Experience

Odyssey International Exchange

• United States
• Education Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President of Designations

  • Jun 2021 - Present

• Executive Director

  • Jan 2017 - Jun 2021

  Austin, Texas Odyssey International Exchange is an American cultural exchange organization with a global mission: To help our participants define their own journey. With headquarters in Los Angeles and offices in Texas, Europe and Asia, we have helped thousands of international students and young professionals explore the United States in unique and enriching ways. As a designated sponsor of the J-1 Intern and Trainee programs, Odyssey International Exchange provides structured Internship and… Show more Odyssey International Exchange is an American cultural exchange organization with a global mission: To help our participants define their own journey. With headquarters in Los Angeles and offices in Texas, Europe and Asia, we have helped thousands of international students and young professionals explore the United States in unique and enriching ways. As a designated sponsor of the J-1 Intern and Trainee programs, Odyssey International Exchange provides structured Internship and Training programs with American host companies which allow participants to experience an authentic and fully immersive journey into American culture, businesses, and local communities.



International Trainee Network (ITN)

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of International Partnerships

  • Feb 2013 - Jan 2017

  Los Angeles, CA Responsible for developing and managing ITN's international partner portfolio, directing large international recruitment events, and overseeing multiple project timelines. I manage a team of 4 people at our offices in Los Angeles and jointly manage our office in Manila, Philippines. My position requires international and domestic travel (on average once a quarter), to meet with partners, put on presentations about our programs, conduct interviews with potential clients and attend… Show more Responsible for developing and managing ITN's international partner portfolio, directing large international recruitment events, and overseeing multiple project timelines. I manage a team of 4 people at our offices in Los Angeles and jointly manage our office in Manila, Philippines. My position requires international and domestic travel (on average once a quarter), to meet with partners, put on presentations about our programs, conduct interviews with potential clients and attend conferences related to the Youth Travel and Cultural Exchange Industry. - Promoted to manager of the compliance (legal) department in 2014. -Promoted to Director of International Partnerships in 2015. Show less



Jones Brothers Confections

• Project Manager

  • Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Guangzhou, Guangdong, China Managing member of team from America tasked with establishing a nation-wide Chinese luxury chocolate brand. Involved in most aspects of early business development. Primary responsibilities included: finding and establishing a production facility, sourcing ingredients, choosing product offerings, establishing partnerships with local distributors. Accomplishments: - Launched a completely functioning chocolate production facility with production, packaging and distribution… Show more Managing member of team from America tasked with establishing a nation-wide Chinese luxury chocolate brand. Involved in most aspects of early business development. Primary responsibilities included: finding and establishing a production facility, sourcing ingredients, choosing product offerings, establishing partnerships with local distributors. Accomplishments: - Launched a completely functioning chocolate production facility with production, packaging and distribution capabilities. - Established a relationship with the American Chamber of Commerce in China to help with business connections and navigating the Chinese business landscape. - At the completion of my tenure we had exclusive contracts with four chocolate retail stores and promising negotiations with a major supermarket chain. The company is still in operation as of 2015 after being sold to a group of Chinese investors. Show less



Wine Quotient Ltd.

• American Liason (China)

  • Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Worked closely with suppliers and buyers in both California and China to ensure timely and safe delivery of wine in route. Prepared documents necessary for export of California wine to China. Often worked with the United States Consulate and Chinese Customs agencies to resolve issues with shipments. Responsible for maintaining contact with all English speaking customers and affiliates in China. Completed concurrently with Jones Brothers Confections as both companies had the same owners and… Show more Worked closely with suppliers and buyers in both California and China to ensure timely and safe delivery of wine in route. Prepared documents necessary for export of California wine to China. Often worked with the United States Consulate and Chinese Customs agencies to resolve issues with shipments. Responsible for maintaining contact with all English speaking customers and affiliates in China. Completed concurrently with Jones Brothers Confections as both companies had the same owners and offices. Show less



Ambassador Bilingual School

• Homeroom Teacher

  • Nov 2009 - Dec 2010

  Chiang Mai, Thailand Responsible for the education and well being of a 3rd grade class. Primary responsibilities included classroom instruction in English, Math and Science, classroom management, developing and maintaining homework and grades, and organization of school-wide science and math events.