1879 Distilling Company
Kylie Brader
Kylie is a junior from St. Louis, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with emphases in Finance and Banking and Real Estate. She is also completing certificates in Sales and Customer Development and Global Business. An active member of Gamma Phi Beta, Kylie previously served as Assistant Philanthropy Chair. Her study abroad experience in Bergamo, Italy sparked a strong interest in international business, and she is eager to further explore the global marketplace through her internship with ITC.
Jack Darling
Jack is a junior from St. Charles, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and Banking. In summer 2025, he interned in Business Operations at Orchard Ltd. in London, England, where he developed a strong interest in international business. Jack looks forward to building on this experience and expanding his global perspective through his work with the international Trade Center
Grace Moore
Grace is a senior from St. Louis, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management, along with certificates in Human Resources and Global Business and a minor in Political Science. She recently completed an internship with Post Holdings in St. Louis as a Human Resources Compensation Intern. Through her International Trade Center internship, Grace is excited to deepen her understanding of international business and further develop her global market research skills.
Jon Scimeca
Jon is a senior from Round Lake, IL, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and a minor in Psychology. He has a strong interest in international markets and trade and is eager to gain hands-on experience through the International Trade Center internship. Jon looks forward to applying his skills, collaborating with others, and contributing to meaningful global business projects.
BioSpan Technologies
Katelyn Hess
Katelyn is a senior from Burnsville, MN, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with emphases in Finance and Banking and Real Estate, along with a minor in Architecture. She gained international experience while studying abroad in Dublin, Ireland, during the spring 2025 semester and most recently interned with Nacel Open Door, an international student exchange organization. Through her internship with the International Trade Center, Katelyn is excited to expand her skills in international trade analysis and global market research.
Aila Hotich
Aila is a senior from St. Louis, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management and a minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. As a first-generation American with international travel experience across Europe and Turkey, she has developed a strong appreciation for cultural differences. Aila looks forward to applying this global perspective through her internship with the International Trade Center.
Anna Navarro
Anna is a senior from Naperville, IL, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and a certificate in Corporate Finance. She has prior experience in financial analysis and global market research and recently studied abroad in Milan, Italy. Through her work with the International Trade Center, Anna is eager to support international market research and help businesses identify global growth opportunities.
AJ Perez
AJ is a senior from Cape Girardeau, MO, pursuing a degree in Business Management with minors in Entrepreneurship and Construction Management. At Mizzou, he is a member of the Men’s Soccer Team and actively involved in Sigma Nu Fraternity, where he has served as Diversity Chair. AJ also works as a Monster Energy Collegiate Ambassador, collaborating with student organizations to execute on-campus marketing activations and brand outreach. Through his ITC internship, AJ is excited to gain hands-on professional experience, expand his industry knowledge, and further develop skills that will prepare him for a successful career after graduation.
Paul Mueller Company (Team One)
Benjamin Naes
Benjamin is a senior from Imperial, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management and a certificate in Global Supply Chain Management. He brings prior experience in logistics and sales environments. Through his International Trade Center internship, Benjamin looks forward to applying his coursework in global markets and project management to support the success of his company project.
Hallie Ray
Hallie is a senior from Carthage, IL, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management and certificates in Global Business, Global Supply Chain Management, and Floral Design. She has completed internships with DOT Foods and ALDI USA and studied abroad in Bergamo, Italy. Hallie enjoys traveling and is excited to apply her global perspective through her work with the International Trade Center.
Parul Sahu
Parul is a junior from St. Louis, MO, pursuing a degree in Business Management with a minor in Entrepreneurship and certificates in Global Business and Sales & Customer Development. She previously completed an international marketing research internship focused on Southeast Asia expansion for Yaupon Brothers, presenting her findings to the company and staff the U.S. Embassy. Through her International Trade Center internship, Parul aims to deepen her understanding of how international market research informs global business and trade development.
Taylor Schoenke
Taylor is a senior from Milwaukee, WI, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with emphases in Finance and Banking and Real Estate, along with a certificate in Global Business. She gained international experience through a summer internship in Dublin, Ireland, with Ed Dempsey & Associates, a property sales and management firm. Through her International Trade Center internship, Taylor hopes to further explore international markets and build connections with Missouri-based businesses.
Paul Mueller Company (Team Two)
Grant Buechner
Grant is a junior from Warrenton, MO, pursuing a double major in Economics and Philosophy. He currently works in customer service at Veterans United Home Loans, assisting clients and developing strong communication skills. Through his International Trade Center internship, Grant is eager to apply theoretical insights from economics, trade, and game theory to better understand how businesses operate in global markets.
Jonathan Crespy
Jonathan is a junior from Columbia, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and a Bachelor of Arts in International Business, along with a minor in French Studies and certificates in Investments and Multicultural Studies. He recently completed a consulting internship with OCO Global in Germany and is currently interning at Veterans United. Through his International Trade Center internship, Jonathan is excited to further develop his global mindset and deepen his understanding of international trade.
Kylie Eschmann
Kylie is a junior from St. Louis, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing, a minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and certificates in Digital Marketing, Global Business, and Multicultural Studies. She gained international experience studying abroad in Bergamo, Italy during summer 2025 with the Trulaske Study Abroad program. Through her internship with the International Trade Center, Kylie hopes to deepen her understanding of global markets and international business strategy.
Julius Green
Julius is a senior from Kansas City, MO, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. He looks forward to his time with the International Trade Center to gain a deeper understanding of international market research and is eager to collaborate with peers who share an interest in global business.
Intern Student Assistants
Anna Sheedy
Anna is an MBA student from Leawood, KS, completing a certificate in Data Analytics as part of her graduate program. She recently graduated from the Trulaske College of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. During her undergraduate studies she was actively involved in leadership roles with Delta Sigma Pi, the Association of Trulaske Businesswomen, Chi Omega, and the Marketing Club. Anna gained professional experience through an internship with John Knox Village. As a student assistant for the International Trade Center she looks forward to serving as a supportive and reliable resource for interns in the program.
Caven Menezes
Caven is a senior from St. Charles, IL, pursuing dual degrees in Information Technology and Economics. He has gained professional experience through internships with Wabtec Corporation and the U.S. Department of Defense. He has also worked as a legal services associate at a local firm in Columbia and as an intern with the ITC (SP25), completing project work for LaRue Artesian Spring Water. On campus, he is involved with Summer Welcome, FarmHouse Fraternity, and the Greek Week Steering Committee. He is looking forward to using his experiences to help guide and support interns in the program.