Soulei H. Sunrise
Kapaa,HI
Summary
Efficient and detail-oriented Personal Assistant with track record of initiative and accuracy. Highly organized and consistently anticipates needs of clients. Skilled multitasker and correspondence management.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-owner
Life and Land Hawaii; LNL FARMS – Kapaa, Kaua'i
05.2018 - Current
Co-owner
Life and Land Hawaii; LNL FARMS
Kapaa
05.2018 - Current
- Soil production, consultations, installations, education: SUSTAINABILITY MINDSET.
- Agro forestry, resource~reuse, cover crop, rebirthing the islands through soil conservation.
- Native Hawaiian Medicinal Plant usage, feeding the soil and aiding people.
- CBD/HEMP education.
- Lifeandlandhawaii.com.
Manager
Hanalei Paddler – Hanalei, Kaua'i
02.2018 - 07.2021
Distributor Sales Representative
Kahuna Distributions – Lihu'e, Kaua'i
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Distributions, management, sales,.
- All employees, on all islands, Laid off from job, with 5 days notice: Owner sold company.
Distributor Sales Representative
Kahuna Distributions – Lihu'e, Kaua'i Distributions
01.2018 - 01.2019
Manager
Hanalei Paddler – Hanalei
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team of 5 associates.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
Personal Administrative Assistant
The DhyanaCenter
Sebastapol, California
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Handled all incoming information requests for several busy executives.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments and arranging transportation.
- Orchestrated successful conferences, including associated travel for all speakers and attendees, facilities and support services.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
Personal Administrative Assistant
The Dhyana Center of Therapeutics
Sebastopol, CA
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Laid off from job, due to the Santa Rosa California Fires.
- Personal Assistant to the Founder of “The Dhyana Center of Therapeutics”.
- Event Coordinator.
- Athletic Director; Hiring of the Yoga Staff.
Personal Administrative Assistant
Dhyana Center Of Therapeutics
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Whom It May Concern: It is my pleasure to recommend Soulei Sunrise Dicker for employment.
- Soulei has been a student and intern at the dhyana Center since September of 2016.
- I oversee student class registration and intern management and have had the pleasure of guiding her in planning her steps toward becoming an Ayurvedic practitioner.
- She has exhibited excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and diligence in her studies and work supporting clinics here at the Center.
- She has a keen sense of empathy and forethought, which is real asset to the client focus we keep.
- She is also eager to communicate and explore new ideas where they benefit others.
- Along with her agility in a variety of client care environments, Soleil is a pleasure to work with.
- She has the ability to put clients and colleagues at ease and brings joy and motivation to her conversations.
- She can also keep a grounded focus and dedication to situations that require endurance.
Executive Administrator, Manager
Brett Todoroff
Berkeley, California
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Updated executives on changing business needs by thoroughly documenting internal and client meetings.
- Handled all incoming information requests for several busy executives.
- Organized and updated schedules for more than 3 Business Executives.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative support, including estate, household and property management.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
- Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments and arranging transportation.
- Managed large range of services including pet care, phone screening, shopping and bill paying to provide clients with premium family time.
- Arranged domestic and international travel plans and itineraries, including flight, car service and restaurant reservations.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
- Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, email and faxes.
- Organized client' homes prior to arrival home and performed house sitting duties.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Picked up and dropped off clients at airport.
Executive Administrator
SunShine Collective
Berkeley, California
03.2013 - 11.2015
- Emerald Botanical Collective// Humboldt, Farms Collective.
- Humboldtbrothers.
- Worked in alliance with North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board; Field work, charting, and permitting of proper water usage.
- Responsible for large amounts of money handling; paying two company bills, accounts and payroll.
- Performed all executive duties: answering phones, scheduling business meetings, filing, etc.
Property Management
Animal Caretaker/Homesteader
Redway, California
09.2008 - 07.2014
- Assistance with basic carpentry.
- Elderly animal care; administering medical supplements on schedule, monitoring and basic health Brundage Mountain Resort – McCall, Idaho August ’07- May ‘08.
- Held multiple positions as ski lift operator, bartender, waitress, café manager at “Smokey’s” Zip-Line Guide Tamarack Canopy Mountain Zip Line – Donnelly, Idaho March ’08- September ‘08.
