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Create Your Unicorn Career! The multiverse is your playground!Most people think there are only one or two career paths and ecosystems from which to choose, and that the careers you can pursue are completely tethered to what you studied.I am here to tell you that your degree or discipline is not your destiny.You are invaluable in countless professional queendoms and kingdoms, and your career prospects are infinite. In fact, you have more choice and power in career advancement than you might realize.How do you pick? How do you decide the right career paths for you?Leveraging a data-driven process, I help Nerds:Create Your Unicorn Career: the customized, authentic career that brings you joy, meaning, and money.And I help tech and STEM organizations attract, retain, and upskill their high potential, STEM workforce, ensuring better communications abilities, higher productivity, and sharper innovation pipelines. As a professional Keynote Speaker and expert in career development for nerds, I speak around the world for companies, universities, conferences, and government labs and agencies on how to enable your teams to grow talented Unicorns right in your community.I have delivered over 1000 keynotes and workshops and have spoken for clients in 15 nations, including in the US, Africa, South America, Asia, and Europe. As a corporate comedian, my keynotes are highly energetic, practical, insightful, and value-driven, giving tools and helping shift mindsets to make change literally during the keynote.I am also a speaking coach, career coach, science writer, TEDx speaker, and author of two books: Networking for Nerds, and Create Your Unicorn Career! (forthcoming).Fun Facts:--Beating Einstein: I beat out Einstein (really!) to take a top honor for my first book.--Playing Pool: I was a championship billiards player at the University of Arizona, where I competed in national tournaments under my moniker Lady Dyn-o-mite.--Protecting Nerds: As a skillful panel moderator, I once effectively prevented a fist fight on stage during a panel with Nobel Laureates and the CEO of a billion-dollar multinational company. No nerds were harmed.--Celebrating Uniqueness: I'm a fashionista! I love chucks and blazers and am known for my colorful, sparkly, and bright outfits, and #halfsuits when presenting virtually. I encourage everyone to embrace and celebrate their unique unicorn style!Wanna talk about me delivering a killer keynote for your next event?DM or book a meeting: https://calendly.com/alaina-levine/30minHere’s to Your Unicorn Career!
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AuthorCreate Your Unicorn CareerTucson, Az, Us
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Certified Speaking Professional (Csp)National Speakers AssociationTucson, Az, Us
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President And Founder, Professional Keynote Speaker And Corporate ComedianQuantum Success Solutions, Llc 2004 - Present--Keynotes, workshops, seminars, and webinars on career development and professional advancement: everything you need to know to find, create, land and keep your dream job and career. Topic samples: interviewing, resume writing, negotiation, networking, professional etiquette, opportunity identification and management, teambuilding--Strategic planning and training in professional development, leadership development, PR and branding, innovation and entrepreneurship, diversity, communications.--Communications coaching and consulting for organizations, boards, and individuals --I'm a Corporate Comedian! Every speech I give strategically incorporates appropriate, clean, and good humor!--Recent speaking engagements/clients include:Society of Women Engineers, National Conference (~Plenary): Become a Challenge AgentLindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, Lindau, Germany, 2018 – Chair, Publish or Perish Panel with Springer Nature CEO and 2 Nobel LaureatesLindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, Lindau, Germany, 2017 – Chair, Science Careers Panel with Dow EU/Middle East CTO and 2 Nobel Laureates: Purdue University (Keynote): https://nanohub.org/resources/25553Euroscience Open Forum, Toulouse, science communications panelsStellenbosch University, South Africa (week-long engagement plus Keynote)The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (Keynote)Stockholm University (Keynote)University of Cambridge (Keynote)University of Exeter (Keynote)La Sapienza, Rome (Keynote)LMU MunichTexas A&M University (Keynote)UT Austin, UT Arlington (Keynote)Caltech and Caltech Alumni AssociationPrinceton UniversityThe University of ArizonaAmerican Geophysical UnionAmerican Institute of Chemical EngineersEcological Society of AmericaAmerican Astronomical SocietyMaterials Research SocietyTMS- The Materials SocietyBiophysical SocietySPIE Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterUS National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST)National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
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Freelance Writer And Columnist, Science, Careers, BusinessQuantum Success Solutions, Llc Jan 1998 - Present--Have written over 500 articles in international, regional, and trade publications such as Science, COSMOS, Nature, Scientific American, National Geographic News Watch, New Scientist, IEEE Spectrum, Smithsonian, Optics and Photonics News, Physics Today, Physics World, Arizona Alumnus Magazine, World Economic Forum, and The Euroscientist on subjects including science, science careers, employment and staffing, technology, entrepreneurship, business, economic and workforce development, education, and lifestyle issues and profiles.--Wrote regularly published career column for Physics Today.--Edit and write books, white papers, reports, marketing collateral, business plans, website content for private clients; managed and co-edited book on the history of electrical and computer engineering at the University of Arizona; helped develop an evaluation sciences tool for a tech-based government agency; wrote profiles of optical scientists for LaserFest.--Wrote 40 articles, each one featuring an alum of the prestigious AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship, in celebration of the program's 40th anniversary. --Previously wrote career column for The Euroscientist.--Previously wrote "PR Nerd" column for Inside Tucson Business newspaper (on marketing and public relations).--Previously wrote "Meals and Entertainment" column (under pseudonym) for Inside Tucson Business newspaper.
