Teani Defries Email & Phone Number

Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Waimanalo, Hawaii, United States

I founded Kawaipuhilani Designs during the pandemic, a business specializing in crafting and selling a variety of homemade items, including face masks, keychains, and custom-made wooden/acrylic signs, among other products. Our mission is to provide unique and handcrafted items to our community, bringing creativity and quality to every piece. Key responsibilities and achievements include:• Developing a diverse product range and marketing strategies to meet the demands of our target market.• Successfully reaching and engaging with customers through social media, online marketplaces, and local events.• Collaborating with other employees to maintain a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction.• Achieved a significant sales milestone within the first year of operation.

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Hanover, New Hampshire, United States

• Engaged directly with the Native community in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, documenting and studying their language for revitalization efforts.• Contributed to transcriptions and an automatic speech recognition program for language preservation.

Hanover, New Hampshire, United States

• Actively participate in game-day operations for various college sports.

Hanover, New Hampshire, United States

• Part of a student programming board planning and executing events.• Involved in brainstorming, event planning, marketing, and fostering teamwork.

As the Student Manager at Feldberg Business and Engineering Library, I am responsible for overseeing a team of student workers and assisting librarians in daily operations. My key responsibilities include:• Reviewing applications for new student workers and conducting interviews and training sessions.Creating and managing schedules for all student employees, ensuring efficient library coverage.• Serving as the point person for library student assistants, coordinating their tasks and addressing any issues.

Waimanalo, Hawaii, United States

As a Program Assistant at Hui Malama O Ke Kai Foundation, I had the privilege of working full-time to support and execute our annual summer program for children aged 9-12. I collaborated with a dedicated team passionate about imparting Hawaiian culture and values to the next generation. My role included:• Planning and organizing various activities and educational experiences for the summer program participants.• Assisting in coordinating logistics and ensuring the program's smooth operation.• Collaborating with the team to develop and prepare curriculum and materials for the after-school program that commenced in August.

Bachelor'S Of Arts, Economics And Linguistics

Activities and Societies: Volleyball, Hokupa'a Pacific Islander Club (Luau Chair), Native American Program

Linguistics

I attended University of Auckland summer school and took classes on Maori language and culture to go towards my Linguistics degree.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Volleyball, Board of Associated Students of Kamehameha Schools, National Honors Society, Varsity Men's.