“I have had the pleasure of working alongside Kara for years, as Board members for the Women in Sports and Events (WISE) Twin Cities chapter. Kara is a woman of excellence. She performs at the highest level in all that she does. She is an organized leader, efficient communicator, and hard worker. Kara presents so professionally and has great stamina for projects that need a lot of attention. I admire Kara's desire to always be learning, improving, and networking. Kara has my highest recommendation and any team will be blessed by her addition. ”
Kara Kawakami
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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"Working hard for something we LOVE is called PASSION" - Simon Sinek
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Was an honor and privilege to sit with the man, the myth, the legend himself. This was a full circle moment for me as we came to the realization it…
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Final day to submit your nomination!!! Can't wait to honor another group of incredible leaders!
Final day to submit your nomination!!! Can't wait to honor another group of incredible leaders!
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Experience
Education
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
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Activities and Societies: Women's Soccer Club (Founder, President) Delta Gamma, Lambda (VP of Foundation); Order of Omega
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Board of Advisors
ALSD
- 4 years 1 month
The Association of Luxury Suite Directors (ALSD) was established in 1990 to provide a single platform for our member teams and venues with accurate and timely information from across all layers of the premium seat industry in stadiums and arenas throughout North America with a growing global reach. Through the annual ALSD Conference and Tradeshow, Sports Venue Design & Build Forum, Sports Sales Boot Camp, ALSD International, as well as year-round content creation, we provide a single platform…
The Association of Luxury Suite Directors (ALSD) was established in 1990 to provide a single platform for our member teams and venues with accurate and timely information from across all layers of the premium seat industry in stadiums and arenas throughout North America with a growing global reach. Through the annual ALSD Conference and Tradeshow, Sports Venue Design & Build Forum, Sports Sales Boot Camp, ALSD International, as well as year-round content creation, we provide a single platform for best practices access, community interaction, and vendors/suppliers wishing to showcase the latest and greatest products and services.
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Advisory Committee Member
University of Minnesota Tourism Center
- Present 1 year 9 months
Support the University of Minnesota Tourism Center in its mission to empower, prepare and support the tourism industry and communities engaging in tourism for success and sustainability.
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Order of Omega
Member
-Order of Omega is a leadership honor society for members of the Greek community. Recognized in the top 3% at the University of Minnesota for exemplifying high standards in the areas of scholarship, leadership, involvement within the Greek, campus, and local community.
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Delta Gamma
Vice President of Foundation and Member
-• Served on the Executive Board • Responsible for the education, motivation, and activation of the philanthropic efforts of our chapter • Directed a spaghetti dinner and campus basketball tournament for 500+ participants to raise $7,000 for our foundation, Service for Sight
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University of Minnesota Women's Soccer Club
Founder, President, and Member
-• Successfully introduced a competitive Division I Sport Club to the University of Minnesota • Created every aspect of the organization with a 5 year growth plan to enrich athletic opportunity at the University • Managed and coordinated the schedule, recruitment, policies, budget, fundraising, and hiring of the coach and officers • Competed and traveled in the Greater Midwest against D1 Club Teams, D2/D3 Teams, and D2 Club Teams
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