2000-2008
Additional Experience
Business Owner, Shaz
Established, developed and managed upscale clothing boutique
Negotiated building lease and vendor contracts, worked with neighboring small business owners to create an alliance
Budget development, inventory tracking, and accounting
Maintained meticulous Customer Relationship Management system, provided private appointments, and exclusive shopping events
Developed positive media relations and received frequent press attention
Initiated community partnerships and fundraiser fashion show opportunities
Community Liaison & Internship Coordinator, Florida International Festival & the London Symphony Orchestra
Created and proposed Community Liaison position- including job description, duties, and structure
Represented the London Symphony Orchestra to community, developed nonprofit partnerships
Created volunteer opportunities for the LSO
Traveled throughout the state to identify and recruit high school band students to apply for music internship with the LSO. Reviewed applications and auditions, selected finalists, and submitted recommendations to the orchestra
Developed activities, secured lodging, and raised funds for the participating students
Program Coordinator & Speaker, Initiatives of Change
INDIA:
Facilitated educational programs and interactive sessions with students and teachers including creating innovative learning tools and
training teachers on methods of implementation
Designed and launched entire media program for a prestigious private school in Mumbai and educated students in all areas of program
Participated in national conference to discuss challenges to India’s educational system and outline solutions
Joined cross-cultural discussions and activities for enhanced understanding
Provided hands-on assistance throughout India’s disadvantaged areas
ENGLAND:
The only US representative on a panel of three selected to present high school assembly programs throughout England
Created and delivered speeches, led interactive discussions
Attended international education symposium