Bringing visions to life

At the age of 17, Eliott Wahba (BSBA ’23, MS Marketing ’24) moved from Brussels, Belgium, to the United States. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, starting his own business has always been on the forefront of his mind; thanks to Warrington’s MS Marketing program, this vision became a reality. 

Since he was 14 years old, Wahba was outpouring with business ideas. His parents were both successful entrepreneurs, first at a Belgian waffle company and then on the internet. Their example and ambition inspired Wahba to create an online business of his own. 

As a dual citizen in Belgium and the United States, Wahba knew he would eventually move to Florida. When he officially moved, he spoke French fluently but knew little English. He began his higher education at Florida Atlantic University. However, after attending a life-changing game day in The Swamp with his older brother (a UF senior at the time), he transferred to the University of Florida. 

In 2023, Wahba graduated UF with a degree in business administration and as a member of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. Throughout his time at Warrington, he learned everything from law, finance, accounting, marketing, all critical fields to know as a CEO of your own company. 

When selecting where he would want to pursue his graduate degree, UF’s MS Marketing program aligned perfectly with his aspirations. 

“I wanted to learn how to market my company to be known, have a brand identity and have visibility,” Wahba said. 

Wahba’s coursework significantly contributed to his company’s establishment. Throughout the program, he created an identity and marketing plan for his own company. His courses also built his analysis, negotiation and relationship skills and foster conversations with skilled professors who started their own companies. 

“At UF, I had to do a few market analyses; I analyzed the design and internet industry,” Wahba said. “I found a gap where I could put my foot in the industry and do it better!”

The day after graduation, Wahba began the business plan for his company. That August, DolFinContent began, and its website launched shortly after. 

Only a year old, DolFinContent is a graphic design marketplace that connects clients with top-tier designers to bring their creative visions to life. This agency hosts a plethora of designs, packages and subscriptions for clients with tailored strategies, focused delivery and enduring impact. 

Beyond design, DolFinContent also includes a talent agency division where they represent professional athletes, actors and influencers, handle endorsements and brand deals.

DolFinContent has been profitable since day one with clients all over the world. Wahba and his team of 70 designers have designed for large companies and worked with several famous influencers, NBA players and soccer players. 

“Warrington has all the resources you need and truly helps every student,” Wahba said. “If you want to start a company, just do it! Nothing can stop you from trying. And reach out to alumni that have their own company, me included. Gators like to help Gators!”

Wahba would like to thank his family for all of their support and his UF professors for all of their knowledge throughout his time at Warrington. 

“Both professionally and individually, UF helped me grow and go out into the real world,” Wahba said. “The company is just getting started, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds. Go Gators!”