Madison Lakatos
North Tonawanda,NY
Summary
Dedicated to the preservation and longevity of both the history and people of Western New York, experienced first and foremost in connecting with others both on an individual and organizational level. Hardworking and passionate about the continued history of Buffalo and its communities and the ability to collect and archive the lives and livelihoods of its people while continuing to offer both education and aid through community connections and research.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Donations Ambassador
Savers
08.2019 - Current
- Handled and assessed vintage and antique items with care and proper collection
- Coordinated and assisted donation drives and mutual aid with local community organizations
- Sorted and performed quality control measures of donated items.
- Respectfully communicated with diverse population of volunteers and employees.
- Maintained organized and clean worksite.
- Displayed excellent customer service when greeting customers and accepting donations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of transport trucks.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
- Educated donors on nonprofit partners to the business and the impact of their donations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05.2024
Skills
- Fast and Flexible Learner
- Research
- Documentation
- Handling of Delicate Items
- History Knowledge
- Critical Thinking and Conflict Management
- Document Coordination
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Time Management
- Client Relationships
- Content Capturing and Social Media
Additional Information
Independent Academic Research Topics:
- 20th Century & Present immigrant cultures in the Western New York area
- Historic LGBT activist groups and organizations in Buffalo and Niagara Falls
- Buffalo Sports Organizations and the way they intertwine historically with the people and culture of Buffalo
Timeline
Community Donations Ambassador
Savers
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
SUNY At Buffalo
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