
Timeline
About me
General Manager at Big Island Smokehouse LLC
Education

Eastern gateway community college
2020 - 2021Associate's degree health/health care administration/management
Center for cross cultural learning
2016 - 2016Bachelor’s degree communication, journalism, and related programs juniorDuring the Spring of 2016, I participated in a study abroad in Rabat, Morocco. I took various Journalism courses, completed an independent study project, as well as an intermediate course in the Arabic language. ✪ I led in completing courses through the School for International Training (SIT) that were held at the Center for Cross Cultural Learning (CCCL) in the Rabat Medina, Morocco.

Colorado state university
2012 - 2017Bachelor of arts major: journalism and media communications minor: information technologyAs a Journalism and Information Technology Student, I was part of the Dean's List for Fall 2015 and Summer 2016 for earning a minimum 3.80 GPA while being enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits during the semester. ✪ I have served as a Member for Alpha Phi Gamma Sorority Inc., Arabic Club, Muslim Student Association, APACC, Hui O Hawaii Club, Fostering Success Program, and SLiCE.

School for international training
2016 - 2016Bachelor’s degree journalism and media communications, arabic language juniorDuring the Spring of 2016, I participated in a study abroad in Rabat, Morocco. I took various Journalism courses, completed an independent study project, as well as an intermediate course in the Arabic language. ✪ I led in completing courses through the School for International Training (SIT) that were held at the Center for Cross Cultural Learning (CCCL) in the Rabat Medina, Morocco.

Southern new hampshire university
2021 - 2022Master's degree health/health care administration/management
Experience

Self-employed
Feb 2013 - May 2019Digital marketing manager | content creatorAs a Marketing Manager, I produced content for over 30 clients across the globe while completing and writing product reviews on SEO and marketing tools. I also ensured to be updated with all the online and marketing trends to create and maintain drop ship and niche websites for e-commerce purposes.Key Accomplishments:✪ Demonstrated excellent management in securing new businesses by establishing relations with high profile clients.✪ Ensured profitability, business interests, and customer relations were maintained through effective marketing strategies.✪ Oversaw business management by prioritizing clienteles, completing administrative activities, and ensuring a high level of customer service.✪ Kept excellent awareness of marketing strategies while leveraging active online learning to retain and attract new customers. Show less

Hawaii motorhead magazine
May 2013 - Aug 2013Writer | photographerBeing the representative for the company, I attended multiple car events and took photographs of cars, people, scenes, and interviews. I also interviewed an array of people at each event and edited photos using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Key Accomplishments:✪ Created newsworthy stories for the Hawaii Motorhead Magazine issue, demonstrating monthly features.✪ Provided outstanding leadership in shot design, color correction, as well as lighting to capture images.✪ Demonstrated ability handling a high-volume of work and creating imagery under tight project deadlines.✪ Worked with outside vendors on special project assignments to secure resources for outsourced projects. Show less

Colorado state university bookstore
Jun 2014 - Aug 2014Administrative assistantAs a part-time employee, I worked as a seasonal staff, pulling orders on text books for students, gaining hands-on experience in accepting payments from customers and giving change and receipts as a cashier. I also became highly skilled in using scanners, cash registers, and calculators to calculate the price of items that customers bought.Key Accomplishments:✪ Acquired a thorough understanding of counting the money in register at the beginning and end of shift. ✪ Bagged and wrapped customers' purchases and answered customers' questions.✪ Provided information regarding the business procedures and policies in a customer-friendly way. Show less

Uber
Mar 2015 - Mar 2016Brand ambassadorAs an Ambassador, I directed in promoting Uber via personal and professional networks. Led by educating and sustaining a quota of clients per week. I also headed in sourcing potential partnerships with Colorado State University organizations, events, and parties to ensure competence.Key Accomplishments:✪ Provided outstanding experience from completing hundreds of promotions inside - implementing daily plans to achieve goals.✪ Created effective promotions to potential customers, which attracts attention, pleases the eye, and enhances innovation.✪ Actively participated in many branding promotions by being fully responsible for educating potential clients for Uber. Show less

Cinemark
Sept 2015 - Nov 2015Restaurant coordinatorThrough my contract, I greeted customers in a friendly and respectful manner. I also cut, prepared, cooked meals, and cleaned theater and kitchen area while working in a fast-paced environment. I also took food orders and brought food and drinks to the customers.Key Accomplishments:✪ Served the correct food preparations while ensuring compliance with sanitation standards. ✪ Operated well in a fast-paced environment, providing prompt service while laying tables, taking orders, and serving meals.✪ Reviewed the menu and discussed any questions of customers with the Chef to provide excellent service.✪ Initiated and helped co-workers by serving customers while leveraging high level of customer service. Show less

