Karlos Lopez
Manager, Communications & Member Services at ACEC Houston- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Radiological/Nuclear Response Operations
Counterterrorism Operations Support, Center for Radiological/Nuclear TrainingMay, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
First Responder Awareness of Hazardous Materials (ProBoard)
Texas A&M Engineering Extension ServiceMay, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
First Responder Personal Protective Equipment for Hazardous Materials (ProBoard)
Texas A&M Engineering Extension ServiceMay, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations (ProBoard)
Texas A&M Engineering Extension ServiceMay, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Secret Security Clearance
United States Department of DefenseJan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Texas State Board of PharmacyMar, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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ACEC Houston
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United States
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Civil Engineering
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager, Communications & Member Services
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Nov 2020 - Present
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Texas Army National Guard
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Military Police Soldier
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Jun 2015 - Jun 2021
Rank: Specialist (E-4)Awarded the Texas Humanitarian Service Ribbon for service during Hurricane Harvey in 2017 and for civil disturbance response operations in 2020Trained to deploy in support of federal/state missions, responding to natural disasters and other crises as they arosePerformed Military Police functions of maneuver and mobility support, area security, law and order, internment and resettlement, and police intelligence operations Rank: Specialist (E-4)Awarded the Texas Humanitarian Service Ribbon for service during Hurricane Harvey in 2017 and for civil disturbance response operations in 2020Trained to deploy in support of federal/state missions, responding to natural disasters and other crises as they arosePerformed Military Police functions of maneuver and mobility support, area security, law and order, internment and resettlement, and police intelligence operations
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Campaign Manager
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Nov 2018 - Nov 2019
• Managed all administrative business & campaign operations as sole full-time staffer in race to represent more than 2.3 million Houstonians; first-time candidate placed third in non-partisan race consisting of 11 candidates, missing runoff election by only 4 points• Facilitated formation of positive relationships between candidate and influential Republican & Democratic party leaders and activists; campaign earned endorsements from over 40 elected officials, organizations, and community leaders, including the Houston Chronicle Editorial Board and Houston Realty Business Coalition• Coordinated development of campaign strategy with consultants & refined campaign message for use by candidate in forums, fundraisers, and over 30 candidate questionnaires• Managed transition of campaign for Houston City Council, District C to At-Large Position 4• Designed & organized production of all print media (e.g. pushcards, yard signs, etc.) based on campaign messaging• Developed campaign’s online outreach strategy & produced digital media that increased candidate familiarity among voters while supporting campaign fundraising goals• Constructed campaign’s political database, organizing lists of supporters, volunteers, and donors that served as fundamental building blocks of grassroots outreach & fundraising efforts
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Campaign Manager
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Jul 2018 - Nov 2018
• Claimed victory with over 53% of the vote in the 2018 General Election; voter turnout rate in district was over 68%• Managed all administrative business & campaign operations as sole full-time staffer in one of “34races to watch in the Texas midterms” – Texas Tribune, Oct. 2018• Collaborated with general & grassroots consultants to successfully execute campaign strategy• Organized dozens of volunteers to support campaign strategy on a weekly basis & coordinated key campaign events, such as candidate Meet & Greets held throughout district• Modernized campaign’s online outreach strategy by restructuring supporter database, updatingcampaign website, utilizing psychology-based approach to email communication which increasedengagement rate, and designing social media content that outperformed 80 – 90% of previous content (audience reach)
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CVS Pharmacy
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Shift Supervisor & Pharmacy Technician
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Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
• Assisted in overall day-to-day operation of store, e.g. stocking items, receiving shipments, setting up displays, opening and closing store, etc. and assumed responsibilities of Store Manager when he was not present• Adapted to changes in store management and fostered the professional growth of supervised colleagues• Ensured storewide compliance with company policies, as well as with the laws and regulations pertaining to the pharmacy industry• Led peers in fulfilling store mission of providing front-store and pharmacy customers with highest levels of customer service, creating an atmosphere that was welcoming, clean, and organized• Managed all cash activities, implemented loss prevention measures, and mitigated safety risks to employees• Resolved staff conflicts and customer issues with compassion, respect, and a genuine interest in creating mutual trust• Performed retail pharmacy technician duties safely and accurately in order to support patient health, with responsibilities ranging from filling prescriptions to guiding patients to appropriate medical resources
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Shift Supervisor
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Jun 2017 - Dec 2017
• Assisted in overall day-to-day operation of store, e.g. stocking items, receiving shipments, setting up displays, opening and closing store, etc. and assumed responsibilities of Store Manager when he was not present• Ensured storewide compliance with company policies• Trained and supervised front-store employees from clerk level to management positions• Managed all cash activities and implemented loss prevention measures
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Texas Federation of College Republicans
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Political Organizations
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State Chairman
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Apr 2015 - Apr 2016
• Served as Chief Executive Officer of collegiate political organization with more than 35 chapters and 750+ members across the State of Texas• Directed a team of nine to execute on our goals of creating a more connected and influential organization, amplifying the voices of Republican students at their respective campuses, and providing mentorship and financial resources to more than 35 College Republican chapters to grow membership• Expanded the number of chapters statewide by targeting underrepresented and smaller college campuses
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State Vice-Chairman
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Oct 2014 - Apr 2015
• Elected by College Republicans from throughout the state to oversee the activities of five Regional Vice Chairs which were tasked with outreach to college campuses• Supported state fundraising efforts and influenced outreach messaging strategy
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State Secretary
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Mar 2014 - Oct 2014
• Elected to serve on the Executive Board of the Texas Federation of College Republicans, one of the largest state organizations affiliated with the College Republican National Committee• Maintained records and meeting minutes of Board activities
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Rice University College Republicans
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United States
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Political Organizations
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Founder/Chairman
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Nov 2013 - May 2015
• Founded organization to fill a 10-year political void on campus• Provided Rice students with a venue to discuss and debate political issues through a more conservative political lens• Earned the support of local political leaders to establish our brand and build a strong foundation for the organization • Founded organization to fill a 10-year political void on campus• Provided Rice students with a venue to discuss and debate political issues through a more conservative political lens• Earned the support of local political leaders to establish our brand and build a strong foundation for the organization
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Education
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Rice University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science