Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Uniqueexperiences
Awards
Technologyskills
References
Languages
Timeline
BusinessDevelopmentManager

Liv Steen

Somerville,MA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Small Planet Institute
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Researched, edited and promoted upcoming essay, books and reports for Frances Moore Lappe
  • Prepared project reports to assist senior staff
  • Assisted in Operation Management
  • Implemented process improvements, streamlining operations for increased productivity.
  • Established positive and effective communication among staff, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.

President and CoFounder of Mental Health Matters

Hopkins School District
03.2018 - 06.2021
  • Served as President of ISD 270's mental health initiative
  • Enhanced public understanding of health topics by creating engaging and informative content for various platforms.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions aimed at generating innovative ideas for to improve student and staff mental health and mental health knowledge which led to the creation of the Wellness center and a peer support program
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (Such as Hopkins's One Voice Coalition) to develop cohesive and effective communication materials for diverse audiences.
  • Conducted research on health trends in ISD 270 to inform content creation and messaging strategies.
  • Developed relationships with key partners in public health organizations to strengthen collaborative efforts in promoting wellness initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented health education programs to help students and staff improve mental health and well-being.

Youth Representative

Minnesota Youth Council
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Representing Minnesota's fifth district on state's youth-led council
  • Attend and participate within YDAC and various legislative hearings
  • Organizing town halls related to youth-focused issues.

Member, MyHealth's Youth Advisory Board

  • Plan youth-targeted events to raise awareness of the organization
  • Experience with fundraising and grant writing initiatives
  • Help with marketing and social media implementation through youth targeting
  • Support coalitions and organizations through policy and advocacy related efforts.

Barista

Blue Bottle
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service
  • Produced consistent espresso shots
  • Executed Pour-Overs with beautiful blooms
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.

Faro Cafe - Barista

08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Analyzed problems and worked with the team to develop solutions
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
  • Produced consistent espresso shots.

Exos Fitness Center - Receptionist

EXOS
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Contributed to increased membership retention rates by building rapport with clients through attentive service and genuine interest in their progress.
  • Contributed to a team-oriented work environment by providing support and assistance to fellow staff members when needed.

Counselor

Camp Teko
05.2019 - 12.2019


  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Held sessions on developmental stages, non-violent communication, and diffusion techniques

Member, Hopkins Chamber Orchestra

Member, Ambassador, Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies

Member, H opkins Sinfonia Orchestra

Member, H opkins Philharmonic Orchestra

Mentor, Harmony - Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies

Participant, Boston Leadership Institute (3 weeks)

Member, Temple Israel Program for Temple Youth

Mental Health Matters, Hopkins MN - President, Co-Founder

02.2018 - 07.2021
  • Created various programs and initiatives to help lessen the stigma and support young people's health.

Youth Board Member

Myhealth For Teens & Young Adults
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Plan youth-targeted events to raise awareness of the organization; as well as community development.

Member, Temple Israel Sustainability Committee

  • Provide youth perspective on how faith-based groups can move towards greater sustainability
  • Set up carpooling initiatives
  • Advocated for farm-to-table resources.

Social Action Vice President

Temple Israel
  • Organized volunteer programs with meals on wheels and other organizations
  • Identified ways youth can become civically engaged; created candidate guides
  • Set up educational programming on hot topics.

Teacher's Assistant

Temple Israel Minneapolis
08.2018 - 12.2021
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.

Barista

TenOne Tea House
05.2024 - Current

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Community Health

Tufts University
Medford, MA
06.2026

Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Boston University
Boston, MA
06.2023

No Degree - Political Science

Simmons University
Boston, MA
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Hopkins Senior High School
Minnetonka, MN
06.2021

Skills

  • Research abilities
  • Media Relations
  • Community Engagement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Strong public speaker
  • Adept at critical analysis
  • Strong leadership and group facilitation skills
  • Fast-learner
  • Friendly

Uniqueexperiences

  • Panel on Vaping with Governor Tim Walz, Lit. Governor Peggy Flannagan, Commissioner Ricker, and Commissioner Malcolm, on Vaping in schools.
  • Press Conference with Governor Tim Walz, Lit. Governor Peggy Flannagan, Commissioner Ricker, and Commissioner Malcolm, Minnesota's announcement to sue JUUL.

Awards

  • AP Scholar
  • TruArtSpeaks Semifinalist 2019
  • The Minnesota World Language Proficiency Certificate in October 2016
  • The Minnesota World Language Proficiency Certificate 2014
  • The Minnesota World Language Proficiency Certificate 2013
  • Hopkins West Junior High School Certificate of Excellence GPA 2017
  • Hopkins West Junior High School Certificate of Excellence GPA 2016
  • Minnesota State High School League Superior Rating in State-Section Music Contest-Festival 2019

Technologyskills

  • Google Suites
  • Adobe Suites
  • RStudio

References

  • Halla Henderson, hhenderson@mnyouth.net
  • Holly Magdanz, Holly.Magdanz@Hopkinsschools.org

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Arabic
Elementary

Timeline

Barista

TenOne Tea House
05.2024 - Current

Faro Cafe - Barista

08.2023 - 05.2024

Barista

Blue Bottle
01.2023 - 08.2023

Intern

Small Planet Institute
09.2022 - 01.2023

Exos Fitness Center - Receptionist

EXOS
06.2022 - 08.2022

Youth Representative

Minnesota Youth Council
09.2019 - 06.2021

Youth Board Member

Myhealth For Teens & Young Adults
08.2019 - 06.2020

Counselor

Camp Teko
05.2019 - 12.2019

Teacher's Assistant

Temple Israel Minneapolis
08.2018 - 12.2021

President and CoFounder of Mental Health Matters

Hopkins School District
03.2018 - 06.2021

Mental Health Matters, Hopkins MN - President, Co-Founder

02.2018 - 07.2021

Member, MyHealth's Youth Advisory Board

Member, Hopkins Chamber Orchestra

Member, Ambassador, Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies

Member, H opkins Sinfonia Orchestra

Member, H opkins Philharmonic Orchestra

Mentor, Harmony - Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies

Participant, Boston Leadership Institute (3 weeks)

Member, Temple Israel Program for Temple Youth

Member, Temple Israel Sustainability Committee

Social Action Vice President

Temple Israel

Bachelor of Arts - Community Health

Tufts University

Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Boston University

No Degree - Political Science

Simmons University

High School Diploma -

Hopkins Senior High School
Liv Steen