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Karina Churku
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Los Angeles/Miami​
(open to relocation, planning to move to Lisbon)

Experience

Event Project Manager & Coordinator | Self-Employed
Los Angeles | August 2023 – February 2025
●​ Planned and executed diverse events, delivering tailored solutions and
ensuring client satisfaction
●​ Led cross-functional teams, ensuring 100% on-time delivery and
achieving timely and high-quality outcomes.
●​ Recruited, trained, and led event teams, fostering collaboration and
accountability for flawless event execution.
●​ Implemented Notion for task management, boosting team productivity
and reducing missed deadlines.
●​ Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, manage
budgets, and align expectations.
●​ Proactively identified and mitigated risks, ensuring smooth operations.
●​ Facilitated regular team meetings, driving alignment on goals,
addressing blockers, and maintaining project momentum.

Business Assistant | Kitrum and Whales Ventures
Remote | September 2022 – August 2023
●​ Structured and organized data in Notion, ensuring accuracy and easy
accessibility.
●​ Recruited, trained, and managed a high-performing assistance and
research team.
●​ Oversaw team operations, streamlining workflow and enhancing
productivity.
●​ Managed logistics for personal and business-related activities,
including complex travel arrangements.
●​ Enabled the owner to focus on key business priorities by efficiently
handling operational and administrative responsibilities
Freelance Project Manager & Team Lead
Remote | February 2022 – September 2022
●​ Assembled and led a high-performing team, providing clear direction
and fostering a collaborative work environment.
●​ Managed end-to-end project lifecycle, delivering on-time, on-budget
solutions.
●​ Led client negotiations, defining project scope, deliverables, and
aligning expectations.
●​ Oversaw website development, chatbot implementation, email
marketing strategies, and seamless payment integration.
●​ Ensured flawless technical execution, delivering smooth and timely
product launches.

Real Estate Agent | The Capital
Kyiv | April 2021 – February 2022

●​ Built and maintained strong client relationships, providing exceptional
service and personalized support throughout every transaction.
●​ Coordinated property showings and open houses, showcasing listings
to attract potential buyers and tenants.
●​ Prepared and presented market reports, offering clients valuable
insights for informed decision-making.
●​ Collaborated with stakeholders, including mortgage brokers,
inspectors, and legal teams, to streamline the closing process.

Skills & Qualifications
-​ Project Management: Full-cycle project execution, risk assessment,
and deadline optimization
-​ Methodologies: Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, and hybrid
approaches
-​ Communication & Leadership: Stakeholder engagement, conflict
resolution, and team motivation
-​ Tools & Technologies: Notion, Trello, Asana, Zoho, Google Workspace,
Slack, ChatGPT prompt engineering, and more
-​ Languages: Ukrainian (native), Russian (native), English (advanced),
Turkish (proficient)
-​ Key Strengths: Strategic planning, problem-solving, adaptability,
multitasking, and process improvement
-​ Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration - State University of
Trade and Economics, Kyiv