Lon LÍyou Nanakçé
Fresno,CA
Summary
Visionary & impact-driven executive leader committed to leveraging the power of media, advocacy, & direct outreach to combat homelessness & addiction. As CEO of the Voices of The AshTree ਆਜ਼ਾਦੀ (VOTA) Foundation Podcast, I am dedicated to amplifying the voices of those affected by homelessness & substance use, fostering meaningful conversations, & driving actionable change. With expertise in nonprofit leadership, public policy, community engagement, & digital storytelling, I aim to create a platform that educates, empowers, & connects individuals with critical resources, recovery programs, & housing solutions. My mission is to build strategic partnerships with organizations, policymakers, & recovery advocates, utilizing the podcast as a catalyst for awareness, reform, & sustainable impact. Through compelling narratives, expert interviews, & lived-experience testimonials, I position Voices of the Ashtree ਆਜ਼ਾਦੀ (VOTA) Foundation Podcast as a national leader in advocacy & systemic transformation—breaking stigma, reshaping policies, & creating pathways to dignity, healing, & long-term stability for individuals & families in crisis.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Voices of The AshTree ਆਜ਼ਾਦੀ (VOTA)
Fresno, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Conducts periodic training sessions for staff on relevant topics such as fraud prevention & crisis management.
- Strategized & implemented plans to transform & revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging industry trends.
- Overseen the daily operations of the organization & ensured compliance with applicable laws & regulations.
- Established policies & procedures that promotes an ethical work environment.
- Collaborated with marketing teams on campaigns aimed at increasing brand visibility in target markets.
Kemetian (Egyptian) Dance Instructor
Private Family Business
Fresno, CA
04.2011 - Current
- Enhanced students' confidence & progress by promoting diligence & determination with difficult tasks.
- Managed studio operations, including scheduling classes, maintaining records, & ensuring the cleanliness & safety of facilities.
- Attended professional development workshops & conferences to stay current with dance education trends & techniques.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests & projects.
- Delivered group lectures & hands-on demonstrations to instruct students.
Temporary Nurse Aide (TNA)
Golden Living Center
Fresno, CA
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Documented patient intake & dietary requirements & aided with feeding & monitoring.
- Looked for physical, emotional & symptomatic changes in patient condition & obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Engaged with patient family & friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care & environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors & case managers.
- Documented information in patient charts & communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Supervisor/Trainer
Alorica Inc.
Clovis, CA
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Coordinated with IT department to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues impacting call center operations.
- Interviewed prospective employees & provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Developed employee performance & satisfaction optimization programs.
- Monitored call recordings to identify areas for improvement & compliance with protocols.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints promptly & professionally.
Youth Advisory Board Member
Fresno Economic Opportunities Commissions (EOC)
Fresno, CA
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify, assess, & mitigate potential risks to the organization.
- Maintained confidentiality in regard to internal organizational affairs & information.
- Utilized networks & resources to inspire collective action & achieve organizational goals.
- Facilitated board meetings, ensuring productive discussions & effective decision-making processes.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
Education
Fashion Industry Essentials X Teen Vogue - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School For Design
New York, NY12.2022
Africana Studies
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA01.2020
Transport Economics
Transportation Communication Union
San Jose, CA12.2017
Business Administration & Management
San Jose Job Corps
San Jose, CA06.2016
NYU TISCH X Billboard Music Industry Essentials - Music Business & Performance
Yellowbrick. CO
12.2022
Rollingstone Media Writing Essentials - Media Writing
Parsons The New School For Design X Rollingstone
12.2022
Certification
- The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking- Sex Trafficking Free Zone Certification
- The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking- Unlock Freedom: It Starts With Me Certification
- The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking- Human Trafficking: Educator Certification
- Born This Way Foundation- Be There Certificate Mental Health Certification
- MS Excel (OPAC Certification)
- MS Word (OPAC Certification)
- MS PowerPoint (OPAC Certification)
- Alphabetic Filing (OPAC Certification)
- Numeric Filing (OPAC Certification)
- Petty Cash (OPAC Certification)
- Basic Math (OPAC Certification)
- Bank Reconciliation (OPAC Certification)
- Bank Deposit (OPAC Certification)
- Social Media Marketing
- Personal Finance
- Business Writing
- Industry Analysis & Trends Business Planning
- Analysis Market Research
- Product Development
- Budget Management
Awards & Honors
- 2014 Fresno Bee Newspaper Article on becoming an Emancipated Minor
- 2015 Fresno Unified School District Superintendent Scholarship
- 2020 Fresno City College Dean's List
Languages
- Ge'ez- Native
- Gurmukhi- Fluent
- Punjabi- Intermediate
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Voices of The AshTree ਆਜ਼ਾਦੀ (VOTA)
08.2020 - Current
Temporary Nurse Aide (TNA)
Golden Living Center
07.2018 - 04.2020
Supervisor/Trainer
Alorica Inc.
07.2018 - 01.2020
Youth Advisory Board Member
Fresno Economic Opportunities Commissions (EOC)
01.2015 - 05.2015
Kemetian (Egyptian) Dance Instructor
Private Family Business
04.2011 - Current
Fashion Industry Essentials X Teen Vogue - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School For Design
Africana Studies
Fresno City College
Transport Economics
Transportation Communication Union
Business Administration & Management
San Jose Job Corps
NYU TISCH X Billboard Music Industry Essentials - Music Business & Performance
Yellowbrick. CO
Rollingstone Media Writing Essentials - Media Writing
Parsons The New School For Design X Rollingstone
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