Nic Lauten
Director of Community Involvement
Krochet Kids international
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Wanted to pursue a law degree because I thought it would make me successful.
Realized that I wanted to help people and learn about other cultures.
Visited other countries on short trips.
Decided to spend more time overseas.
Joined my friends' idea to start an international nonprofit.
Spent a year in Uganda.
Came back to the US and had to work lots of side jobs because we weren't making any money.
Started getting a full salary on staff at the nonprofit as we continue to grow.
Education
High School
Career
Director of Community Involvement
I plan events and coordinate people's involvement in a cause
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Non-Profit Organizations
Entrepreneurship
Learning / Being Challenged
Day to Day
In a typical day I'll spend some time doing the following: -Coordinate what events our organization will have a space at, and what we'll do there. -Plan details for events that we're hosting. -Work with others on our marketing team to craft upcoming campaigns. -Communicate with schools, churches and other organizations in ways they can learn from and support our organization.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for high school students
Get involved with a nonprofit organization you believe in! Volunteer, learn their work, help in any way possible!
Recommended Education
My career is not related to what I studied. I'd recommend this path instead:
Bachelor
Something involving people!
Something involving people!
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Myself:
"Success looks like a well paying job, nice clothes, and a nice car."
Challenges I Overcame
Financial
