RAELEE BIG SORREL HORSE

I bring a fierce determination and resilience to everything I do. I choose to forge my own path rather than waiting for it to come without a plan. I can envision both the big picture and the specific tasks and paths needed to execute that vision. My dynamic nature allows me to quickly adapt to changing circumstances. Grounded in a creative way of looking at the world, I have a deep appreciation for beauty and color, which keeps me curious, optimistic, and open to new ideas. In all situations, I show up as an authentic and genuine person, focusing on building trust-based relationships and fostering collaborative environments with teams and clients. My most prominent characteristic is my entrepreneurial spirit, combined with a passion for connecting with and helping others. This is evident in my cooking, jewelry making, and experience in the hospitality food preparation industry.

• Red Crow College Main Campus, Standoff, AB, Academic Upgrading Program, 01/01/23
• On a Dime Professional Career Development Program, Calgary, AB, Career Development Program, 01/31/25
• Lethbridge College & Blood Tribe Social Development, Front Line Cook Program
• First Aid & CPR, WHMIS Training, Food Safety Certification

• Creative Bead Business Owner, Self-Employed, Calgary, AB, 01/01/21, Current, Creating, producing and marketing Indigenous inspired jewelry, Selling product through an online store, Networking within Indigenous community to generate sales, Applying a wholistic approach to creating authentic artwork representing connection to the Indigenous lifestyle
• Cook / Dietary Aide, Blood Tribe Department of Health, Standoff, AB, 04/01/23, 12/31/23, Engaged 30 elders to assess food and dietary requirements, needs and preferences and created dietary plans based on this information, Prepared meals accordingly to these plans, adhering to all food safety and store compliance protocols, Operated in the kitchen with a vision of all tasks that needed to be completed, Managed details of operational execution, Prepared nutritional meals for 30-50 individuals at detox centre
• Administrative Assistant / Receptionist, Blood Tribe Department of Health, Standoff, AB, 07/01/21, 10/31/21, Operated the switchboard, managed communications, and scheduled client appointments for a team of 8 counsellors, Conducted client intakes, professionally gathered client information, and created connections with workers, Compassionately and empathically assisted clients to narrate as well as capture their stories from residential school experiences
• Youth Work Experience Program, Blood Tribe Employment and Skills Training, Lavern, AB, 02/01/21, 07/31/21, Completed 8 weeks of life skills and career development training, with active participation in a class of 15 participants, Engaged in a 16-week job placement at the Blood Tribe Wellness Center
• Front Desk Associate, Waterton Lakes Lodge, Waterton, AB, 07/01/22, 08/31/22, Addressed inquiries regarding hotel services via phone, email, and in-person, Processed guest check-ins, invoicing, and handled customer complaints effectively, Offered recommendations and information to enhance guest experience, Promoted from Laundry Attendant to Front Desk Associate in one month
• Housekeeper, Waterton Lakes Lodge, Waterton, AB, 08/01/18, 10/31/18, Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of guest areas, including floors and equipment, Managed laundry services and changed linens, Provided guests with detailed information to enhance their stay

• Creating jewelry and bringing colour and beauty into the world through detailed handcrafting
• Cooking and bringing food as a gift to others
• Giving back to community by sharing meals with others
• Enjoying the outdoors and experiencing the splendour of nature
• Riding horses with my father