Alan Kanno
2064 5th St. San Fernando,CA
Summary
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills through community service and event organization, effectively engaging with diverse populations. Gained valuable insights into patient care and empathy by shadowing dental professionals. Developed technical expertise and meticulous attention to detail as a dental lab technician. Committed to integrating compassion and care in pursuit of success in dental school.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Lab Technician
Golden Valley Dental Lab
Turlock, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Gained hands-on experience fabricating dental prosthetics, including pouring master casts, creating custom trays, and assembling articulators to replicate patient occlusion.
- Received advanced training in tooth placement and denture festooning, developing a strong foundation in precision and aesthetic detailing.
- Strengthened technical communication skills by engaging in case discussions between the dentist and lab technician, learning the importance of collaboration in treatment outcomes.
- Observed how effective lab–dentist communication directly contributes to the accuracy, comfort, and quality of final prostheses.
Program Assistant
The National Society Of Collegiate Scholars, NSCS
Angeles, CA
11.2020 - Current
- Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
Student Affiliate & Program Assistant
The National Society of Leadership and Success
Los Angeles, CA
09.2020 - Current
Laboratory Research Analyst
CSUN Department of Biology (BIO)
Northridge, California
04.2020 - Current
- Mentored junior analysts in research techniques and best practices for data interpretation.
Assistant Chef
Kanno's Catering
Los Angeles, CA
01.2018 - Current
President
CSUN Pre-Dental Club
Northridge, California
09.2021 - 05.2022
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
California State University, Northridge
05-2024
Skills
- Leadership and initiative
- Effective communication
- Cultural competency
- Team collaboration
- Empathy and connection
- Resilience and reflection
- Attention to detail
- Critical problem-solving
- Time management skills
- Continuous learning
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Harvest of Hope Leadership Award
- Assyrian and Ethnic Leader Academic Scholarship
- Dean List (2)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Aramaic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars Diploma Certificate, 2020
- Foundations of Leadership Certificate, 2021
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Dental Lab Technician
Golden Valley Dental Lab
04.2025 - Current
President
CSUN Pre-Dental Club
09.2021 - 05.2022
Program Assistant
The National Society Of Collegiate Scholars, NSCS
11.2020 - Current
Student Affiliate & Program Assistant
The National Society of Leadership and Success
09.2020 - Current
Laboratory Research Analyst
CSUN Department of Biology (BIO)
04.2020 - Current
Assistant Chef
Kanno's Catering
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
California State University, Northridge