Experience

US Journey Immigration Services LLC

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Consultant

  • Jul 2023 - Present

  Salt Lake City, Utah, United States



CompBenTax Consulting

• United States
• Human Resources Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Compensation & Benefits Analyst

  • Feb 2021 - Jul 2023

  Layton, Utah, United States - Analyzes and researches industry compensation practices & market data that help clients create strategic plans/frameworks for their compensation programs. - Establishes and develops competitive compensation grade structures to ensure current market equitable pay practices to attract and retain talent for consulted clients. - Performs compensation practices such as desk audits, annual & merit increases, job pricing, compensation training, and negotiation. - Collaborates and counsels… Show more - Analyzes and researches industry compensation practices & market data that help clients create strategic plans/frameworks for their compensation programs. - Establishes and develops competitive compensation grade structures to ensure current market equitable pay practices to attract and retain talent for consulted clients. - Performs compensation practices such as desk audits, annual & merit increases, job pricing, compensation training, and negotiation. - Collaborates and counsels on the development of benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and 401k and pension plans. Show less



Weber State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Intern (Operations & Marketing) - Weber State Athletics

  • Nov 2021 - May 2022

  Ogden, Utah, United States - Led and coordinated In-Game Operations and Corporate-Partnered Promotions for all Weber State Athletic home games. Main responsibility includes but is not limited to, helping develop the game and promotional scripts and timeline, planning and executing in-game activities, music, and other critical event components with an excellent intern team, helping ensure crowd engagement and effective corporate partnerships presentation achieving our goal to deliver a first-class quality experience to… Show more - Led and coordinated In-Game Operations and Corporate-Partnered Promotions for all Weber State Athletic home games. Main responsibility includes but is not limited to, helping develop the game and promotional scripts and timeline, planning and executing in-game activities, music, and other critical event components with an excellent intern team, helping ensure crowd engagement and effective corporate partnerships presentation achieving our goal to deliver a first-class quality experience to all who come and participate. - Worked with the Associate Athletic Director in organizing Community Engagement projects and other University-sponsored Philanthropic Initiatives such as "College-Bound Day" or "Ghana Relief Missions", and donations/blood drives, displaying excellent teamwork, communication, project management, and organizational skills. - Performed essential administrative tasks such as inventory, asset evaluation, and depreciation schedule for Athletic Ops assets, keeping and maintaining them to make certain resources are efficiently and effectively used. Show less



Kirton McConkie

• United States
• Law Practice
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Litigation Paralegal

  • Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Salt Lake City, Utah, United States - Works with assigned attorneys by conducting pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments. - Assisted in the preparation of pleadings, motions and appellate documents for filing with the court and liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties, as well as witnesses. - Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices and aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests.



Polynesian Cultural Center

• United States
• Leisure, Travel & Tourism
• 700 & Above Employee

• Compensation Specialist

  • May 2020 - Jun 2021

  Laie, Hawaii, United States - Part of Company Leadership Initiative in coordinating and implementing a reduction of force due to the current pandemic. Helped plan and process company restructuring to address operational and financial needs and advise displaced workers regarding benefits. - One of the builders of a new compensation structure for the company. Led a “Job Description” Project to ensure all JD’s are industry best-practice & compliant for compa-ratio analysis. Doing job analysis & desk audit for all company… Show more - Part of Company Leadership Initiative in coordinating and implementing a reduction of force due to the current pandemic. Helped plan and process company restructuring to address operational and financial needs and advise displaced workers regarding benefits. - One of the builders of a new compensation structure for the company. Led a “Job Description” Project to ensure all JD’s are industry best-practice & compliant for compa-ratio analysis. Doing job analysis & desk audit for all company positions. - Analyzed company compensation policies and market data in order to comply with legal requirements and to establish competitive rates designed to attract, retain, and motivate employees. - Performed job audit and evaluation to assure that all positions and job descriptions are accurate and are DOL Compliant. - Recommended compensation adjustments according to findings, utilizing knowledge of prevailing rates of pay, types of wage incentive systems, and other compensation programs for company personnel. - Assisted in the development and implementation of salary administration guidelines. Creates, reviews, and analyzes various types of reports and data associated with duties.

• Project Specialist & Strategic Assistant to the Vice-President

  • Jan 2020 - Jun 2021

  Laie, Hawaii - Worked with the Vice-President of Human Resources to provide professional leadership, coordination, and support for a specific set of assigned projects and initiatives for the Company's Human Resources Department. - Performed a variety of roles and accomplished urgent projects necessitated by the pandemic that helped save company resources in a productive and efficient manner under pressure and time constraints. Experience in ADP, Workday & UKG Kronos ERP Systems. - Researched and… Show more - Worked with the Vice-President of Human Resources to provide professional leadership, coordination, and support for a specific set of assigned projects and initiatives for the Company's Human Resources Department. - Performed a variety of roles and accomplished urgent projects necessitated by the pandemic that helped save company resources in a productive and efficient manner under pressure and time constraints. Experience in ADP, Workday & UKG Kronos ERP Systems. - Researched and became well-informed of customers' needs, identify program needs, consider available processes and services, and develop processes that streamline services and cater to over 1,500 employees. - Developed and implemented operational support programs, as applicable to the overall objectives of the department.



