KENDALL J. SMIth
Chicago,IL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Assistant
NCCU - Office of Student Support Services/Advising
Durham, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Executed administrative projects assigned by the Director to support student success initiatives
- Created high-quality flyers and digital materials in Canva for departmental events and communications
- Assisted with advising processes, including preparing resources, communicating with students, and maintaining program organization
Team Lead
Panera Bread
Schererville, IN
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Supported management in daily operations, ensuring high standards for food quality, service, and cleanliness
- Led a team of 15 during shifts, acting as the manager on duty when needed
- Trained, mentored, and guided new and current associates to uphold Panera’s standards
Associate Team Lead
Dairy Queen
Schererville, IN
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Hired as an Associate and got promoted to Team Lead
- Led and motivate a team of 11 during shifts to deliver outstanding service
- Ensured food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards are upheld
- Assisted with opening and closing procedures
Education
Bachelors of Business Administration - Accounting
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05-2028
Skills
- Financial Modeling
- Quantitative Research
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Google Workspace
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Canva
Campus Involvement
NCCU - Office of the Chancellor
Chancellor Ambassador
- Serve as a direct representative of the Chancellor, functioning as a leadership extension of the Chancellor's office
- Represent NCCU at high-profile events including receptions, luncheons, mixers, athletic events, and Homecoming
- Act as a student ambassador for the university's top administrative office, ensuring professional and exemplary student representation
NCCU - Student Government Association
Ambassador
- Manage and oversee budgeting and financial planning for Class of 2028
- Collaborate with student leaders to allocate funds and track expenditures
- Ensure financial transparency and maintain accurate financial records
Affiliations
- Member of University Honors Program
- Member of Mentoring Committee
- Member of Kids to College Mentorship Program
- Member of National Association of Black Accountants (NABA)
Accomplishments
- Dean's List; 2025
- Soaring Eagle Scholarship Recipient
- John Andrew Barbee Sr. Scholarship Recipient
Timeline
Student Assistant
NCCU - Office of Student Support Services/Advising
08.2025 - Current
Team Lead
Panera Bread
08.2022 - 08.2025
Associate Team Lead
Dairy Queen
07.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelors of Business Administration - Accounting
North Carolina Central University