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Avva Boroujerdi

Fayetteville,NY

Summary

A unique blend of business acumen and passion for education. Achieved national recognition as a Top 30 College Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual for exceptional sales performance. Brings 4 years of management experience, driving teams to achieve operational excellence, and 7 years of experience in curriculum development and personalized instruction. Dedicated to creating engaging learning experiences tailored to individual student needs. Seeking to combine business skills and educational expertise in a leadership role within childhood education or childcare center ownership.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Kumon Math & Reading Learning Center
Manlius, NY
11.2017 - Current
  • Evaluated and enhanced workflow to implement best practices, working to reduce costs, and increase staff morale and client satisfaction.
  • Managed staff scheduling, training, corporate reporting, and inventory control.
  • Connected with clients to maintain long-lasting loyalty and developed strategies to exceed customer service expectations through effective and exceptional leadership.

Director of Development

Muslim Student Life at Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
01.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated existing programs to identify areas of improvement, and expanded available programming by creating three new inaugural programs.
  • Directed social media campaigns, developed marketing materials, executed in-person fundraisers and served the non-profit as an enthusiastic spokesperson.
  • Innovated new approaches to engage donors and increase funding.

College Financial Representative

Northwestern Mutual
East Syracuse, NY
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Recognized by Northwestern Mutual as a Top 30 Intern, ranked #28 in the Top Producing Interns of the country as of 02/05/2024.
  • Interviewed clients to determine income, expenses, financial objectives, and risk tolerance in order to develop successful financial plans.
  • Developed and expanded holistic financial planning relationships with customers through loyal and dedicated service.
  • Grew assets under management through referrals and new business opportunities.

Hostess & Waitress

Delmonico's Italian Steakhouse
Syracuse, NY
01.2022 - Current
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Verified guest satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.

Private Childcare Provider

Self-Employed
Syracuse, US
11.2019 - Current
  • Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
  • Developed daily schedules with designated playtime, meals, rest periods and outdoor activities.
  • Informed parents about their children's development progress and a log of daily activities including eating habits, moods.

Ski Program Co-Director

Song Mountain Ski Resort
Tully, NY
11.2017 - 01.2020
  • Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
  • Conducted exercises to improve each player's flexibility, stamina, and strength.
  • Completed up to 4 individual sessions and/or 2 group classes each day.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management & Emerging Entrepreneurship

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Fayetteville-Manlius Senior High School
Manlius, NY
06.2021

Skills

  • Staff development and management
  • Curriculum development and assessment
  • Networking and marketing initiatives
  • Client Retention Strategies
  • Service and hospitality prioritization
  • Insurance sales and financial planning expertise

Certification

  • Life, Accident, and Health Insurance Agent/Broker: NYS License - 4/2023
  • Excel Certification, Syracuse University, 2022
  • iMovie, LinkedIn - 2023

Languages

Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Director of Development

Muslim Student Life at Syracuse University
01.2024 - Current

College Financial Representative

Northwestern Mutual
05.2023 - 04.2024

Hostess & Waitress

Delmonico's Italian Steakhouse
01.2022 - Current

Private Childcare Provider

Self-Employed
11.2019 - Current

General Manager

Kumon Math & Reading Learning Center
11.2017 - Current

Ski Program Co-Director

Song Mountain Ski Resort
11.2017 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Management & Emerging Entrepreneurship

Syracuse University

High School Diploma -

Fayetteville-Manlius Senior High School
  • Life, Accident, and Health Insurance Agent/Broker: NYS License - 4/2023
  • Excel Certification, Syracuse University, 2022
  • iMovie, LinkedIn - 2023
Avva Boroujerdi