- Jigsaw puzzles
- Knitting
- Camping
- Rare plants
- Culinary innovation
- Guitar, harp
Sophie Wilczynski
Austin,TX
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Background Investigator
Texas Department Of Banking
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted 700+ comprehensive background investigations on individuals and entities affiliated with state-regulated financial institutions, ranging from traditional banks to cryptocurrency exchanges. Maintained sophisticated records of subjects' criminal, financial, personal histories. Evaluated potential risks & presented findings to division director for regulatory decision-making purposes.
- Initiated significant overhaul of background investigation policy & procedure in interest of eliminating administrative redundancies, maintaining integrity of infosec protocol, & strategically adapting to proliferating AI integration.
- Developed & implemented novel cross-functional training materials, in addition to refining existing materials, to fill critical informational gaps in documentation of agency procedures.
- Employee Advisory Council: January 2025-present
Grant Writer & Researcher
International Dyslexia Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Spearheaded research & drafted grant proposals for funding opportunities for enhanced IDA presence in Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Mississippi, and Rhode Island.
- Initiated pursuit of higher-level grants at both state and national level for teacher training, improved K-12 literacy education, and the implementation of IDA’s research-based accreditation process.
- Collaborated directly with CEO and senior board members to facilitate expansion of existing chapters.
Program Manager
University of Texas at Austin
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Coordinated on-site logistics for the University of Texas National Institute of Forensics’ summer debate workshop for 600+ students hosted through Moody College of Communication.
- Recruited and managed over 100 independent contractors to meet program needs, such as curriculum development, one-on-one instruction, and competition logistics.
- Oversaw logistical coordination of two major competition events per year, each hosting over 1,000 people & responsible for 80% of program revenue.
Operations Manager
Clarke Minerals & Geosciences, LLC
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed purchasing, 1500+ items of inventory, and online listings for business distributing rare gems, minerals, & fossils.
- Utilized foreign language skills in correspondences with domestic and international clients, facilitated acquisition of key international markets.
- Strategized doubling of social media following from 4,000 to 8,800 via algorithm optimization.
Academic Consultant
The Harker School
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Oversaw work with national title-holding high school students on legal and academic research and strategy development in preparation for state and national policy debate competitions.
- Researched and analyzed public policy topics and devised strategic advocacies deployed by students in competitive settings.
- Assisted program directors with coordination of tournament logistics, inter-city and state travel, supervision of up to 70 students at major tournaments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Rhetoric & Writing, History
University of Texas At Austin
AustinSkills
- Languages: French (fluent); Russian, Arabic (conversational)
- Legal & investigative research
- Technical, analytical, editorial writing
- Event planning & coordination
- Public speaking
- Conflict management & de-escalation
Interests
Timeline
Corporate Background Investigator
Texas Department Of Banking
01.2024 - Current
Grant Writer & Researcher
International Dyslexia Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
Program Manager
University of Texas at Austin
01.2019 - 01.2024
Academic Consultant
The Harker School
03.2018 - 08.2018
Operations Manager
Clarke Minerals & Geosciences, LLC
03.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Rhetoric & Writing, History
University of Texas At Austin
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