Rice UP Farmers, LLC.

• Vice-President of Human Resources

  • May 2019 - May 2021

  Hawaiian Islands - Develop and drive organizational effectiveness for a million-peso start-up company on all major initiatives. - Determined and directed the company's staffing goals and strategies to support productive and profitable business operations while providing leadership and focus to advance the company's vision and mission in helping educate over 1000 farmers. - Part of the strategic team in planning & implementing supply chain and logistic plans for product distribution to business partners… Show more - Develop and drive organizational effectiveness for a million-peso start-up company on all major initiatives. - Determined and directed the company's staffing goals and strategies to support productive and profitable business operations while providing leadership and focus to advance the company's vision and mission in helping educate over 1000 farmers. - Part of the strategic team in planning & implementing supply chain and logistic plans for product distribution to business partners and prospective clients. - Lead recruitment effort for all personnel; conducts new-employee orientations; counsels other Vice-Presidents on candidate selection. - Established and maintained department records and reports. Participates in the administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as operations meetings and seminars. Maintains company organization charts and employee directory. Show less



Brigham Young University - Hawaii

• United States
• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Manager & Director of Student Life (Student Advisory Council)

  • Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Hawaiian Islands - Led in the planning, research, and execution of projects to improve campus life with a population of over 2,500 people in a $950 million infrastructure while recruiting, hiring and leading the university’s student council. - Exemplified high moral character & integrity, leadership & teamwork in implementing university policies, programs, and honor code for the University.

• Director of Operations & Development (Student Advisory Council)

  • May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Hawaiian Islands - Planned, implemented, and led campus projects dealing with minor infrastructure additions/changes that helped improve student lives on campus. - Initiated research and data collection programs that in turn were used to help enhance current student programs and associations. - Served as an advocate for the students and administration in helping realize their suggestions and resolving their concerns.

• Junior Accountant

  • Feb 2018 - May 2019

  Laie, Hawaii - Handled transaction payments of a substantial amount between the company and its clients with integrity and precision. - Performed & processed reconciliations, journal entries, and updated ledgers using both ERP Systems and Microsoft Office Applications.

• CSR Technical Consultant

  • Jun 2017 - Feb 2018

  - Was responsible for troubleshooting all faculty and employee concerns on electronic devices and machines (software & hardware) on campus which helped ease and lessen stress and allow them to continue to perform in their own roles at a high level.

• Human Resources Junior Trainer

  • Nov 2016 - Jun 2017

  Hawaiian Islands - Assisted the Lead Corporate Trainers in planning and implementation of training materials for the onboarding of newly hired employees and progress training for current employees. - Worked on a variety of HR training-related projects that helped enhance the quality of material and experience for those who participate in the program.



Walt Disney World

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Disney College Program - Cast Member

  • Sep 2018 - Jan 2019

  Orlando, Florida - Championed in helping resolve guest concerns/conflicts in Disney properties with an average of over 2,000 guests daily, receiving recognition for distinct service. - Maintained an area of responsibility to a high standard of the organization. - Exceeded expectations in performing operational and service orders to the company & guests' satisfaction.

• Theater Performer & Drummer

  • Apr 2016 - Nov 2016

  Laie, Hawaii - Learned how to play Polynesian percussion instruments without prior experience while embodying the essence of embracing each culture, helping tell the story of “HA: The Breath of Life.” - Performed in front of 1000+ guests daily, while exemplifying true professionalism on and off-stage.

• Pacific Theater Usher

  • Jul 2015 - Apr 2016

  Laie, Hawaii - Responsible for directing guests to their reserved seats while ensuring their safety and satisfaction before, during, and after the night show. - Provided guests backstage tours while teaching them the essence of the Polynesian Culture and how it can be adapted to fit in one's life.



DLW Logistics

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

• Operations & Logistics Supervisor

  • Oct 2014 - Jul 2015

  NCR - National Capital Region, Philippines - Monitors and/or maintains close contact with Delivery staff throughout the day to troubleshoot problems and facilitate the completion of routes in a timely and accurate manner - Managed and planned employees' work schedules and routes on a daily basis. - Maintains daily vehicle maintenance logs and incident reports. - Assisted in implementing safety and professional protocols for warehouse and fieldwork.



The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 700 & Above Employee

• International Service Representative

  • Oct 2012 - Oct 2014

  Region II - Cagayan Valley, Philippines - Trained groups of over 250 in communication, teaching, and organizational skills. - Maintained 70+ hour workweek, teaching and serving in impoverished areas. - Adhered to a strict appointment-based schedule, contacting over 1,000 people.