Aila Narimani
San Francisco, CA +1 (647) 327-1685 ailanarimani82@gmail.com
English & Farsi (native), French (professional)
Audience & Content
Content Creator — Independent (Instagram)
2017 – 2021
- Built an audience from 0 to 200,000+ followers in four years through psychology-based quizzes, interactive story series, and book and film content
- Tested topics and formats against audience response, using sharing and participation patterns to refine content and grow reach organically
- Monetized the platform through brand collaborations and sponsored giveaways with independent businesses, managing each partnership from outreach and concept development through campaign delivery
Community & Events Experience
Marketing & Data Analyst — Chemline Plastics
2023 – 2026
- Represented Chemline at three industry trade shows, introducing product capabilities to prospective customers and converting in-person conversations into qualified leads for continued outreach
- Built and maintained detailed Salesforce profiles covering customer interests, preferred communication methods, and outreach history, creating an organized foundation for personalized follow-up
- Produced reports and trend analyses that improved the visibility and accuracy of customer data across the sales and marketing process
- Translated recurring customer questions into catalogue improvements, updating product descriptions and coordinating changes with the social media team
Head of Communications — Ontario Mock Trial Association
2023 – 2024
- Produced 6–8 competitions and networking events, each connecting approximately 50 students with 12–20 judges, lawyers, and other legal professionals
- Created sponsorship packages and secured 2–3 sponsors per event through targeted outreach to approximately 50 organizations, helping fund and expand event programming
- Led event promotion and student recruitment, maintaining strong attendance across both competitive and professional-networking programming
Event Coordinator Executive — Atlantis Dental Society
2024 – 2026
- Planned and delivered five professional-development events and 8–10 networking dinners for students pursuing dentistry, managing speakers, venues, sponsorships, attendee outreach, and day-of operations
- Co-developed a volunteer matching program that connected approximately 80% of eligible attendees with available opportunities, turning event participation into continued community involvement
Social Committee — Calumet College Council, York University
2021 – 2022
- Coordinated multiple events per week for Calumet, York’s largest college community, from Frosh Week and Frost Week through a 100+ attendee annual formal
Education & Honours
Honours BA, Psychology — York University, Toronto
2025
Murray G. Ross Award (2025) — awarded to one graduating student university-wide for scholarship and contributions to student life
Nominated, Top 30 Alumni Under 30 (2025) — nominated by faculty in senior year for what is typically achieved post-graduation
Gold Medal for Academic Excellence & Outstanding Leadership (2025) · Richard Goranson Award for Critical Thinking in Psychology (2025) · Koenig Psychology Undergraduate Award of Excellence (2024) · President’s Honour Roll ×2 · Dean’s Honour Roll ×4 · York University Undergraduate Bursary (2021, 2022)
Additional Experience
Dental Shadowing — North York dental clinic (2024 – 2026) — Guided and prepared patients for procedures; educated on preventative care
Supervisor — Royal City Soccer Club (2022) — Led daily operations, staff, and the administrative paperwork behind them; supervised large match-day events
Piano & Painting Teacher — Independent (2019 – 2026) — Tailored music and art instruction for children and adults
Published Author & Translator (2020 – 2021) — Mes Rêves Ne Sont Pas Impossibles
Retail Customer Service (2021) — Assisted customers with purchases and inquiries
Research Articles & Certificates
“Long-Time Preservation of Mushrooms Using Nanotechnology” (2018 – 2019)
“Production of Chewing Gum with Apnea to Help with Breathing Issues due to Air Pollution” (2017 – 2018)
Keynote speaker (English), 17th Congress of Science and Technology, Roshangaran Institute (2019); article presenter (2017 – 2019)
Emerging Leadership Training Certificate (2021) · Professional Development Webinar Series: Food Insecurity in Canada (2021)
Campus & Community Leadership
Chair, Student Outreach Working Group, Student Senate Caucus (2025)
Faculty of Health Student Senator, York University (2023 – 2025)
Senate Appeals Committee Student Senator (2023 – 2025)
Senate Student Handbook Writing Group (2024 – 2025)
Student Senate Caucus (2023 – 2025)
Advocacy Executive, UNICEF at York University (2022 – 2026)
Also: Peer Note Sharing Services (2022 – 2026) · Blankets for Toronto (2023 – 2026) · Operation Smile (2024 – 2026) · Model UN (2022 – 2025) · Amnesty International (2022 – 2026)