Morgan Chang

As a freelance contributor for a major food media outlet, I attend press events, source content, and test culinary and lifestyle products to support editorial development. Working closely with staff writers, I provide research, product evaluations, and real-world insights that inform reviews and feature stories. My role bridges the gap between industry trends, product performance, and storytelling—helping ensure content is accurate, timely, and audience-focused. This part-time role allows me to flex my skills in content scouting and hands-on product analysis while collaborating within a fast-paced media environment.

Played a key role in the early U.S. launch of LexxPluss, a Japanese autonomous mobile robot (AMR) startup, as one of the first U.S. hires leading market entry. Helped establish the brand’s presence in North America through foundational go-to-market initiatives, strategic partnerships, and direct collaboration with Japan-based product and engineering teams to align offerings with U.S. customer needs. Key Contributions: - Represented LexxPluss at Automate, where I organized and spoke at a high-visibility press conference introducing the company to the U.S. robotics market - Planned and hosted an open house for the launch of the company’s first U.S. office, engaging industry stakeholders and media - Built early partnerships with AMR integrators and logistics-focused distributors across North America - Acted as the key liaison between U.S. customers and Japan-based product and engineering teams to localize solutions and refine market fit - Helped drive early brand awareness and customer engagement through direct outreach, event presence, and industry networking

Successfully deployed Techman collaborative robots in numerous high schools and CTEs, broadening access to automation education. Implemented effective troubleshooting strategies, resulting in a significant boost in robot performance and operational efficiency. Collaborated with high school teams to design and implement customized automation solutions, aligning with specific educational goals.

Spearheading the new division of Telamon Enterprise Ventures in the field of industrial automation and collaborative robotics. Develop and maintain relationships with innovative partner companies (Techman Robots, Vention.io, OnRobot, Schunk) providing customers with advanced solutions. Carry out sales related tasks such as prospecting, generating proposals, and supporting market campaigns. Certified System Integrator for Vention.io

Private swim instructor for 20+ families with a client waitlist of 15 and counting. My clientele doubled in number from 10 to 20 after one year. I run my own swim school and swim program providing individual instruction for students of all ages (children and adults) with varying skill level. I design individualized programs to meet the participant's interests, abilities and goals, while educating participants on proper technique and promote swimmer safety. I design and conduct swim tests to measure students' progress. Insured and CPR certified.

Oversee all aspects of proposal preparation, ensuring quality, compelling bids are submitted in a timely manner. Responsible for building and maintaining long-lasting client relationships, while also serving as the main point of contact for all account matters and queries. Negotiate with potential and current clients on behalf of their company in order to secure deals. Ensure timely delivery of solutions which match the customer’s needs and meet the objectives being measured. Communicate the progress of initiatives to both internal and external stakeholders Identify sales leads, pitch energy services to new clients and maintain a good working relationship. Conduct preliminary research and develop databases to call or contact prospects to qualify and gain access for the field sales managers. Manage the research and outreach to potential clients based on departmental sales and marketing targets. Evaluate existing business processes and schedule team meetings to create and document process improvements.

Responsible for all sales activities in store. I deliver quality and consistency of service including identifying customers' needs, developing client relationships, sale, and delivering post-sale services. This includes sending personalized email campaigns and recommending relevant products. I manage sales and optimize each step of sales process ensuring all clients receive highest degree of sophistication and enjoyable service to retain loyal clients and returning customers. Top 10 Producer of the store. Nominated for Hero Award. Number 2 in department sales.

Studied two terms at the world's premier institution for Mandarin Chinese instruction. Primary focus on oral speaking and listening skills Improved Chinese fluency by learning new intensive vocabulary Signed pledge to only speak in Chinese while in program