Akash Shah
New Windsor
Summary
A dynamic professional with a proven track record at the University at Buffalo Student Association, excelling in stakeholder communication and leadership. Successfully directed multicultural events, enhancing student engagement and collaboration. Adept at problem-solving and change management, I thrive in fast-paced environments, driving initiatives that foster community and inclusivity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
International Council Coordinator
University at Buffalo Student Association
Buffalo
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Directed operations for 30+ international and cultural student organizations, facilitating collaboration between club leadership and UBSA.
- Planned and executed campus-wide multicultural events, including International Fiesta, managing logistics, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
- Led council meetings, supported organizational development, and implemented initiatives to strengthen interclub collaboration and student engagement.
- Coordinated event marketing, recruitment, and communications, enhancing participation in cultural programming across campus.
- Managed cross-functional teams of student leaders, volunteers, and campus partners to successfully execute events and initiatives.
Research Assistant
University at Buffalo Cogni3on Speech Auditory Neuroscience (CSPAN) Lab
Buffalo
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted over 100 participant experimental procedures, ensuring research protocols and ethical guidelines were adhered to.
- Recruited and screened participants for various studies, improving representative accuracy through targeted selection.
- Conducted analysis and documentation of experimental data, overseeing large-scale data collection and process documentation.
- Led weekly team discussions and meetings to brainstorm research strategies and study improvements.
Brand Rep
Abercrombie and Fitch
Woodbury
10.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided personalized service and brand storytelling to 70+ customers per shift, enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty.
- Monitored the sales floor and implemented loss prevention strategies to maintain a safe shopping environment.
- Trained and mentored 5+ new employees, streamlining onboarding process and minimizing training time and errors.
- Managed the point of sale system, exceeding $10,000 daily, ensuring 100% accuracy in financial processing.
Medical Director
Village of Walden Recrea6on
Walden
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted over 500 health assessments, ensuring a 100% compliance rate with safety regulations
- Spearheaded a comprehensive wellness program focused on risk management
- Developed emergency response protocols to enhance incident response effectiveness
- Maintained compliance documentation to support regulatory adherence
- Coordinated daily camp activities to promote participant engagement and safety
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Business Management Minor
University At Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY05-2026
Skills
- Project management
- Project Coordination
- Change management
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder Communication
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Communication
Websites
Timeline
International Council Coordinator
University at Buffalo Student Association
08.2025 - 05.2026
Research Assistant
University at Buffalo Cogni3on Speech Auditory Neuroscience (CSPAN) Lab
05.2024 - 01.2025
Medical Director
Village of Walden Recrea6on
07.2022 - 01.2024
Brand Rep
Abercrombie and Fitch
10.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Business Management Minor
University At Buffalo, The State University of New York