Hunter Johnston

Experience

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  Directions Research, Inc.

  Jun 2009 - Apr 2013

  Marketing Research Specialist

  Evaluated market research surveys conducted by other Research Specialists.Conducted over 50 different market research survey projects and customer service interviews.

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  Freelance

  Jul 2014 - Feb 2019

  English Spanish Translator and Interpreter

  - Spanish/English book translations. - Translates documents such as professional curriculum vitae, protocol documents, and purchase orders.- Facilitates real-time interpretation in-person, online or via telephone.

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  Hari Om Yoga

  Sept 2014 - Nov 2020

  Yoga Teacher and Studio Director

  - Managed accounting, social media content creation, customer service, and branding. - Led a team of yoga and Tai Chi instructors, customer service representatives, maintenance crew and external facilitators.- Implemented transition to digital filing, scheduling, and mobile phone app interface.- Designed and led private yoga and wellness retreats in Costa Rica.

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  World Travel Suites

  Apr 2015 - Jul 2019

  Administrative Assistant (remote)

  Administrative assistant to the Airbnb Property Management Director. Managed, edited, and created content on Airbnb listings for more than 50 different clients of the firm.Coordinated communications between guests, home-owners, maintenance crew, greeters, and realtors.Managed digital filing and scheduled meetings, personal appointments, and travel plans for the Airbnb Property Management Director.

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  Fire Department of Costa Rica

  Nov 2019 - Dec 2020

  Volunteer Consultant and Training Facilitator

  Designs and leads on-site mountaineering training expeditions for Search and Rescue Units.Evaluates performance of Search and Rescue Units in real-life interventions.Consults in cases when a Search and Rescue Unit is required to intervene.

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  Matley's Lawn Service

  Apr 2020 - Dec 2020

  Administrative Assistant

  - Oversaw the scheduling of landscaping appointments and projects.- Managed communications with clients and potential customers.- Provided customer support. - Oversaw landscaping design and property, tool, and machinery maintenance.

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  Genius World

  Feb 2021 - Jul 2022

  Corporate Social Responsibility Director

  - Established the Corporate Social Responsibility strategy for Genius Inc.- Directed the execution of investment, accounting, communications, legal, volunteering, human resources, and construction strategies. - Worked closely with Genius Inc CEO, Bob Duggan, to establish the organization's mission, vision and values. - Managed over 15 simultaneous projects with a yearly combined budget over $250K and a team of over 100 contractors, staff and volunteers.- Spanish - English translation and interpretation. - Managed commercial, governmental and social partnerships in order to consolidate project progress and product development.- Consolidated organizational structure and reviewed progress reports and project planning charts.- Trained and supervised Communication and Education Project Managers. - Led team in the execution of multi-sector social development programs in socially vulnerable communities.- Set up and maintained the organizational database and digital file repository.Community Infrastructure Project Manager, Jan 2022 / Jul 2022- Managed the planning, execution and evaluation of community infrastructure projects in marginalized communities. - Managed relations with community partners to consolidate projects and prioritize community needs related to public infrastructure.- Hired and supervised construction providers and partners. - Worked closely with the local government to execute public infrastructure projects. Show less

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  Nature Fund for Costa Rica

  Mar 2022 - Dec 2022

  Administrative Consultant

  Consolidates strategic planning for the Nature Fund for Costa Rica’s projects.Sets the work agenda for the Board of directors and schedules Board meetings, retreats and work sessions.Produces detailed progress reports for ongoing projects. Project planning and management.Spanish - English translation and interpretation. Set up and manage the organization’s administrative database and central file repository.Manages NFCR communications with donors, partners and other stakeholders. Show less

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  Toji Nature Retreat

  Oct 2022 - now

  - Performs budget management tasks such as monitoring company performance against estimates and preparing annual budgets. Manages banking accounts for Dos Colinas Management.- Designs and implements operational frameworks, processes, and policies to ensure accountability, efficiency, compliance and consistency across company operations.- Conducts community planning (finalizing and continual evolution of residential policies, residential dues, home design regulations, lot subdivisions, interconnected business models, human/nature ecosystem advancements.)- Collaborates with executive leadership and functional heads to identify operational improvement opportunities, streamline workflows, internal communications and drive cost optimization initiatives. - Leads operations for Toji Nature Retreat, a corporate retreat and exclusive event center located within Dos Colinas Community.- Coordinates retreat guest communications and program bookings for ongoing retreats and private events.- Manages partner and stakeholder relations. - Directs Corporate Social Responsibility programs and sustainable development programs.- Directs the implementation of Human Resources strategies: global payroll, employee engagement and development, talent acquisition and employee communication strategies. Show less

  • Director of People, Operations & Sustainability

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Strategy and Operations Consultant

    Oct 2022 - Dec 2022
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  AdAstra Talent Advisors

  Jun 2023 - now

  Executive Assistant to CEO and COO

  - Works on ever-changing business-necessary projects for promoting the organization and building reputability. - Manages and organizes projects assigned by C-level executives in a timely and effective manner. - Completes progress reports, provides proactive ideas for improvement, and ensures tasks are accomplished within deadlines.- Efficiently and reliably manages executives’ calendars and emails.- Drafts slides, meeting notes and documents for executives.- Proactive in uncovering future needs and takes ownership of new projects.- Implemented advanced CRM systems and communication tools, enhancing team productivity and ensuring efficient tracking of business development efforts.- Successfully supports executives in all aspects of business development communications, fostering strong relationships with key clients and partners. Show less