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Sara Paul

Houston,TX

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate leader with over a decade of experience in operations management, family support, and student-centered service. Committed to fostering positive student behavior, empowering youth and families, and building inclusive, safe school communities. Seeking to bring leadership, empathy, and problem-solving skills to a high school Dean of Students role.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Partner

P&S Studio Inc
Houston, TX
01.2010 - Current
  • Oversee all aspects of daily business operations, including communications, administration, finance, payroll, and client scheduling.
  • Manage branding, logo design, and marketing collateral to ensure cohesive visual identity across platforms.
  • Designed and launched the company's website and social media presence, enhancing customer engagement and accessibility.
  • Plan and coordinate events, promotions, and campaigns to drive client retention and brand visibility.
  • Supervise a high volume of clients and technicians, maintaining efficiency and a positive client experience even during peak periods.
  • Lead data entry and business reporting efforts to ensure accurate recordkeeping and informed decision-making.

Mission Support - Community Engagement Volunteer

Hunt with Heart
Houston, TX
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supported the Executive Director in ongoing development tasks, attending events for our members and donors, assisted in writing grants, maintenance of donors and members lists (thank you cards, updated correspondences, etc.), coordination of marketing materials and social platforms, and program administration.
  • Helped foster a supportive environment for families, offering both empowerment and connection.
  • Assisted in planning and facilitating family-centered activities that enabled confidence and resilience building, encouraged bonding, emotional healing, and shared joy amidst serious medical challenges.
  • Acted as a liaison between families and the organization leaders, helping ensure that both the kids' and parents' voices were heard and their needs were met.
  • Contributed to a positive, uplifting environment where families could connect with others facing similar challenges and build a supportive network.

Lead Server/Trainer

Straits Restaurant
Houston, TX
05.2012 - 08.2015
  • Served up to 50 customers per shift, ensuring their needs were met with patience, diligence, and a positive attitude.
  • Collaborated with 20+ service and kitchen staff on menu additions, efficiency of workflow and general restaurant maintenance.
  • Conducted training of over 12 new servers to maintain restaurant expectations and policies.

Volunteer - Patient and Family Support Services

MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
06.2010 - 03.2013
  • Provided compassionate support and assistance to patients and caregivers across multiple departments, including May's Clinic Information Desk, Nuclear Medicine, GI Chemotherapy Clinic, and CT/MRI Clinic.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a hospital setting, helping patients navigate the facility and access vital information and resources.
  • Collaborated with faculty and clinical staff to enhance patient experience, offering comfort and reassurance during emotionally and physically challenging times.
  • Gained exposure to diverse healthcare roles, improving communication, empathy, and leadership skills through direct patient and staff interaction.
  • Contributed to a welcoming, organized environment that supported patient well-being and hospital operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX
08.2022

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Initiative
  • Bilingual English and Vietnamese
  • People management
  • Technologically savvy
  • CRM - Customer Relationship Management
  • Creative problem solving

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Mission Support - Community Engagement Volunteer

Hunt with Heart
03.2022 - 12.2022

Lead Server/Trainer

Straits Restaurant
05.2012 - 08.2015

Volunteer - Patient and Family Support Services

MD Anderson Cancer Center
06.2010 - 03.2013

Managing Partner

P&S Studio Inc
01.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Houston-Downtown