Dillon Yoon

Dillon Yoon

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Product R&D | All things Coffee

  • Education

    • Biola University

      2017 - 2021
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Intercultural Studies Alumni
  • Experience

    • Biola University

      Aug 2019 - May 2021

      - Crafted and collected survey data, developing and inputting responses and demographics into Excel spreadsheets and presenting the findings to directors, leading to an increase in community engagement. - Partnered with cross-functional teams utilizing Jira and Excel in volunteer management and recruitment, increasing outreach recruitment by 20%.- Developed educational programs and events tailored to meet the diverse needs and interests of various student groups, educators, and families.- Connected college students to on and off-campus resources involving mental health, physical health, financial aid, and educational materials.- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of a close team of 8 intern reports identifying areas for improvement in community cultivation, event planning, and student outreach. Show less

      • Director of People and Culture

        Apr 2020 - May 2021
      • Affinity Group Coordinator

        Aug 2019 - May 2021
    • Cook School of Intercultural Studies

      Jan 2020 - May 2020
      Teaching Assistant
    • Seed Church

      Aug 2021 - Apr 2024
      Teacher

      - Provided educational and personal guidance to elementary through college students by facilitating small groups and providing individual counseling.- Developed curriculums and taught weekly lessons to an average of 60 children and adolescent-age students in the classroom, implementing creative development strategies in activities to increase student participation and engagement with the material.- Coordinated budgeting data sheets and optimized resource allocation for educational materials and programs, resulting in cost savings and enhanced program effectiveness.- Researched data on student engagement and retention strategies and drafted reports and recommendations, presenting these findings and potential strategies in director meetings and volunteer outreach events.- Developed multiple community development efforts aimed at respective elementary, youth, and college communities to increase average attendance by 66%. Show less

    • Sur La Table

      Oct 2021 - Jun 2022
      Sales Associate

      - Gained specialized knowledge of coffee products and equipment, resulting in a monthly increase of 50% to 100% in personal sales.- Led demonstrations of coffee equipment, gaining proficiency in both utilizing various equipment and performing extensive maintenance. - Participated as a team player, often taking up additional responsibilities to assist coworkers, resulting in increased team efficiency and cohesiveness.

    • Reborn Coffee, Inc.

      May 2022 - now
      R&D and Cold Brew Production Coordinator

      Oversaw cold brew production, from developing roast profiles to overseeing TDS concentration. Key responsibilities and accomplishments include:- Spearheading the creation and testing of 20 unique cold brew blends and single-origin offerings brewed through immersion and active cold extraction methods.- Assisting in the development of multiple cold-brew products including cold-brew packs, RTD cans, and bottled concentrate. - Utilizing tools such as colorimeters, refractometers, and moisture meters to maintain quality control for all stages of production testing, resulting in consistent, high-quality coffee. - Sample roasting on the Ikawa Pro 50, logging data on both the Ikawa app and Cropster, performing regular QC analysis alongside the head roaster.- Improving sensory development through leading cupping sessions according to SCA protocols and memorizing SCA-certified sensory kits. - Researching and adhering to quality standards for packaging, equipment sanitization, and maintenance. Show less

    • UC Irvine

      Jan 2024 - Mar 2025
      Research Assistant, THRIVE Lab

      - Analyzed and interpreted 50+ survey responses, leading to the identification of key trends and patterns, resulting in more targeted research efforts and improved data accuracy.- Conducted data analysis using Excel to manipulate and analyze data effectively.- Assisted lead researchers in various tasks including recruitment and baseline measurement compilations.

    • Pragmatic Beverage Co.

      Mar 2025 - now
      Beverage Formulator & Coffee Consultant -- Coffee Program Development

      Collaborating with the directors and the r&d supervisor in growing a coffee program

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Jira Fundamentals Badge

      Atlassian
      May 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • CPR/AED/First Aid

      National CPR Foundation
      Mar 2024
    • The Essential Coffee Roasting Course Certification

      Ally Coffee
      May 2025
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Dillon Yoon
      Cross Culture Service Award Biola University May 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • President

      Issued by Hope Rising, Student-Led Japanese Student Outreach Club on Oct 2017
      Hope Rising, Student-Led Japanese Student Outreach ClubAssociated with Dillon Yoon
    • Volunteer

      Issued by SCORR Conference on Sept 2020
      SCORR ConferenceAssociated with Dillon Yoon
    • College and Young Adult Community Coordinator

      Issued by Seed on Sept 2022
      SeedAssociated with Dillon Yoon