Experience

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  CAST (Council for Agricultural Science and Technology)

  • Ames, Iowa, United States

  • Communications Assistant

    • Jan 2024 - Present
    • Ames, Iowa, United States

    - Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of existing communication strategies, making data-driven recommendations for improvements- Collaborate with the communications team to curate and communicate credible information related to agricultural science and technology in different formats- Help develop innovative communication strategies, such as podcasts, that effectively engage diverse audiences and amplify the impact of CAST- Work to recruit students across the nation for CAST's first Student Program

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  Iowa State University

  • Ames, Iowa, United States

  • Graduate Research Assistant

    • Aug 2023 - Present
    • Ames, Iowa, United States

    - Analyze works published in academic journals and take in-depth notes on content - Assist with research pertaining to women and minorities in agriculture, novel weed removal technologies, and generational agriculture- Compile information of interest in regards to ongoing research

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  Corn Refiners Association

  • United States
  • Food and Beverage Services
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Fall Environmental and Food Policy Intern

    • Aug 2023 - Nov 2023

  • Summer Environmental and Food Policy Intern

    • May 2023 - Aug 2023

    - Assisted policy staff with analyzing and summarizing new reports, studies, and executive orders- Attended meetings and hearings representing CRA and taking meticulous notes- Compiled industry statistics to share with association members and staff- Researched and provided summaries of potential topics of interest in the food and bio-products realm- Reviewed upstream sustainability programs seeking to make improvements at the farm and processing levels- Shared industry updates with staff for their awareness and potential action on a regular basis

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  Iowa State University - College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

  • Ames, Iowa, United States

  • ACES Peer Mentor

    • Aug 2022 - May 2023
    • Ames, Iowa, United States

    - Created and maintained strong bonds with incoming students studying Agriculture - Demonstrated strong communication and organization skills while coordinating over sixty individual schedules- Held office hours to have one-on-one meetings with students in order to discuss classes, scheduling, and other issues that may come up in their first year - Hosted both formal and informal group meetings to give students a better understanding of the University - Organized study hours, bonding experiences, and guest speakers to enrich the lives of the students

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  ISU Dining

  • Ames, Iowa, United States

  • Seasons Marketplace Supervisor

    • Nov 2021 - Nov 2022
    • Ames, Iowa, United States

    - Interacted with customers and co-workers in a cheery and appealing manner- Maintained records of food usage and waste throughout the serving period- Prepared food in a sanitary and efficient way while simultaneously maintaining a clean environment- Welcomed and trained new team members on proper workplace protocol to ensure quality performance

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  Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

  • Marion and Jasper Counties

  • Rising Star Regional Intern

    • May 2022 - Aug 2022
    • Marion and Jasper Counties

    - Designed, fundraised for, and helped to build a community Inspiration Garden - Effectively communicated with co-workers, leaders, and various community members to help projects run smoothly - Prepared for, implemented, and lead day camps for elementary-aged children - Regularly prepared and gave presentations for stakeholders in the various projects - Worked within communities to build a sense of togetherness and form connections

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  Carmi Flavors

  • Waverly, Iowa, United States

  • Groundskeeper and Maitnence Technician

    • May 2021 - Aug 2021
    • Waverly, Iowa, United States

    - Observed code requirements performing upkeep and repairing company property - Operated numerous pieces of power equipment to complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner- Transported multiple vehicles to and from various locations within a fifty-mile radius

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  Grumpy’s Bar and Grill

  • Readlyn, Iowa, United States

  • Food Server and Bartender

    • Feb 2021 - Aug 2021
    • Readlyn, Iowa, United States

    - Maintained a clean and welcoming working and dining environment - Delivered food and drink to customers in a timely manner while working in a fast-paced environment- Conducted monetary transactions for food and drink and ensured correct payment was processed

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  Northeast Security Bank

  • Fairbank, Iowa, United States

  • Customer Service Representative

    • Dec 2019 - May 2021
    • Fairbank, Iowa, United States

    - Accurately counted money at the end of the day to record commercialism - Conducted monetary transactions for customers- Managed account transfers via business phone call- Practiced polite and courteous conversation while assisting customers

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  Immaculate Conception Parish

  • Fairbank, Iowa, United States

  • Sixth Grade Catechist

    • Aug 2019 - May 2021
    • Fairbank, Iowa, United States

    - Addressed issues of individual students and appropriately handled disputes - Contacted and met with parents and management to discuss scheduling in the pandemic- Managed and developed lesson plans and activities to keep children actively engaged in learning- Strived to create strong connections with co-workers and students

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  Bagge’s Strawberries

  • Independence, Iowa, United States

  • U-Pick Sales Attendant

    • Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
    • Independence, Iowa, United States

    - Communicated effectively with customers and employees to provide a welcoming environment - Handled currency responsibly when purchases were made - Offered knowledge on strawberries and strawberry products to increase productivity in sales - Provided supervision for a safe and efficient experience in the fields

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  DY DETASSELING L.L.C.

  • Oelwein, Iowa, United States

  • Detassler

    • Jun 2017 - Aug 2019
    • Oelwein, Iowa, United States

    - Awarded multiple pay increases and bonuses for commendable work- Obtained promotion to train new employees as well as check the work of fellow employees - Removed corn tassels meticulously throughout fields to inhibit negative growth