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Gabrielle Griffin

Prospect Heights,IL

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Arctic Spoon, excelling in team training and customer service. Recognized for developing innovative solutions in nanotechnology research and public speaking. Proficient in Swift programming and data analysis, driving operational efficiency and enhancing user experience through effective collaboration and leadership.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate

Arctic Spoon
Wheeling, Illinois
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Trained eight new employees on effective opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed product handling, cleaning, and customer service for over 30 clients daily.
  • Took charge during shifts to ensure operational efficiency and team performance.

Nanotechnology Researcher

Wheeling High School
Wheeling, IL
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Conducted original research on mechanical properties of algae-enhanced bioplastics, analyzing Chlorella concentrations' effects on composite strength and biodegradability.
  • Developed 30 testable samples using melt mixing techniques and dog bone molds, evaluated through tensile testing and soil burial degradation trials.
  • Addressed formulation challenges by iterating from PVA to PEG for improved binding while minimizing algae concentrations to prevent clumping.
  • Operated advanced laboratory equipment, including SEM, AFM, sputter coater, and structural stress analyzer for comprehensive material evaluation.

App Creator

D214 App Showcase
Wheeling, Illinois
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Developed Log-in app in Playgrounds and showcased to Apple employees at Hershey High School.
  • Presented LockIn app to students, teachers, and staff throughout the day.
  • Recognized as one of six winners from 70 submissions for LockIn app.
  • Selected as one of three solo teams to present app at Michigan Avenue Apple Store in Chicago.

Presenter

Apple App Presentation
Chicago, Illinois
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with Apple Creatives to plan presentation on LockIn app.
  • Delivered presentation at Apple Store on Michigan Avenue, showcasing app features.

Participant

Code Elevate
Skokie, Illinois
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Facilitated workshops on group dynamics, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills.
  • Collaborated with peers to design and develop basic Python games.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to promote creative thinking among students.
  • Introduced foundational concepts of Python programming.

Education

High School -

Wheeling High School
Wheeling, Illinois
05-2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team training and supervision
  • Public speaking
  • Technical writing
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Microscopy skills
  • Data analysis
  • User experience design
  • Swift programming
  • Xcode proficiency
  • Playgrounds development
  • Fusion 360 modeling
  • Procreate illustration
  • Basic French proficiency

Volunteer Experience

  • Shorewood Bible Church, Arlington Heights, Illinois, Volunteer, 02/24, Lead cleanup among group of other teens
  • Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), City, Illinois, Packer, 05/24, Packed food for 90 children on behalf of Wheeling High School’s National Honor Society

Extracurricular Activities

Sky High Volleyball Club, Palatine, Illinois, Opposite, 11/21, 04/24, Trained at Harper College under the college girls volleyball coach, Attended practices outside of club with college athletes, 3rd Place at Chicago Volleyball League (16 Drenth), 2023 Wheeling Varsity Volleyball, Palatine, Illinois, Player, 11/21, Present, Played as 3rd outside hitter as a junior, starting opposite hitter as a senior, Attended practices Wheeling Varsity Bowling, Wheeling, Illinois, 11/22, Present, Placed on varsity as a sophomore, mentored students on JV teams National Honor Society (NHS), Wheeling, Illinois, Member, 05/24, Present, Volunteer for cleanup events and organization volunteer opportunities National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), Wheeling, Illinois, Member, 05/23, Present, Assist with school events, local book drives, FMSC

Accomplishments

Biogeneius Finalist; Regional and State Gold Medalist in Nanotechnology Research; Windy City Science and Physics Fair Award Winner; District App Showcase Winner (Presented at Apple Store, Chicago); AP Scholar with Honors; National Honor Society (NHS) and National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Inductee; Varsity Athletic Letter in Volleyball and Bowling; Selected Participant in Competitive Summer STEM Program for Women of Color in Tech.

Timeline

Nanotechnology Researcher

Wheeling High School
08.2024 - 05.2025

Participant

Code Elevate
07.2024 - 07.2024

App Creator

D214 App Showcase
05.2024 - 05.2024

Presenter

Apple App Presentation
05.2024 - 05.2024

Associate

Arctic Spoon
02.2023 - 08.2023

High School -

Wheeling High School
Gabrielle Griffin
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