Reporting morocco
Feb 2016 - May 2016Writer | photographer | social media internAs a Social Media Manager, I performed 20 hours per week in updating Reporting Morocco news articles and photojournalism via the professional Facebook page. I also advertised RM to gain more followers and readers. Analyzed statistics on views and follows via professional social media pages.Key Accomplishments:✪ Edited and translated company's brochures and user manuals for products and systems using proper terminology.✪ Drafted related reports and briefs. Completed a proposal in the adoption of science, technology, and innovation in Morocco.✪ Assisted in effectively managing social media accounts and conducted research in order to discover possible opportunities. Show less

مركز الدراسات و الأبحاث الإنسانية - مدى (mada)
May 2016 - Jul 2016English language instructorBeing an Instructor, I accomplished 6 hours per week in participating in the department development functions to teach and promote the English Language. I also executed weekly lesson plans to intermediate level learners in English, grammar and vocabulary, reading, writing, and speaking.Key Accomplishments:✪ Displayed genuine concern and attention towards the students as well as being attentive to their educational progress.✪ Maintained cultural sensitivity, conducted student tests, and student orientation to ensure great relations. ✪ Created course outlines and objectives to ensure a cohesive, enjoyable and smooth classes. Geared classes to students' needs. Show less

Morocco world news
May 2016 - Aug 2016Writer | photographer internBeing a Journalist Intern, I completed 20 hours per week, writing daily news articles about Morocco, the Middle East/North Africa, and the United States. I also promoted MWN in social media pages by producing photo essays consisting of 250-word paragraphs with at least 20 photos.Key Accomplishments:✪ Assisted in editing specific news, articles, and online contents. ✪ Collaborated and worked with a wide range of media and monitoring groups. ✪ Spearheaded in creating timely and engaging content optimized for the platform used and the intended audience.✪ Demonstrated ability in evaluating opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships, and advertising on an on-going basis. Show less

Wrrk
Jan 2017 - Apr 2019Customer service professionalAs a Customer Service Representative, I demonstrate excellent management skills in resolving and completing 15-20 client tickets per hour, ensuring business productivity. I also communicate with internal teammates, clients, and account managers about services and trends to resolve all customer inquiries.Key Accomplishments:✪ Provide excellent support for answering customer inquiries via voice, email, and chat while exceeding service delivery standards. ✪ Comply with standard procedures while communicating effectively with team members, resulting in a more productive environment.✪ Liaise with clients and all levels of the organization while managing timelines and risks to maintain high level of customer service.✪ Experience in providing expertise by sharing effective techniques to resolve issues. Administer and correspond with all clients and major works. Show less

Usda
Mar 2017 - Sept 2017Business and industry student pathways internThroughout my Internship, I assisted in preparing loan processing, servicing and closing of documents. I also provided data to borrowers and applicants on loan/grant programs, eligibility, and funding. I assisted with a review of loan applications for completeness and conformance with agency regulations.Key Accomplishments:✪ Communicated and implemented strategic plans, including ongoing analysis and modification as needed.✪ Focused the organization to position itself as the premier service organization within the community.✪ Created flyers for advertising sales, attended community outreach events, received visitors, and answered telephone inquiries.✪ Led by operating automated systems, maintaining electronic and manual files, and collecting and compiling data to ensure accuracy. Show less

Berlitz maroc
Sept 2017 - May 2018English language instructorBeing an English Instructor, I plan, prepare, and deliver lessons to children aged 6-11 while attending/contributing to teacher meetings to improve performance. I also create and prepare tests, assessments, quizzes, and projects while continuously developing effective teaching methodologies. I have also taught the English language to large companies, such as Mazen, CDG Capital, and Sitel in compliance with universal English standards.Key Accomplishments:✪ Headed in collaborating with international companies while conducting English lessons in Morocco to various businesses, including customer service, BPO, and Bank industries.✪ Lead in encouraging students and providing learning progress to Senior Managers to ensure a high level of student satisfaction.✪ Develop student capabilities/growth in compliance with implemented company vision for business improvement. ✪ Lead in identifying knowledge opportunities while maintaining excellent student relations through excellent class administration. Show less

