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Oxford, Gb

Garden Grove, California, United States

Implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for a water quality instrumentation company across both the U.S. and Czech Republic locations. My primary focus is on optimizing operational efficiency through the adoption of one-piece flow and the standardization of work processes to drive continuous improvement.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Manage social media presence including website, LinkedIn and Twitter for Chicago-based strategy & leadership consulting firm. Specifically, Research articles and blog posts aligned with Parson Partners’ services and values and work directly with CEO to promote corporate brand.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States

Lead a team of Residential Assistants in directing a dorm community on Wellesley's Campus. As a team leader, conducts performance evaluations and skill development as well as bonding opportunities. Serve as the point person for residential areas including conflict resolution, community engagement, resource connections and mental health safety. On the house president's council, serves as the sustainability representative and co-project manager. Working to implement end of year sustainability… Show more Lead a team of Residential Assistants in directing a dorm community on Wellesley's Campus. As a team leader, conducts performance evaluations and skill development as well as bonding opportunities. Serve as the point person for residential areas including conflict resolution, community engagement, resource connections and mental health safety. On the house president's council, serves as the sustainability representative and co-project manager. Working to implement end of year sustainability project that is projected to reduce move-out waste by 50%. Also, working to connect residents to bike share program to promote eco-conscious transportation. As project manager, hosted one of the most well-attended annual socials on campus, and is planning to revive an old campus tradition with the help of alumni. Show less

Oaxaca, Mexico

Conducted a summer long project to evaluate effectiveness of existing loan education programs and created a report on this topic to be used for grant applications and stakeholder engagement. Also, introduced programming to increase sustainability education, by first evaluating the businesses of current members through in-person interviews conducted in Spanish and Zapotec. Created new, sustainability-oriented programming recommendations that incorporated elements of state-defined policies and… Show more Conducted a summer long project to evaluate effectiveness of existing loan education programs and created a report on this topic to be used for grant applications and stakeholder engagement. Also, introduced programming to increase sustainability education, by first evaluating the businesses of current members through in-person interviews conducted in Spanish and Zapotec. Created new, sustainability-oriented programming recommendations that incorporated elements of state-defined policies and goals, the U.N's Sustainability Development Goals, and local indigenous knowledge and traditions. Also created recommendations for sustainable changes to business operations. Finally aided in advertising, organizing and running the annual "feria" where loan recipients came into the downtown area to sell their products. Show less

Córdoba, Spain

While studying abroad at the University of Córdoba, proposed two original project ideas informed by Spanish Environmental Policy, Cordobés environmental issues, and foundation goals. The first project is a student gardening initiative, that partners with local schools to create garden plots and educate students on local fauna and how they combat current environmental issues. The second project is a business consortium that partners local businesses to aid them in working toward sustainability… Show more While studying abroad at the University of Córdoba, proposed two original project ideas informed by Spanish Environmental Policy, Cordobés environmental issues, and foundation goals. The first project is a student gardening initiative, that partners with local schools to create garden plots and educate students on local fauna and how they combat current environmental issues. The second project is a business consortium that partners local businesses to aid them in working toward sustainability goals.Also, conducted extensive research on plants native to Southern Spain, developing an online handbook with tips on creating healthy outdoor spaces. All written works and meetings conducted in Spanish. Show less

Vieques, Puerto Rico

Created world's first comprehensive global census of bioluminescent bodies of water by digitizing VCHT's paper documentation, and contacting similar organizations around the world. Developed using excel analytical tools. Communicated exclusively in Spanish with co-workers to organize tasks and create goals.

Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States

Worked to create dorm community, hosted events to improve living experience of residents, mediated disagreements between residents and helped create solutions, and handled administrative tasks like room check-out and maintenance request.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Worked directly under Senior Director of Policy and Governmental Advocacy, attending meetings and conferences for the Aquarium Conservation Partnership and The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. Drafted multiple proposals on sustainable policies to national leaders including Speaker Pelosi and Senator McConnell on behalf of Illinois and the Midwest region. Created accessible information for the Let’s Shedd Plastic initiative, and developed the program to increase diversity by 20%. Conducted… Show more Worked directly under Senior Director of Policy and Governmental Advocacy, attending meetings and conferences for the Aquarium Conservation Partnership and The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. Drafted multiple proposals on sustainable policies to national leaders including Speaker Pelosi and Senator McConnell on behalf of Illinois and the Midwest region. Created accessible information for the Let’s Shedd Plastic initiative, and developed the program to increase diversity by 20%. Conducted research and drafted proposals for the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act in Chicago, passed by Sen. Dick Durbin. Show less

River Forest, Illinois, United States

Practiced customer service and money management in a fast-paced work environment. Earned employee of the month my first of work for leading the team in up-charges. Also, put restaurant leadership in contact with a local food shelter to organize an anti-food waste partnership.

Chicago, Illinois

Attended professional engagements alongside CEO to help develop connections and secure donors for the organization. Organized data of over 500 employees and volunteers using Microsoft Excel and internal CRM tools. Researched and submitted grant proposals at the local and federal level. Co-facilitated engagements with Chicago students promoting career aspirations and financial security. Finally, contributed to data base of job opportunities and affordable housing for program members.

Environmental Studies, Senior

Activities and Societies: Cazenove Hall House President, Varsity Softball Player, House President Council Sustainability Representative.

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