Timothy Bonang

Founder of Light Up the Night | Delegate @ UNISMUN | IB Diploma Candidate & Junior @ UNIS Hanoi | Multi Sport Varsity Athlete | Economics and Design Enthusiast

Hanoi Capital Region

About

Experience

  • Palettable Studio at Palettable Studio
    Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

    As an HR Specialist at Palettable Studio, I manage the internal operations and talent management for a student-led design collective. My role focuses on optimizing team performance by bridging the gap between creative production and organizational health. I oversee the entire member lifecycle, from strategic recruitment and interviewing to internal communications and performance recognition, ensuring our team of designers and department heads remains aligned with our mission to provide high-quality visual branding for youth-led organizations.

  • United Nations International School of Hanoi (UNIS Hanoi) (Hanoi Capital Region · On-site)
    • Varsity Badminton Team
      Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

      As a member of the varsity badminton team, I compete in a high-velocity environment that demands exceptional cardiovascular endurance, explosive lateral movement, and split-second decision-making. Being part of this program means mastering the technical nuances of racket control, from high-clear precision to aggressive smash execution, while maintaining the mental focus required to navigate rapid-fire rallies. Beyond the physical rigors, it represents a commitment to tactical agility; I have developed the ability to analyze an opponent’s footwork and court positioning in real-time to exploit defensive gaps. This experience has cultivated a high level of individual accountability and a "ready-state" mindset, ensuring that I remain disciplined and adaptable under the intense pressure of competitive tournament play.

    • Varsity Tennis Team
      Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

      As a member of the varsity tennis team, I compete at a high level that demands a rare fusion of physical explosiveness, technical precision, and intense mental resilience. Being part of this program means embracing total individual accountability; in a sport with no substitutions or timeouts, I have developed the ability to solve complex problems under pressure and remain composed during high-stakes matches. Beyond the individual court, it represents a commitment to a collective goal, where my personal discipline and strategic adaptability directly contribute to the team’s overall success. This experience has instilled in me a "performance mindset," the drive to consistently refine my skills through data-driven practice while maintaining the sportsmanship and leadership expected of a top-tier student-athlete.

    • Varsity Golf
      Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

      As a member of the varsity golf team, I compete in an environment that demands extreme mental discipline, technical precision, and strategic patience. Being part of this program means mastering the "mental game" the ability to maintain composure and focus over several hours and 18 holes of play, where a single lapse in concentration can impact the entire team score. I have developed a high level of technical proficiency in swing mechanics and short-game execution, while simultaneously honing the analytical skills required for course management. This experience has instilled a deep sense of individual accountability and integrity, as golf is a self-officiated sport that requires absolute honesty and the resilience to recover from setbacks one shot at a time.

  • Model United Nations (Hanoi Capital Region)
    • United Nations International School MUN
      Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

      I am an experienced Model United Nations delegate with a strong track record of navigating complex geopolitical simulations and international policy debates. By rigorously researching diverse national interests and drafting comprehensive resolutions on pressing global issues, I have developed advanced skills in strategic negotiation, formal parliamentary procedure, and persuasive public speaking. I thrive in high-pressure environments that require synthesizing competing viewpoints into actionable solutions, consistently collaborating with international blocs to achieve diplomatic consensus and drive meaningful committee outcomes.

    • Delegate of Australia for UNISMUN March 2026 Conference
      Nov 2025 - Mar 2026 · 5 mos

      Represented Australia as a primary Dialogue Partner in an ASEAN-focused committee at the March 2026 UNISMUN conference. I navigated complex regional dynamics, focusing on maritime security in the Indo-Pacific, multilateral trade agreements, and regional climate resilience. This role required high-level strategic agility, as I worked to bridge the gap between ASEAN’s principle of non-interference and Australia’s commitment to international security frameworks and human rights. I spearheaded the drafting of collaborative resolutions that prioritized regional stability and economic cooperation, demonstrating the ability to lead middle-power diplomacy and build consensus among a diverse group of Southeast Asian nations

    • Delegate of China for BEIMUN 2026 XXXIII Conference
      Nov 2025 - Jan 2026 · 3 mos

      Traveled to Beijing to represent the People's Republic of China in the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) at the XXXIII BEIMUN conference. In this premier international forum, I navigated high-level debates on global economic resilience, structural inequalities, and sustainable development financing. Representing a major global economy, I spearheaded negotiations to align international resolutions with national strategic interests, focusing on infrastructure development and South-South cooperation. This role required balancing assertive diplomacy with multilateral consensus-building, as I led a diverse bloc of delegates to draft and pass resolutions that addressed complex geopolitical and socio-economic challenges. The experience significantly refined my cross-cultural communication, strategic financial analysis, and ability to advocate for large-scale policy frameworks in an intensive, professional environment

  • Founded Non Profit Organization Light Up the Night at Light up the Night
    Nov 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 9 mos

    As the Founder of 'Light Up the Night,' I spearheaded a comprehensive fundraising strategy that successfully secured over $10,000 USD across the span of 3 years to scale our operations. This involved pitching our mission to diverse stakeholders, managing donor relations, and overseeing the allocation of funds toward the technical construction of solar-powered lighting systems. Beyond the initial drive, I was responsible for the group's financial transparency and budgeting, ensuring that every dollar contributed directly to the manufacturing and installation of over 200 solar-powered streetlights for the Hoa Binh community. This experience allowed me to bridge the gap between high-level resource mobilization and ground-level project execution.

  • Participant in Wharton Global High School Investment Competition (2025-2026) at The Wharton School
    Sep 2025 - Jan 2026 · 5 mos

    Participated in the 2025-2026 Wharton Global High School Investment Competition, a rigorous international simulation focused on portfolio management and strategic financial analysis. Working within a team, I contributed to the development of a comprehensive investment strategy for a designated client, analyzing market trends, company fundamentals, and macroeconomic indicators. I utilized professional financial tools to evaluate risk-reward ratios and managed a $100,000 virtual portfolio, ensuring our sector allocations aligned with the client’s long-term financial goals and ethical constraints. This experience significantly enhanced my understanding of equity markets, asset diversification, and the practical application of macroeconomic theory in a high-stakes competitive environment