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Solomon Quarm

Little Rock,USA

Summary

A proactive individual with a strong foundation in cartography and stakeholder engagement, honed through impactful research at the City of Little Rock. Proven ability to lead public outreach initiatives, and prepare comprehensive reports. Possesses exceptional communication and time-management skills to drive community development and urban planning projects.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Basic Training

U.S. Navy
Great Lake
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Participated in initial phase of U.S. Navy basic training, with focus on physical fitness, discipline, and teamwork
  • Gained foundational skills in military procedures, emergency response, and operational readiness
  • Trained to follow structured protocols and adapt quickly in fast-changing, high-stakes environments

Graduate Student Researcher

City of Little Rock, Department of Public Works
Little Rock, USA
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Conducting literature reviews and best practices research on pedestrian planning and design.
  • Collecting and analyzing data on pedestrian infrastructure, safety, accessibility, and demand.
  • Preparing reports, presentations, and recommendations for the city and stakeholders.
  • Participating in public outreach and engagement activities to solicit feedback and input from the community.

Graduate Student Researcher

City of Little Rock, Department of Community Programs
Little Rock, USA
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Identify Stakeholders that are into children and youth development.
  • Research places in Little Rock where families and youth can access.
  • Conducting interviews with stakeholders to find the best approach for youth development.

Graduate Student Researcher

Downtown Little Rock Partnership
Little Rock, USA
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Collaborate with the organization to conduct a blight survey.
  • Research best practices on revitalization of downtown areas.
  • Conducting interviews with stakeholders to find the best approach for reducing blight.

University Teaching Assistant

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Trondheim, Norway
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisted professors and/or lecturers at the department of Urban Ecological Planning in the preparation of lectures and exams.
  • Conducted seminars, discussion groups and laboratory sessions to supplement lectures.
  • Graded examinations, term papers and led review and feedback sessions for students.
  • Organized reference materials, visual aids and other materials as required by professors.

Cartographer

Ghana Statistical Service
Accra, Ghana
08.2015 - 07.2017
  • Assisted the cartographic section during fieldwork and served as a map reader and interpreter.
  • Used GIS for the digitization of area maps.
  • Generated maps and related graphs and charts using digital mapping techniques, computer-assisted design and traditional drafting methods and computer or traditional scribing tools.
  • Work with external organizations on data transfer and systems compatibility issues.
  • Assisted in the creation of Census Atlas during census collection.

Education

Master of Public Service -

University of Arkansas
Little Rock, United States
05.2024

Master of Science (MSC) - Urban Ecological Planning

Norwegian University of science and Technology (NTNU)
Trondheim, Norway
05.2020

Skills

  • Cartography
  • Emergency response
  • Time management
  • Public outreach
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Communication
  • Team leadership
  • Report preparation
  • Supervisory skills
  • Active listening
  • Leadership qualities
  • Organizational participation
  • GIS mapping

Leadership Experience

  • President, 01/18, 08/19, Ghana Students Association of Norway, Trondheim, Norway, Oversaw the complete operation of the association
  • Acting President, 08/19, 02/20, International Student Union in Trondheim, Trondheim, Norway, Performing ceremonial duties in place of the President

Timeline

Basic Training

U.S. Navy
03.2025 - 06.2025

Graduate Student Researcher

City of Little Rock, Department of Public Works
09.2023 - 04.2024

Graduate Student Researcher

City of Little Rock, Department of Community Programs
05.2023 - 07.2023

Graduate Student Researcher

Downtown Little Rock Partnership
09.2022 - 05.2023

University Teaching Assistant

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
01.2019 - 08.2019

Cartographer

Ghana Statistical Service
08.2015 - 07.2017

Master of Public Service -

University of Arkansas

Master of Science (MSC) - Urban Ecological Planning

Norwegian University of science and Technology (NTNU)

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