Advocated for HB26-1256 bill, Reentry Readiness Act.
Testified in Colorado’s House and Senate.
Interviewed on Fox31+ Colorado Conversations about the bill.
Various: G.E.D. Teacher’s Assistant, Student, and Baker
State of Colorado
06.2020 - 08.2025
Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
Mixed and baked a variety of breads, pastries, and desserts, consistently maintaining high quality and presentation standards, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to food safety regulations and health codes.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate production schedules and ensure timely completion of orders, operated and maintained baking equipment, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting minor issues.
Assisted lead teacher with classroom management, lesson preparation, and student support, contributing to a positive and effective learning environment.
Tutored students individually and in small groups, providing targeted instruction and support to improve their understanding of core subjects and prepare them for the G.E.D. exam.
Created and organized instructional materials, such as worksheets, study guides, and practice tests, to supplement classroom instruction and enhance student learning.
Facilitated discussions and activities, engaging student participation and promoting critical thinking.
Took Electronics, Basic Construction Safety, Music Theory 1 & 2, Drum Theory 1 & 2, 3 Buddhist correspondence courses through the Ratna Peace Initiative.
Baker
City of Boulder
Boulder, USA
08.2019 - 05.2020
Worked with staff to coordinate production schedules and ensure timely delivery of baked goods.
Operated and maintained baking equipment, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting minor issues to ensure smooth operations.
Maintained a clean and organized baking environment, adhering to food safety standards and sanitation guidelines.
Managed inventory of baking supplies, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste through proper storage and rotation, always maintaining consistent quality.
Instructional Designer
G.P. Strategies, Inc.
09.2013 - 08.2019
Collaborated with subject matter experts to create interactive training materials.
Conducted needs analysis and identified performance gaps, leading to the development of targeted training solutions that improved employee productivity by 10%.
Developed instructor-led training programs for new software releases.
Provided coaching and mentoring to junior instructional designers, fostering their professional growth and development.
Credit Card Manager
Florida State University
Tallahassee, USA
03.2008 - 06.2011
Streamlined monthly credit card reconciliation process, decreasing time from one week to four hours.
Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards, maintaining a 100% pass rate.
Managed over $100 million credit card transactions for major university.
Worked with Controller providing timely and inciteful reporting utilizing advanced spreadsheet apps.
Provided credit card training and excellent service to over 45 university departments.
General Manager
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Ft. Lauderdale, USA
01.2004 - 07.2005
Demonstrated strong leadership by motivating teams to exceed performance targets and fostering a positive work environment.
Managed budgets effectively, ensuring financial goals were met and resources were allocated efficiently.
Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and investors.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and reduced operational costs.
Provided mentorship and coaching to develop the skills and potential of team members.
Directed a team of 50+ employees, achieving a 20% increase in overall productivity within one year and dramatically increased speed of service from 12 minutes to 5 minutes per customer while increasing customer satisfaction.
Owner
Food for Thought
Boulder, USA
06.1995 - 12.2003
Owner of this successful start-up catering company providing high quality, health conscious, freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items to local businesses.
Managed up to 15 employees, providing training, coaching and support.
Top food vendor at the Boulder County Farmer’s Market three years straight.
Timeline
Advocate
Center for Employment Opportunities
01.2026 - 05.2026
Various: G.E.D. Teacher’s Assistant, Student, and Baker