Yumi Higa
Research Program Manager @Hoover Institution, Stanford University
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WORK HISTORY
Research Program Manager @Hoover Institution, Stanford University
San Francisco, CA, US
Plan and execute the Summer Policy Boot Camp, a week-long event for 100+ students from all over the world with an annual budget of over Manage the application process of 250+ applicants and communications to applicants and Senior Fellows participating in the boot camp• Partner with other Stanford departments in support of the boot camp to ensure a successful event• Oversee all aspects of the event while participants are on-site including troubleshooting issues and managing expectations• Assist Fellows with planning and execution of events, conferences and meetings• Work with the Assistant Director of Institutional Programming in planning and preparations for Board meetings• Hire, manage and establish processes for new team of Administrative Assistants that support multiple fellows• Assess administrative support needs of fellows, prioritize needs and assign support. Follow up with fellows to make sure expectations are met• Work with all departments within Hoover to achieve department goals and ensure smooth transactions for fellows
EDUCATION
California State University, Fresno
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Marketing
SKILLS
ABOUT YUMI HIGA
Dynamic, accomplished professional who offers a solid background of progressively responsible and high level experience in content operations, customer relationship management and developing and managing domestic and international events. Highly analytical, innovative, and organized with a history of developing effective strategies for operations and events. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills that result in productive internal and external relationships at all levels. Independent self-starter and effective leader who develops cohesive teams and fosters collaborative efforts toward goals. Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills with proven success handling multiple responsibilities in high-pressure environments.Specialties: • Customer Success Management• Project Management• Operations• Resource and Budget Administration• Marketing and Sales• Event Planning• Coordinating International Teams• Tracking and Reporting• Exhibitor Relations• Vendor Selection and Management • After Action Reviews
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