Misha Cherukumilli
Palo Alto,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record as Founder and Co-President of the AI In Business Club, fostering innovation and diversity. Skilled in public speaking and strategic thinking, I excelled in developing business pitches at Wharton UPenn, enhancing my networking abilities and achieving recognition in DECA competitions.
Developed strong collaboration and communication skills in community-focused environment, looking to transition into new field. Demonstrates adaptability and commitment to supporting team objectives. Prepared to leverage these skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Offering positive attitude and strong interpersonal abilities, ready to learn and grow in collaborative environment. Brings foundational understanding of community service principles and ability to assist in event planning and execution. Ready to use and develop organizational and problem-solving skills in Co-President role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer at Senior Center playing Guitar
NueroLOGIC Foundation
Redwood City, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Bring joy to senior citizens through playing guitar
- Practice and learn new songs by request to play weekly at senior center
- Built relationships with many senior citizens at Oakmont (senior house)
HR at Nonprofit Pink Policy (Womens Health)
Pink Policy
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinate HR members across various locations, timezones, etc. smoothly
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Founder of Strumé
Strumé
Palo Alto, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Founded company making custom engraved guitar picks and guitar necklaces to spread awareness about suicide prevention
- Donate 10% to suicide prevention programs + Gunn High school mental health initiatives
- Created fully functioning website + working on graphic design: https://strume.co
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Facilitated marketing over multiple platforms to get sales
Intern at Orka (Maternal Health)
Orka Health
San Francisco, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Enhanced SEO for Orka's social media and website
- Aided in the creation of marketing materials to promote health services offered by the organization.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
Founder and Co-President
AI In Business Club, Henry M. Gunn High School
12.2024 - Current
- Initiated first student organization exploring AI’s ability to empower businesses
- Weekly meetings, encouraging diversity through guest speakers of different backgrounds, case studies, and workshops
Member
Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)
11.2024 - Current
- Qualifier for competitions at the State and Regional level
- 4th overall in Principles of Marketing Event at State level
- Qualifier for International Career Development Conference
- Top 10 globally in Principles of Marketing event!
Lifeguard
YMCA
Palo Alto, USA
04.2024 - Current
- Maintain a safe pool environment for families and children; trained in CPR, rescue, and emergency response
- Demonstrated responsibility, leadership, and the ability to stay calm under pressure through monthly trainings and real life scenarios
DECA President
DECA
Palo Alto, CA
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Worked through challenges (officers stepping down) and strengthened relationships and overall chapter bond
- Grew membership + top 10 overall placements @ states
- Hosted and facilitated first ever Gunn DECA Bake sale
- Informed + helped allow Gunn to go on Power Trip
- Led weekly lunch meetings
- Worked on logistics, overall head of Gunn DECA!! Learned a lot about leadership plan to implement following DECA season
Essentials of Entreprenuership Program
Wharton UPenn
Philadelphia, PA
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with a team to generate innovative business pitches and ideas.
- Presented business pitch to esteemed professors and angel investors for funding opportunities.
- Developed strong networking skills while acquiring in-depth business knowledge.
- Engaged with prestigious professors and peers during immersive experience at Wharton UPenn Campus.
Education
HighSchool - AP Computer Science Principles, Geometry Honors, Algebra 2/Trigonometry Honors, Chemistry Honors
Henry M. Gunn HighSchool
Palo Alto, CA06.2027
Skills
- Digital communication skills
- Leadership and team management
- Lifeguard certification
- CPR certification
- Emergency response skills
- Public speaking
- Emotional intelligence
- Problem solving
- Strategic thinking
- Creative thinking
- Networking
- Effective communication
- Community outreach
- Work ethic
- Relationship building
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Growth mindset
- Team collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Led chapter of 75+ members
- Won top 10 internationally for DECA PMK
Affiliations
- Avid Guitarist
- Animal Shelter Volunteer
- Mentorship Program with Honorable Judge
- Participant of Disability Bar, Santa Clara County Court
- Financial Associate of WeKids Non-Profit Organization
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Lifeguard Certified
Timeline
Volunteer at Senior Center playing Guitar
NueroLOGIC Foundation
01.2026 - Current
HR at Nonprofit Pink Policy (Womens Health)
Pink Policy
01.2026 - Current
Founder of Strumé
Strumé
09.2025 - Current
Intern at Orka (Maternal Health)
Orka Health
06.2025 - Current
DECA President
DECA
03.2025 - 03.2026
Founder and Co-President
AI In Business Club, Henry M. Gunn High School
12.2024 - Current
Member
Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)
11.2024 - Current
Essentials of Entreprenuership Program
Wharton UPenn
07.2024 - 08.2025
Lifeguard
YMCA
04.2024 - Current
HighSchool - AP Computer Science Principles, Geometry Honors, Algebra 2/Trigonometry Honors, Chemistry Honors
Henry M. Gunn HighSchool
Awards
- DECA Regionals Overall Finalist 7th overall in Principles of Entrepreneurship Event
- Model United Nations Outstanding Delegate earned at New York High School Model United Nations (NHSMUN)
- DECA States Finalist 4th overall, qualified for International Conference individually
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