Emily Yessaian
San Gabriel,CA
Summary
Motivated Business Administration student with leadership experience from founding Help with Hope, a nonprofit for children of cancer patients, and customer-facing skills as a Surf Camp Counselor. Pursuing a career in medical marketing, leveraging expertise in healthcare communication, team collaboration, and community engagement.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Summer of Surf
Santa Monica, CA
06.2019 - Current
- Facilitated daily surf lessons and beach activities for groups of campers ages 7–18, prioritizing safety and camper engagement.
- Taught basic surfing skills, ocean safety, and water confidence to campers at different skill levels.
- Checked ocean conditions and followed safety protocols to help prevent injuries and maintain a secure environment.
- Collaborated with counselors and camp staff to coordinate daily schedules, games, and group activities, enhancing camper experience.
Co-founder
Help With Hope
San Marino, California
01.2014 - 08.2026
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit to support children whose parents have cancer
- Distributed 2,000+ care packages annually, providing educational resources, comfort items, and emotional support tools to help children cope with the challenges of a parent's cancer diagnosis Raised ~$50,000 per year. Secured ~$50,000 annually for operating expenses through grant submissions, fundraising events at California Children's Museum, live TV interviews with KABC, and participation in cancer conferences.
- Organized fundraising events to secure financial support for community projects.
- Created outreach initiatives to connect with underserved individuals in the community.
Education
BBA - Marketing, Minor in Aerospace Studies
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05-2029
High School Diploma -
Maranatha High School
Pasadena, CA05-2025
Skills
- Camper engagement
- Program promotion
- Community outreach
- Volunteer management
- Event planning
- Project management
- Program promotion
- Effective communication
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Goal setting
- Clear communication
Certification
- PNC - PNC: Key Roles and Business Segments Job Simulation
- LinkedIN- Strengthen Your Decision-Making with Generative AI
- Pearson - Marketing Explorer Job Simulation
Languages
American sign language
Professional
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Summer of Surf
06.2019 - Current
Co-founder
Help With Hope
01.2014 - 08.2026
BBA - Marketing, Minor in Aerospace Studies
University of Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Maranatha High School