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Sophia Strehl

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader and strategic thinker with proven success in logistics coordination and team leadership. At Gator Motorsports, excelled in delivering innovative solutions and presentations, enhancing competition performance. Skilled in relationship building and adaptability, demonstrated through diverse roles from City Council Member to Aquatics Lead. Achieved significant community engagement and safety improvements, showcasing reliability and decision-making prowess.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Team Member

Gator Motorsports
Gainesville, FL
10.2024 - Current
  • Gator Motorsports Business Team Member
  • Cost analysis and cost reports for this year's competition.
  • Request for Proposal outlining cost, logistics, and innovative ideas for future FSAE competitions.
  • Develop and create a business presentation based on competition prompts using marketing, economics, and financial background.
  • Presentation and communication skills- tasked with presenting the year's information and project to a panel.
  • Competes in Formula SAE national competition

PACE Chairwoman

Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
Gainesville, FL
09.2024 - Current
  • PACE chairwoman for Gamma Phi Beta- Eta Xi chapter (Personal and Chapter Enrichment)
  • Communicate vital information about various topics to ~300 people biweekly with the overarching theme of life skills, personal growth, and enrichment
  • Moonball committee- Gamma Phi Beta Philanthropy committee- created brackets and organized teams for our yearly philanthropy competition. Registered teams and assisted our philanthropy chair with various tasks.

Aquatics Lead

City Of Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie, MN
02.2022 - Current
  • Aquatics Event Lead: Successfully lead and executed over 12 major aquatics events per year, ensuring safety, enjoyment, and high participation. Fostered community engagement and promoting aquatic programs through digital marketing strategies. Coordinated and planned Eden Prairie High School swim meets- managed logistics and problem-solved in real-time. Handled tens of thousands of dollars in Colorado Tech swim meet equipment, and was responsible for testing and troubleshooting along with basic repairs. Managed swimmers, coaches, officials, volunteers, and parents and maintained building policy and the utmost safety, adhering to city and state safety codes.
  • Lifeguard Instructor: Instructed classes on safety and rescue techniques for lifeguards, such as CPR, first aid, and water-rescue skills. Developed lesson plans for lifeguarding courses based upon American Red Cross standards. Provided in-service training to existing lifeguard staff on the proper use of emergency equipment. Trained new instructors on the American Red Cross curriculum guidelines
  • Head Lifeguard: Coordinated scheduling of shift rotations amongst lifeguard staff members to ensure adequate coverage at all times. Trained new hires on safety protocols, procedures, and customer service standards.
    Provided emergency response for medical or other emergencies as needed. Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques. Communicated and managed up to 200 patrons per shift, ensuring a positive and safe experience for each person

Customer Relationship Lead

City Of Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie, MN
08.2021 - Current
  • Promotion from Cafe Team Member
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving complaints.
  • Conducted regular customer surveys to identify areas for improvement in customer satisfaction levels.
  • Trained new staff members on proper handling of customer relations tasks. Searched for missing persons utilizing appropriate resources.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with local law enforcement agencies.
  • Managed visitor traffic flow within parks throughout the cities, particularly during special events

Ambassador

Vision Party UF
Gainesville, FL
09.2024 - 10.2025
  • Campaign ambassador for the spring 2024 senatorial campaign
  • Canvassed hundreds of students face to face to educate voters on party platform
  • Contributed to success in the University-wide student government election

City Council Member

City Of Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie, MN
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Member on the City of Eden Prairie Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Commission- a branch of EP City Council.
  • Met biweekly to discuss issues and developments within the city and collaborated with park and city managers to advise and propose solutions and ideas.
  • Received valuable experience and exposure to council meetings and learned about the inner workings of local government.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Business Administration

University of Florida
Gainesville
05-2028

Skills

  • Logistics coordination
  • Adaptability
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Reliability

Languages

French
Full Professional

Certification

  • Global Seal of Biliteracy- Minnesota Dept. of Ed., 2024
  • CPR/AED with First Aid for the Professional Rescuer, R.24 Version, American Red Cross, 2024- 2026
  • Lifeguard Instructor, American Red Cross, 2023-2025
  • Water Safety Instructor, American Red Cross, 2024-2026

Timeline

Business Team Member

Gator Motorsports
10.2024 - Current

PACE Chairwoman

Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
09.2024 - Current

Ambassador

Vision Party UF
09.2024 - 10.2025

City Council Member

City Of Eden Prairie
08.2023 - 07.2024

Aquatics Lead

City Of Eden Prairie
02.2022 - Current

Customer Relationship Lead

City Of Eden Prairie
08.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Business Administration

University of Florida
Sophia Strehl