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Education
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Hi, I’m

Michelle Wada

Enviromental Scientist
Las Vegas And Los Angeles ,NV
Michelle Wada

Summary

Throughout my career, I have held various management postilions that have developed my leadership and organizational skills. My experience has equipped me with a strong understanding of team dynamics and effective communication.

Recently, I decided to shift my focus and pursue a degree in environmental science, driven by my passions for sustainability and environmental stewardship. As I graduate, I am eager to apply my management expertise in the field of environmental science. I hope to contribute to meaningful projects that address pressing environmental issues, promote sustainable practices, and support conservation efforts My unique blend of management experience and newly acquired scientific knowledge postilions me well to make a positive impact in the environmental sector.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Siolskincare.com
Las Vegas, NV

Owner/Operator
01.2008 - Current

Job overview

  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Crafted engaging sales copy and eye-catching graphics for inventive client presentations.
  • Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained consistent work levels by establishing large customer base and continuous pipeline of deliveries.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.

Southwest Airlines

Supervisor of Operations
07.2013 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.

Education

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH

Bachelor of Science from Environmental Science
01.2021 - 06.2025

University Overview

  • Honor Roll January 2022, March 2022, May 2022, July 2022, September 2022, November 2022, January 2023, March 2023, May 2023, November 2023, May 2024
  • Awarded NSLS Leadersip
  • 3.431 GPA

IAP Chef Certification

Certification from Culinary Arts
09.2023

University Overview

  • Completed professional development in Emotional Intelligence certification
  • Member of NSLS
  • Elected to for National Society of Leadership in 2021/22
  • Professional development completed in 2023
  • Dean's List 2020/2021/2023
  • Awarded Honor Roll

Southeast Community College Area
Lincoln, NE

Certification from Computer Technology
06.1995

Skills

  • Process Improvement Strategies
  • Multi-Unit Operations Management
  • Strategic Partnership
  • Staff Training
  • Workflow Planning
  • Contract Review and Recommendations
  • Staff Management
  • Market Growth
  • High-Pressure Environments
  • Policy and Procedure Implementation
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Schedule Oversight
  • Goal Attainment
  • Client Relations
  • Cross-Functional Communication

Accomplishments

    I returned to college to earn a Bachelors of Science to further my Management career. During this time I have earned and maintained a 3.97 grade point average. I was also accepted to NSLS National Society of Leadership.


    I have also obtained a Chef's license during this time. Cooking is my passion and I wanted to help people who have special needs such as cancer patients and diet restrictions.

Additional Information

My superpower is obtaining my goals and thriving.

Timeline

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science from Environmental Science
01.2021 - 06.2025

Supervisor of Operations

Southwest Airlines
07.2013 - 02.2020

Owner/Operator

Siolskincare.com
01.2008 - Current

IAP Chef Certification

Certification from Culinary Arts

Southeast Community College Area

Certification from Computer Technology
Michelle WadaEnviromental Scientist