Mario Nakajima
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Business owner with legal compliance and organizational development at a non-profit. Successfully secured partnerships with major organizations, enhancing funding opportunities. Bilingual in Japanese and English, adept at relationship building and public speaking, driving impactful initiatives and fostering community engagement. Experience in professional baseball, including player knowledge and front office operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner (Non-Profit Organization)
Vice-President
11.2024 - Current
- Managed all legal and compliance aspects of the nonprofit; filing the Articles of Incorporation, bylaws, file for 501(C)(3) status, receive a federal EIN from IRS, and maintain ongoing IRS Form 990 and state filings
- Oversee and coordinate nonprofit leadership roles and staff responsibilities to ensure efficient and smooth organizational operations.
- Reach out to potential sponsorships and funding for other organizations.
- Secured partnerships from LA Dodgers Foundation, LA Galaxy Foundation, and Selkirk.
- Brainstorm and plan pickleball tournaments with team members.
- Assisted the finance team in managing budgets and allocating total profits toward charitable donations
- Manage marketing alongside team members.
Intern
Los Angeles Dodgers
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Translated for Japanese players in coordination with the coaching staff and strength trainers.
- Assisted with on-field and weight-room workouts.
- Sorted and organized daily files and reports.
- Prepared pre-game nutrition drinks for players.
- Participated in front-office activities to gain personal knowledge.
Education
No Degree -
St. John Bosco High School
BellflowerSkills
- Bilingual in Japanese and English
- Legal Compliance
- Public speaking
- Organizational development
- Purchasing and planning
- Operations management
- Business development
- Relationship building
- Issue resolution
- Scheduling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Full Professional
Extracurricular activities
- Onori Society- Club under National Honors Society where I tutor individuals on subjects that I excel in; history and english. Tutor students six times per semester (3 hours each session), assisting with AP English thesis statements, AP US History study guides, and general homework support
- Academic Decathlon- Competed in inter-school tournaments in debating, quizzing, and essay writing; placed in the top 50 and qualified for global rounds in South Korea. Strengthened debate and analytical skills.
- Ambassadors- Lead campus tours for parents and prospective students, facilitating shadow days and representing the school at other Catholic schools throughout LA County to promote enrollment; strengthened public speaking skills
- Baseball- Played for four years currently serve as a bullpen pitcher on varsity.
- Bosco Surf Club- Vice President and Instructor of Bosco Surf Club; organize surf events and teach beginners, developing leadership and teaching skills while engaging with peers.
- Brothers of Bosco- President of the club. I manage lunchtime tamale sales to raise funds for churches in Jalisco, Mexico.
- Pokemon Club- Member of Pokemon club. Organize and participate in Pokémon club discussions and card trading.
Timeline
Business Owner (Non-Profit Organization)
Vice-President
11.2024 - Current
Intern
Los Angeles Dodgers
06.2024 - 08.2025
No Degree -
St. John Bosco High School