Adora Kricken
Benicia,CA
Summary
Dynamic esthetician and business leader with a strong foundation in biological sciences and EMT certification. Successfully co-founded and managed a thriving esthetics practice, enhancing client satisfaction through science-based skincare. Proven communicator and mentor, proficient at conflict resolution and multitasking, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while leading a dedicated team.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner + Lead Esthetician
Self-Employed
Benicia, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Cofounder and manager of a growing esthetics practice, employing four staff.
- - Oversaw client care, inventory, scheduling, training, and business operations.
- - Delivered science-based skincare with a strong focus on client satisfaction and results.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to maintain satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Company Overview: California State Certified
- - Provided emergency response and trauma care in pre-hospital environments
- - Practiced patient triage, assessment, and communication under pressure
Education
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA05-2025
Skills
- - EMT-certified and experienced in emergency and patient care settings
- - Strong foundation in biological sciences and hands-on anatomy coursework
- - Committed to community service through long-term volunteer engagement
- - Excellent communicator, collaborator, and peer mentor
- - First-generation college student with leadership and business management skills
- - BLS/CPR Certified
- - Peer tutoring and group study leadership
- - Conflict resolution and interpersonal communication
- - Time management and multitasking
Certification
- - Emergency Medical Technician (California)
- - Licensed Esthetician, California Board of Barbering & Cosmetology
- - Certified: Lash Lifting, Brow Lamination, Advanced Skin Modalities
References
Available upon request
Volunteer Experience
- San Francisco Fire Department, Holiday Event Assistant, San Francisco, CA, 2014-12, 2021-12, - Supported donation sorting and gift distribution to local families in need, - Collaborated with firefighters and volunteers in high-energy environments, (~15 hrs/year)
- Multicultural Arts Nonprofit, Event Support Volunteer, Benicia, CA, 2019-02, Present, - Coordinated guest seating, ticketing, and auction setup during annual fundraisers, - Promoted studio programs and community engagement through event support, (~12 hrs/year)
- Hold the Line SF, Fundraising Coordinator, Ben Lomond, CA, 2022-05, 2022-05, - Managed logistics and check-ins at a successful community fundraiser, - Contributed to raising over $50,000 for frontline healthcare and civil servants, (12 hours)
Timeline
Owner + Lead Esthetician
Self-Employed
01.2021 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Diablo Valley College
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