PAYTON WALKER

Eager, passionate, dependable, and energetic professional with a strong background in animal care, customer service, and team collaboration. Seeking a position at Pet Suites to provide attentive, loving care to dogs while supporting a clean, safe, and fun environment. Known for building trust with both pets and people, staying calm under pressure, and working hard to ensure that every animal and owner has a positive experience. Excels with empathy, communication, and patience to ensure optimal care and welfare of animals in various settings.

• Sandra Beam, Professor & Primary Education Director, Shawnee State University, (513) 720-4023, sandraleebeam@gmail.com
• Hayley Venturino, Assistant Director of the Center for LifeLong Learning, Place of Employment, (740) 648-8883, hventurino@shawnee.edu
• Megan Baum, Director, Candyland Children's Museum, (614) 203-9608, hello@candylandmuseum.com

AmeriCorps, Community Service 1/23-1/25

 Participated in Make a Difference Day of Service, contributing to community improvement projects

 Engaged in Global Youth Day of Service, supporting initiatives aimed at empowering young people

 Took part in ServeOhio Day of Service, collaborating on efforts to address local community needs.

• LeaderCorps Representative, Serve OHIO, 09/23, 05/24, Represented Project BEAR at outreach events and led a local service project for the community.
• Spokesperson, Project BEAR | Science of Reading Panel, 01/24, 12/24, Presented alongside Governor Mike DeWine to advocate for literacy-focused education.