Yara J. Abdeen

Experience

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  Brigham Young University

  Apr 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Planned, organized and taught labs to assist students in understanding quality systems concepts.• Designed and taught designs of experiment with several factors and levels. • Assisted students in understanding fundamental manufacturing concepts by creating visual representations and reviewsessions. This improved the class’s average from a C to a B+.• Created and graded weekly assignments, projects and exams with the aim of stretching students and promoting longlasting learning of fundamental manufacturing concepts. • Discussed global marketing challenges, cultural sensitivities, economic realities of conductingglobal business with BMW, Fisher & Paykel, Mini-Cooper, NBA China, Google, Emirates Airlines, Nestle, Barclays and General Mills

  • Quality Systems Teaching Assistant

    Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Modern Manufacturing Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2016 - Apr 2018

  • Global Marketing Study Abroad

    Apr 2017 - Jun 2017
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  Applied Medical

  Jul 2018 - Aug 2018

  Manufacturing Engineering Intern

  • Created and updated drawings for tooling and product parts.• Implemented an electronic system to collect and organize data collection on extrusion lines.• Executed an Installation, Operational and Process Qualification on extrusion lines.• Identified and collaborated on increasing the quality of extrusion and demolting.

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  Brigham Young University

  Apr 2019 - Aug 2019

  •Research how observations recorded by the FDA when inspecting pharmaceutical cites have changed over time.• Analyze literature reviews and 483 reports to evaluate the quality by design system implemented by the FDA. • Handle administrate responsibilities for the club• Organize and execute events to help women in the program connect with professionals • Worked on an international design team to designed and make products for the elderly to assist them in their daily activities.• Created a customizable laundry rack for the elderly and reduced the lifting load by 80%.

  • Research Assistant

    Jan 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Vice President of Women in Manufacturing Engineering Club

    Dec 2017 - Aug 2019

  • International Product Design and Development Study Abroad

    Apr 2019 - Jun 2019
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  TaleTeller

  Sept 2019 - Apr 2021

  Founder & CEO of TaleTeller

  Definition: TaleTeller is a startup that offers a platform for people to help them write their autobiographies through the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence• Lead the team in developing the startup• Handle the managerial responsibilities and the engineering technology of the startup• Raise funding for expanding the businessKey Result: • The Startup has been registered in Toronto as "Tale Teller Inc. " and funding for the initiation of its operation was mobilized. Show less

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  McMaster University

  Oct 2019 - Sept 2020

  • Help create a community in Engineering Graduate Studies (EGS)• Represent the interests and goals of the members of my department with the aim of advancing academic & professional development at McMaster University for engineering graduate students • Communicate to my department the activities of the EGS with the aim of helping student network with other students and professionals Research the effect of pharmaceuticals production on the environment

  • Graduate Student Association Internal Director

    Jan 2020 - Sept 2020

  • Engineering Graduate Society Representative of The School of Engineering, Practice and Technology

    Nov 2019 - Sept 2020

  • Research Assistant

    Oct 2019 - May 2020
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  SEPTA McMaster

  Feb 2020 - Sept 2020

  SEPTA Club Co-founder

  Plan and organize events to support students in the W.Booth Engineering and Technology School in preparing for their career after graduating from McMaster University.

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  Self-employed

  Jul 2020 - now

  Freelance Trainer

  • Organize and implement training targeting youth, young entrepreneurs and local organizations in the areas of design thinking, entrepreneurship & entrepreneurship.• Developed training manual on Design thinking, entrepreneurship and Innovation. • Delivered Training of trainers for representatives of 25 organizations.

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  Station J

  Jul 2020 - Mar 2021

  Entrepreneurship & Innovation Lead/ Project Coordinator

  • Manage & oversee the quality and timely implementation of project plans• Lead and facilitate brainstorming sessions to address major challenges facing the project• Initiate and lead the implementation of new innovative ideas proposed by both the project team and the beneficiaries• Prepare donor reports• Develop and draft concept notes and proposals for new project ideas• Work with the team to establish an ecosystem for entrepreneurs in Jerusalem• Design incubation and pre-acceleration programs for startups• Organize events for the entrepreneurial community to foster entrepreneurship & innovationKey Results: • 50 % of women owned small business that were supported by the project were able to upscale their business and contributed to improve the economic situation of their families • Incubation and pre-acceleration programs for startups were developed• Donor reports were submitted with high quality and in a timely manner• Funding was granted to one of the project proposals I developed Show less

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  MENACatalyst Foundation

  Sept 2020 - Apr 2021

  Matchmaking Coordinator Expert

  • Develop work plans for the related activities along with the project's team• Identify potential local employers and prepare their profiles• Coordinate the related training and capacity building activities• Coordinate the job placement process for the participants• Connect the project participants with potential mentors and employment opportunities• Prepare progress reports on implemented trainings and matchmaking activitiesKey Result: • 30 beneficiaries were offered internship in local organizations / business Show less

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  AlNayzak Organization

  Apr 2021 - now

  Program Officer/Deputy Manager of Horizons Academy

  • Work with the team on developing annual implementation plan and oversee its implementation• Oversee the program's monitoring, quality assurance, risk management• Monitor the timely and quality delivery of all deliverables under the program• Coordinate project budget preparation, financial control and procurement• Draft the design and formulation of new program/project proposals and initiatives• Lead discussions with relevant stakeholders, including the donors, potential beneficiaries, and the team, to build the program’s long term strategic plan. • Participate in meetings and policy dialogue on issues related to the program Key Results: • Program activities expanded to additional 15 locations targeting vulnerable areas• A platform was developed to provide equal opportunities for the targeted beneficiaries especially those in remote areas.• "Made in Palestine" project has been expanded to participate in regional competitions. Show less