Mario Sanchez

Experience

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  University of Washington

  Sept 2011 - Sept 2014

  Represent the University of Washington with integrity.Encourage the pursuit of higher education for underrepresented minority students through conferences and campus visits, emphasizing identity and empowerment. Design, coordinate, and lead campus tours, student panels, and admissions presentations tailored to the age and interests of the prospective students and/or their parents. Mentor, motivate, and manage Student Ambassadors within my cohort. Draft and publish pamphlets and flyers to promote the Recruitment and Outreach Program. Input surveys and research in database. Show less

  • Research Assistant for Education Psychology Department

    Jun 2014 - Sept 2014

  • Lead Ambassador

    Sept 2011 - Jul 2014
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  Advanced via Independent Determination Tutor

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

  Mentor/Tutor/Facilitator

  Educate students about safe and effective ways to maintain/develop the process of critical thinking. Build a relationship with students to create a healthy mentorship to motivate and encourage student to reach their goals. Communicate and relay information effectively to site meetings.

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  El Centro De La raza

  Jan 2014 - Jun 2017

  The Development Associate is responsible for implementing fund development strategies and fundraising events, including the Building the Beloved Community Auction Gala, Cooking Classes, House Parties and Donor Appreciation Events as well as other activities in support of raising funds for El Centro de la Raza. This position is part of the Development Team and supervises the Volunteer Coordinator, fund development work-studies, interns and volunteers. General Responsibilities: • Collaborate with El Centro de la Raza’s Development Team, Leadership Team and employees to achieve the mission, vision and fundraising goals of the organization.• Perform the role in a way that reflects the values and principles of El Centro de la Raza.• Participate every other week as a member of the Leadership Team. This team meets weekly to make collective decisions around El Centro’s procedures, policies, community engagement and advocacy efforts.• Demonstrate teamwork and open communication.• Demonstrate organizational skills and a have detail-oriented approach.• Handle highly confidential materials and maintain confidences.• Understand overall agency operations.• Follow organizational policies and procedures Show less

  • Development Associate

    Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

  • Events Coordinator

    Jun 2015 - Dec 2016

  • Economic Development Marketer

    Jan 2014 - Jun 2015
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  Global to Local

  Sept 2014 - Jun 2015

  Connection Desk Volunteer

  Conduct Case Management with clients in the community to build relationships for long-term success. Connect clients to social and healthcare services for individuals and families. Help clients apply and interview for childcare, food, and cash assistance within Washington Connection.Update Facebook, Twitter and quarterly newsletter to engage large audiences. Strategically promoted upcoming events, available programs and new programs within the organization. Certified In Person Assister for Affordable Care act. Helped over 50 clients apply and access healthcare insurance from the Seatac community. Work with diverse immigrant and refugee communities in one of the most diverse zip codes in the nation. Create website reconstruction, updating content and evaluating metrics. Show less

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  Community Health Plan of Washington

  Jun 2017 - Jun 2019

  Key Account Manager

  • Manage events and outreach in 8 counties in Southwest Washington, including supervision of events staff, logistics, and nonprofit partnerships. • Knowledge of healthcare industry and company products. • Provide healthcare presentations in English and Spanish. • Medicaid Licensed to provide clear and up to date healthcare information• Work collaboratively with the Sales and Marketing Department • Develop strategic partnerships with Community Based Organizations to strengthen audience development and brand awareness Show less

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  Joe - mobile ordering and rewards

  Jun 2019 - now

  Strategy: Drive the product- and business-planning processes for cross-functional teams with Operations, Engineering and Marketing teams. Analyze customer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships from an ROI perspective for our Coffee Shop Partners. Assess current competitor offerings and seek opportunities for differentiation and develop product marketing strategies. Establish partner relationships in the Coffee Industry to drive compounding growth and lead developmentsProduct: Analyze product requirements and develop appropriate programs to ensure we’re heading in the right direction towards Go to Market Strategy. Develop, implement, and maintain production timelines across multiple departments to fulfill product roadmaps for our partner needs. Appraise new product ideas and strategize appropriate go-to-market plans and cost of development. Show less

  • Product Business Manager

    Apr 2022 - now

  • General Manager - Seattle

    Aug 2021 - now

  • Director of Partner Growth

    Jan 2020 - Nov 2021

  • Business Consultant

    Jun 2019 - Jan 2020
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  Food Oasis

  Apr 2022 - now

  Co-Founder

  Food Oasis is a food service provider that focuses on addressing key challenges faced by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities within the food systems storage and distribution space. The organization aims to alleviate bottlenecks and challenges, especially within low-income areas by offering equitable food sourcing, cold storage, and distribution services.Key aspects of Food Oasis include:- Support for BIPOC farmers by connecting them with markets and resources in the Pacific Northwest (PNW), allowing them to sell produce while ensuring food equity.- Cold and dry storage facilities to overcome food preservation challenges, particularly in food deserts, and to assist small-scale food producers.- Food distribution and storytelling initiatives that create visibility for BIPOC food producers and distribute produce to local food banks and underserved areas.- Collaborative efforts with organizations and local entrepreneurs to foster economic growth, and expand food-related opportunities, particularly in South Seattle and King County. Show less