Andrea Cwynar

Professional Experience :

Owner & Operator | Jungle Red Inc. Hair Salon – San Francisco, CA
2006 – 2023

• Managed a successful business for 17 years, overseeing operations, staff, and client relations while fostering a culture of service excellence.
• Developed and implemented strategic growth initiatives, boosting client retention and revenue in a competitive market.
• Led and trained a team of professionals, ensuring high standards in service delivery, team dynamics, and customer experience.
• Applied financial management skills including budgeting, inventory control, and revenue optimization.

Environmental Volunteer Experience

Climate Reality Project Representative, Earth Day Event – San Francisco, CA | April 2023

• Represented the Climate Reality Project, engaging the community in climate change awareness and advocating for actionable environmental solutions.
• Led educational outreach and conversations, emphasizing the importance of individual and collective environmental responsibility.

Earth Day Volunteer – Santa Rosa, CA | April 2022

• Actively participated in local Earth Day events, promoting sustainability practices and environmental stewardship to diverse audiences.
• Coordinated with community members to organize educational workshops and interactive activities.

Fire Mitigation Riparian Clean-up – Skyhawk Park, Santa Rosa, CA | April 2023

• Led a team to restore riparian areas, reduce wildfire risks, and support local ecosystems by removing invasive species and debris.
• Collaborated with local environmental organizations to enhance community awareness and environmental advocacy.

Climate Reality Project Leadership Training Graduate – Las Vegas, NV | July 2022

• Completed intensive training in environmental leadership, equipping me with the skills to implement and lead climate advocacy campaigns.
• Gained expertise in organizing sustainable community initiatives and advocating for systemic environmental change.

Ocean Blue Project Beach Cleanup Coordinator – Ft. Myers Beach, FL | March 2023

• Coordinated and participated in large-scale beach cleanup efforts, collecting debris and supporting marine conservation initiatives.
• Worked with diverse teams to raise awareness about ocean pollution and promote environmental health along coastlines.