Brooke Nelson
Community Engagement Supervisor at Tempe Community Action Agency, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Foundations of Project Management
CourseraDec, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Usui Reiki Level IV
Traditional Reiki MasterJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Content Marketing for Social Media
LinkedInDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Photography Foundations: Refining Your Skills
LinkedInDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
ART of Inclusive Communication (ARTIC)
National Conflict Resolution CenterApr, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Title 4 BASIC Liquor Law Training
PROFESSIONAL SERVER CERTIFICATION CORP.Jun, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
CITI Human Subjects Research (HSR) Certification
Collaborative Institutional Training InitiativeJun, 2018- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Tempe Community Action Agency, Inc.
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Community Engagement Supervisor
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Aug 2022 - Present
Event Management & Coordination > Organized and led TCAA's 2022 Spooky Garden of the Fall Festival by Thew School and City of Tempe for hundreds of families in Tempe> Coordinate monthly ASU UTO technology workshops during older adult congregate meals> Supervise monthly State Farm yard work projects for TCAA’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors program to prevent citations that could lead to fines or eviction> Coordinate other events and group activities for TCAA programs Volunteer Management > Recruiting, orientation, and management of volunteers through Volgistics > Restructured and developed volunteer program> Oversee TCAA’s Emerging Leaders Committee (ELC)Outreach at Community Events: AZ Storytellers, Tempe Tardeada, TCAA Evenings of Impact, and more.Launched 'Community Agents' campaign with local partners to increase fundraising and awareness for TCAA and its programs
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Development Assistant
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Dec 2021 - Aug 2022
Working with Tempe's longest-standing human services nonprofit: - Community outreach including events and marketing through TCAA's website and social media platforms> Assisted with VICINITY Tempe, TCAA’s annual fundraiser, which brought in >$95K+ for program support. Utilized Auction Conductor platform; brought in financial, food/beverage, and in-kind sponsors; signage and event marketing; event setup and follow-up> Created a Summer Food Drive campaign that raised $10K+ in one month to restock TCCA’s Food Pantry > Assisted in raising $15K+ for A Community Thrives campaign in support of TCAA’s I-HELP shelter services - Gift management and acknowledgment using Little Green Light- Program support in collaboration with program teams on food security, senior independence, healthy families, homelessness, and economic stability- Launched internal appreciation even for staff- Created internal staff page for easy access to organizational updates and resources- And more on behalf of TCAA's Development Department
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Copperstate Farms
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Patient Advocate & Brand Ambassador
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Jan 2021 - Nov 2021
Sol Flower Dispensary by Copperstate, one of AZ’s hottest cannabis dispensaries: - Quick and accurate cash-handling while connecting with customers - Trained new hires on operational tasks - Supported coworkers, supervisors, and brand ambassadors through action, collaboration, and words of affirmation/encouragement - Worked with the client to provide quality experience and product satisfaction - Helped shape and support brand as Brand Ambassador Sol Flower Dispensary by Copperstate, one of AZ’s hottest cannabis dispensaries: - Quick and accurate cash-handling while connecting with customers - Trained new hires on operational tasks - Supported coworkers, supervisors, and brand ambassadors through action, collaboration, and words of affirmation/encouragement - Worked with the client to provide quality experience and product satisfaction - Helped shape and support brand as Brand Ambassador
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Earthbound Trading Company
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United States
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Retail
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300 - 400 Employee
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Sales Associate & Keyholder
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Sep 2020 - Jul 2021
Working in one of AZ’s top spots for locals & tourists: - Assisted managers with day-to-day operations such as inventory control, merchandising, and banking responsibilities - Supported other Sales Associates and Keyholders through training, project collaboration, goal setting, and providing business insights - Connected with customers about Earthbound Trading Co. brand and lifestyle Working in one of AZ’s top spots for locals & tourists: - Assisted managers with day-to-day operations such as inventory control, merchandising, and banking responsibilities - Supported other Sales Associates and Keyholders through training, project collaboration, goal setting, and providing business insights - Connected with customers about Earthbound Trading Co. brand and lifestyle
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Mobile Marketing and Technology Magazine
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Virtual Assistant & Media Coordinator
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Apr 2020 - Jul 2021
Working within the financial technology sector: - Shared industry news and information through blog and social media - Conducted research and organizational tasks as needed (email correspondence, website maintenance, database management of competition/potential partners) Working within the financial technology sector: - Shared industry news and information through blog and social media - Conducted research and organizational tasks as needed (email correspondence, website maintenance, database management of competition/potential partners)
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MPC Digital Commerce Event
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United States
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Virtual Event Manager
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Mar 2020 - Jun 2021
Working within the financial technology sector: - Converted >1,000 people onto online conference platform, Pathable - Technical and administrative support before, during, and following conference - Helped secure sponsorship for 2021 event - Recruited and trained new employee on organizational functions and customer relationship management Working within the financial technology sector: - Converted >1,000 people onto online conference platform, Pathable - Technical and administrative support before, during, and following conference - Helped secure sponsorship for 2021 event - Recruited and trained new employee on organizational functions and customer relationship management
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Exact Payments
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Intern
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Jan 2021 - Mar 2021
