Mia Karakus
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Rising college student with experience in consulting, client-facing operations, and team leadership. Combines analytical problem-solving with strong communication and collaboration skills. Passionate about business strategy and committed to delivering measurable impact in every role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front Desk Associate
The Health Club
Charlotte, NC
01.2025 - Current
• Greet and check in 100+ members and guests, providing a welcoming first impression and resolving member questions in real time.
• Manage front-desk operations including phone inquiries, service and class scheduling, membership sign-ins, and point-of-sale transactions.
• Coordinate with trainers and management to support member retention and smooth operation.
• Recognized for solid communication, positive attitude, and team-first perspective
Project Consultant
KMK Consulting
Charlotte, NC
06.2024 - Current
• Build client-facing presentations and reports, turning raw information into clear, polished deliverables.
• Plan end-to-end events, including vendor and stakeholder management.
• Design marketing and project materials, supporting consistent visual branding across deliverables.
• Manage email correspondence and project communication, ensuring timely follow-up and clean documentation.
Youth Leadership Committee Member
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
03.2025 - 03.2026
• Mentor incoming Student Visionaries of the Year candidates, sharing fundraising strategies and campaign best practices.
• Help plan and execute community events, donor outreach, and volunteer recruitment for the 2026 campaign.
Student Visionaries of the Year Candidate / Leader
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
07.2024 - 03.2025
• Led "Team Conquer Against Cancer" as a 2025 SVOY candidate, personally raising $6,590 over a 7-week campaign in support of LLS's mission.
• Recruited and managed a team of 6 volunteers, delegating outreach, event logistics, and sponsorship efforts.
• Secured corporate sponsorships and individual donations through cold outreach and community events.
• Contributed to the Charlotte chapter's record-setting campaign, which collectively raised $1,218,407 for blood cancer research and patient support.
Student Visionaries of the Year Team Member
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
09.2023 - 07.2024
• Served on "Team Together We Cure" as a 2024 SVOY team member, personally raising $10,265 over a 7-week campaign in support of LLS's mission.
• Helped contribute to the Charlotte chapter's $1,496,107 campaign total funding leukemia and lymphoma research, patient resources, and family support.
• Transitioned into a 2025 candidate role after the campaign, taking on team leadership responsibilities
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Desautels Faculty of Management
McGill University
Montreal, QC05.2030
High School Diploma -
Myers Park High School
Charlotte, NC05.2030
High School Diploma -
Providence Day School
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Microsoft Suite
- Google Workspace
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Event Planning
- Project Management
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Canva
Certification
EVERFI: Financial Literacy
Issued by Truist · March 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Turkish
Elementary
Timeline
Youth Leadership Committee Member
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
03.2025 - 03.2026
Front Desk Associate
The Health Club
01.2025 - Current
Student Visionaries of the Year Candidate / Leader
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
07.2024 - 03.2025
Project Consultant
KMK Consulting
06.2024 - Current
Student Visionaries of the Year Team Member
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
09.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Desautels Faculty of Management
McGill University
High School Diploma -
Myers Park High School
High School Diploma -
Providence Day School
Leadership & Volunteering
Student Volunteer - Atrium Health Levine Children's
• Volunteered in a pediatric hospital setting, supporting patients and families by delivering activities, comfort items, and age-appropriate resources, and spending time with children at the bedside and in play areas.
• Collaborated with Child Life and Volunteer Services staff to maintain a safe, engaging environment for children receiving care.
Student Volunteer - Atrium Health
• Supported the surgical care team and adult patient families in a hospital setting, maintaining the surgery status board and relaying real-time updates to families in the waiting area.
• Served as a communication link between care teams and patient families, building skills in clear communication, professionalism, and operating in a fast-paced, high-trust environment.
Volunteer - Charlotte Hornets
• Supported game‑day and community events for the Charlotte Hornets, assisting with NBA Summer League (Las Vegas), NBA All‑Star (Charlotte), Charlotte Hornets Training Camp, NBA International Games (Paris), and other team events.
• Helped initiatives such as the NBA Women in Basketball Operations Forum (attendee/volunteer), Hornets pre‑draft and post‑draft activities, and Hornets Military Care programs, gaining exposure to sports event operations and community outreach.
Student Volunteer - Bridge to Türkiye Fund
•Volunteer with Bridge to Türkiye Fund, a nonprofit supporting education and opportunity for students in Türkiye through scholarships and mentorship programs.
• Led weekly virtual conversation sessions with a student in Türkiye, supporting English-language development and building cross-cultural connection.
• Facilitated small-group discussions designed to build students' confidence in English, creating a low-pressure environment for them to share experiences and practice real conversation.
Awards
CMS Athletic Honor Society
Issued by CMS Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) · April 2025 & April 2026
- Recognized by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Student-Athlete Advisory Council for maintaining academic excellence while competing as a varsity student-athlete. Awarded to high school athletes who demonstrate a strong commitment to academics, athletics, and community service throughout the school year.
Volunteer Service Award
Issued by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society · March 2025
- Awarded by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in recognition of sustained leadership and service across two consecutive Student Visionaries of the Year campaigns, contributing to a combined $2.7M+ raised for blood cancer research, patient resources, and family support across the 2024 and 2025 Charlotte chapter campaigns.