- Performed all zip-line guide duties including, sending, catching//receiving , and midline rescues on mixed platform and “tree platform” courses.
- Maintained a professional and fun atmosphere for clients and coworkers.
- Exhibited excellent teamwork and a strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
- Ensured superior customer experience by addressing the client's concerns, demonstrating empathy and compassion through confident knowledge of how to ensure their safety.
Manager
Mendonesia Cafe
Willits, California
02.2011 - 08.2013
- Maintained and operated coffee, espresso, food equipment used in our daily service.
- Constantly expanded personal knowledge of coffee styles and varieties.
- Memorized recipes for 25 specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
- Experience with all shifts; opening, closing, and event organization.
- Served 300 customers daily.
- Recruited community members for projects and activities.
- Represented the city at community and professional organizational meeting.
- Developed innovative programs and activities based on analysis of community needs and interests.
Manager
Mendonesia Cafe
Willits, California
01.2011 - 01.2013
Owner
Animal Caretaker/Homesteader – Redway
, California
01.2008 - 01.2010
Co-Owner/Operator
Jesse’s Gym & Samara Beach Surf School – Playa Samara Costa Rica
05.2002 - 04.2007
- Part-Owner.
- Surf Instructor for private instruction (over 10,000 students taught).
- Massage Therapist; Deep Tissue and Sports Therapy.
- Personal trainer.
- Private, personal Travel Agent; arranged domestic and international vacation itineraries.
- Oversaw and managed a team of 7 employees in Spanish.
- Enhanced marketing exposure through effective website content management and direct correspondence withpotential clients.
- Managed business finances, including paying vendors and suppliers for products services rendered.
- Planned and launched innovative, creative and effective community events and business promo Business Accomplishments:.
- Recommended by “Lonely Planet Travel Guide” two consecutive years of ’05-‘07 Trader Joe's – Encinitas, California September ’99-October ’01.
- Displayed friendly, outgoing and energetic behavior to create a warm, fun atmosphere for customers.
- Upheld company standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Monitored temperature of cases, shelves and storage areas and reported failures to the manager.
- Hired, trained and evaluated personnel in sales and marketing.
- Counted cash drawers and made bank deposits.
- Examined, interviewed and measured patients in order to determine appliance needs and identify factors affecting appliance fit.
Co-Owner/Operator
Jesse’s Gym & Samara Beach Surf School – Playa Samara Costa Rica
01.2002 - 01.2007
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
Encinitas, California
01.1999 - 01.2001
Manager Barista
Gadsden Coffee Co
Arivaca, Arizona
01.1993 - 05.1997
- Managed 11 employees, and numerous parts of coffeehouse operations, responsibilities, improvements, including: Food safety and quality compliance with state health department.
- Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
- Multitasked shift lead and food preparation often.
- Reduced food costs by 40% by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size Job Accomplishment: Generated a coffee booth, annually, at the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, “world’s largest gem show,” serving up to 50,000 in attendance.
Catering – Tucson Arizona (Manager)
As You Wish Catering
01.1993 - 01.1997
Manager
Gadsden Coffee Co
Arivaca, Arizona
01.1993 - 01.1997
Manager
Horse Trail Pack Guide
Arivaca, Arizona
01.1991 - 01.1997
- Skills.
- Cashier experience with all restaurant associate work.
- Reception and secretarial experience with all Manager/Owner and affiliated work.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish).
- Strong PR background.
- Organized.
- Reliable.
- Decisive.
- Service oriented Team Player.
- Flexible schedule.
- Computer knowledgeable.
- Website design; domain name coding.
- Lift and carry up to 75-150 lbs.
- Effective public speaker.
- PHYSICAL SKILLS: using specific software, machines, knots, repairs, procedures….
- Proficient in accounts billable; budgets/salary/company spending.
- Managerial background.
- First Aid/CPR knowledgeable.
- Held certification 10 consecutive years (just needs renewal).
