Emilia Dufresne

Emilia Dufresne is an undergraduate marketing student at the University of the Pacific’s Eberhardt School of Business in Stockton, California, where she is pursuing studies in marketing and marketing management. With a passion for creativity, digital media, and strategic communication, she has developed hands-on experience in social media marketing, content creation, brand partnerships, and campaign development. Currently serving as Lead Marketing Assistant at Pacific Recreation and a Social Media Marketing Intern with Pacific Athletics, Emilia applies her creative and analytical skills to strengthen brand visibility, increase audience engagement, and support university-wide marketing initiatives. Her entrepreneurial interests began early when she launched a dropshipping business in seventh grade, eventually inspiring her to pursue marketing professionally after initially studying dental hygiene and earning a registered dental assistant certification.

In her leadership roles, Emilia oversees marketing projects, coordinates team activities, develops content strategies, and supports promotional campaigns that connect organizations with their target audiences. As Vice President of Advertising, Promotions, and Social Media for the University of the Pacific’s American Marketing Association chapter, she leads collaborative marketing initiatives, manages digital communications, and contributes to brand development and organizational growth. She also serves on the executive board of Alpha Phi, where she supports merchandising, media, recruitment outreach, and member engagement. Through her work as a content creator and brand representative, Emilia has collaborated with numerous consumer brands on influencer marketing campaigns and promotional partnerships. Her digital platforms have generated more than 3.5 million impressions and attracted over 19,000 followers, demonstrating her ability to create engaging content and understand audience behavior. Her accomplishments include being named New Member of the Year across the university’s fraternity and sorority life chapters.

Beyond her professional and academic pursuits, Emilia is committed to community service, collaboration, and using her skills to make a positive impact. She has contributed to initiatives supporting formerly homeless families through Gonzaga Family Haven and previously served on its board, helping coordinate volunteer activities, donation drives, and community events. She has also supported accessibility in education through her leadership of the Peer Notes Club at Gonzaga Preparatory School and has participated in community oral health education initiatives for underserved children. At the University of the Pacific, she continues to explore opportunities that combine creativity, leadership, and service while strengthening her expertise in digital marketing and brand strategy. Seeking summer 2027 internship opportunities, Emilia looks forward to expanding her professional experience, building meaningful industry relationships, and helping organizations develop authentic marketing strategies that foster engagement, community, and long-term growth.