As the CEO of Hypha Mushrooms, I lead a vertical farm dedicated to promoting curiosity, sustainability, and the consumption of mushrooms, while supporting local agriculture. In this role, I successfully operated, sold, and delivered gourmet mushrooms from our urban farm, achieving a revenue of $18,000 in our first year of operations.Throughout this journey, I have honed my small business management skills, developed effective sales communication strategies, mastered negotiation tactics, and consistently provided exceptional service. My experience has equipped me with a strong foundation in business operations, customer relations, and innovative problem-solving, which I am eager to bring to a new role in the finance industry.

As a dedicated waiter at El Cholo for 7 years, I provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, ensuring a positive dining experience for every guest. My role involved efficiently managing multiple tables, accurately taking and delivering orders, and handling customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and care. This experience allowed me to develop strong interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. My time at El Cholo has equipped me with valuable skills in customer service, time management, and multitasking, which I am eager to apply in other industries

Shadowed a dialysis doctor and worked alongside a dietician making food and meal prep plans for dialysis patients. I also conducted surveys of all dialysis patients who came into their periodic treatment.