Shang Lin Kan

Pasadena,California

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President/Head of Finance

UCI Taiwanese Student Association

Irvine, California

01.2025 - Current

Direct a 20+ member executive board to strategize and deliver large-scale cultural and professional events for 200+ attendees, leading cross-functional planning across marketing, logistics, and operations
Own end-to-end financial management, including annual budgeting, expense control, and vendor negotiations, ensuring efficient fund allocation and transparent reporting
Secure and manage corporate and local business partnerships (e.g., Wushiland, Fat Daddy, P.F. Chang’s), generating sponsorships and in-kind support that lower event costs and boost participation

Public Relations Intern

UCI Taiwanese National Organization

Irvine, California

12.2023 - 12.2024

Led planning and promotion for campus cultural and social events, driving increased student participation and attendance across the organization
Coordinated logistics with cross-functional officers to execute meetings, workshops, and large-scale programs efficiently
Designed and launched marketing communications and social media campaigns that strengthened brand visibility and boosted member engagement

Finance Intern

Kanscorp Construction Co., Ltd.

Taipei, Taiwan

06.2023 - 09.2023

Analyzed and structured financial datasets using Excel (pivot tables, formulas) to improve reporting accuracy and streamline monthly tracking processes
Supported budgeting and daily accounting operations, including expense documentation, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance
Partnered with leadership to develop communication and reporting materials that enhanced brand visibility and stakeholder engagement

Activities Head

TAS Cycling Club

Taipei , Taiwan

09.2022 - 06.2023

Coordinated club operations and led officers in organizing member activities and training sessions.
Managed logistics and communications for efficient program execution.
Strengthened team collaboration by addressing operational challenges with structured planning.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of California, Irvine

Irvine, CA

06-2027

Skills

Technical: Marketing research & survey design, Data analysis & visualization, Financial modeling, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace

Languages

English

Native/ Bilingual

Chinese (Mandarin)