SAMUEL ROBERT DULANEY
Freelance Educator
Taipei City
Summary
GM-ready operator with a track record of turning creative ideas into profitable, people-centered results. Known for rallying cross-cultural teams, smoothing out operations, and tackling new challenges with calm analysis and hands-on grit. Fluent in English and proficient in Mandarin; equally comfortable reading a P&L, coaching staff on service standards, or designing the next crowd-pulling promotion. Committed to integrity, continuous learning, and measurable growth for both people and the business.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Educator
Freelance Educator
Taipei City, Taipei City
02.2020 - Current
- Home Tutor: Provide personalized one-on-one tutoring for students from elementary to adult learners, addressing individual academic needs across various subjects.
- Cram School Teacher: Lead engaging group classes, fostering critical thinking and language development in a structured environment.
- Bilingual Teaching Workshop Facilitator: Conduct workshops for educators, focusing on transitioning to bilingual instruction and implementing effective teaching strategies.
- Business English Instructor: Deliver customized Business English classes to professionals at L&L Interiors, emphasizing practical communication skills and industry-specific vocabulary.
- Online Educator: Facilitate interactive group classes for students in Beijing and individual sessions for students in Vietnam, Australia, Taitung, and Changhua, adapting to diverse cultural and linguistic needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Project Manager
L&L Interiors
Taipei City, Taipei City
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Saved > NT$1.5 M in one procurement round by renegotiating European FF&E contracts.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Contributed to the successful tendering of a Google account for a major build project in New Taipei.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery and maintained high-quality standards.
CEO
Dusanmu International Education
Taipei City, Taipei City
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded program development and curriculum planning, fostering innovative educational solutions tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Oversaw the administration and strategic direction of the organization, ensuring growth and sustainability.
- Implemented operational improvements that enhanced efficiency and student outcomes.
- Successfully led a team to develop engaging educational programs, increasing enrollment and retention rates.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Delivered consistent growth by identifying new markets and devising targeted expansion strategies.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
General Manager
Literacy Gate Ltd.
Taipei City, Taipei City
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Directed the operations of learning center, overseeing scheduling, billing, and day-to-day administration.
- Managed and trained personnel, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
- Resolved conflicts effectively, ensuring seamless team collaboration and customer satisfaction.
- Provided high-quality teaching services while maintaining strong relationships with students and parents.
- Enhanced customer service processes, leading to improved client retention and satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Co-Founder
Dip Productions
Taipei City, Taipei City
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Private Event Planning: Bartending, Product Design (MercedesBlue Cocktail for Taiwan).
- Partnered with (Coordinator and Party Promotion Logistics) Ogilvy Taiwan; Cottingham Enterprises Brand Ambassador - Gray Goose Vodka & Jägermeister.
- Partnered with (Bar Management) LVMH - Hennessy Artistry / YSL / Yahoo Taiwan.
Entrepreneur
Self Employed
Taipei City, Taipei City
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Board of Directors (member) Red Room Taipei.
- Tutor for Hire, (Taiwanese/Japanese/Korean Education Market), Successful Brand Building.
- Built strong brand recognition and customer loyalty by delivering high-quality products and services consistently over time.
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by adapting business strategies quickly in response to changing market dynamics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communication
Ming Chuan University
Taipei City, Taiwan 04.2001 - 02.2011
Mandarin Learning Center - Intensive Mandarin language studies
Mandarin Learning Center - C.C.U.
12.2009 - 06.2010
Civil Engineering -
National Taiwan University
Taipei City, TPE 01.2009 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
USA 06.2006 - 01.2009
Skills
- Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution
- Constructive Solutions
- Organization
- Program Development
- Motivation
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Positive reinforcement
Personal Philosophy
Education is lifelong. Classrooms build the basics, but real growth comes from testing those lessons in daily life, staying curious, and adapting quickly.
Timeline
Project Manager
L&L Interiors
11.2022 - 05.2023
Freelance Educator
Freelance Educator
02.2020 - Current
CEO
Dusanmu International Education
01.2018 - 01.2021
General Manager
Literacy Gate Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2018
Co-Founder
Dip Productions
01.2011 - 01.2013
Mandarin Learning Center - Intensive Mandarin language studies
Mandarin Learning Center - C.C.U.
12.2009 - 06.2010
Civil Engineering -
National Taiwan University
01.2009 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
06.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Mass Communication
Ming Chuan University
04.2001 - 02.2011
Entrepreneur
Self Employed
01.2001 - 01.2011
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