Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
Leadership And Involvement
Certification
Accomplishments
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GRACEN PAGE

Seattle,WA

Summary

Dynamic communications professional with a solid background in team leadership and program management. Proven ability to optimize operational workflows and elevate participant experiences through strategic event planning and marketing initiatives. Adept at fostering cross-team collaboration to achieve organizational goals and enhance community engagement.

Overview

1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Program and Activity Lead

Basin Recreation
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2026 - Current
  • Direct a team of counselors, managing activity schedules and delegating tasks to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Promoted teamwork and leveraged leadership and communication skills to enhance participant satisfaction and engagement.
  • Coordinated summer camp programming for children ages 6-12, fostering a safe and engaging environment that supported learning and development.

Barista & Operations Team Member

Diversions Cafe
Tacoma, WA
01.2025 - 05.2026
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in a high-traffic campus environment, managing large order volumes during peak hours while upholding strict quality standards.
  • Streamlined operational workflows by collaborating across teams and implementing proactive process improvements.
  • University of Puget Sound

Marketing & Promotions Director

KUPS Radio Station
Tacoma, WA
08.2023 - 05.2026
  • Spearheaded marketing strategies and innovative programming initiatives that significantly drove student engagement and expanded the station's listener base.
  • Cultivated partnerships with local artists and venues to secure live performances and created promotional materials to elevate brand visibility.
  • Directed event planning for large-scale campus events, managing logistics, vendor negotiations, and budgets from $500 to $3,000 to ensure successful execution.

Student Philanthropy Manager

University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA
03.2023 - 01.2025
  • Led team of 8-12 student fundraisers, overseeing daily operations and achieving quarterly donation targets for university scholarship fund.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to set fundraising goals, analyze campaign metrics, and implement data-driven enhancements.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs that improved call success rates by 30% and enhanced donor engagement strategies.

Sustainability Initiatives Coordinator

Office of Sustainability
Tacoma, WA
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Designed and implemented a campus-wide composting program, from initial feasibility analysis and vendor selection to the creation of educational materials driving university-wide adoption.
  • Led campus-wide sustainability audits, identifying operational gaps and implementing strategic improvements, such as optimized battery recycling placement.
  • Created educational signage to enhance waste-sorting accuracy and support compliance with recycling protocols.

Customer Service Specialist & Marketing Coordinator

Retro Betty
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2021 - 07.2022

Delivered consultative customer service while overseeing POS operations, inventory management, and gift presentation.

  • Co-developed social media marketing strategy across TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter, producing engaging content that enhanced brand visibility and attracted foot traffic.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions in the database.

Barista & Customer Service Associate

Garden Espresso
Murray, UT
06.2020 - 11.2021
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient food and beverage preparation, order fulfillment, and transaction processing in a high-volume setting.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service by effectively managing multiple service touchpoints and fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee bar and dining area.

Youth Program Coordinator

Real Life & Boys Scouts of America
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Designed and facilitated after-school programming for elementary students, enhancing engagement and learning across two school locations.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum to foster character development and leadership skills in youth participants, promoting personal growth and community involvement.
  • Coordinated youth activities and events for diverse groups within community settings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Organizational Communication

University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA
05-2026

High School Diploma - Honors -

Highland High School
Salt Lake City, UT
01-2022

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Event planning
  • Team leadership
  • Project management
  • Marketing strategy
  • Communication skills
  • Decision-making
  • Workflow enhancement

Community Service

  • Kindergarten Classroom Volunteer, 2024 - 2026, Assisted the teacher with daily classroom activities, supported student learning, read to children, prepared classroom materials, and helped create a positive learning environment.
  • Serve the People Tacoma, 2024 - 2026, Assisted with food distribution, donation organization, and community support while fostering a welcoming and efficient service environment.
  • Homeless Outreach Volunteer, 2012 - 2019, 7+ years preparing and distributing meals to individuals experiencing homelessness.
  • Youth Church Service Trip, Boston, MA, 06/18, Week-long service initiative focused on community development.

Leadership And Involvement

  • Black Student Union, 2022 - 2026, Managed community outreach initiatives, cultivated local partnerships, organized campus events, and fostered student-community engagement.
  • Repertory Dance Group, University of Puget Sound, 2022 - 2026, Collaborated in a student-led organization to perform choreography and support a creative campus community. Demonstrated strong discipline and teamwork through consistent rehearsal and performance schedules.
  • Competitive Dance, 2012 - 2018, Developed discipline, teamwork, and performance under pressure.
  • Competitive Soccer, 2011 - 2014, Built communication and strategic thinking capabilities.

Certification

  • Food Handler Certification - State of Utah
  • American Red Cross - CPR/AED Certification

Accomplishments

  • Dean’s List, University of Puget Sound — 2025/2026
  • Employee of the Month, University of Puget Sound — May 2025

Timeline

Program and Activity Lead

Basin Recreation
06.2026 - Current

Barista & Operations Team Member

Diversions Cafe
01.2025 - 05.2026

Sustainability Initiatives Coordinator

Office of Sustainability
05.2024 - 08.2024

Marketing & Promotions Director

KUPS Radio Station
08.2023 - 05.2026

Student Philanthropy Manager

University of Puget Sound
03.2023 - 01.2025

Customer Service Specialist & Marketing Coordinator

Retro Betty
10.2021 - 07.2022

Barista & Customer Service Associate

Garden Espresso
06.2020 - 11.2021

Youth Program Coordinator

Real Life & Boys Scouts of America
09.2019 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Organizational Communication

University of Puget Sound

High School Diploma - Honors -

Highland High School
GRACEN PAGE