employment experience + education

Painted Brain

California, U.S.A

Luzerne County Community College

Pennsylvania, U.S.A

Career Foundry

California, U.S.A

BeachCoders Academy

California, U.S.A

April 2024 - Present

Los Angeles, CA

Mentor underserved girls aged 11–14, building confidence and leadership through skateboarding and community connection.
Teach fundamental to intermediate skateboarding skills with a focus on safety, resilience, and encouragement.
Serve as a positive role model and trusted adult, helping students navigate challenges in and out of the skate park.
Support daily program operations and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment for all participants.
Assist founder with events and field trips to skate parks.

Coffee Shop + Surf Retail Store

September 2023 - May 2024

Los Angeles, CA

Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume café environment known for its unique surf/moto culture.
Crafted specialty espresso drinks with precision and care, maintaining brand quality standards.
Managed opening and closing duties, restocked inventory, and maintained a clean, organized workspace.
Built strong rapport with regulars and visitors, contributing to a welcoming and laid-back community vibe.

Luxury Dog Grooming Salon

February 2022 - June 2023

Los Angeles, CA

Provided high-level support in a luxury dog grooming salon with a celebrity clientele and a strong media presence.
Served as receptionist, managing a busy front desk, scheduling appointments, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Acted as personal assistant to the founder, handling administrative tasks, errands, and special projects with discretion and professionalism.
Transitioned into a hands-on dog bather role, performing physically demanding work while maintaining the salon’s high grooming standards.
Adapted quickly to precise grooming protocols and helped uphold the salon’s reputation for excellence and attention to detail.