Grace Fratello-Hakim
Thousand Oaks
Summary
Sustainability professional with research, analysis, and program design experience across environmental planning, community engagement, and climate resilience. Skilled in data synthesis, stakeholder communication, and translating complex technical insights into actionable strategies. Prepared to support waste management, zero waste consulting, and circular systems strategy. Fluent in English and professional Spanish; strong facilitation and public speaking experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Human–Wildlife Relationships Research Project
Hans Hoheisen Wildlife Research Station
Kruger National Park, South Africa
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Conducted qualitative and participatory research to map land use, access patterns, and environmental constraints, enabling evidence-based recommendations.
- Engaged local NGOs, researchers, and stakeholders to co-develop sustainable land stewardship insights.
- Designed and delivered a multi-stakeholder symposium with 60+ attendees, crafting presentations and facilitating discussions on environmental resilience.
- Prepared written and visual report deliverables to communicate research findings for diverse audiences.
Climate Change Action & Awareness Training Program
Peace Corps Mexico
Queretaro, Mexico
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Designed and administered community surveys and interviews to gather environmental resilience data and traditional knowledge.
- Synthesized results into actionable insights and contributed to community-informed action planning.
Climate Corps Education Outside Fellow
Strategic Energy Innovations
San Francisco, CA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Led sustainability and environmental instruction for over 200 students weekly at Frank McCoppin Elementary School
- Developed and implemented educational sustainability programs, integrating data tracking and impact communication across school garden systems.
- Maintained detailed program documentation and newsletters to inform community stakeholders and enhance program visibility.
Undergraduate Research Scholar
Sustainable LA Grand Challenge — UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Analyzed literature and quantitative evidence linking household water use and urban sustainability.
- Produced research outputs aimed at informing climate resilience strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Global Challenges For Sustainability
Trinity College Dublin & University of Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain02-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Geography And Environmental Studies
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2021
Skills
Consulting & Analysis:
Data interpretation Program evaluation Report writing Circular systems thinking
Communication:
Facilitations, stakeholder education sessions, presentations, technical communication to non-technical audiences
Technical Tools:
GIS Qualitative data coding Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Google Workspace
Professional:
Project coordination Cross-cultural collaboration Time management Detail-oriented execution
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Human–Wildlife Relationships Research Project
Hans Hoheisen Wildlife Research Station
08.2025 - 02.2026
Climate Change Action & Awareness Training Program
Peace Corps Mexico
08.2023 - 12.2023
Climate Corps Education Outside Fellow
Strategic Energy Innovations
08.2022 - 08.2023
Undergraduate Research Scholar
Sustainable LA Grand Challenge — UCLA
05.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Global Challenges For Sustainability
Trinity College Dublin & University of Barcelona
Bachelor of Arts - Geography And Environmental Studies
University of California, Los Angeles