Akshra Kakkar
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven, highly competent professional with a proven track record at Southlake Carroll Dragon Band, excelling in teamwork and creative problem-solving. Successfully led projects, developed budgets, and delivered impactful presentations. Passionate about fostering collaboration and innovation, with strong skills in project management and research design.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Synthesizer Squad Leader
Southlake Carroll Dragon Band
07.2023 - Current
- Oversaw the daily command of the squad, leading rehearsals, demonstrating strong moral character, intellect, teamwork, performance skills, and respect.
- Supervised maintenance of technical sound equipment, and repeated repairs.
- Troubleshot sound issues on the field during competitions, demonstrating adaptability and quick thinking.
Research Intern
UTD Summer Biology Research Workshop
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Learned various lab techniques such as qPCR, PCR, pipetting, Western Blot, analyzing data.
- Designed a concise presentation and poster to present the research project at the end of the program.
- Handled mice and cell culture over a three-week period.
- Highly competitive program with a 5.5% acceptance rate.
Founder
Origami for Good
06.2024 - Current
- Organized workshops in the community to teach origami skills, and foster creativity.
- Delivered over 2,000 pieces of origami to sick children, the elderly, and soldiers, promoting positivity.
- Designed marketing materials to promote workshops and club meetings.
Pageant Contestant
Miss Teen Global Glamour Extravaganza
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Secured sponsorships and led fundraising initiatives.
- Volunteered at local events and engaged in community outreach.
- Gained public speaking experience in front of 100+ people.
- Modeled and acted in live competitions.
- Participated in interviews and media appearances.
- Received awards in talent (public speaking), interview, and presentation.
- Performed an original poetry piece blending interpretation and public address in front of 100+ people.
Babysitter
06.2022 - Current
- Organized interactive games and creative projects to stimulate cognitive development.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Adapted caregiving strategies based on individual needs of each child, enhancing personalized care experience.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Team Lead
New York Junior Academy of Sciences
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Led a team project regarding creating a solution about environmental sustainability.
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates, address challenges, and complete all needed tasks for the product by deadlines.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
Volunteer
Heartfulness
04.2023 - Current
- Organized outreach initiatives
- Assisted with expanding program to more schools and recruiting volunteers
- Increased access of mental health resources and therapies to elementary, middle, and high school students
Customer Service Lead
Peace, Love, and Donuts
10.2025 - Current
- Handled financial transactions for a family-owned business
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, improving overall satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with team members to quickly fill large orders and serve large parties.
- Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed, and packaging.
Treasurer
Odyssey of the Mind
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Developed budgets and monitored expenses for the team.
- Designed creative solutions to both spontaneous and long-term problems.
- Presented solutions of long-term problems in a skit involving acting, versatility, and several hand-built mechanical parts.
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Research project design
- Design and presentation creation
- Marketing strategy
- Project management
- Time management
- Attention to Detail
LANGUAGES
Hindi - Native speaker
Spanish - Highly proficient
Timeline
Customer Service Lead
Peace, Love, and Donuts
10.2025 - Current
Research Intern
UTD Summer Biology Research Workshop
06.2025 - 07.2025
Pageant Contestant
Miss Teen Global Glamour Extravaganza
06.2025 - 08.2025
Team Lead
New York Junior Academy of Sciences
09.2024 - 05.2025
Founder
Origami for Good
06.2024 - Current
Synthesizer Squad Leader
Southlake Carroll Dragon Band
07.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Heartfulness
04.2023 - Current
Treasurer
Odyssey of the Mind
09.2022 - 05.2025
Babysitter
06.2022 - Current
AWARDS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND EXTRACURRICULAR EDUCATION
- 2024 - First Aid Certification, Red Cross
- 2024 - AED Certification, Red Cross
- 2024 - FAST Certification, Red Cross
- 2024 - Psychological First Aid Certification, Red Cross
- 2024 - Initia Nutrition Research Competition - 1st Place, Designed a solution to the unfulfilled nutritional needs of regular snack items
- Aug 2025 - U.S. Medical Olympiad - Bronze Medal
- Dec 2024 - SAT - 1490
- May 2024 - AP Biology Exam - 5 (highest possible score)
- May 2024 - AP Human Geography Exam - 5 (highest possible score)
- May 2025 - AP Seminar Exam - 3
- May 2025 - AP World History Exam - 5 (highest possible score)
- May 2025 - AP Precalculus Exam - 5 (highest possible score)