Deven Shah
Orlando
Summary
Known for committed, dedicated, disciplined, and fostering team collaboration. Experienced in mentoring younger kids and organizing engaging activities. Ready to leverage skills to drive positive outcomes in community and scholarly health and research initiatives.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder, Director of Operations
Jerseys4Joy Inc.
Orlando, FL
04.2022 - Current
- Established partnerships with local organizations such as Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital to expand community outreach efforts.
- Uplifted patients by delivering swag from Florida sports teams, professional and collegiate, to take their minds off treatment and onto sports!
- Led fundraising efforts in order to raise money for the delivery of over 100 Jerseys and Hats to the hospitals
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and expense tracking
Lead Volunteer
Arnold Palmer Hospital
Orlando, FL
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted in daily administrative tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Coordinated and led brainstorming sessions with the other 40 volunteers, contributing innovative ideas for projects and events at the hospital's Seacrest Studios
- Supervised and uplifted patients to help them through difficult times
- Encouraged patients to learn hobbies like piano, podcasting, and guitar, or simply play with the toys and games in the studio
- Organized and Hosted Talent Show for patients to show off their new hobbies to families and friends
- Hosted guests such as WWE stars, PGA Tour Players, and NASCAR drivers in the studio
Vice President
South Asian Student Association (SASA)
Winter Park, FL
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented 3 outreach programs to foster community connections among diverse student populations.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance cultural awareness and engagement among the 50+ South Asian students in the club.
- Coordinated multiple events that promoted diversity, inclusion, and collaboration within campus communities.
Two-year Captain
High School Varsity Cross Country + Track & Field
Winter Park, FL
06.2024 - 05.2026
- Led team practices, fostering a competitive and supportive environment for all athletes.
- Mentored 20+ younger athletes, promoting improvement, discipline and sportsmanship among team members.
- Facilitated effective communication between coaches, athletes, and parents (50+ people) to ensure alignment on goals and expectations.
- Responsible for evaluating individual teammate progress, in order to specifically tailor training programs to optimize performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2030
High School Diploma -
Winter Park High School
Winter Park, FL05.2026
Skills
- Project Management
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Team Leadership/Collaboration
- Community Engagement
Certification
Obtained Biotechnology Aptitude and Competency (BACE) Certification from UF Learning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Vice President
South Asian Student Association (SASA)
08.2025 - 05.2026
Lead Volunteer
Arnold Palmer Hospital
05.2025 - 09.2025
Two-year Captain
High School Varsity Cross Country + Track & Field
06.2024 - 05.2026
Founder, Director of Operations
Jerseys4Joy Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Florida
High School Diploma -
Winter Park High School