

Mentorship has been a cornerstone of my growth, both personally and professionally. Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead contains a chapter titled “Are You My Mentor?” that resonates deeply with my own journey.
This winter break, I find myself immersed in a blend of storytelling and strategic preparation. Currently, I’m in Washington to attend the African Achievement Awards, where I’ve been honored with a nomination for the Best International Youth Empowerment Award. While here, I couldn’t pass up the chance to visit the Microsoft campus in Redmond.
I will be honest—I have not really gamed in what feels like near two decades. Apart from the occasional interaction with my phone games, I have not engaged with games in great detail in a long time. As I’ve grown professionally, I’ve come to appreciate the intricate ecosystems behind successful brands, and Xbox stands out as a beacon of innovation and strategy. When I was offered the opportunity to join the Xbox team for my summer MBA internship, I knew it was time to dive deeper into the brand’s story.
If you are reading this, it means the Eli Broad College of Business (Michigan State University) MBA Class of 2026 has officially completed Semester 1 (of 4) of their studies. I cannot begin to describe the sheer whirlwind of this first semester—it’s been exhilarating, challenging, humbling, and deeply transformative.