Interning with a financial technology startup: - Assisted the CEO and CBDO in daily operations and organizational tasks such as database creation, research, and structural documentation - Focused on building marketing strategy, business development, as well as internal and external relations - Worked and networked within the Industrious Scottsdale environment, a hub for various businesses Interning with a financial technology startup: - Assisted the CEO and CBDO in daily operations and organizational tasks such as database creation, research, and structural documentation - Focused on building marketing strategy, business development, as well as internal and external relations - Worked and networked within the Industrious Scottsdale environment, a hub for various businesses
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Arizona State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Upper-Division Community Assistant
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May 2018 - Jan 2020
- Supported upper-division college students in their academic journeys through events, resource connections, and personal development
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SFIS Undergraduate Research Fellowship
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Aug 2019 - Dec 2019
Technological Intervention || Risk and Required Restriction Recognized through Antarctica Virtual Reality Experience- Aided in the creation of IEEE workgroup to set standards for child safety online - Assessed potential challenges and need for restriction on VR technology> Research mentor: Katina Michael
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Vice President & Officer for Metaphysical Exploration of Theory and Abstracts (META) club
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Sep 2017 - Dec 2019
META is a group dedicated to metaphysical exploration that is consciously aware of the underlying complexities of life. Focused on co-creating a community that talks of philosophy, acts in spirituality, and ponders the paranormal.- Aided in the areas of setting and creating meeting agendas, marketing content, and club recruitment through tabling and other outreach
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Digital Marketing Intern (Study Abroad Office)
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Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
- Supported ASU study abroad programs through personal social media platforms, tabling, and one-on-one engagement
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SFIS Undergraduate Research Fellowship
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Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
CRAFT 2050: Climate Resilience and Action for Tempe || Public Perspectives on the Future of Transportation- Engaged with public and professional stakeholders through various workshops to brainstorm two actionable steps to be implemented in Tempe’s first-ever Climate Action Plan as a means to reach carbon neutrality for the City of Tempe- Dubbed ‘Head of Good Vibes and Aura Management’ by Graduate team > Research mentors: Dr. Lauren Withycombe-Keeler (ASU) & Dr. Braden Kay (City of Tempe, Director of Sustainability)> Collaboration: Jaideen Cobb, Friederike Schwarz, Ashley Mack, Lars Geest, & Robin Bruck
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SFIS Undergraduate Research Fellowship
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Jan 2018 - May 2018
Technology for the Developing World: Successes and Failures || Resurrection of Traditional Knowledge and the Implementation of Western Medicine- Explored the different factors involved in the success or failure of implementing various technologies in developing countries- Applied field research based on interviews and observation during Ecuador study abroad program> Research mentor: Dr. Mary Jane Parmentier
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Project Lead
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Jan 2018 - May 2018
Extreme Heat Scenario Development - Worked with the City of Tempe to develop scenarios around extreme heat mitigation for Tempe's Climate Action Plan> Instructor: Dr. Lauren Withycombe-Keeler
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SFIS Undergraduate Research Fellowship
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Aug 2017 - Dec 2017
Autonomous Vehicles || The Autonomous Interior- Researched and presented on the current situation and potential future of autonomous vehicles, focusing on how the customizable interior of AVs could lead to a whole new system of transportation and productivity. - Learned the importance of engaging and informing the public when attempting to implement any new technology.> Research mentors: Dr. Diana Bowman & Dr. Jameson Wetmore> Victor Sarat Catalan, Gianna Maria Parisi, Menka Vansant, & Alecia Radatz
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ASU SolarSPELL Initiative
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United States
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Libraries
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern & Ambassador
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May 2018 - Dec 2018
- Research analysis for implementation and impact assessment of the SolarSPELL devices that act as an offline, digital library in resource-constrained areas - Designed informational marketing postcard shared with current and potential stakeholders - Researched and created social media marketing strategy on SolarSPELL’s progress and achievements - Data-entry and organizational tasks based on interviews collected in the field to assess trends and help create sustainable solutions - Research analysis for implementation and impact assessment of the SolarSPELL devices that act as an offline, digital library in resource-constrained areas - Designed informational marketing postcard shared with current and potential stakeholders - Researched and created social media marketing strategy on SolarSPELL’s progress and achievements - Data-entry and organizational tasks based on interviews collected in the field to assess trends and help create sustainable solutions
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South Dakota State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Summer Assistant & Staff Trainer (Programming Office)
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May 2017 - Aug 2017
- Created weekly reports based on website statistics and projects - Coordinated and led weekly training sessions for university employees on a variety of technology applications and services, using personally crafted one-page, easy-to-use informational handouts - Edited and designed content and pages for the university’s employee portal, including posting updates and events - Created weekly reports based on website statistics and projects - Coordinated and led weekly training sessions for university employees on a variety of technology applications and services, using personally crafted one-page, easy-to-use informational handouts - Edited and designed content and pages for the university’s employee portal, including posting updates and events
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Education
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2020 - 2022
University of Arizona
Master of Arts - MA, Human Rights Practice -
2016 - 2020
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Innovation in Society -
2017 - 2020
Arizona State University School of Social Transformation
Certificate, Social Transformation -
2019 - 2019
Arizona State University
Ethical Leadership Training Program -
2018 - 2018
Arizona State University
Antarctica: Humans and the Environment -
2018 - 2018
Arizona State University
Ecuador: Ways of Knowing Across the Andes -
2012 - 2016
Sioux Valley High School
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