HOLDEN TSAO
Sherman Oaks,CA
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Board Member
Winnetka Neighborhood Council (WNC)
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Advocate for youth programs and supporting youth-related issues as the sole Youth Representative for the Winnetka area
- Communicate internally and with other local officials to determine the needs and available resources for allocation to all six schools within the Winnetka area
- Served on the Youth & Education Committee. Developed an after-school robotics program at the elementary and junior high school levels and organized an elementary school spelling bee.
- Attended, on behalf of the WNC, local community events to increase outreach for, and public exposure to, organizational services
- Facilitated community engagement through organized meetings and outreach initiatives.
IT Technician Intern
7 Layer IT Solutions
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Shadowed IT Technicians and learned new software and programs
- Assisted in troubleshooting hardware and software issues through ticketed IT tasks for end-users and real clients
- Hands on learning with computer hardware
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of emerging technologies and tools.
- Shadowed backend development of website and user platform coding systems
Intern for Assemblymember
District Office of Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Drafted memos for Assemblyman and answered phones in office
- Directed constituents to government resources and/or dealt with problems directly
- Conducted data entry and maintained accurate records of departmental activities.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare briefing materials for government officials.
- Supported the organization and participation of community outreach events to engage public stakeholders.
Cambridge Future Scholar Programme Researcher
Cambridge Center for International Research (CCIR), Ltd.
- Selected as a remote research scholar for the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Robotics course (Professor/Mentor - Dr. Nived Chebrolu)
- Created research proposal for use of AI in sorting algorithm for toxic or unwanted comments in social media comment sections.
- Presented research findings at academic conferences adapting insight and review from peers and professionals
- CCIR STEM Scholarship recipient
Remote Website Project Intern
Peeklogic (Salesforce Development Company)
2022 - 2023
- Created a user portal and website for a Salesforce custom development job (digital law firm client)
- Responsible for WordPress integration and user interface (UI) design
- Assisted in website development projects, improving overall site functionality and aesthetics.
- Expanded technical skillset through participation in training sessions, and exposure to coding languages like CSS and HTML as well as the WordPress platform interface
Education
High School -
Notre Dame High School
Sherman Oaks, CA05-2025
Skills
- Client and Interpersonal communication
- Leadership and Motivation
- Community engagement
- Computer Proficiency
Timeline
IT Technician Intern
7 Layer IT Solutions
09.2024 - 02.2025
Intern for Assemblymember
District Office of Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel
09.2024 - 01.2025
Youth Board Member
Winnetka Neighborhood Council (WNC)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Cambridge Future Scholar Programme Researcher
Cambridge Center for International Research (CCIR), Ltd.
Remote Website Project Intern
Peeklogic (Salesforce Development Company)
2022 - 2023
High School -
Notre Dame High School
Awards and Honors
4-Year Holy Cross Scholar Award Recipient (2021-2025), Maxima Cum Laude Honor (2021-2025), Notre Dame High School representative for the 2023 HOBY Leadership Conference, SoCal Challenge (Men’s Foil, 2022), Bronze medalist, SoCalScholastic Fencing League Individual Foil (2023) Medal Winner, AP Scholar Award, Letter of Commendation Recipient (Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, Council District 3, Los Angeles City Council), Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition (From the City of Los Angeles signed by Bob Blumenfield)
Noteworthy
- SAT (2024): 750 (EBRW); 720 (Math) - (1510) 96th Percentile
- PSAT (2023): 95th Percentile
- High School Placement Test (HSPT, 2020): 95th Percentile
Awards
- Letter of Commendation Recipient (Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, Council District 3, Los Angeles City Council)
- Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition (From the City of Los Angeles signed by Bob Blumenfield)
- Notre Dame High School representative for the 2023 HOBY Leadership Conference
- SoCalScholastic Fencing League Individual Foil (2023) Medal Winner