Overview
Work History
Education
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Relevant Coursework
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Mersal Nawabi

Fairfax,VA

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Bank Teller

United Bank
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Reconciled cash drawer, handling over $10k a day and resolved discrepancies.
  • Counted and packaged currency and coins.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Provided and organized over 1,500 customer records, account statements and copies of checks over 3 months.

Sales Associate/Server

Tea Mansion
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of 10 different tea types, brewing methods, and health benefits associated with each variety to assist customers in selecting the right product for their needs
  • Provided exceptional customer service to over 50 clients daily by greeting customers, answering their questions, and addressing their concerns in a friendly and professional manner
  • Prepared and served tea to customers, ensuring that the tea was brewed to the customer's liking and served in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Assisted with managing $100k worth of inventory, including restocking shelves, managing inventory levels, and organizing storage areas to ensure that products were readily available for customers
  • Promoted sales by making product recommendations and offering complementary products to customers to meet store goals which resulted in a 10% increase in sales in the course of a few months.

Retail Sales Associate

Banana Republic
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Greeted over 50 customers daily and helped with product questions, selections and purchases.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs. Signed on average two customers up for BR credit cards per week.
  • Trained three new associates on cash register operations, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer.
  • Stocked $50k worth of merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Helped with visual merchandising

Dental Assistant Intern

Dr. Riaz Rayek, Smiles At Fairfax Corner
06.2019 - 11.2019
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Recorded over 20 patients' health histories daily, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Prepared dental rooms and materials.
  • Kept work areas clean, sanitized and organized to minimize infection risk, resulting in zero safety regulation violations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
12.2024

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Canva
  • Arc GIS
  • Customer Relationship Development

Volunteer Experiences

 

  • Afghan Student Association Member- Participated in cultural events and celebrations to promote Afghan culture and traditions. Engaged in monthly community service activities to give back to the local community including, volunteering at local charities and attending fundraisers for humanitarian causes in Afghanistan.
  • Uplift a Child Youth Council Board Member- Held regular board meetings to discuss organizational strategies, goals, and progress. Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the organization's activities. Managed $1k worth of financial records and was in charge of making posts and sharing events on our social media platforms. Organized monthly awareness campaigns/fundraisers and events to educate students about children in third world countries who are in need of a proper education
  • VCU Ishaara Competitive Fusion Dance Team- Participated in regular dance practices and rehearsals twice a week to refine technique and synchronize movements with the team. Performed choreographed routines at various university events, competitions, showcases, and community performances. Worked closely with 30 other team members and three coaches to develop and execute dance routines, emphasizing teamwork and coordination. Maintained a rigorous practice schedule while balancing academic commitments and other responsibilities.
  • VCU Dental Club Board Member- Held a leadership position as treasurer, overseeing its financial record keeping. Opened a bank account for the club and managed at least $1K worth of money going in and out. Kept track of membership dues, fundraising proceeds, donations, and any other sources of income. Organized monthly fundraisers and sponsorship campaigns to support club activities, such as securing funds for events, guest speakers, or educational materials. Collaborated with fellow board members to develop strategies and plans for club growth and success.

Organizations

  • United Nations Girl Up (2017-2020) - A campaign of the UN foundation that supports millions of adolescent girls in developing countries. A movement fighting to advance girl's skills, rights, and opportunities to be leaders.

Relevant Coursework

 

  • Principles of Real Estate
  • Business Management
  • Risk Management and Insurance
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • Geo Spatial Analysis
  • Personal Finance
  • Accounting
  • Principles of Economics
  • Marketing Principles
  • Foundations of Business
  • Psychology


Awards

  • Afghan-American Community Organization Scholarship Recipient 2021
  • National Honor Society Scholar Award 2018-2020

Languages

Dari
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Bank Teller

United Bank
06.2021 - 08.2021

Sales Associate/Server

Tea Mansion
04.2021 - 06.2021

Retail Sales Associate

Banana Republic
10.2019 - 07.2020

Dental Assistant Intern

Dr. Riaz Rayek, Smiles At Fairfax Corner
06.2019 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Virginia Commonwealth University

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