Experience

WiSolve Consulting Group

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Graduate student and postdoc ran consulting firm tasked with pairing student consultants with local businesses seeking consultation to train and provide its members with experience in consulting Graduate student and postdoc ran consulting firm tasked with pairing student consultants with local businesses seeking consultation to train and provide its members with experience in consulting



University of Wisconsin-Madison

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Scientist

  • Jun 2020 - Present

  I am currently working on multiomics analysis of murine and non-human primate tissue to investigate genetic and biomechanistic factors underlying the impact of caloric restriction on longevity and healthspan. This involves computational work in R and Python, as well as cell culture of murine fibroblasts. Previously, I focused on primary cell culture of murine mesenchymal stem cells extracted from zeugopodal bone, with a particular emphasis on discovering and characterizing downstream genetic targets of Hox genes. Show less



Herbal Aspect

• United States
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Medical Research Consultant

  • Oct 2021 - Present

  My current role involves communicating and advising on the latest medical and scientific findings in the cannabis industry to inform product development and the education and training of management, employees, and customers. I also write and produce educational content to engage consumers and potential business partners, focusing on providing high-quality and informative materials. Through these activities, I strive to promote awareness and understanding of the benefits and risks associated with cannabis use, and to facilitate the growth and development of the industry in a responsible and sustainable manner. Show less



The University of Kansas

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Developmental Biology Researcher

  • Jul 2019 - May 2020

  As a developmental geneticist, I investigate the regulators of allometric growth using Drosophila melanogaster as a model organism. This involves exploring the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying the complex patterns of growth and development that give rise to the diversity of body shapes and sizes we see in nature. Through my research, I aim to shed light on fundamental questions in biology and to contribute to our understanding of the complex interplay between genes, environment, and evolution. Show less



Boston Scientific

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• R&D Technician II

  • May 2019 - Jul 2019

  Decontamination and complaint investigation Decontamination and complaint investigation



Bemidji State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Undergraduate Researcher

  • Jan 2018 - May 2019

  As a chromatin researcher, I investigate the assembly and regulation of chromatin in Drosophila melanogaster using a variety of techniques, including P-element construct reporter, temperature-sensitive eye-variegation, and dietary interventions such as addition of rapamycin and other alterations. My current focus is on understanding the role of the TOR pathway in chromatin regulation and assembly. Through my research, I aim to contribute to our understanding of the complex processes that govern gene expression and epigenetic inheritance, with potential implications for a range of fields, including developmental biology, genetics, and cancer research. Show less



BIOLIFE PLASMA SERVICES

• United States
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Sample Processing Technician

  • Jun 2017 - Jan 2018

  As a laboratory technician, I was responsible for processing plasma donations for long-term storage and shipment, as well as collecting blood samples for testing. I utilized aseptic laboratory techniques to ensure the safety of myself and others in the presence of multiple types of biohazards. Additionally, I performed quality control checks and adhered to standard operating procedures to maintain the highest standards of safety and accuracy in the laboratory. Through my work, I gained experience in working with biological samples and handling hazardous materials, as well as developing my skills in quality control and following standard procedures. Show less



North Hennepin Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Ombudsman

  • Sep 2015 - Jan 2018

  My role involved investigating instances of maladministration and working with administrators to address issues affecting students. I engaged in strategic planning, mediation, and primary research to identify and resolve issues, while also advocating for student concerns and advising on policies and practices. In addition, I regularly engaged in public speaking to communicate key findings and represent the interests of students. Through my work, I gained valuable experience in investigative research, strategic planning, advocacy, and public speaking, while also making a meaningful impact on the policies and practices that affect students in educational institutions. Show less

• Student Worker - Library

  • Aug 2013 - Apr 2017

  Data collection and entry, customer service, archiving, and training.

• Public Relations Coordinator

  • Aug 2014 - Jul 2015

  As a liaison and representative for the student body, student senate, and college administration, I played a key role in advocating for the interests of students and facilitating communication and collaboration between different groups. This involved a range of tasks, including public speaking, planning events, and coordinating legislative efforts, as well as analyzing policies and serving on multiple higher education committees. Through my work, I gained valuable experience in leadership, communication, and advocacy, while also making a significant impact on the policies and decisions that affect students at the college level. Show less



Northern Light Research Journal

• Editor in Chief

  • Sep 2015 - Jun 2016

  As the editor-in-chief of the nation's first peer-reviewed journal at the community college level, I was responsible for overseeing all aspects of the publication, from interviewing and hiring staff to managing day-to-day operations. This involved planning and running biweekly meetings, as well as performing a range of editorial tasks such as fact-checking, writing, editing, formatting, and peer-reviewing articles. Additionally, I developed marketing strategies to promote the journal and collaborated with other departments to facilitate the training of new staff members. Through my role, I gained valuable experience in leadership, project management, and editorial skills, while also contributing to the advancement of scholarly discourse at the community college level. Show less



Self-employed

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Handyman

  • Jun 2007 - Dec 2013

  Discerned the needs of clients and developed a realistic carpentry, construction, electrician, or plumbing application to address them. Provided creative alternatives to unrealistic requests. Always completed quality work that exceeded client expectation. I’ve done everything from replacing burnt out light bulbs to ripping out an entire apartment and renovating it from the ground up. If you have a problem that you don’t know how to approach I can provide you with a solution and implement it into your home or business on a very reasonable budget that I promise you will be more than satisfied with. Show less

• Handyman Apprentice

  • May 2004 - May 2007

  Learned the methods and built the skills required to complete handyman jobs to excellent quality. Discerned the needs of clients and developed realistic carpentry, construction, electrician, and plumbing applications.