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Member, Board Of DirectorsNational Speakers Association Aug 2022 - PresentTempe, Az, Us -
Author, Networking For NerdsJohn Wiley And Sons 2013 - PresentHoboken, Nj, Us--Networking strategies for scientists, engineers and other introverts, published in July 2015 by Wiley--Honored as a Top 5 Books of 2015 by Physics Today Magazine, December 2015 (honorable mention went to Albert Einstein and his book noting the 100th anniversary of relativity!)--Debuted as Number 1 New Release in Zoology on Amazon, and remained there for some time--Sold out immediately upon publication--In its third printing as of fall 2015 -
Consultant, Speaker, WriterLindau Nobel Laureate Meetings Jan 2018 - PresentLindau (Bodensee), Bayern, De -
Contributing Correspondent, Aps NewsAmerican Physical Society (Aps Physics) 2003 - PresentCollege Park, Md, Us--Launched and write regular column, Profiles in Versatility, about physicists in non-traditional careers--Write articles on topics related to physics research, policy affecting physics, profiles of physicists, and other issues of importance to the physics community -
Career Consultant, Specializing In Advancing Careers For Scientists, Engineers And Non-Nerds TooQuantum Success Solutions Jan 2001 - Present--Yes, I will help you find a job!--Consult with clients all over the world about their careers, primarily in science and engineering.--Provide clients customized career plans, strategies, tactics, and tools concerning career planning, networking, interviewing preparation, CV/resume editing, research summary and job application preparation, negotiation, and professional skill development. --Review, edit and write resumes, CVs, cover letters, cold emails, research summaries, and other documents vital to the job search--Help clients prepare for interviews, negotiations and academic job talks--Help clients develop personalized networking plans and ACCESS HIDDEN JOB OPPORTUNITIES --Create social media career advancement strategies, that leverage clients' profiles on social media sites like linkedin, twitter, and Facebook--Have consulted with hundreds of clients, resulting in clients acquiring executive-level jobs in various industries--Work with clients both on-site and virtually--Give workshops, seminars, keynotes, short courses and webinars on various career and professional development topics--And yes, I will help you find a job!
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Columnist, Your Unicorn Career, SciencecareersScience Magazine Feb 2019 - Aug 2022Washington, Dc, UsYour Unicorn Career is an advice column about understanding your value and creating professional bliss. Allow me to tell you how awesome you are and how you can create your one-of-a-kind unicorn career! This column ran for 3 years in the Number 1 science journal and magazine in the world (+1 million page views/week). -
Tedx SpeakerTedx Dec 2020 - Dec 2020
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Conference ManagerPhononics 2019: 5Th International Conference On Phononic Crystals/Metamaterials, And More Jan 2018 - Jul 2019--Conference Manager and Event Planner for the 5th International Conference on Phononic Crystals/Metamaterials, Phonon Transport, Topological Phononics, 3-7 June 2019, Tucson, Arizona, USA--managed all aspects of this international conference, including event planning, volunteer coordination, vendor contracts and negotiations, social program design and coordination, book of abstracts and marcomms collateral printing, website maintenance, financial oversight, and registration, lodging, and transportation —www.phononics2019.org
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AuthorOxford University Press Jul 2017 - May 2019Oxford, GbCurrently writing 2 online courses for Oxford University Press/Epigeum, on the topics of career development and entrepreneurship and commercialization -
Contributor: Writer And Blogger, Natgeo News WatchNational Geographic Society Mar 2012 - Oct 2014Washington, Dc, UsWrote articles and "Quantum Correlations" Blog for National Geographic News Watch -
Co-Founder, Founding Board Of DirectorsNational Professional Science Master'S Association (Npsma) 2006 - 2009--Co-founded and served on Board of Directors for new national professional advocacy organization.--Assisted in all elements of the organization’s genesis: developed strategic and business plans, established bylaws, coordinated media relations, created marketing plan, identified membership levels and fees, developed human resources protocols and hired executive director, secured legislative support, etc. --Helped secure over half a million dollars in seed funding to launch the organization; co-authored grant. --Served as Principal Investigator on a grant for the National PSM Alumni Network, designed to build strategic alliances with PSM alumni in industry; presented alumni professional development workshops, created and maintained social-networking opportunities, organized alumni regional networking affairs.
