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professional experience Ben & Jerry’s Homemade, South Burlington, VT January 2015 – Present

Sustainable Innovation Consultant Strategizing how to improve the environmental impact of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream production, and working to then deliver these new efforts via a marketing campaign that will raise brand awareness, and ultimately push Ben & Jerry’s to the forefront of their industry.

Sustain Condoms, Burlington, VT May 2014 – August 2014 Launch Campaign Consultant Coordinated launch events that embodied the Sustain brand, and brought together media, retailers, and ambassadors in target market regions: New York City, Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. Cultivated brand partnerships & national college campus activism strategies to get Sustain over 1MM new impressions with Reverb, SXSW, Bedsider & Teens Turning Green.

Pale Morning Media, Waitsfield, VT October 2013 – April 2014

Account Manager Public Relations for the outdoor world: assisted outdoor companies by increasing the quality & quantity of their brand (clients included: Woolrich, Sea Bags, Kokatat, SOG, Deuter USA, High Sierra, TICLA, Westcomb, Dale of Norway). Managed accounts for Deuter USA and Vermont Smoke and Cure, helping each develop their social media presence, enhance their blog content and presence, and ultimately boost their online following and brand visibility.

1% for the Planet, Berkeley, CA August 2012 – April 2013

West Coast Wrangler Developed a California network business plan & refined 1%’s California acquisition pipeline. Facilitated & hosted eight 1% community gatherings bringing together over 200 members and partners to strengthen local community networks. Managed 1%’s High Impact Partnerships: Patagonia’s Vote the Environment campaign, and Proposition 37: a CA ballot initiative to label foods containing genetically modified ingredients.

1% for the Planet, Waitsfield, VT October 2009 – August 2012

Membership Wrangler Associate (2009-2010), manager (2010-2011), and ultimately director of Member Experience team (2011-2012). Expanded team from one to four people, enhanced 1%’s working capacity by strengthening the team, clarifying the mission, enhancing communication internally and externally, and improving systematic tracking of member donations from 1400 member companies (annually about $22M). Regular contributor to the 1% blog, created communication materials for the 1% network, and represented the organization at events including: Kokua Festival, Outdoor Retailer, Patagonia Tools for Grassroots Activists, VBSR, ExpoWest.

Seventh Generation, Burlington, VT May 2006 – January 2009

CSR Intern Supported CEO/President and Director of Corporate Consciousness with research relative to CSR. Team member of product development, assisting to ensure the company integrated corporate social responsibility from the inside out. Represented Seventh Generation at conferences including BSR, BALLE, CERES, and educated internal employees about corporate sustainability targets. Ghost writer for Seventh Generation blog, responding to consumer questions and concerns.

Roberts Environmental Center, Claremont, CA August 2006 – May 2009 Research Analyst Assessed (based on PSI sector analysis) and prepared communications regarding sustainability of hundreds of companies. Contributed to published book, “Clean, Green, and Read All Over.”

additional experience Sunski, San Francisco, CA January 2013 – Present

Lifestyle Ambassador Inspiring ordinary people to do extraordinary things: http://www.sunskis.com/blog/category/pct Little Bellas, Williston, VT June 2012 – September 2014

Mentor Mentor for young girls on mountain bikes: building confidence, cultivating friendships, empowering women.

Pacific Crest Trail, Mexico to Canada May 2013 – September 2013 Thru-Hiker Organized and executed a daily calendar for a 2,663 mile thru-hike from Mexico to Canada. Collaborated with values-aligned businesses (Dr. Bronner’s, Purely Elizabeth, Alter Eco, Patagonia, PROBAR & Lundberg Farms) to offer them support via social media promotion, as they supported us with their products. Kept an up-to-date trail blog with 100+ followers: www.pctbolo.wordpress.com.

education University of Vermont, Burlington, VT August 2015

MBA Candidate, Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA

Scripps College, Claremont, CA May 2009 BA, Environmental Analysis Scripps Institute for Sustainable Living | CMS Track & Field 2006-2009 | CMS Cross Country Running 2005-2008

activities & interests running | journaling | skiing | cycling | picking berries | photography | arts & crafts | sailing | climbing trees | collecting pine cones

DAVID PESCADOR ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------

Burlington, Vermont | [email protected] | Mobile phone: 802-829 0197 | Linkedin: David Pescador

Education

UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT, Vermont, United States Master of Business Administration, August 2015 Concentration in Sustainable Entrepreneurship UVM Tuition Scholarship

UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES, Bogotá, Colombia

Industrial Engineering, 2011

Major in Economics - Concentration in finance

• Bloomberg certification: Fixed income, equities, currencies (FX) and Commodities, 2010.

