I am looking to leverage my business and tech skills to make a positive impact in a company that takes a chance on me.
Alain Barak
@barakalain
Innovative tech entrepreneur with a strong background in business and community service organizing.
What I'm looking for
I am an innovative and driven professional with a strong background in entrepreneurship, community organizing, and Business management. As the owner and manager of Urembo Traditional Africa, I successfully started a fashion business to fund my studies, where I managed daily operations, finances, and compliance with local regulations. My leadership skills enabled me to hire and lead a team of sales representatives, achieving a remarkable 35% increase in sales within eight months by optimizing individual strengths.
In addition to my business endeavors, I am deeply committed to community service, having dedicated over 10,000 hours to various humanitarian projects. I spearheaded an annual charity initiative that provided essential supplies to children in need and developed a program to donate surplus food from our family restaurant to hungry street children. My academic background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and an Associate Degree in Information Systems and Technology, equipping me with the skills to analyze complex data and contribute meaningfully to social causes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer Organizer
CITAM Valley Road Community
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Spearheaded annual charity fundraising initiatives and organized donation drives for various humanitarian causes, contributing over 10,000 hours of volunteer work.
Business Owner
Urembo Traditional Africa
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Founded and manage a fashion business to fund my studies, overseeing daily operations, finances, and compliance with local regulations. Led a team to achieve a 35% sales increase and optimized inventory management.
Food Donation Initiative Developer
Family Owned Restaurant
Jan 2022 - Feb 2022 (1 month)
Developed and implemented a food donation initiative to provide surplus restaurant food to street children in Nairobi, operating daily for one year.
Education
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United States International University – Africa
Bachelor's Degree, International Relations
2019 - 2024
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations with a minor in Environment Studies. The program focuses on the complexities of international politics, the role of external actors, and the impact of neoliberal policies on democratization.
Computer Pride Institute
Associate Degree, Information Systems and Technology
2018 - 2019
Completed an Associate Degree in Information Systems and Technology, gaining proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and foundational knowledge in IT systems.
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