Sergio Lora

Experience

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  Fordham University

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2015

  Student Engagement Strategist

  •Conducted outreach to student groups, academic deans, faculty, integrated learning communities and members of other departments to promote the data collection on internship and job placement using the 12Twenty system• Implemented a comprehensive career education and extensive student engagement initiative to educate the community on the value of student internship and job placement data to Fordham University as well as individual students• Met with students for resume and cover letter critique, career counseling and conduct mock interviews, incorporating the Fordham Futures counseling model, and supporting the academic mission of the University• Presented CareerLink workshops to students, providing information on areas such as resumes, cover letters, professional etiquette, networking and interviewing skills, Career Services resources, and the value of a liberal arts education• Developed relationships with deans and faculty to raise awareness of and create buy-in for the CareerInsights program• Supported Career Services team in all strategic and operational functions, including marketing and student outreach• Assist students and staff with account-based technical support in 12Twenty Show less

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  Habitat for Humanity West Hawaii

  Sept 2015 - Aug 2016

  AmeriCorps State National Construction Crew Leader

  • Assisted with hands-on construction tasks such as site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping, with projects including both new Homes and Critical Home repair• Collaborated with construction staff to identify skilled and enthusiastic volunteers for further involvement in the organization• Led small groups of volunteers ensuring that they are well employed and safe on the work sites, while using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate positive experiences for both volunteers and partner families Show less

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  Aramark

  Dec 2016 - Aug 2017

  Catering Event Coordinator

  • Served as front line communication and administrative support for Manor Catering Co., including placing supply orders, answering phones, and responding to client requests in a timely and efficient manner in order to provide perfect customer service• Managed departmental budget, including processing and tracking payments, and calculating profit by comparing sales to orders•Built and maintained sustainable relationships with department representatives in planning and execution of large-scale events, such as Commencement, New Student Orientation, Jubilee, and Spring Preview, to most favorably represent the University• Supervised team of five full-time staff members and five student workers, approving time-sheets and arranging schedules• Planned and executed 100+ on-campus catering events each month, liaising between clients, kitchen, and vendors to both host a successful event and to provide excellent customer service, all while being flexible and accommodating to the client’s needs• Encouraged feedback to continually improve the client experience and take appropriate steps to implement positive changes• Coordinated scheduling with outside staffing company, ensuring accurate amount of staff and hours are hired for each event Show less

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  New York University

  Feb 2018 - Jan 2020

  StudentLink Representative
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  Columbia University in the City of New York

  Jan 2020 - now

  • Associate Director, Research and Technology

    Jun 2022 - now

  • Assistant Director, Research and Technology

    Jan 2020 - Jun 2022