- First responder experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - HawaiianStudies, Agricultural Business, Psychology
Kauai Community College
Lihue, HI05.2024
250 Hours Clinical Ayurveda Program 2016 -2017 (current) Sebastopol, Ca 72 Hours Certificate of completion: “NiaCu” Iridology 2014-2015 Georgetown, Ca 30 hours Certificate of Completion: “The Matrona of Quantum midwifery” -
Dhyana Center Of Therapeutics
2013
To Labor (formerly ALACE), The Organization of Labor Assistance For Birth Option & Resources -
To Labor
2012
Completion of 26 Hour Training Course, A Requirement For Birth Doula CertificationMinneapolis, MN -
Doula Certification
High School Diploma -
Sahuarita High School
Sahuarita, AZ1997
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Strong problem solver
- Relationship/team building
- Commitment to quality and service
- Travel coordination
- Business management, Scheduling
- Secretarial
- Bi-lingual; Spanish, learning ʻŌlelo Hawaii
- Team Player
- Excellent communication, Teamwork
- Client, Website design
- Customer satisfaction
- Filing
- First Aid
- Focus
- Hiring
- Managerial
- Marketing
- Public speaker
- Public speaking
- Quality Control
- Receiving
- Reception
- Repairs
- Filing and data archiving
- Errands
- Executive presentations
- Meeting planning
- Travel Administration
- Time management
- Professional and mature
- Advanced interpersonal skills
- Operations support
- Social media savvy
- Multi-line phone proficiency
Websites
Accomplishments
- Sahuarita High, AZState of Arizona “Reporter” for VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) 1996Tucson, AZNational Silver Medalist “Prepared Speech” 1996Kansas City, MO.
Timeline
Co-owner
Life and Land Hawaii; LNL FARMS – Kapaa, Kaua'i
05.2018 - Current
Co-owner
Life and Land Hawaii; LNL FARMS
05.2018 - Current
Distributor Sales Representative
Kahuna Distributions – Lihu'e, Kaua'i
05.2018 - 01.2019
Manager
Hanalei Paddler – Hanalei, Kaua'i
02.2018 - 07.2021
Distributor Sales Representative
Kahuna Distributions – Lihu'e, Kaua'i Distributions
01.2018 - 01.2019
Manager
Hanalei Paddler – Hanalei
01.2018 - 01.2019
Personal Administrative Assistant
The DhyanaCenter
07.2016 - 10.2017
Personal Administrative Assistant
The Dhyana Center of Therapeutics
07.2016 - 10.2017
Personal Administrative Assistant
Dhyana Center Of Therapeutics
07.2016 - 10.2017
Executive Administrator
SunShine Collective
03.2013 - 11.2015
Executive Administrator, Manager
Brett Todoroff
01.2013 - 01.2016
Manager
Mendonesia Cafe
02.2011 - 08.2013
Manager
Mendonesia Cafe
01.2011 - 01.2013
Property Management
Animal Caretaker/Homesteader
09.2008 - 07.2014
Owner
Animal Caretaker/Homesteader – Redway
01.2008 - 01.2010
Co-Owner/Operator
Jesse’s Gym & Samara Beach Surf School – Playa Samara Costa Rica
05.2002 - 04.2007
Co-Owner/Operator
Jesse’s Gym & Samara Beach Surf School – Playa Samara Costa Rica
01.2002 - 01.2007
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
01.1999 - 01.2001
Manager Barista
Gadsden Coffee Co
01.1993 - 05.1997
Catering – Tucson Arizona (Manager)
As You Wish Catering
01.1993 - 01.1997
Manager
Gadsden Coffee Co
01.1993 - 01.1997
Manager
Horse Trail Pack Guide
01.1991 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Arts - HawaiianStudies, Agricultural Business, Psychology
Kauai Community College
250 Hours Clinical Ayurveda Program 2016 -2017 (current) Sebastopol, Ca 72 Hours Certificate of completion: “NiaCu” Iridology 2014-2015 Georgetown, Ca 30 hours Certificate of Completion: “The Matrona of Quantum midwifery” -
Dhyana Center Of Therapeutics
To Labor (formerly ALACE), The Organization of Labor Assistance For Birth Option & Resources -
To Labor
Completion of 26 Hour Training Course, A Requirement For Birth Doula CertificationMinneapolis, MN -
Doula Certification
High School Diploma -
Sahuarita High School
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