KENNEDI S. YOUNG
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Visionary and purpose-driven business entrepreneurship student at Southern University at New Orleans, with a 3.70 GPA and a bold focus on leadership, empowerment, and innovation. As a four-year Strada Scholar and founding President of SUNO’s Curvy Girlz Club, I champion inclusive student engagement, self-confidence, and social change. My commitment to academic excellence, service, and sisterhood is further demonstrated through my involvement in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Beta Gamma Sigma. Equipped with skills in event planning, mentorship, and strategic communication, I bring energy, empathy, and execution to everything I do.
Overview
4
4
year of professional experience
Work History
Member
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
03.2025 - Current
- Support chapter events, academic service initiatives, and leadership workshops.
- Embrace the mission of sisterhood, scholarship, and social action.
- Collaborate with members to drive cultural awareness, and uplift the community.
President & Campus Founder
Curvy Girlz Club, SUNO Chapter
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Launched and led SUNO’s first Curvy Girlz Club chapter to promote body positivity and student wellness.
- Host monthly events, like 'Monday Mixers' and confidence-building workshops.
- Oversee recruitment, event budgeting, marketing, and leadership development.
- Advocate for student voices, and inclusive representation across campus.
Front Desk Career Center & Career Fair Assistan
Southern University at New Orleans (work study)
New Orleans, LA
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Assist students with resumes, mock interviews, and professional branding.
- Help organize and promote campus-wide career fairs and employer events with 20 or more vendors.
- Manage event registration, student check-in, and follow-up communication.
- Contribute to a welcoming and empowering student career development space.
Sales Associate
Men's Wearhouse
New Orleans, LA
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted customers with suit and formal wear selection.
- Provided personalized styling and fitting advice.
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- I took accurate measurements for tailoring and rentals.
- Operated the cash register and handled customer transactions.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor.
- Helped meet daily sales goals through teamwork and product knowledge.
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
New Orleans, LA
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted customers with selecting athletic and lifestyle footwear and apparel.
- Provided product knowledge and sizing guidance to enhance the shopping experience.
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Maintained store cleanliness, organized merchandise.
- Supported sales goals through upselling and promotional awareness.
- Participated in team meetings and training to stay updated on new releases and trends.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Entrepreneurship
Southern University At New Orleans
05.2025
Skills
- Event Planning
- Community Engagement
- Public speaking
- Group facilitation
- Student leadership
- Time management
- Organization
- Microsoft Office
- Networking skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Project planning
- Communication
- Customer service
- Canva
- Team leadership
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
President & Campus Founder
Curvy Girlz Club, SUNO Chapter
Oct 2024 – May 2025
- Launched and lead SUNO’s first Curvy Girlz Club chapter to promote body positivity and student wellness
- Host monthly events like “Monday Mixers” and confidence-building workshops
- Oversee recruitment, event budgeting, marketing, and leadership development
- Advocate for student voices and inclusive representation across campus
Member
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Mar 2025 – Present
- Support chapter events, academic service initiatives, and leadership workshops
- Embrace the mission of sisterhood, scholarship, and social action
- Collaborate with members to drive cultural awareness and uplift the SUNO community
Southern University at New Orleans Alumna Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Honors: Highest GPA in Department Award, Dean’s List, Honor Roll
Timeline
Member
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
03.2025 - Current
President & Campus Founder
Curvy Girlz Club, SUNO Chapter
10.2024 - 05.2025
Sales Associate
Men's Wearhouse
09.2024 - 04.2025
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
03.2024 - 08.2024
Front Desk Career Center & Career Fair Assistan
Southern University at New Orleans (work study)
01.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Entrepreneurship
Southern University At New Orleans
Similar Profiles
Shamya BrawnerShamya Brawner
Chairperson at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc- Delta Xi ChapterChairperson at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc- Delta Xi Chapter
Marguerita SteeleMarguerita Steele
3rd Vice President at Cincinnati Alumnae -Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc3rd Vice President at Cincinnati Alumnae -Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc
Mekhi WilsonMekhi Wilson
Recording Secretary and Corresponding Secretary at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. -Nu UpsilChapterRecording Secretary and Corresponding Secretary at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. -Nu UpsilChapter
Donald BrowderDonald Browder
Boilermaker at REPCONBoilermaker at REPCON
Wade McCallisterWade McCallister
IT Supervisor at Premier Health ConsultantsIT Supervisor at Premier Health Consultants