Olivia Leigh Lacombe
Olivia Lacombe is a Finance major at Coastal Carolina University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Banking and Consumer Finance. She is set to graduate in May 2026 and currently holds a 3.97 GPA, earning consistent recognition on the Dean’s List and President’s List for academic excellence.
Olivia’s coursework includes Investment Analysis, Financial Markets and Institutions, and Business and Financial Analysis, which have strengthened her foundation in financial strategy and data-driven decision-making. She also received the University Presidential Scholarship, awarded for outstanding academic achievement.
Professionally, Olivia brings over five years of management and customer service experience from her role as Guest Services and Food Operations Manager at Front Royal Outdoors, where she oversees reservations, transactions, inventory, and staff coordination for large-scale operations. She also gained valuable communication and client service experience through seasonal work at Stribling Orchard, Inc.
Her leadership in operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and customer relations has honed her skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and strategic thinking—qualities she now applies to her finance studies and career development.
Passionate about investment and commercial banking, Olivia aims to combine her analytical skills and management background to deliver meaningful results in the financial sector. She is currently seeking a Summer 2025 internship that will allow her to expand her industry experience, contribute to organizational goals, and continue growing as a finance professional.
• American Culinary Federation: AlwaysFoodSafe- Food Protection Manager Certificate.
• Coastal Carolina University - B.Com.
• Dean's List Student
• Honor's Graduate
• Coastal Carolina Entrepreneurship Organization (CCEO)
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the unwavering support of my parents and my own dedication and perseverance.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received was from Mark Vanderberg, a financial planner at Vanguard. He told me, “Things are always going to be hard—either now or later. It’s like going to the gym: the workouts might not be enjoyable in the moment, but the effort you put in now will pay off in the long run.”
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to be fearless, stay confident, and work hard. Believe in your abilities, take on challenges with determination, and never underestimate the power of persistence.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the greatest opportunities in my field right now is the continuous learning experience — there’s always something new to discover and skills to develop. However, one of the main challenges remains the amount of manual labor involved, which can be both physically demanding and time-consuming.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me, both in my work and personal life, are respect, support, kindness, and leading by example. I believe in treating others with dignity, offering encouragement, and demonstrating through my actions the standards I hold myself to.