Technology Integration Specialist

• Mar 2023 - Present

Localization Quality Assurance Tester (Japanese to English)

• Jan 2023 - Feb 2023

Verified the linguistic accuracy of in-game text and the cosmetic integrity. Identified, isolated, and documented a range of bugs via reporting databases such as Redmine. Verified the linguistic accuracy of in-game text and the cosmetic integrity. Identified, isolated, and documented a range of bugs via reporting databases such as Redmine.

Writer & Author

• Jun 2020 - Aug 2022

Author of Invisible Outsider: From Battling Bullies to Building Bridges, my Life as a TCK released in August 2022 through Summertime Publishing. This is my story, peculiar to many, familiar to some. I am an adult TCK (Third Culture Kid), culturally invisible to those who do not know me. My experience has taught me a lot about crossing cultures, and although I have much more to learn, I have learned this fundamental truth. Both the health and prosperity of our collective humanity depend on transcending ‘difference’ and becoming more accepting of one another. Show less

International Programs Senior Coordinator

• Jun 2013 - Apr 2022

Managed the daily operation and administration of the International Programs department in accordance with the organization's overarching policies, procedures, and strategies. Executed 30+ short-term educational programs annually within the International Programs Department for students ranging from primary, secondary, higher ed, and working professionals. Analyzed data through program assessments and produced annual statistical reports. Developed customized itineraries/curriculums, hired and trained numerous part-time staff/faculties. Managed department budget and program revenues of $500,000 by working closely with administration. Created training materials and conducted workshops in the area of eLearning for faculty by working with IT and Executive Director. Created initiatives such as CHATZ (Communication Help AT Zoom) as a recruitment initiative to connect prospective students with current students through monthly casual conversation sessions and online activities. Multiple business trips to Japan to promote Hawaii Tokai International College through marketing initiatives and held meetings concerning upcoming study abroad programs for the IP department.(6 years) Curriculum Committee(6 years) Basketball Club Facilitator(5 years) IT Task Force(5 years) DSO Designated School Official for administering F1 visas(2 years) Evaluation and Assessment Committee(2 years) Social Media (IG) account management Show less

Instructional Designer

• Sep 2021 - Mar 2022

Designed a 4-week learning assessment course in English focusing on American/Hawaiian Culture by working with faculty SMEs. The course was designed for high school ESL students using Google Classrooms as the LMS and projected to be used as a recruitment tool.

Substitute Teacher/Short-term Programs

• May 2015 - Feb 2022

Fill in for IP department programs in lessons relating to the program learning outcomes including Business English, Cross Cultural Communication, English Conversation, Speech, and American/Hawaiian Culture.

Instructor/Instructional Designer

• Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

Designed and delivered an accredited course for the Liberal Arts College in Peace and Conflict Resolution (IS 196). Format: Online > HyFlex > F2F over four iterations. Modeled after a flipped approach with the majority of assessments being delivered through LMS Populi or in-class activities.

Teacher/Short-term Programs

• Jan 2014 - Feb 2020

Designed and instructed personal finance courses to high school seniors and trained them in the use of Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace applications.

Instructional Designer

• Sep 2020 - Mar 2022

Produced and edited 5 Ho'ala Papa Iki videos on workforce employment and training on Interviewing, Writing a Cover Letter, Conducting a Job Search, Recognizing the Importance of Diversity and Practicing Inclusiveness in the Workplace. Produced and edited 5 Ho'ala Papa Iki videos on workforce employment and training on Interviewing, Writing a Cover Letter, Conducting a Job Search, Recognizing the Importance of Diversity and Practicing Inclusiveness in the Workplace.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

Worked with the professor of record and a team of graduate students to redesign a synchronous course to fit an asynchronous model, updating and implementing technology to enhance student experience. Course: LTEC 652D - Authoring E-learning Environments Tools: Canvas LMS, Open Simulator, Minecraft, and Flipgrid Worked with the professor of record and a team of graduate students to redesign a synchronous course to fit an asynchronous model, updating and implementing technology to enhance student experience. Course: LTEC 652D - Authoring E-learning Environments Tools: Canvas LMS, Open Simulator, Minecraft, and Flipgrid

Credit Analyst/Closer

• Jun 2010 - Jun 2013

Underwrote according to Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae loan programs and according to Provident overlay standards. Communicated and coordinated loan funding with brokers and escrow business partners to obtain complete and accurate credit package documents. Reviewed PF-approved loans to ensure secondary market and regulatory industry standards have been met. Processed final documents and funding loans for conventional, conforming and super conforming, HELOC-line of credit and fixed assets, quality control, compliance and collaterals. Grew broker-client base by utilizing PF's products and technology. Opened and developed Honolulu branch operations by providing high quality service. Created enforceable and saleable loan products by collecting pertinent data required for generating loan documents. Processed loan wire disbursement transactions by working with Citibank to order wires upon review of accurate loan packages from clients. Reviewed Final HUD-1 and Escrow instructions for accuracy and signed loan packages for completeness and proper execution. Show less

Circulation Manager

• Aug 2008 - May 2010

Managed a cohesive, productive publication distribution team that targeted 70 locations in and around the University of Hawaii campus for the student newspaper, "Ka Leo O Hawaii." Managed a cohesive, productive publication distribution team that targeted 70 locations in and around the University of Hawaii campus for the student newspaper, "Ka Leo O Hawaii."

Temporary Consultant, Business Analysis

• Aug 2009 - Dec 2009

Internship; Researched and designed excel templates for the Process Improvement Department of Hawaiian Airlines. Collaborated with company officials in improving and automating systems and generated documents for multiple ongoing projects. Internship; Researched and designed excel templates for the Process Improvement Department of Hawaiian Airlines. Collaborated with company officials in improving and automating systems and generated documents for multiple ongoing projects.

Marketing Assistant

• Jan 2009 - Jun 2009

As an intern, my primary responsibility was conducting market research. I also assisted the CEO in strategy making and often participated in company promoting events. In fact, I represented the company at business events, such as the Hawaii Chamber of Commerce and golfing venues. As an intern, my primary responsibility was conducting market research. I also assisted the CEO in strategy making and often participated in company promoting events. In fact, I represented the company at business events, such as the Hawaii Chamber of Commerce and golfing venues.

Student Utility Personnel Manager

• May 2007 - Sep 2007

As a Manager, I trained and supervised 6 employees. I also prepared dormitory linen sets for over 1000 students and picked up, folded and distributed dormitory linens for a three-cluster dormitory facility. As a Manager, I trained and supervised 6 employees. I also prepared dormitory linen sets for over 1000 students and picked up, folded and distributed dormitory linens for a three-cluster dormitory facility.

Resident Manager

• Dec 2005 - May 2007

I administered all billing statements related to the rental property of 12 rotating Japanese astrophysicists from Tokyo University conducting research on Mauna Kea in Hilo, Hawaii. I resided with the scientists in exchange for free school lodging equating to approximately $600.00 per month. I supported the scientists in performing other business matters such as shopping, making appointments and scheduling meetings. I often translated and interpreted English to Japanese and Japanese to English with regard to needed information, documentation and general correspondence related to tenancy. This position demanded that I adhere to a high level of confidentiality. Show less