Kirin Kanakkanatt

Experience

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  American Eagle Outfitters

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2012

  Sales Lead, Shipment, Floor Set, Jeans Expert

  -Led the store in credit card applications consistently-Averaged a $75 sale-Created a loyal customer base-Kept team on schedule to finish floor sets-Trained new employees on how to use the register and in customer service-Dependable to be on time, cover shifts and work on holidays. -Assisted with opening and closing the store (by straightening, assisting to count down the registers and dropping off money to the bank)

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  The Buckle, Inc.

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Sales Associate

  -Averaged a $250 sale-Designed window displays, brand displays and seasonal wall displays-Closed and counted down the register-Assisted in opening the store-Recruited new members of the team-Created a loyal customer base by designing signature looks for each client and keeping them informed of new merchandise in their favorite brands.

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  National Student Power Convergence

  Jan 2013 - Aug 2013

  Project Director

  -Remotely managed a team of over 100 in 30 states-Designed the Movement Summer Fellowship Program-Created a coalition of identity & student groups across issue lines-Bottom lined logistics, programming & outreach-Managed finances, budget & fundraising-Designed & implemented the media strategy including writing & publishing all communications

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  GetEQUAL

  Aug 2013 - Nov 2014

  National Field Coordinator

  -Managed 19 autonomous state chapters; primarily remotely-Created and implemented media strategy by maintaining relationships with press contacts, writing press releases and facilitating spokes person training.-Co-created national strategy & campaigns based on our grass roots priorities through national calls, internal email list serve, social media and email blasts-Cultivated community online & overhauled out of date digital structures-Engaged & managed organizational 34.5K Twitter following & 34K Facebook likes -Created strategic partnerships through authentic intersectional movement building. -Shaped organizational culture through sharpening our brand, expanding our digital reach, & investing in leadership development models online and in the field. -Designed and executed direct actions nationwide Show less

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  Clarifai

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  Executive Assistant Office Manager

  -Maintained CEO’s & General Manager’s calendar; planed & scheduled meetings, teleconferences & travel.-Helped transition company from a small 10 person team to a midsized 22 person team -Created all internal administrative processes; including full cycle employee processes, HR programs & internal communication systems -Created & managed logistics in the office by anticipating needs of the staff and the space-Handled company expenses & reimbursements -Basic HTML & CSS

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  Research Action Design

  Jul 2015 - Nov 2015

  Independent Contractor

  -Lead trainer for 12 (3hour) trainings on Digital privacy and Security in the New York Public Library system-Develop curriculum & training materials -Work with Library staff, New America staff and RAD staff to fit training to needs of participants

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  Resource Generation

  Nov 2015 - Aug 2018

  National Organizer

  Supports 5 chapters to develop strategy, set organizing goals, run programs, work on local and national campaigns, develop cross-class organizational relationships, and run giving circles. Supports the development of members’ leadership through one-on-one coaching, group meetings, chapter visits and skills trainings.Works with a team to strengthen our chapter organizing model, and share best practices with member leaders nationallyIntegrates a racial and economic justice lens into programs, work-planning and goal-setting with chapter leaders. Is responsible for elements of program planning and outreach for all of our National Retreats Involved in organization-wide fundraising, with a focus on building up our membership program in chapters. Show less