McKenna Stricker
Summary
Versatile and proactive professional with a proven track record of applying strong communication and analytical skills to new challenges. Seeking to turn global experience, business acumen, and adaptive mindset towards the publishing industry to help deliver fresh perspectives into the hands of readers worldwide.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Communication Coordinator
Peace Boat
Tokyo, Japan
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered high-quality interpreting services during academic-level lectures in Japanese and English, ensuring clear communication despite initial inexperience and tight deadlines
- Seamlessly facilitated cross-cultural communication and understanding between passengers and locals while overcoming language barriers at ports of call
- Adapted to changing environments and deadlines while consistently maintaining high-quality work
- Prioritized teamwork and collaboration across diverse teams to ensure quality and timeliness
- Emphasized passenger involvement and experience, resulting in regular positive feedback and high satisfaction
Experienced Staff
KPMG Japan
Tokyo, Japan
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Within 2 months, acquired proficiency in, and began assisting clients with, a brand new proprietary project management platform, leading to increased client satisfaction and contract renewals
- Facilitated high-level meetings, providing interpretation services to ensure effective communication among stakeholders
- Drafted contracts and documents, enhancing tracking systems for improved accuracy and compliance
- Trained newly hired employees on company policies and best practices, ensuring consistent onboarding and adherence to standards.
Staff
KPMG Japan
Tokyo, Japan
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Within the first 4 months, attained working knowledge of Japanese tax laws and standards
- Facilitated communication between local teams and foreign subsidiaries of multinational Japanese corporations
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials
- Translated specialized and technical documents from Japanese to English, ensuring clarity and accuracy for diverse audiences
Education
10-month intensive program -
Stanford's Inter-University Center For Japanese La
Yokohama, Japan06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Languages And Cultures, Japanese
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2022
Skills
- Japanese - Full Professional Fluency (JLPT N1 Certification)
Timeline
Communication Coordinator
Peace Boat
07.2025 - 12.2025
Experienced Staff
KPMG Japan
09.2024 - 05.2025
Staff
KPMG Japan
09.2023 - 08.2024
10-month intensive program -
Stanford's Inter-University Center For Japanese La
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Languages And Cultures, Japanese
University of Washington