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Kassaundra Messina

@kassaundramessina

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Dedicated leader and educator with a passion for community and teamwork.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters teamwork and community engagement, where I can utilize my leadership skills and passion for education.

I am a committed friend, teammate, and leader who strives to create a sense of belonging and friendship for those around me. My journey has been shaped by diverse experiences, from serving as a Medical Laboratory Technician in the United States Army to working in retail environments where I focus on customer engagement and team collaboration.

Currently, I am pursuing my education with a Bachelor of Arts in French and Francophone Studies, while also working as a Sign Language Interpreterence Crew Member at Trader Joe’s. My role involves assisting in daily store operations, maintaining stock, and providing customers with personalized shopping experiences. I take pride in my ability to communicate effectively and create an exciting atmosphere for both customers and team members.

My military background has instilled in me a strong sense of leadership and responsibility. During my service, I played a crucial role in establishing a laboratory during the COVID-19 pandemic, where I contributed to the testing of thousands of patients daily. I am passionate about using my skills to make a positive impact in my community and am eager to continue growing both personally and professionally.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Crew Member

Current

Trader Joe's

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Assisted in daily store operations, including register and till handling. Maintained stock and product availability, demonstrating product knowledge through tastings and personalized suggestions.

Customer Service Inventory Management Product Knowledge Teamwork Communication

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Crew Member

Current

Trader Joe's

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Assisted in daily operations of the store, including register and till handling. Maintained stock and product availability, demonstrating product knowledge through crew item tastings and personalized suggestions.

Customer Service Inventory Management Product Knowledge Teamwork

Educator

Lululemon

Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 (3 months)

Personalized shopping experiences for customers, creating varied outfits and suggestions. Participated in overnight stock intakes and inventory management.

Customer Service Inventory Management Communication

Team Leader/Medical Laboratory Technician

United States Army

May 2013 - Feb 2023 (9 years 9 months)

Supervised, mentored, and advised soldiers and coworkers through personal guidance and training. Served as a Laboratory Technician during the COVID-19 pandemic, establishing a laboratory for patient testing and creating Standard Operating Procedures.

Leadership SOP Development Team Management Training Mentoring COVID 19 Testing

Educator

Lululemon

Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 (3 months)

Personalized shopping experiences for customers, creating varied outfits and suggestions. Participated in overnight stock intakes and inventory management.

Customer Service Inventory Management Communication

Team Leader/Medical Laboratory Technician

United States Army

May 2013 - Feb 2023 (9 years 9 months)

Supervised, mentored, and advised soldiers and coworkers through personal guidance, counseling, and training. Served as a Laboratory Technician during the COVID-19 pandemic, erecting a laboratory and creating Standard Operating Procedures.

Leadership SOP Development Mentoring Training Crisis Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Arts, French and Francophone Studies

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in French and Francophone Studies. This program focuses on language acquisition, cultural understanding, and literary analysis.

Oakland Community College

Degree Completion, Sign Language Interpreterence

Currently enrolled at Oakland Community College. This enrollment is for degree completion, indicating ongoing studies to finalize an academic program.

George Washington University

Associate of Science, Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Completed an Associate of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. This program provided a strong foundation in laboratory techniques and procedures.