Samar Ibrahim

Experience

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  Ames High School

  Aug 2017 - Jul 2018

  Business Engagement Collaborative Intern

  Worked on a total of 16 business projects with various local businesses including:- Researched modern office designs, utilized Homestyler 360 to visually design, and presented the design to company executives- Composed a successfully implemented youth club proposal on financial literacy for a local bank- Curated an informational brochure on the EL program through conducting research to compile statistics and interviewing students for the local school district currently in use today Weniger anzeigen

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  Safari Cuisine Llc

  Jan 2018 - Jul 2018

  Waitress/Host

  Listened to, understood, and clarified guest concerns effectively and issues leading to creation of training tips for new staff Designed current menu via Canva to maintain consistent brand presence and enhance customer experience Learned to prepare simple appetizers to support kitchen staff during stressful periods and ensure timely food service

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  Black Honor Society

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2022

  Led cross-functional board efforts to strategize and construct a comprehensive semester event calendar, adeptly promoting initiatives through Instagram, the SAMMY App, and LinkedinFostered partnerships with student organizations and led outreach efforts that increased BHS membership by 60% Black Student Organization Delegate on Black Alliance of Mentors Executive Board Collaborated with fellow board members to curate semester schedule of events and market them via Instagram, SAMMY App, and LinkedinDesigned Agenda for weekly events, coordinate all materials required and delegate specific event roles to insure high attendee engagement resulting in winning 2021 Outstanding Educational Program Implemented voting system that increased board planning productivity by ~30%

  • President

    Jun 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Black Alliance of Mentors Key Player

    Sept 2020 - Jan 2021

  • Activities and Events Coordinator

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2021
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  Self-employed

  Jul 2019 - Jun 2021

  High School Math Tutor

  Worked with students of different learning abilities and educational backgroundsCompiled information on ways to personalize teachingAssisted students increase their grade by a minimum of one letter grade.

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  Pangea.app

  Jun 2021 - Jan 2022

  Top Emerging Talent Program '21
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  ParkStash

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Sales And Marketing Intern

  Conducted cold calls and emails to sell SaaS platform to churches and businesses and acquired over 500 parking spots for a client resulting in being named most successful sales intern in company historyAssisted in training preceding intern and successfully transitioning business accounts and database of all interactions with potential clients

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  SJSU Peer Connections

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

  Led ten employees to create programs such as monthly newsletters, birthday cards, and holiday cards via Canva to ensure employees feel supported and appreciated in the workplaceCo-organized gift programs, celebration events, and personal enrichment workshops Facilitated weekly presentations and provided one-on-one support to 200+ frosh/transfer students to foster connection to campus events and resources Developed an internal training database for new student staff to access campus resources Collaborated with appreciation committee to create study playlists resulting in positive feedback and promotion to lead role

  • Appreciation Committee Lead

    Jan 2022 - Jan 2022

  • Peer Mentor

    Aug 2021 - Jan 2022
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  UCLA Anderson School of Management

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2022

  SIEML 2022 Participant

  The University of California Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders (SIEML) is an 11-day all-expenses-paid immersive business leadership development and fellowship program. SIEML provides opportunities to participate in dynamic hands-on workshops discussing various principles of business and entrepreneurship while building analytical, technical and management skills.

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  Youpi Inc.

  Sept 2022 - Jan 2023

  UX Research Intern

  Researched and formulated trending topics used to generate content to increase app engagementDemoed app and synthesized user experience feedback to inform future technical application updatesCoordinated content-creator groups to increase app usage rates

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  Mosaic Cross Cultural Center

  Feb 2023 - Jun 2023

  Researched and co-hosted podcast episodes on topics related to human rights violations, access to the internet, and dehumanization of people of colorOrganized a one-of-kind event to fulfill community and spiritual health to discuss the black Muslim student experience Developed cross-cultural communication skills and connected students to resources to enact campus-wide changeManaged on-site logistics and calendaring Facilitated conversations, encouraged participation, and created a safe environment for vulnerability and honesty during a 3-day retreat focused on social justice and self-care knowledge enrichment

  • Cultural Programmer

    Aug 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Leadership Today Peer Mentor

    Feb 2023 - Feb 2023
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  The Plenary, Co.

  Feb 2023 - now

  Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to align community engagement initiatives with overarching marketing objectivesResearch, identify, and prepare content to enrich digital boards, forums, groups, and social media entities, amplifying reach and impactRecruit, onboard, and manage volunteering duties on-site at showcase event to ensure all core duties are coveredLeveraged qualitative research data to design and develop a digital portal for the in-house ambassador program to enhance communication and program efficiency Weniger anzeigen

  • Community Engagement and Marketing Manager

    Jun 2023 - now

  • Community Engagement Intern

    Feb 2023 - Jun 2023
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  Mostest

  Apr 2024 - now

  Event Coordinator
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  JustiGuide

  Jul 2024 - Sept 2024

  Event Communications Lead
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  Civic Joy Fund

  Jul 2024 - Feb 2025

  Community Outreach and Marketing Coordinator

  Identified and contacted potential program partners, managed outreach to local businesses, and designed targeted communications to boost program attendance by 35%Designed with Adobe Illustrator and Canva to create promotional materials, event flyers, and program logos, collaborating on brand identity development to ensure color, font, and visual consistencyStreamlined internal data flow by organizing contact lists in Airtable, gathering attendee feedback through surveys, and implementing process improvements Weniger anzeigen