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Araks Karyan

Burbank

Summary

Results-driven professional with over 8 years of experience in event coordination, workplace operations, brand development, and strategic partnerships. Proven success in planning and executing high-impact events, overseeing logistics, managing vendors, nurturing B2B relationships, and boosting brand visibility. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced environments, with a strong ability to connect with internal teams and external partners. Entrepreneurial professional offering progressive experience in operations leadership. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity. Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional teams.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Manager

Mom's Recipes
Burbank
01.2025 - Current
  • Founded and operated a home-based bakery inspired by a family legacy, focused on traditional Armenian gata.
  • Manage all aspects of the business including product packaging, event sales, and customer engagement.
  • Participate in cultural festivals, food fairs, and local events to share Armenian heritage and expand market reach.
  • Coordinate logistics, branding, and promotional activities to build brand awareness and grow customer base.
  • Work toward scaling the concept into a physical café and retail space to fulfill a generational dream.

Head of Sales

Light Printing House
Burbank
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Spearheaded networking initiatives at multiple chamber of commerce events to raise brand awareness and promote company services.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with marketing agencies and production teams to expand the client base.
  • Represented the company at industry expos and local community events to showcase print and packaging products.
  • Provided logistical support for event participation, including preparing printed promotional materials and booth setup.
  • Helped reposition the brand's market presence through tailored outreach and event-based engagement.

HR & Workplace Experience Manager

Double Coconut
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Company Overview: U.S.-based Gaming Studio
  • Led and executed company-wide virtual and in-person events to support team building and partner engagement.
  • Oversaw onboarding and internal training sessions, improving new hire integration.
  • Managed vendor coordination, shipping logistics, and budget tracking for internal programs.
  • Maintained documentation and performance reports for event and workplace initiatives.
  • U.S.-based Gaming Studio

Workplace Experience Manager

Workfront
10.2019 - 02.2021
  • Organized company-wide events and executive meetings, ensuring seamless AV, catering, and venue arrangements.
  • Managed office logistics, budget planning, and vendor contracts to ensure operational excellence.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional departments to support internal communication and event success.

Partnership Manager / Regional Corporate Manager

Ginosi Apartels
05.2015 - 02.2019
  • Directed regional event planning, team onboarding, and training initiatives.
  • Managed vendor relationships, developed operating procedures, and tracked service KPIs.
  • Coordinated communication between regional and HQ teams to ensure compliance and quality standards.

Education

Tech Recruitment Bootcamp

Armenian Code Academy
01.2021

HR Management, QA, Agile Project Mgmt., HR Accounting

Business Development Group
01.2020

Business English, Advanced Level

American University of Armenia
01.2015

B.S. - Accounting and Audit

Armenian State Agrarian University
01.2012

Skills

  • Event Planning & Logistics
  • Sales & Brand Development
  • Communication
  • Tools
  • Operations
  • Soft Skills
  • Customer engagement
  • Vendor management
  • Market research
  • Event planning
  • Operations management

Timeline

Founder & Manager

Mom's Recipes
01.2025 - Current

Head of Sales

Light Printing House
10.2024 - 03.2025

HR & Workplace Experience Manager

Double Coconut
04.2021 - 06.2023

Workplace Experience Manager

Workfront
10.2019 - 02.2021

Partnership Manager / Regional Corporate Manager

Ginosi Apartels
05.2015 - 02.2019

Tech Recruitment Bootcamp

Armenian Code Academy

HR Management, QA, Agile Project Mgmt., HR Accounting

Business Development Group

Business English, Advanced Level

American University of Armenia

B.S. - Accounting and Audit

Armenian State Agrarian University

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