Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Languages
References
Timeline
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Vendela Knoll

Glyndon,MD

Summary

Dedicated Junior seeking to further develop STEM-based skills and work as a team to gain hands-on learning experience. Particularly hoping to learn more in fields such as Chemistry and Physics. Passionate and driven to enjoy the beauty of science while working as a team with others. Planning to major in Chemistry and pursue a career in physical or nuclear chemistry.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operating Officer

Power Hawks Robotics Team
Edgewater, MD
06.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on organizational objectives and initiatives.
  • Directed the daily operations of multiple departments across the organization.
  • Conducted regular meetings with departmental heads to review progress.
  • Maintained a positive work environment by resolving employee disputes promptly.

Retail Associate

Talbots
Towson, MD
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers in finding products, answered questions, and made product recommendations.
  • Operated cash register to process payments from customers.
  • Processed online orders and ensured timely delivery of items.
  • Updated customer information in the database system when necessary.
  • Processed payments and handled exchanges, returns and refunds according to company policy.

Vice President

Sveaborg Society
, MD
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Provided on-site support during events to ensure smooth operations throughout duration of event.
  • Oversaw all aspects of event setup including layout of tables and chairs, decorations and audiovisual equipment setup.
  • Facilitated communication between various parties involved in planning process.
  • Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.

Public Relations Lead

Power Hawks Robotics Team
Edgewater, MD
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Managed the creation of marketing materials such as brochures, newsletters, videos, website content, and social media posts.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from the media and other external stakeholders.
  • Served as the primary contact for all public relations inquiries from customers or clients.
  • Cultivated relationships with local businesses in order to gain publicity through joint ventures or sponsorships.
  • Created digital content such as infographics or podcasts that highlighted important topics relevant to the company's mission.

Finance Lead

Power Hawks Robotics Team
Edgewater, MD
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Developed grant proposals to secure funding for nonprofit organizations.
  • Researched potential funders and wrote tailored grant applications that met the funder's criteria.
  • Organized financial documents required by the grantor to support the application process.
  • Collaborated with staff members to gather information about programs and services for inclusion in the proposal narrative.
  • Evaluated current business practices and recommended changes when necessary.

Education

High School Diploma -

Franklin High School
Reisterstown, MD
05-2025

Skills

  • Planning and Execution
  • Compliance Management
  • Business Forecasting
  • Operations Oversight
  • Social Media
  • Website Optimization
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Deductive Reasoning
  • Problem-Solving Aptitude

Accomplishments

  • Deans List Award Semi-Finalist- FIRST Robotics 2023

Affiliations

  • Fencing
  • Guitar
  • Painting

Languages

Swedish
Limited
French
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

Power Hawks Robotics Team
06.2023 - Current

Retail Associate

Talbots
05.2023 - Current

Vice President

Sveaborg Society
11.2022 - 12.2023

Public Relations Lead

Power Hawks Robotics Team
09.2022 - 06.2023

Finance Lead

Power Hawks Robotics Team
09.2021 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

Franklin High School
Vendela Knoll