Hans Pohai Müller
Nonprofit staff member. Creative communicator. Soccer referee.
Hans (Pohai) Müller is a nonprofit staff member, creative communicator, and soccer referee living in beautiful Traverse City, MI.
Experience
•Major Gifts Officer, Leelanau Conservancy (May 2024 - present)
•Soccer Referee, Michigan High School Athletic Association (Aug 2023 - present)
•Executive Assistant, Leelanau Foundation (May 2022- May 2024)
•Freelance Professional, numerous clients (Nov 2016 - April 2024)
•English Teacher (ESL) - (Nov 2019 - Aug 2021)
•Research Analyst & Writer, SGNL Solutions (Dec 2020 - May 2021)
•Media Manager, Aerial Photo Hawaii (Jan 2018 - May 2019)
•Filmmaker, various clients (Jan 2015 - Dec 2017)
(View LinkedIn for a full overview of my work experience)
Education
B.A. Screen Arts & Cultures, University of Michigan (2014)
Nine-month study abroad - Sevilla, Spain (2009-10)
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As an undergraduate student at the University of Michigan, I studied science, history, and film and video. Additionally, I was a student-athlete for two years with the Michigan Men's Rowing team.
Before college, I spent nine months in Sevilla, Spain through a study abroad program. This experience, which took place during my senior year of high school, transformed my worldview and laid the foundation for adulthood.
Story
Born in Wahiawa, Hawaii, I spent my early childhood in Tennessee and formative years in Northern Michigan. Although a born-and-bred American, I identify closely with my Swiss heritage and history. (My father emigrated to the US from Switzerland in the 1980s.)
After studying abroad in 2009, I resided in Spain a decade later for just over two years. These immersive living experiences in Spain led to a deep understanding of Spanish and European cultures, and I consider España a second home.
Interests & Hobbies
•Living a healthy, active, and balanced lifestyle.
•Playing, watching, studying, and refereeing soccer (footy).
•Spending time outside and in nature.
•Reading plenty, writing on occasion, and keeping up with the world.
•Learning languages and staying up-to-date with technology.
•Good movies, quality conversations, and new experiences.
•Gourmet cooking that isn't overly labor-intensive...
...and so much more!
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