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Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Developed and implemented basic nutrition, physical activity, and healthy behaviors programs to 2nd-4th graders in LAUSD.
• Prepared clear and concise health education materials focusing on healthy lifestyle changes, mental health, nutrition, and physical activity tailored to a Hispanic/Latino audience.
• Adapted existing curriculum to be taught successfully in a virtual setting.

Arcadia, CA

• Drove sales through all channels by improving selling behaviors, capitalizing on all promotional events, recognizing trends, and adapting presentation on changing inventory through successful event execution.
• Established and strengthened relationships with vendors to increase member experiences while representing and promoting effective outdoor programming and outreach.
• Hired, trained, and mentored new staff, provided direction, and coordinated short and long-term service delivery and task execution to peers.
• Represented the store at Women in Leadership meetings, hosted and participated in Women’s Roundtables and Diversity & Inclusion discussions, and increased women presence in hardgoods.
• Advised and evaluated COVID-19 practices and procedures to assess risk and assisted in the implementation of social distancing protocols throughout the store.

Glendora, CA

• Systematized and organized library shelving by categorizing and sorting books and multi-media, creating an orderly and welcoming environment for patrons.
• Answered and resolved patron questions and concerns while efficiently checking out books and multi-media and working the library copy center in a fast paced environment.
• Prepared and strengthened library interior by assisting in major re-carpeting project resulting in more hospitable atmosphere and increased patronage.

Los Angeles, CA

• Guided and coached women in multiple day backpacking and camping excursions to improve knowledge in backpacking and outdoor skills by advocating Leave No Trace Principles, demonstrations in various techniques and.
• Compiled and documented daily proceedings, medical incidents, and campground location each night to ensure proper record keeping..

• Recruited and analyzed research participants in a study regarding carbohydrate consumption and hydration during fatigue.
• Coordinated and prepared materials for the research project and collected data through physiological measurements, field performance tests, and mental concentration tests.
• Assisted in writing summary papers for both academic and lay audiences.
• Meckes, N. & Brown, S. (2017). The effects of carbohydrate-electrolyte drinks on physical and mental performance. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 20(S1), e11.

• Examined, reviewed, and assessed undergraduate research proposals to enhance students’ writing, research designs, and investigatory techniques.
• Assisted students in conducting research, literature reviews, and data analysis for projects in various topic areas.

• Attained donations for the 30th Annual CSCR Conference by drafting letters and setting-up fundraisers resulting in a successful education conference.
• Developed an Excel document to demonstrate trends in doctor referrals, patient capture rate, and insurance frequency ensuing in higher patient referrals and accurate records.
• Assisted in patients’ rehabilitation programs, supported RNs in daily operations, provided patient education, and guided exercises. Regularly interpreted EKGs, took BP, oxygen saturation, and SOAP notes.
• Oversaw and counseled diabetic patients in individual and group sessions to assist understanding and successful management of their condition and attended wellness fairs.

Master'S Degree, Public Health

Concentration in Community Health Promotion

Bachelor’S Degree, Kinesiology And Exercise Science, 3.887

Activities and Societies: Nutrition Minor Sigma Alpha Pi Alpha Chi High Sierra Semester Outstanding Senior Recipient