Baruani Amisi
Kentwood,USA
Summary
Community-focused leader committed to equitable development and civic engagement. Expertise in affordable housing advocacy includes land due diligence and zoning analysis, complemented by strong public speaking and research skills to drive impactful initiatives in underserved communities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Bank of America Student Leader
Habitat for Humanity
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2026 - Current
- Embedded 40 hrs/week across construction sites and administrative offices gaining direct exposure to the full lifecycle of affordable housing development from land acquisition through home sales
- Supported land due diligence and zoning analysis using Grand Rapids municipal ordinances, evaluating approval processes for single-family residential development in underserved communities
- Reviewed project budgets and funding structures, analyzing public and private financing sources and their role in expanding housing affordability
- Developed and presented a capstone development proposal for a real property integrating site planning, zoning, budget modeling, and community impact analysis
- Attended Board of Directors meeting, gaining exposure to nonprofit governance and mission-driven leadership in the housing sector
Sales Agent
Americas Foreclosure Recovery
Grand Rapids, MI
07.2025 - Current
- Educated clients on their legal rights and options related to foreclosure, helping families navigate complex financial processes
- Managed client pipeline using CRM software; conducted follow-up outreach to convert interest into enrollment
- Assisted clients through complex foreclosure processes and provided necessary documentation.
- Managed client inquiries via phone, email, and in-person consultations.
Office Assistant
Americas Foreclosure Recovery
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported leadership operations, managed meeting notes, tracked follow-ups, and assisted with lead generation research
- Coordinated meetings and prepared necessary materials for team discussion
Research Intern
BAMF Health / Kent ISD
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaboratively researched employee retention trends to inform organizational strategy at a leading medical institution
- Conducted staff interviews and gathered qualitative data; synthesized findings into a SWOT analysis with actionable policy recommendations
- Presented findings to an audience of 200 professionals, demonstrating public communication and evidence-based advocacy skills
- Earned college credit through Ferris State University for applied research contributions
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
Wyoming, MI
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Processed transactions and maintained cash accuracy while training new team members on service procedures to ensure high standards of customer service
- Resolved pricing and return issues in collaboration with management, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
- Helped customers by answering product-related questions
- Restocked shelves and managed inventory with team, ensuring product availability and organized store presentation
Education
Management Fellows Honors Business Program -
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN05-2030
High School -
Kelloggsville High School
Grand Rapids, MI05-2026
Associate of Arts -
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Customer Engagement
- Data Analysis
- CRM Software
- Client Relations
- Team collaboration
- Policy Analysis
- Public Speaking
Awards
- Wood TV8 Student of the Week
- Kelloggsville Rocket 11 Award
- KCTC PRO of the Month
- FutureSolve 2025 Certificate
Leadership And Civic Engagement
- Founder, Peer-Led African Support Group, Created a student-run support network for African youth at Kelloggsville High School, building peer mentorship, cultural community, and a safe space for students navigating shared challenges.
- Leader, Young Community Talent (Youth-Led Organization), Organized and led youth civic engagement and leadership development initiatives across the Grand Rapids community.
- Captain, Kelloggsville Boys' Soccer, All-District Team, All-Conference Honorable Mention
- Member, West Michigan Junior Achievement
Websites
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
Bembe
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Bank of America Student Leader
Habitat for Humanity
06.2026 - Current
Sales Agent
Americas Foreclosure Recovery
07.2025 - Current
Research Intern
BAMF Health / Kent ISD
05.2025 - 06.2025
Office Assistant
Americas Foreclosure Recovery
04.2025 - 07.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
05.2024 - 04.2025
Management Fellows Honors Business Program -
DePauw University
High School -
Kelloggsville High School
Associate of Arts -
Grand Rapids Community College