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Palo Alto, Ca, Us

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

Port Hueneme, California, United States

- Created and maintained business metrics dashboards with PowerBI and Tableau to track performance across various departments to increase efficiency by 30%- Assisted in business analytics and strategic management initiatives, focusing on program effectiveness and operational efficiency - Assessed both numerical and behavioral data, providing insights for operational enhancements

Santa Barbara, California, United States

- Managed $550,000+ annual budget, overseeing 34-unit property operations ($400K+ housing revenue) and organizational finances ($150K).- Developed and executed annual budgets, tracked expenditures, and delivered monthly financial reports to the executive board.- Streamlined payment systems and internal relations, improving collection rates by 30% and enhancing financial accountability.- Supervised accounts receivable/payable while ensuring tax & insurance compliance and vendor relationship management

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Santa Barbara, California, United States

- Achieved over $ 20,000 in sales with an ROI of 20% per order.- Project-managed orders by coordinating and connecting the customer with design partners and the production team.

Calabasas, California, United States

- Gained comprehensive insights into the affordable housing industry and financing mechanisms through sessions led by Walker & Dunlop professionals.- Explored topics including the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, debt financing, government-sponsored enterprises, FHA/HUD lending platforms, and deal structuring processes.- Learned from experts about challenges, opportunities, and evolving dynamics in affordable housing development and investments.- Developed deeper understanding of roles in affordable housing finance like investment sales, underwriting, and lending operations

Palo Alto, California, United States

- Conducted in-depth market research and analysis on pre-Seed and pre-Series A startups to evaluate as potential investments.- Wrote detailed investment memos summarizing company overviews, financial metrics, competitive landscapes, risks, and investment recommendations.- Analyzed industry trends, market sizing, and growth projections to identify compelling opportunities in e-commerce, logistics, and enterprise software sectors.

- Adaptively connected clients from various fields to build rapport and lasting relationships.- Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.- Used CRM software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records.

- Helped clean, cook, and care for a senior citizen multiple times a week as an IHSS Senior Care Provider.

United States

- Achieved the Bronze Palm with the rank of Eagle Scout with four years of leadership experience planning and leading service projects for over 80 active Boy Scouts.- Fundraised, organized, and executed building a Californian Native Plant Garden, planting over 55 plants, delegating roles, and managing over ten workers.

- Assisted 4 companies in locating products and assembled merchandise packaging tailored to their needs.- Designed and executed case studies, SOPs, and CRM presentations, specializing in Product Differentiation.

Los Altos, California, United States

- Ran the Greentown Los Altos Plastic Free July campaign through publications of blogs, articles, and social media posts.- Created thoughtful social media content to promote community and legislative involvement.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Data Science

Activities and Societies: Kappa Sigma, Financial Connection, Investment Connection, New Venture Program

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Economics

High School Diploma, Graduated 4.5 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Varsity Lacrosse. Varsity Track & Field. Speech and Debate team. Data Science Capstone.