Belinda Kowalke
Redmond,OR
Summary
I moved back from Mexico in 2019. I experienced a cultural shock that year, more strongly than the shock five years before when I moved there. During those years I was emersed in the culture and language of a people I truly respect and admire.
I know what it feels like to be in a foreign country where everyone around me spoke another language. I know what it feels like to not understand, to feel isolated, and confused. My goal through translating is to help others through this transition. To "pay it forward" if you will.
The feeling of friendship and community is important and I believe I can help others experience that.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaning
Self Employed Web
Redmond, OR
10.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Barista
Tequila Shooters
Ensendada, Tijuanna, Texcoco, San Luis Rio Colordo, Arizona
03.2015 - 02.2019
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Sciences
Central Oregon Community College
Bend, ORSome College (No Degree) - Spanish
Portland State University
Portland, ORStudied - Spanish Language
Communal School
Mexico, MESkills
- Communication
- Data Entry
- Dependable and Responsible
- Time Management
- Organization
- Public Speaking
- Team building
- Cultural Awareness
- Interpersonal Communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Sign
Limited
Timeline
Cleaning
Self Employed Web
10.2023 - Current
Barista
Tequila Shooters
03.2015 - 02.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Sciences
Central Oregon Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Spanish
Portland State University
Studied - Spanish Language
Communal School
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