Comcast
• United States
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee
• Installation Technician

  • Jul 2013 - Aug 2013

Taco Bell
• United States
• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee
• Cashier

  • May 2013 - Jul 2013


ProStaff Search LLC

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Temp

  • Oct 2012 - Jun 2013

  I worked at multiple temp jobs while employed at ProStaff, mostly manufacturing. I worked at multiple temp jobs while employed at ProStaff, mostly manufacturing.



ALEXANDRIA PRECISION MACHINING LLC

• United States
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CNC Machinist

  • Jun 2012 - Oct 2012

  Worked on multiple brands of CNC machines. Inspected the quality of parts produced with frequent measurements. Performed maintenance on the machines. Maintained the highest production efficiency in the company. The company average for parts/hour of machines was 75% the maximum rate at which the machines could run, my average was 97%. While employed with APM I received a Certification of Manufacturing from Alexandria Tech. Worked on multiple brands of CNC machines. Inspected the quality of parts produced with frequent measurements. Performed maintenance on the machines. Maintained the highest production efficiency in the company. The company average for parts/hour of machines was 75% the maximum rate at which the machines could run, my average was 97%. While employed with APM I received a Certification of Manufacturing from Alexandria Tech.



Mickman Brothers, Inc.

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Handyman

  • Mar 2011 - Dec 2011

  Seasonal. Worked in the greenhouse and outside mostly. Drove a bobcat and multiple types of forklifts on a daily basis. Duties involved customer service, repairs, delivery, landscaping, general manual labor, and some designing. Seasonal. Worked in the greenhouse and outside mostly. Drove a bobcat and multiple types of forklifts on a daily basis. Duties involved customer service, repairs, delivery, landscaping, general manual labor, and some designing.



Twin City Hide Inc

• United States
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Machine Operator

  • Oct 2010 - Feb 2011

  Operated and upheld good conditions of eight, two-story tall, tanning drums while adding specific chemicals at scheduled intervals. Inspected the quality of the hides produced by said tanning drums with pH balance and chemical effect checks. Treated waste chemicals of the entire facility with specific solutions depending on present compounds and measured concentrations. Mixed thousands of gallons of chemicals to be added to tanning drums. Met deadlines for tanning drum cycle completion. Operated and upheld good conditions of eight, two-story tall, tanning drums while adding specific chemicals at scheduled intervals. Inspected the quality of the hides produced by said tanning drums with pH balance and chemical effect checks. Treated waste chemicals of the entire facility with specific solutions depending on present compounds and measured concentrations. Mixed thousands of gallons of chemicals to be added to tanning drums. Met deadlines for tanning drum cycle completion.



ROMANTIX, INC.

• United States
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Oct 2009 - Sep 2010

  Provided excellent customer service. Maintained and educated customers with incredibly in depth knowledge of products and services offered. Ran the store alone and without supervision for entire shifts. Closed or opened the shop alone for every shift. Made room and planned placement for new products on the floor. Provided excellent customer service. Maintained and educated customers with incredibly in depth knowledge of products and services offered. Ran the store alone and without supervision for entire shifts. Closed or opened the shop alone for every shift. Made room and planned placement for new products on the floor.



Jiffy Lube International

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Service Technician

  • Jul 2009 - Nov 2009

  Provided excellent customer service. Completed quality mechanical work on vehicles. Provided excellent customer service. Completed quality mechanical work on vehicles.



Jimmy John's

• United States
• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Delivery Driver

  • May 2009 - Jul 2009

  Provided excellent customer service over the phone and in person. Made quality food. Delivered orders "freaky fast" to customers. Provided excellent customer service over the phone and in person. Made quality food. Delivered orders "freaky fast" to customers.

• Cashier

  • Sep 2008 - Dec 2008
• Delivery Driver

  • Feb 2008 - Aug 2008

  Provided excellent customer service over the phone and in person. Made quality food. Delivered orders "freaky fast" to customers. Provided excellent customer service over the phone and in person. Made quality food. Delivered orders "freaky fast" to customers.



Office Depot

• France
• Retail Office Equipment

• Sales Associate

  • Sep 2007 - Jan 2008

  Greeted customers on the tech floor as soon as they enter. Disarmed customer objections to product and service recommendations. Exceeded quotas for sales and peripheral add-ons. Maintained and educated customers with incredibly in depth knowledge of products and services offered as well as new and upcoming technologies available to consumers. Provided excellent customer service and conflict resolution. Implemented new floor product and price updates as soon as they were received in the store. Greeted customers on the tech floor as soon as they enter. Disarmed customer objections to product and service recommendations. Exceeded quotas for sales and peripheral add-ons. Maintained and educated customers with incredibly in depth knowledge of products and services offered as well as new and upcoming technologies available to consumers. Provided excellent customer service and conflict resolution. Implemented new floor product and price updates as soon as they were received in the store.



UPS

• United States
• Truck Transportation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Pre-loader

  • May 2007 - Oct 2007

  Kept pace with a flow of thousands of packages a shift while still organizing them properly into the back of delivery trucks. Maintained a zero misload record, (never loaded a package into the wrong truck or an incorrect location). Kept pace with a flow of thousands of packages a shift while still organizing them properly into the back of delivery trucks. Maintained a zero misload record, (never loaded a package into the wrong truck or an incorrect location).


McDonald's
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Cashier

  • May 2006 - Mar 2007