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Sonakshi Gaur

San Jose,CA

Summary

Motivated and passionate high school student aspiring to build a career in business, specializing in accounting to expand and refine my own sustainable thrift business. Currently studying at Piedmont Hills High School in San Jose, California. Skilled in leadership, graphic design, programming, and marketing, with experience in founding and leading student organizations and entrepreneurial ventures. Excited to develop my expertise in accounting and contribute meaningfully as a student in the upcoming academic year.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Online Sustainable Thrift Store

Owner
09.2021 - Current
  • Generated $1,000+ in revenue from selling 100+ items
  • Upcycled, sewed, and sourced 200+ clothing items
  • Built and managed an online presence with over 1,000 followers, providing a personalized customer service
  • Conducted 15+ market surveys to refine sales techniques, align with customer preferences, and increase engagement
  • Launched promotional content to promote sustainable fashion, raising awareness of eco-consciousness

Education

High School Diploma -

Piedmont Hills High School
San Jose
05-2025

Skills

Co-founder, Vice President of South Asian Student Association (SASA) (11th & 12th)

  • Co-founded SASA to create a safe space for South Asian students
  • Organized 5 cultural events and fundraisers, raising over $300 for community causes
  • Participated in school club events, and collaborated with other school organizations
  • Designed 6 pieces of club merchandise, in charge of publicity content, advertising, and creative assets

Co-founder, Captain of Nachdi Dance Team (11th & 12th)

  • Co-founded the Bollywood dance team to represent South Asian culture
  • Organized 8 performances, led weekly practices, and hosted 10 weekend workshops for 20 younger dancers
  • Designed promotional materials such as posters, merchandise, and videos

Coding Instructor (11th & 12th)

  • Taught 35 underserved students Python and Scratch through 20 sessions
  • Designed over 50 lesson plans and mentored students on 5 coding projects, including app design

Co-founder, Moderator of Minecraft Survival Multiplayer Server (9th - 12th)

  • Managed server activities for a community of 300 players
  • Developed 5 custom server plugins to boost gameplay experience

Founder, K-pop, and Gaming Online Community (9th - 11th)

  • Built and managed a Discord community of 1,000 members focused on shared interests in K-pop and gaming
  • Increased engagement through 30 giveaways, organized 25 virtual events and weekly competitions
  • Designed custom graphics, including 80 emotes and promotional content for the community, and completed commissioned 10 projects for other servers

Graphic, UI/UX Designer

  • Proficient in Adobe apps and video editing

DJ and Music Producer

  • Produced 20 original music tracks
  • Performed at 10 events for audiences of 100

Coding and Programming

  • Proficient in Python, Java, JavaScript, C, HTML, and CSS
  • Created 15 custom gaming plugins

Accomplishments

  • AP Scholar Award (11th grade)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Independent Online Sustainable Thrift Store

Owner
09.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Piedmont Hills High School

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