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Director Of Special Projects, College Of ScienceUniversity Of Arizona 2000 - 2009Tucson, Arizona, UsDirector, Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Program in Applied Science and Business:--Directed, initiated, and oversaw all aspects of this multi-disciplinary graduate program: advising and career planning, internship and job placement, alumni relations and development, curriculum development, recruitment and retention of students, corporate relations, marketing, administration and recruitment of planning committee and Industry Advisory Board.--Created and coordinated national public and media relations and marketing campaign, resulting in extensive and regular media exposure; have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Chronicle of Higher Education, The Arizona Daily Star, and the Cincinnati Enquirer. --Designed, planned, and executed dozens of industry-related and alumni-centered events each year, resulting in solidification of business partnerships and increase of dedicated alumni base. --Presented outreach programs, colloquia, and workshops on professionalism, communication, business etiquette, career planning, networking, and general business skills. Advised over 75 students/year.--Wrote grant proposals and initiated an annual fund campaign, resulting in extensive financial gifts and in-kind support.--Successfully branded the UA as the national leader in the development and management of professional science master’s programs; created an innovative model driven by superior promotion and customer service; advised other universities on how to launch their own programs.--Created, secured funding for, and taught a popular graduate course in Entrepreneurship for Scientists; only such course headquartered in a physics department in the US – Named Eller Entrepreneurial Scholar; arranged for industry speakers, mentors for students, and financial sponsors of gala event, in which pupils presented their own early-stage business plans. -
Director Of Communications, Department Of PhysicsUniversity Of Arizona Jan 1997 - Oct 2000Tucson, Arizona, Us--Planned, coordinated, and executed strategic marketing, media, and public relations program, resulting in a 150% increase in press coverage within the first year, and a 120% increase in customer recruitment.--Organized, directed, and promoted over 30 outreach, special, and promotional events each year, including international conferences, celebrity lecture series, receptions, outreach programs, and musical shows; wrote speeches, designed sets and costumes, arranged for talent and music; created partnerships with industry to financially support these programs.--Oversaw and conducted the writing, editing, photography, graphic design, page layout, and production of all department publications including an extensive website, a 16-page community/alumni newsletter, posters, and brochures; designed a research catalog and poster as part of a strategic marketing plan.--Created and launched all major fundraising and development campaigns.--Developed and administered a comprehensive alumni relations program which united superior customer communication with events and services such as a lecture series and webpage; results included a sharp increase in alumni donations and contact.--Coordinated and supervised revolving award-winning teams of over 15 people, the main mission of which is to pursue and implement outreach activities on behalf of the department.
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Public Relations Director (Consulting Position)Uapresents (The University Of Arizona Performing Arts Organization) 2005 - 2005--Planned, coordinated, and executed all media relations and public relations activities for this campus-based, city-wide performing arts organization; results included 1-2 articles every week for eight weeks in local newspapers, including several front page and sectional features.--Developed a strategic plan for marketing the program to vital publics including community leaders, donor prospects, and students.--Wrote press releases, interacted with arts organizations all over the world, and trained staff on media and public relations issues.
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Director Of Public Relations, And Volunteer Coordinator (Volunteer Positions)Southern Arizona Regional Science And Engineering Fair 1999 - 2000--Planned, coordinated, and executed strategic marketing, media, and public relations program for the science fair in which over 1000 students compete for national recognition and scholarships.--Organized partnerships with government officials including former U.S. Congressman Jim Kolbe, City of Tucson Mayor, and members of the City Council; wrote speech for Kolbe.--Coordinated marketing and promotion efforts at International Science and Engineering Fair. --Arranged for national media exposure with two television production companies.--Recruited, organized, trained, and assisted in supervising over 100 volunteers.
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Editorial AssistantThe Astrophysical Journal Jan 1998 - Sep 1999--Provided administrative support to Scientific Editor.--Worked with authors and reviewers to ensure rapid return of manuscripts and review reports.--Personally touched a type-written letter signed by Hans Bethe. Yes, Bethe!
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Alaina G. Levine 🦄 Education Details
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University Of ArizonaCertificate In Middle Eastern Studies -
W.A. Franke Honors College
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The American University In CairoUs Department Of Defense Boren/National Security Education Program Fellowship
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West Windsor-Plainsboro High SchoolNj
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