I have spent extensive time traveling and living around the world which has gifted me with a unique perspective. I am very passionate about the natural environment and cultures of our world. I am mostly interested in the intersection with food, exercise, health and well-being. I also have a strong admiration for creative arts, especially writing and photography. I want to pursue my passions in my career and make change happen!
I am extremely outgoing and love to meet new people, make new friendships and learn something new everyday so feel free to reach out!
PR and Social Media Committee- Taste of the Nation Event @ • Manage outreach and contact media outlets for press coverage
• Lead social media campaigns through various platforms to promote the event From October 2015 to Present (3 months) Contributing Author and Blogger @ From October 2015 to Present (3 months) Substitute Teacher @ From September 2015 to Present (4 months) Tennis Instructor @ Junior Tennis Instructor during summer camp for ages 4-13 From June 2013 to August 2015 (2 years 3 months) Kitchen Assistant @ • Created and prepared daily café menu including personal orders and large wholesale orders to Whole Foods Market, daily interaction with customers and retailers to ensure quality of products and service
• Acquired working knowledge of rules and details that accompany raw, vegan cooking such as temperatures, time sensitivity, oxidization and spoiling. Effectively managed tools and appliances such as dehydrators, spiralizers/ mandolins, Vitamix From September 2014 to May 2015 (9 months) Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina AreaFarm Educator @ • Led presentations and lessons for groups of up to 60 elementary and middle school students from Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia on farm topics such as soil and compost, edible plant parts, plant life cycles, pollination and pest control, livestock and nutrition
• Oversaw community recruitment efforts for the “Farm Camp” by implementing new marketing strategies and representing the farm at outreach events to promote awareness and connect directly with the local community
• Conducted general garden maintenance including weeding, planting, seeding and watering
garden maintenance From May 2013 to August 2013 (4 months) Special Events/ Events Team Intern @ • Directed event coordination and planning for private and corporate parties, including supervising caterers/servers, visual and music entertainment, and other staff
• Upgraded and managed database of event logistics. Connected with clients daily to discuss event progress
• Shadowed restaurant managers at Jaleo, Oyamel, and Zaytinya during normal business hours to learn about restaurant management operations. Worked at host stands to gain understanding of daily organizational task and restaurant logistics such as layout, reservations, and customer care From May 2013 to June 2013 (2 months) Washington D.C. Metro AreaResearch Intern, Energy and Environment Sector @ • Sought out investment opportunities and oversaw venture projects for private and corporate clients
• Undertook a personal research project to explore investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector of Latin America and the Caribbean From January 2013 to May 2013 (5 months) Washington D.C. Metro AreaCampus Director at Duke Univeristy @ Launched program to promote socially conscious start-up (for every food bar, organization provides nutritious meal to children in need) at Duke University. Instituted sale of bars in 5 major campus stores, supported sales of 2Degrees bars through frequent check-ins and account management activities
• Managed on campus and community (Whole Foods Market Durham) events to promote the bars and raise awareness about childhood hunger such as product demos and tastings
• Participated in weekly nationwide conference calls for idea exchanges with other campus directors and program director From August 2011 to May 2013 (1 year 10 months) Regional Director for TUNZA network, Washington DC/Virginia/North Carolina @ Under the overall concept of Tunza, the 25th session of the Governing Council in February 2009 adopted the second long-term UNEP strategy for the engagement of young people in environmental issues. It is an initiative that is meant to develop activities in the areas of capacity building, environmental awareness, and information exchange, with a vision to foster a generation of environmentally conscious citizens, capable of positive action.
Important by-products of this strategy include the annual Tunza International Youth Conference, Tunza Advisory Council and a quarterly Tunza magazine.
• Organized events to engage local and global youth in the network to develop activities in the areas of capacity building, environmental awareness, and information exchange
• Facilitated regular coordination meetings of the UN Children and Youth Working Group to discuss outreach strategies and event creation and planning. Attended weekly conference calls with all team members and UNEP headquarters staff to integrate efforts regionally and globally
•http://tunzananetwork.tumblr.com From January 2012 to December 2012 (1 year) Intern @ •Assisted in organizing and coordinated Global outreach events in Brazil
•Assisted in coordinating activities with partners in Africa, Brazil and USA
•Translated official documents: English, Spanish and Portuguese From August 2012 to September 2012 (2 months) General Manager @ • Managed daily café operations and the café team, including opening/closing procedures, product stocks and sales, store appearance, cleaning & maintenance, training, and customer service
• Ensured that all food offerings maintained the highest quality at all times in accordance with food and safety laws
• Reviewed sales performance regularly by processing and logging invoices and cash receipts
http://killeresp.com From May 2011 to September 2012 (1 year 5 months) Intern at Office of Congressman Walter B. Jones @ • Oversaw research projects for staff members, utilizing and updating congressional and government databases
• Attended hearings as personal note-taker for the Congressman and staffers. Accompanied Congressman to press conferences.
• Constantly interacted with constituents, company/government officials through correspondence, phone calls, and guiding congressional tours From June 2012 to August 2012 (3 months) Gelato Server and Barista @ • Developed an understanding of coffee and tea and the various differences in flavor and blends
• Proficiently prepared blended, hot/cold drinks and served food
• Experience knowing how to produce and serve gelato in its proper manner
• Ensured food safety and products were up to serving standard at all times. Kept the kitchen and storage areas clear, well-organized and easy to use
• Answered customer questions regarding coffee blends, preparation, and product freshness- made sure to maintain a high level of customer service
http://gelatoarlingtonva.wix.com/boccato From June 2011 to August 2011 (3 months) Intern @ • Collaborated with head of foundation to create museum design plans (Research and Development of exhibits, Design of Ambience and Atmosphere, Graphics and lighting) for the Tanga Tanga Children’s Museum in Sucre, Bolivia. Edited and reviewed marketing strategies and online presence of foundation
• Personal assistant to photographer Peter McFarren. Translated documents from Spanish to English. Collected data and compiled budget allocations and expenses into spreadsheets. Designed PowerPoint presentations to promote the organization’s mission
http://www.quipusbolivia.org From February 2011 to May 2011 (4 months)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Environmental Science and Policy @ Duke University From 2011 to 2015 Minor, Cultural Anthropology @ Duke University From 2011 to 2015 Certificate, Documentary Studies @ Duke University From 2011 to 2015 The University of Queensland Danielle Mayall is skilled in: Wellness, Fitness, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Politics, Food, Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Photography, Documentary Photography, Cultural Anthropology, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Latin America, Travel