Shiva Zokaei

Shiva Zokaei has a diverse work experience in various industries. In 2022, they worked as an Editorial Intern at Los Altos Town Crier, where they edited articles, conducted interviews, and drafted articles for publication. They also founded and led Good Vibe Gang as the President, Founder, Editor-in-Chief, Director of HR, CEO, and CMO. In this role, they established the brand identity, recruited team members, and maintained a positive and inclusive corporate culture.

In 2023, Shiva worked as the Chief Marketing Officer at Shiva'sand Their Rocks, where they developed the company's website, created a social media strategy, and generated content across multiple platforms. They also served as a Brand Ambassador for Starface World, reposting corporate marketing material and creating personal content for social media. Additionally, they were an Amazon Influencer for Amazon Business, managing a personal storefront and using creative posts to promote it.

Shiva has also worked as a Software A/B Tester at PLBY Group, Inc. and as a Brand Ambassador for Ana Luisa, where they published social media posts and followed corporate guidelines for posting on social media. They have participated as a Social Media Influencer for Fresh Prints, creating engaging content and modeling clothing. Lastly, they have been a Model and Marketing Specialist for Gene Boutique New York, modeling sustainable jewelry pieces and creating marketing content on social media platforms. Most recently, they have joined Kulani Kinis as a Sun Chaser Program Ambassador, where they model swimwear, advertise the brand on social media, and conduct grassroots marketing initiatives.

Shiva Zokaei has a diverse education history that spans various fields and institutions. They began their education at Children's Covenant Center, where they obtained a preschool degree in Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching from 2004 to 2008. From 2007 to 2010, they attended Santa Rita Elementary School and Bullis Charter School, focusing on a multifaceted field of study labeled as "Hobbies."

Continuing their education, Shiva attended Bullis Charter School from 2010 to 2016 for their elementary and middle school education, with a general field of study. Subsequently, they enrolled in Los Altos High School from 2016 to 2020, earning a high school diploma in general education.

After completing high school, Shiva pursued higher education at Arizona State University - Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication from 2020 to 2024. During this time, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Mass Media and Communications.

In addition to their university education, Shiva also engaged in various certifications and courses. They obtained certifications such as the "edX Verified Certificate for Bridging Differences" from edX in June 2023, the "Foundations of Leadership Certificate" from The National Society of Leadership and Success in March 2023, and the "Parsons Streetwear Essentials Certificate" from Parsons School of Design - The New School in October 2022, among others.

Furthermore, Shiva participated in webinars and training programs, including the "Introduction to Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Statements Webinar Series" offered by Harvard University, and multiple courses related to different aspects of business through the "Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Fellows" program.

Shiva's commitment to education extended beyond traditional academic institutions. They demonstrated an interest in social impact, becoming a "Sexual Violence Prevention Leader" through their involvement at Arizona State University - Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Additionally, their achievements include receiving accolades such as being recognized as a "Best of Los Altos - Non-Profit Organization" by the Los Altos Awards Program in November 2022 and being honored as a "Honor Society Scholar" by Honor Society ® in October 2022. They also acquired the designation of a "California Scholastic Federation Scholar" from the California Scholarship Federation in August 2017.

As of the provided information, Shiva Zokaei has plans to pursue further education at Golden Gate University, where they will be pursuing an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree in Computer Science, starting in 2023. They also have intentions to pursue a minor in Applied Ethics at Arizona State University, although the specific start and end years for this program are not provided.

Overall, Shiva Zokaei has demonstrated a commitment to both academic and practical learning experiences across a wide range of fields, including mass media and communications, streetwear essentials, computer science, nonprofit financial stewardship, and applied ethics.