Expertise:
Ms. Varela's expertise is in social work.
Major Product/SVS:
Promotion of Neighborhood Safety and Reduction of Violence on the West Side
Hobbies/Sports:
Coaching Basketball, Playing Broomball and Softball
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Youth Development, University of Minnesota (1999)
Affiliations Awards:
Marketing Project Manager, Real Media Group
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was receiving coach of the year award from the Junior National Basketball Association of the Women's National Basketball Association.
Charity:
Basketball Coach, Varsity High School; Community of Peace Academy; Basketball Coach, Youth Development Programs, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities
Number Of Years In Profession:
7
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the inspiring mentors she has had throughout her life.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession when inner-city community safety became an issue in her neighborhood.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Community Building, Managing and Assisting Community Projects, Grant Writing, Delivering Crisis Intervention, Consulting, Mediating on Behalf of Different Parties, Networking
Education Certifications:
91B10 Medical Certification, Minnesota Army National Guard
Awards/Honors:
Youth Development Professional Award, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (2005); Coach of the Year Award, Junior National Basketball Association, Junior Women's National Basketball Association (2002)