Center for modern languages
Oct 2017 - Feb 2018English language instructorDuring my tenure, I developed and applied comprehensive lessons to a range of adult classes from ages 16+. Organized social media and cultural activities. I also trained students on an independent level while creating and preparing tests, assessments, and quizzes for student improvement.Key Accomplishments:✪ Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to provide students a positive and encouraging learning process.✪ Spearheaded in preparing classroom and coursework material, including syllabus and homework assignments for all the students.✪ Displayed genuine concern and care towards the students as well as maintaining cultural sensitivity to improve student progress.✪ Supervised projects from inception to completion, including conducting trainings, educational planning, and reviewing student progress for improved performance. Show less
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Transportation security administration (tsa)
May 2019 - May 2020Transportation security officer• Operate various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and prevent those objects from being transported onto aircraft. • Perform searches and screening, which may include physical interaction with passengers (e.g., pat-downs, search of property, etc.), conduct bag searches and lift/carry bags, bins, and property weighing up to 50lbs. • Engage in continuous development of critical thinking skills, necessary to mitigate actual and potential security threats, by identifying, evaluating, and applying appropriate situational options and approaches. • Maintain focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life-threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations. • Retain and implement knowledge of all applicable Standard Operating Procedures, and demonstrate responsible and dependable behavior - open to change and adapting to new information or unexpected obstacles. • Control terminal entry and exit points, as well as, interact with the public by giving directions and responding to inquiries. Show less

A & k sanak attack llc
Jan 2020 - Apr 2022General manager
Hui mālama ola nā ʻōiwi
Apr 2022 - Jan 2024Department supervisor, special projects and events coordinator• Oversees the Community Relations Department and supervises the Project Coordinator in information dissemination efforts through multiple media channels to inform individuals, community groups, public and private organizations, governmental officials, donors, and grantors about health improvement, programs, activities, and services.• Manages and analyzes all print and digital platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and hmono.orgwebsite.• Manages Community Relations annual budget to ensure effective use of federal funding.• Develops Community Relations strategic marketing plan and media kit.• Oversees all PR assignments before publication to ensure material is accurate and compliant with internal and external policies and assists in creating organization’s print, radio and online advertising and marketing material.• Project Manages special events and facilitates Service Promotion Committee.• Develops clear and informative data driven month-end reports for funders and the Board of Directors.FY 2021-2022 Accomplishments• Assessed, planned and executed Ladies' Night Out and Mālama Nā Keiki, the organization's two main events, which resulted in 450participants at each event, a 50% increase in attendees compared to previous years.• Built genuine relationships with over 50 community partners/agencies throughout the year. Will continue to maintain partnershipsfor future collaborations and events.• Raised over $20,000 in cash and item donations. Show less

Big island smokehouse llc
Jan 2024 - nowGeneral manager
Licenses & Certifications
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Adult and pediatric first aid/cpr/aed
American red crossDec 2015 - View certificate

How to build a strategic communications plan for mission-driven success
CharityhowtoMar 2023 
Adult and pediatric first aid/cpr/aed
American heart associationMay 2022
180-hour tesol/tesl/tefl teacher training certification
Oxford seminarsOct 2016
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Kainoelani LeeYWCA Wāhine In Business YWCA Oʻahu Jun 2023
- Awarded to Kainoelani LeeOrder of Omega Order of Omega - Epsilon Delta Chapter Oct 2016 Recognizes juniors and seniors who have exemplified high standards in the areas of scholarship, leadership, involvement within their respective organization and within the Fraternity/Sorority, campus, and local community. Members are selected from the top 3% of students at each institution.
- Awarded to Kainoelani LeeDean's List Colorado State University Dec 2015 Students included on the Dean’s List earned a minimum of 3.80 GPA and a minimum of 12 credits during the semester.
- Awarded to Kainoelani LeeMost Dedicated Active Alpha Phi Gamma Sorority Inc., Colorado State University Dec 2015 Committed a vast majority of my time and efforts into the sorority. Went above and beyond my abilities to ensure that every sister in the sorority is successful as an individual and as a whole.
- Awarded to Kainoelani LeeVolunteer Achievement Award - Cultural Mentor Office of International Programs at Colorado State University Dec 2015 Awarded volunteer achievement as a cultural mentor under the Office of International Programs at Colorado State University for the Summer 2015 and Fall 2015 semesters. Volunteered to mentor four students from China and India, and assisted in properly integrating each student into the Fort Collins community and American culture.
Volunteer Experience
Member
Issued by Alpha Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc. on Jan 2014
Associated with Kainoelani LeeBrand Ambassador
Issued by FIGHTSTORY on Jan 2024
Associated with Kainoelani LeeCultural Mentor
Issued by Office of International Programs, Colorado State University on May 2015
Associated with Kainoelani LeeESL Conversation Partner
Issued by INTO Colorado State University on Aug 2013
Associated with Kainoelani LeeAdvocate
Issued by Fort Collins Rescue Mission on Sept 2013
Associated with Kainoelani LeeArabic Language Teacher's Assistant
Issued by School for Libyan Children on Oct 2015
Associated with Kainoelani LeeEnglish Language Instructor
Issued by Fondation Orient Occident on May 2016
Associated with Kainoelani Lee
Languages
- arArabic
- enEnglish
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