Daphne Blanchard Email & Phone Number

United States

Quito, Ecuador

Us - Ecuador

Global outsourcing with a personal connection. We help companies scale and reduce costs while connecting talented people to jobs so they can use their skills right where they are. We built a community of growth in all aspects - focused on development for companies and contractors. As an owner-operator I wear the many hats of an entrepreneur, but I tend to gravitate toward the brand creation, organization and development of processes, communication facilitation, project management and the… Show more Global outsourcing with a personal connection. We help companies scale and reduce costs while connecting talented people to jobs so they can use their skills right where they are. We built a community of growth in all aspects - focused on development for companies and contractors. As an owner-operator I wear the many hats of an entrepreneur, but I tend to gravitate toward the brand creation, organization and development of processes, communication facilitation, project management and the professional development of our people. Show less

We do business development in Latin America, currently based in Ecuador. We are building and running companies that provide not only jobs, but also personal and professional development. We help talented people find meaningful ways to use their education and skills by connecting them to growing companies who need their expertise. We connect investors to projects where their investment will have a positive impact and a great ROI. We help multinational companies open operations in Latin America… Show more We do business development in Latin America, currently based in Ecuador. We are building and running companies that provide not only jobs, but also personal and professional development. We help talented people find meaningful ways to use their education and skills by connecting them to growing companies who need their expertise. We connect investors to projects where their investment will have a positive impact and a great ROI. We help multinational companies open operations in Latin America where there is a talented and enthusiastic workforce. We connect producers with buyers in new markets to scale their business. My roles include formation of the company; development and marketing of the brand; creation of company culture, systems and processes; project and team management; social impact programs; accounting supervision; and strategic decision making to expand in Latin America. Show less

Ecuador

Kovê is a continuation of our efforts in Ecuador under a new organization name. We gather funds, resources and manpower to give support to construction projects, medical trainings, educational scholarships, dental clinics, and one-on-one support for families in need. We multiply our efforts by being connectors -- bringing together like-minded individuals and organizations to share their knowledge, skills, and resources to address persistent issues in Ecuador. We carefully select projects with… Show more Kovê is a continuation of our efforts in Ecuador under a new organization name. We gather funds, resources and manpower to give support to construction projects, medical trainings, educational scholarships, dental clinics, and one-on-one support for families in need. We multiply our efforts by being connectors -- bringing together like-minded individuals and organizations to share their knowledge, skills, and resources to address persistent issues in Ecuador. We carefully select projects with the guidance of our in-country partners that will provide sustainable impact. We work closely with other NGO's, local government and community leaders to foster self-reliance, and ensure sustainability. My role is primarily building collaboration amongst community leaders, government entities, donors and volunteers. I direct much of the admin efforts to run the organization, wearing several hats such as project scouting, reporting, project management, and website development. www.kove international.org Show less

Palora, Ecuador

Palora Farms cultivates yellow dragon fruit with the specific objective to offer consistent, formal work to people in an Amazonian region of Ecuador that is far from the central market and job opportunities. As a managing director, my specific roles are facilitating communication amongst stakeholders, participating in fundraising efforts, creating marketing materials, managing information storage, and helping to guide the strategic vision of our 50-acre farm in the rural Andean-Amazonian region… Show more Palora Farms cultivates yellow dragon fruit with the specific objective to offer consistent, formal work to people in an Amazonian region of Ecuador that is far from the central market and job opportunities. As a managing director, my specific roles are facilitating communication amongst stakeholders, participating in fundraising efforts, creating marketing materials, managing information storage, and helping to guide the strategic vision of our 50-acre farm in the rural Andean-Amazonian region of Ecuador. Show less

Utah, United States

Together with my partner, I oversee the property management, accounting, and administrative tasks while making strategic decisions about the properties. Our objective is to offer affordable housing to students while growing a long-term investment.

Tijuana Area, Mexico

In 4 months I coordinated the Cannon University team to create the structure for an education program in a production facility that offers a pathway to leadership, promotion, and training opportunities for over 500 employees. After launching, I advised the team as they made adjustments to the program.I led an additional team to create industry and company-focused curriculum for three levels of English classes to be taught in Cannon University. Each course is student-centered to… Show more In 4 months I coordinated the Cannon University team to create the structure for an education program in a production facility that offers a pathway to leadership, promotion, and training opportunities for over 500 employees. After launching, I advised the team as they made adjustments to the program.I led an additional team to create industry and company-focused curriculum for three levels of English classes to be taught in Cannon University. Each course is student-centered to encourage highly interactive and engaged learning based on the needs of Cannon employees. Through the English program, students not only learn communication skills, but also develop a shared reality of the core values, principles, and vernacular of Cannon Safe. I continued to serve in an advisory role until 2021. Show less

In this role, I created a more accessible system for MAIR students to find and apply for International Relations internships and job opportunities through a workshop and by creating a database of opportunities/contacts. Our team brought awareness to the resources and networks within our students’ grasp at USD and through the MAIR program. Our team also planned and facilitated social meet-ups and workshops with State Department diplomats and global leaders of San Diego.

