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Mia Akemon

Los Angeles

Summary

Committed and passionate fourth-year undergraduate in Hospitality Management with a comprehensive education in hotel and tourism services. Proficient in customer service within diverse sectors including food, beverage, and event planning, spanning corporate and independent settings. Recently completed a rigorous study abroad program in Florence, Italy, focusing on immersive learning in event coordination and hospitality services, blending classroom knowledge with practical application. Certified in safe food handling.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Charitable Foundation Intern

The Cheesecake Factory
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported planning and execution of The Cheesecake Factory Oscar & Evelyn Overton Charitable Foundation’s annual charity golf tournament and Red Cross Blood Drive
  • Helped raise over $1 million for City of Hope through event coordination and sponsor engagement
  • Managed data entry and maintained accurate records of participants, staff, and volunteers
  • Coordinated outreach and communication with potential sponsors through email campaigns
  • Designed digital materials including labels, name tags, and marketing materials
  • Provided on-site support, ensuring smooth execution and addressing real-time needs

Crew Member

Trader Joe's
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
  • Ensured products were replenished and organized, maintaining optimal inventory levels and visual appeal.
  • Consistently exceeded expectations by proactively addressing often overlooked tasks.
  • Designed and created engaging and informative product display signs, ensuring ease of browsing and aesthetic appeal for customers.

Barista

Andante Coffee Roasters
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing and serving high-quality products.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Assumed managerial responsibilities in the absence of a designated manager, training new employees and ensuring prime service beyond my regular duties.

Junior Event Planning Intern

The Cheesecake Factory
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Supported senior event planners by managing secondary tasks, enabling them to concentrate on primary responsibilities.
  • Studied under primary event coordinator for the company, expanding my knowledge of the hospitality industry and inner workings of event planning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
12-2025

Skills

  • Event planning
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Natural leadership abilities
  • Proactive attention to detail
  • Creative problem solver
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Editing and creating digital marketing materials
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Timeline

Charitable Foundation Intern

The Cheesecake Factory
05.2025 - 08.2025

Crew Member

Trader Joe's
10.2023 - 12.2023

Barista

Andante Coffee Roasters
11.2022 - 07.2023

Junior Event Planning Intern

The Cheesecake Factory
06.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Tourism and Hospitality Management

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH