown: Madison, Wisconsin
Otto is a freshman at the University of Arizona, currently studying Sports Management at the Eller School of Management, and is minoring in Esports. He also runs a club Mario Kart Team, which is currently the #1 Collegiate Team in the nation. He has experience with 3D Printing, Cooking, and Customer Service.
"Entrepreneurial Mindset means you have the ideas for making successful businesses and the abilities to execute those ideas."
His favorite thing about the University of Arizona is the heat and the people he meets. On top of school and work, Otto plays competitive Mario Kart for the UA Gaming Club.
Kimberly Ngomo
Hometown: Pennsylvania
Kimberly is a sophomore at the University of Arizona and is currently studying journalism and sociology. She chose the University of Arizona for its diversity, culture, and warm weather.
"An entrepreneurial mindset means using the resources you have, no matter how small or large, and using them to your advantage."
Her favorite thing about campus is the spirit and community. She likes that everyone is passionate about the values of the school and how it is reflected in each student and faculty member. When not in class, she enjoys writing, exploring the outdoors, and meeting new people. She chose to work at FORGE to surround herself with grounded, hardworking individuals that value growth and encouragement.