University Of San Diego

In this role I aggregated information from multiple Mexican news sources on current events and authored security-focused articles to inform policymakers on developments affecting the rule of law in Mexico (see www.justiceinmexico.org). Planned and executed Justice in Mexico's 15th Anniversary Event and Symposium which commemorated U.S.- Mexican bilateral security cooperation. Attended steering committee meetings, staff meetings, guest speakers, and symposiums on U.S.-Mexico related topics.

Chula Vista, California, United States

I was a substitute teacher for Arroyo Vista Charter School where I taught classes from 1st to 8th grade as needed.

Guayaquil, Ecuador

I collaborated with Humanity Corps to facilitate the transferring of funds to Ecuador for the service trips where we completed a tutoring center. I created materials and raised funds for scholarships for those students. This led to a collaborative effort to help the local director of the center get resources to support the center's families, including connecting her with a U.S. online educational company called My Educator. In 2014, I served as Media Team Leader in addition to Director… Show more I collaborated with Humanity Corps to facilitate the transferring of funds to Ecuador for the service trips where we completed a tutoring center. I created materials and raised funds for scholarships for those students. This led to a collaborative effort to help the local director of the center get resources to support the center's families, including connecting her with a U.S. online educational company called My Educator. In 2014, I served as Media Team Leader in addition to Director role as we worked with Humanity Corps (USA) and FAHUM (ECU) to bring a group of 72 returned missionaries and families to serve an underprivileged community in Ecuador. As leader of the media team, I coordinated the photographer, videographer and FAHUM director to conduct interviews with students and families in the tutoring and scholarship programs. Our team also documented the trip's 6 week-long projects: tutoring center construction, chicken coop project, free dental care and education, Pediatric Advanced Life Support classes, adopt-a-missionary program, and a home construction. see www.humanitycorps.org Show less

Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

I taught 6th and 7th grade English Language Arts in an International Baccalaureate accredited school offering bilingual, experiential-based learning.Under the masterful mentorship of the La Paz leadership, I created and implemented differentiated curriculum for learners of all ranges of English ability in the same classroom. I learned best practices techniques for life-long learning that I have integrated into my teaching style and curriculum building.I learned La Paz's… Show more I taught 6th and 7th grade English Language Arts in an International Baccalaureate accredited school offering bilingual, experiential-based learning.Under the masterful mentorship of the La Paz leadership, I created and implemented differentiated curriculum for learners of all ranges of English ability in the same classroom. I learned best practices techniques for life-long learning that I have integrated into my teaching style and curriculum building.I learned La Paz's strategy to integrate the local community through an educational cooperative that offers scholarships to local children and involves students in community service learning opportunities in the surrounding region. Show less

Orem, Ut

Teacher of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). I taught the TOEFL Preparation course and Level 1 Communication Skills course to students from all over the world in a classroom setting.

197 East 500 South, Bountiful, Ut

Wedding and Events Center, My role included designing the renovation of the venue and owner decision-making.

Provo, Ut

Ran and taught a Spanish-Immersion Preschool out of my home. Used the Thematic Approach, Natural Approach, Direct Method and TPR Strategy to create a fun, low-anxiety environment to teach the Spanish language. Curriculum was play-based and centered around a weekly theme.

Provo, Utah

Sold and distributed team sportswear to schools in 5 states. Assisted in research, exploration and location of textile factories in Mexico and Costa Rica

Cedar City, Ut

This English language school is located on the campus of Southern Utah University. I taught courses in Grammar, Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening to international students of all levels and prepared them to take the TOEFL to enter the university. I also privately tutored students for the TOEFL exam.

Seoul, South Korea

I traveled around Seoul to various teaching assignments throughout the city ranging from private tutoring to small academies (hagwons).

Master'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs

Activities and Societies: GSA-Graduate Students Association, Director Latin America, Diplomacy and Development

Languages/English & Spanish, Teaching Emphasis

Activities and Societies: SUU Student Association, Service Coordinator, Ballroom Dance Company, LDS Institute, Homecoming Chair