Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Skills & Qualifications
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Ashelen Mas Zarate

Denver,CO

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Advisor / Project Coordinator - TRIO Upward Bound

Front Range Community College - Westminster Campus
Westminster, CO
12.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate federally funded educational programs, managing compliance with the U.S. Department of Education TRIO grant requirements. Assists in the development of federal grant reports by collecting outcome data and supporting narrative sections.
  • Track and maintain accurate student records and program data for reporting, audit readiness, and grant renewal.
  • Develop and lead structured programming, including college prep workshops, field trips, and summer academies, for first-generation high school students.

Certified Trainer, To-Go Specialist, and Hostess

Olive Garden Restaurant
Thornton, CO
09.2021 - 09.2023
  • Trained and certified in customer service, product knowledge, and safety protocols.
  • Experienced in taking orders, preparing food, and providing excellent customer service.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and possessing excellent customer service skills.

Marketing & Event Planning Lead

Front Range Community College - Westminster Campus
Westminster, CO
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Successfully planned and marketed student club events using Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, Canvas, and various social media platforms.
  • Developed and implemented creative marketing strategies that boosted event attendance and student engagement.
  • Managed event budgets, tracked expenses, and ensured cost-effective operations. Also negotiated contracts and coordinated logistics with vendors for timely and smooth event delivery.

Community & Professional Experience

Multiple
Denver, Colorado
  • LPA ALAS Academy – Event support & student guidance (32 hrs)
  • TRIO Upward Bound – Summer college prep & mentoring (120 hrs)
  • Adams County Food Bank – Distribution & registration assistance (50 hrs)
  • Front Range Community College – Outreach & branding internship (80 hrs)

Education

Professional Pilot Program (IRA, CSEL, CFI, CFII) -

Epic Flight Academy
Tucson, AZ
10-2025

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Colorado Denver
Denver
05-2024

Private Pilot Certificate (Foreign Based)

ESPAC Aviation Academy
Lima, Peru
02-2023

Associate of Arts - Business

Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO
12-2022

High School Diploma -

Skyview High School
Thornton, CO
05-2021

Skills

Commercial Pilot (ASEL)

Instrument Rated

Current CFI/CFII applicant

First Class FAA Medical

Aircraft Flown: C172, C152

Total Time: 203

PIC: 130

Cross Country: 20

Instrument: 73

Night: 34

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong foundation in marketing strategies, content creation, and customer engagement
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and written skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva for data tracking and visual design
  • Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service in fast-paced environments

Timeline

Advisor / Project Coordinator - TRIO Upward Bound

Front Range Community College - Westminster Campus
12.2022 - Current

Marketing & Event Planning Lead

Front Range Community College - Westminster Campus
12.2021 - 12.2022

Certified Trainer, To-Go Specialist, and Hostess

Olive Garden Restaurant
09.2021 - 09.2023

Community & Professional Experience

Multiple

Professional Pilot Program (IRA, CSEL, CFI, CFII) -

Epic Flight Academy

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Colorado Denver

Private Pilot Certificate (Foreign Based)

ESPAC Aviation Academy

Associate of Arts - Business

Front Range Community College

High School Diploma -

Skyview High School
Ashelen Mas Zarate