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BioMed Realty, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a top provider of real estate solutions for the life science and tech sectors, with 16.1M sq ft of high-quality properties in key U.S. and U.K. markets and 2.7M sq ft in active development.• Streamlined HRIS job titles and performance management review to improve pay rate analysis, organizational structure, and evaluations• Managed a company newsletter and used multiple channels (intranet, email, in-office) to communicate DEI initiatives, L&D programs, benefits, and company news• Advanced DEI efforts by creating targeted surveys and refining initiatives, fostering a more inclusive workplace culture• Implemented DEI company-wide campaigns and monthly calendars to promote cultural awareness and inclusivity• Supported the integration of a new LMS overseeing promotion and engagement, developing role guides, and facilitating cross-department collaboration for skill development• Updated HR policies for compliance and clarity• Supported team development workshops on communication styles to improve collaboration

• Mentored first-generation low-income students in career development, college preparation, and academic growth• Reviewed college and scholarship essays, achieving high acceptance rates and helping students secure significant scholarship funds for a debt-free college education

Selected for UC San Diego's inaugural and second-year CollegeCorps (an AmeriCorps program) cohorts, I am among over 10,000 individuals statewide addressing critical issues like climate action, food insecurity, and K-12 education. Through partnerships with Porchlight Community Services Inc. and AVID, I've dedicated over 900 service hours, honing my leadership and community-building skills through monthly workshops and annual regional conferences.

• Coordinated food rescue operations, reducing food waste and improving food security through effective planning and stakeholder collaboration• Oversaw local food nonprofits, securing funding for energy-efficient refrigerators to improve food storage and distribution

San Diego, California, United States

• Led trauma-informed activities to foster emotional and academic growth through empathy and cultural competence• Experienced in supporting diverse populations, including children and adolescents, McKinney-Vento (housing insecure), English learners, first-generation low-income students, as well as asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants

LPL Financial, a Fortune 500 company, is the largest independent broker/dealer in the U.S., providing independent advisors with technology, research, and compliance services to support wealth management, retirement planning, and financial solutions for millions of American families.• Designed initiatives for underserved students to build a diverse finance talent pipeline and enhance community engagement• Organized an intern lunch-and-learn event to boost brand visibility and increase CSR interest• Assessed company community values and employee preferences to provide data-driven recommendations for improving satisfaction• Partnered on strategic collaborations with non-profits to ensure mission alignment and strengthen community outreach• Developed employee announcements to communicate events, updates, and DEI initiatives• Evaluated DEI strategies through surveys to identify areas for improvement• Strengthened ERG engagement by participating in ERGs and co-planning cultural, professional, and social events

San Diego, California, United States

• Independently managed all aspects of store operations, including mail sorting, packaging, and timely shipping of items, as well as handling passport photos, printing jobs, faxing, mail, customer documentation, and notary services• Delivered exceptional customer service and trained UPS franchise store owners and staff on selling strategies, customer relationship management, and inventory management

San Diego, California, United States

Gained early experience in a fast-paced environment, handling financial transactions and preparing a variety of dishes while serving late-night customers, where the demand was high after local clubs closed

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Psychology

Activities and Societies: OASIS Summer Bridge, College Corps, Triton Gaming

Dual-Enrollment

High School Diploma