Olivia Zappas
palo alto,California
Summary
Collaborative volunteer with experience in community outreach and team dynamics. Skilled in event logistics, effective communication, and feedback analysis, contributing to improved program offerings and successful volunteer initiatives. Also has experience in broadcast and teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
DPS volunteer
DPS
Palo Alto, California
07.2025 - Current
- Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles, and other animals to protect safety.
- Developed strong personal relationships and trust with dogs through vocal affirmations, petting, and pre-approved treats.
- Fed, walked, and cared for dogs during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Volunteer
Dream Volunteers
palo alto, California
02.2025 - Current
- Supported community outreach initiatives by organizing informational sessions.
- Managed logistics for volunteer events, ensuring smooth operations on-site.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and project leaders for clarity.
- Helped people in different countries
- Evaluated volunteer feedback to improve future program offerings and engagement.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
Infocus Member
Palo Alto High School
Palo alto, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Edited and wrote scripts
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Club Staff Member
Students at Palo Alto High School
palo alto, California
01.2024 - Current
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Planned bi-weekly meetings
- Worked with other students
- Set up promotional displays and equipment for special events and activities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - High School Student
Palo Alto High School
Palo AltoSkills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Task organization
- Feedback analysis
- Community engagement
- Clear communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Fundraising events
- Relationship building
- Friendly and outgoing
- Adaptability and dependability
- Community service
- Team leadership
- Organized and efficient
- Fundraising
- Computer skills
- Volunteer orientation
- Flexible schedule
- Public speaking
- Cultural awareness
- Photography and videography
- Equipment installation
Accomplishments
broadcast award 3rd place
Timeline
DPS volunteer
DPS
07.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Dream Volunteers
02.2025 - Current
Infocus Member
Palo Alto High School
08.2024 - Current
Club Staff Member
Students at Palo Alto High School
01.2024 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - High School Student
Palo Alto High School