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Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”

Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”

Executive Assistant/Agent

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Architect I California Real Estate Agent

  • Education

    • Northeastern University

      2017 - 2018
      Master's degree Design in Sustainable Urban Environment

    • American University in Dubai

      2012 - 2016
      Bachelor’s Degree Architecture 3.38

      Received Professor’s award from architectural senior showcase, Spring 2016 (Final Studio)

  • Experience

    • Sobhe Parvaz Travel Agency

      Jun 2003 - Dec 2011
      Executive Assistant/Agent

      Consultation and Planning: Meet with clients to understand travel preferences, requirements, and budget. Provide advice, recommendations, and assistance with itinerary planning. Documentation and Visa Assistance: Help clients with travel documents such as passports and visas. Provide guidance on visa requirements and assist with the application process.• Team Leadership and Management: Supervise and provide guidance to a team of travel agents, assigning tasks and monitoring performance. Train and onboard new staff members, ensuring they understand company policies, procedures, and industry regulations.• Sales and Business Development: Monitor sales activities, analyze performance data, and provide regular reports to management. Develop and implement strategies to meet sales targets and drive business growth.• Financial Management: Monitor financial performance, budgets, and expenses, aiming to achieve profitability targets.• Customer Service: Ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service by maintaining high standards of professionalism and responsiveness. Resolve customer complaints or issues promptly, demonstrating empathy and finding suitable solutions. Show less

    • X Architect

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2017
      Intern

      Responsibility - Design development, conceptual design, construction document production, site documentation, team coordination,3D model production, and design/planning presentations.Company Profile -X Architect offers various projects, including private custom villas, complex residential, commercial and institutional projects, public space designs, competition projects, and landscape designs

    • Northeastern University

      Sept 2017 - May 2018
      Grad Student

      Led comprehensive thesis project to convert contaminated Fisk Coal power plant brownfield into a vibrant park near Chicago. Conducted site analysis, researched brownfield redevelopment, created sustainable design integrating amenities and infrastructure. Collaborated, presented findings, showcasing independent research and innovative design.Achievements - Awarded 2nd place in International Design Awards 2018 for (Re)Cycle- A New Beginning project, highlighting its innovative nature. Exhibition at Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain in 2019 further validates its significance in the field of design. Show less

    • Timothy Burke Architecture

      Sept 2018 - Aug 2019
      Architectural Designer

      I am also skilled in developing residential, commercial and mix-used projects through all phases of design and construction, survey documentation, permitting, construction documentation, and detailed drawings.

    • International Parking Design, Inc.

      Sept 2019 - Jan 2021
      Architectural Job Captain

      As job captain, I have gained knowledge and expertise in developing massive phased parking designs, collaborating with different project managers throughout all phases of design, construction documentation, and through interactions with clients.

    • MBB Design Studio

      Jan 2021 - Jun 2021
      Architectural Designer

      Responsibilities - Design development, construction document production, site documentation, design/planning presentations, permit Preparation, team coordination, and BIM management.Company Profile - MBB offers a full permit package for renovation, new additions, ADU projects through careful consideration of clients’ needs, constraints, and dreams.

    • Impact Housing

      Jul 2021 - May 2023
      Architectural Designer/Associate

      Responsibilities - Worked on a mixed-use building construction of Type IIIA over IA. I collaborated on the design and coordinated with consultants to complete the project on schedule in order to obtain state and city permits. Company Profile - Impact Housing specializes in mixed-use modular construction projects. We assemble a comprehensive team, encompassing architectural, manufacturing, development, and acquisition expertise, to create affordable apartments in California. Our primary goal is to deliver housing solutions that positively impact the lives of low- and moderate-income households, thereby improving their overall well-being. Show less

    • Freelance

      Aug 2023 - now
      Designer

    • TruLine Realty

      Dec 2024 - now
      Realtor

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Realtor

      Department of Real Estate
      Nov 2024

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Architecture Master prize 2018 (AMP) - 2018 Second Award from Architecture Master prize 2018 (AMP)for my project, (Re)Cycle- A New Beginning
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Global Architecture & Design Awards - 2018 received Second Award my project, (Re)Cycle- A New Beginning
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      International Award for Sustainable Architecture Awards 2018 Second Award - 2018
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      The International Design Award 2018 - 2018 received Second Award from The International Design Award 2018 (IDA) for my project, (Re)Cycle- A New Beginning
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Professor’s Award (AUD) - May 2016 I received Professor’s Award at architectural senior showcase, Spring 2016 (Final Studio)
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Honorable Mention (IDA) - 2016 I have received an honorable mention for my thesis project (Crossing Of The Coast) from the 10th Annual International Design Competition.
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      The Gold Architecture Design Award(IDA) - 2016 I have won the Gold Architecture Design Award and received the honorable mention for my thesis project (Crossing Of The Coast) from the 10th Annual International Design Competition.http://www.somayeharchitect.com/media.html
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Honorable Mention (AAP) - I have received an honorable mention for my thesis project (Crossing Of The Coast) from The American Architecture Prize (AAP) 2017.
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Northeastern University CAMD Graduate Student Scholarship (2017-2018) -
    • Awarded to Somayeh Ghorbani “Somi”
      Outstanding Service Excellence Award - received the 'Outstanding Service Excellence Award' in recognition of my outstanding dedication, exemplary service, and exceptional performance during my tenure as an Executive Assistant/Agent at Sobhe Parvaz, a travel agency