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Taylor Akers

@taylorakers

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I coordinate historic sites, volunteers, research, and engaging public interpretation programs.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a full-time role that offers professional challenges and lets me apply my interpersonal, time-management, research, and problem-solving skills while taking on responsibilities that support team goals.

At the National D-Day Memorial, I coordinate volunteers, daily site operations, equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and customer concerns to support successful operations.

I've also brought history to life at Historic Sandusky and South River Meeting House through engaging presentations, accurate research, and educational programming. My work includes researching, conserving, and organizing historical documents, records, maps, and materials for exhibits and public programs.

At Daura Art Gallery, I supported educational programming, exhibit content, artifact records, preservation, and visually effective displays for diverse audiences.

I'm an organized, dependable History graduate with a Museum Studies minor who manages competing priorities, communicates clear objectives, and takes responsibility for helping teams meet their goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Assistant Site Manager / Volunteer Coordinator

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National D-Day Memorial

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills. Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.

Equipment Maintenance Safety Compliance Customer Service Team Coordination OSHA Compliance Operations Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Lynchburg

Bachelor of Arts, History

2021 - 2024

Activities and societies: Honoree of National History Honors Society; Dean's List 2022-2024; Phi Alpha Theta Member; Mu Sigma Theta Member; Tour Guide volunteer at the Quaker Meeting House in Lynchburg, VA.

Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Museum Studies. Recognized on the Dean's List and inducted into the National History Honors Society.