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Pri Chavez Lara

Operations and strategy professional

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New Haven, CTMember since July 21, 2026
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Operations and strategy professional with demonstrated ability to solve complex organizational problems through data analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.

Proven track record driving measurable impact: grew revenue pipeline from zero to $3M+, synthesized $16M in grant data to streamline nonprofit reporting, and influenced policy affecting 24,000+ students. Strong analytical mindset combined with multilingual capabilities and comfort operating across diverse stakeholder environments. Seeking entry-level consulting role to apply problem-solving skills to client challenges at scale.

Experience

S.T.E.M. Teacher – Engineering Curriculum & Systems Thinking (Transitional Role) - Wexler-Grant Community School - CT

(2025-01)

  • Designed and deliver engineering and systems-thinking curricula to 200+ students ages 4-11
  • Analyze student performance data to iterate on pedagogical approaches, improving concept mastery and engagement
  • Apply problem-solving and creative efficiency principles to classroom operations and resource management

Post-Graduate Associate – Policy & Organizational Strategy - Yale University - New Haven, CT

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

  • Diagnosed inefficiencies in campus-wide student support systems affecting 24,000+ students through data analysis and stakeholder interviews
  • Developed strategic implementation framework addressing key operational gaps in institutional policy; presented recommendations to senior leadership
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams across 8+ departments to design solutions balancing competing organizational priorities
  • Synthesized complex policy requirements into actionable roadmaps for implementation, improving clarity and execution speed

Realtor – Market Analysis & Revenue Development - Sotheby's International Realty & California Estates Realty - CA

(2020-01 - 2024-12)

  • Conducted competitive market analysis across 50+ comparable properties to identify pricing opportunities and market gaps
  • Designed and executed targeted client acquisition campaign using data-driven segmentation; converted 6,000+ high-potential leads into pipeline management system
  • Generated $3M+ in closed sales by developing differentiated value proposition based on neighborhood demographics and buyer behavior analysis
  • Optimized sales process through CRM implementation and tracking metrics, improving lead conversion rate from baseline
  • Managed complex negotiations involving multiple stakeholders (buyers, sellers, agents, lenders) to close transactions

Director, Women's Center at Yale Divinity School - Yale University - New Haven, CT

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

  • Redesigned center operations and resource allocation through needs assessment and budget analysis
  • Secured annual funding by developing compelling grant proposals and presenting to institutional decision-makers
  • Expanded programming of events annually increasing student engagement and center utilization
  • Led cross-functional team of staff and student leaders; built systems to track program outcomes and participant feedback
  • Developed inclusion framework addressing key gaps in campus accessibility and gender equity initiatives

Committee Chair, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - United Nations Association of San Diego - CA

(2019-01 - 2022-12)

  • Diagnosed organizational barriers to inclusive decision-making through stakeholder feedback and organizational assessment
  • Built digital infrastructure (website with measurement dashboard) to centralize DEI metrics and track progress across initiatives
  • Designed data collection methodology to measure effectiveness of inclusion programming across initiatives
  • Presented quarterly reports to board leadership on DEI outcomes, influencing organizational resource allocation

Grant Data Analysis & Process Optimization Project - Clifford Beers Connecticut, 501(c)(3) - New Haven, CT

(2020-03 - 2020-05)

  • Synthesized $16M in state grant data across funding streams, identifying patterns and compliance requirements
  • Designed streamlined reporting process that reduced administrative burden and improved audit readiness
  • Created data dashboard enabling executive leadership to track funding utilization and forecast budget needs in real time

Community Engagement – Lectures & Program Development - Yale School of Medicine, Connecticut Mental Health Center, Hispanic Clinic

(2019-09 - 2019-12)

  • Delivered educational programming (lecture series for domestic abuse survivors and HIV/AIDS recovery clinic participants) to vulnerable populations
  • Applied interdisciplinary approach (music, health, social services) to create psychologically supportive environments

Education

Master of Arts - Religion - Yale University (2018-01 - 2020-12)

Master of Arts - Teaching - Longy School of Music of Bard College (2013-01 - 2014-12)

Bachelor of Arts - Music - University of California, Riverside (2009-01 - 2012-12)

Associate of Science - Real Estate - Mt.

San Jacinto

College (2006-01 - 2009-12)

Skills

Operations and strategy professional

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