Relevant courses: Investment Valuation, Venture Finance, Corporative Finance, Family Business, Econometrics, Macroeconomics 3, Ecological Economy, Renewable energy, BoP markets, Negotiation.

Experience

New Ventures Colombia – World Resources Institute, Bogotá D.C 12/2012-08/2014

Investment Consultant

• Coordinated the New Ventures Colombia portfolio compound by early stage high growth sme´s

in sectors like recycling, carbon offsetting, sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, and biofuels.

• Performed fundamental analysis, financial modeling, forecasted future earnings and cash flows.

• Supported deal structures, due diligence process, and deal execution.

• Structured the investment project of 20 enterprises to present to global impact investors.

• Created relevant partnerships to fill the lack of legal support to the enterprises at the deal execution.

• Capital raised for 3 mm USD in a year to boost the operation of 4 different enterprises.

• Organized and lead the annual New Ventures Colombia Seminar and Investment Roundtable with

about 300 attendees and 15 Impact Investment Funds around the World.

B Corps Colombia, Bogotá D.C 09/2012-12/2012

Consultant

• Participated in a project on Rural Development to explore a system to promote productive linkages

and reduce rural poverty in Colombia and the Southern Cone.

• Identified 10 rural Colombian enterprises and analyzed their social/environmental impact in their

areas of influence for a case study.

CEC - Universidad de os Andes, Bogotá D.C 06/2011-11/2012

Junior Consultant

• Mapped and analyzed the Bogotá Entrepreneurship Ecosystem (players in the industry).

• Structured and validated the pilot model to articulate and give support to the different stakeholders

in the Bogotá Entrepreneurship Ecosystem and, latterly, massive implementation in Bogotá.

Cohen & Co, Bogotá D.C 03/2010 - 08/2010

Financial Analyst

• Participated on spreadsheet model to interchange fee´s (REMI) in each business, for

credit and debit cards in both franchise Visa and Master card; fees auctioned in the BVC.

• Created value for the bank, increasing profits (business units) in credit cards around 3.5 mm USD

(22%), and debit cards around 2.5 mm USD (14%).

Other

• Fluent in Spanish and English.

• Member of the Board of Directors of Entrepreneurship Group, Uniandinos (Alumni Association).

• As a sportsman (judoka) have achieved many accomplishments: Departmental Champion, National

Champion; Have been part of Bogota, and Colombia (junior) selection,1995 - 2007.

• Volunteer social work United Way Chittenden County – Working bridges program

https://www.linkedin.com/pub/david-pescador/a8/a56/93

Kianna Bromley Waterbury, VT | (860) 424-7711 | [email protected]

Professional Experience Enterprise for a Sustainable World, Ann Arbor, Michigan Summer 2015 Assistant Conference Coordinator – Base of the Pyramid Global Network Summit, UVM Davis Center July 2015

• Organized volunteers: managed schedules and communications, assigned roles and duties, and adhered to strict timelines • Acted as a liaison between conference organizers, UVM School of Business staff, and graduate volunteers

Ben& Jerry’s Homemade, South Burlington, Vermont January 2015 – Present Sustainable Innovations Consultant

• As the capstone project of my M.B.A. program, I have been working as a consultant for Ben & Jerry’s to develop cross-departmental strategies to reduce negative environmental and social impacts of their dairy supply chain. The project outcome will be a business case and marketing strategy that challenges their current business model.

Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington, Vermont Dec 2013 – July 2014 Student Matinee Series Manager

• Managed 800+ teacher, school and individual client accounts using CRM software • Created unique direct marketing campaigns supported by relevant CRM data pulls and reports • Executed direct marketing campaigns using email, social media, and direct mail marketing tactics • Coordinated logistics and set strict project management timelines for each Student Matinee performance • Strategized optimal seasonal brochure layout and design alongside the marketing team • Maintained close relationships with Lead Teacher Network of 150 teachers across Vermont

Bellows Free Academy, St. Albans, Vermont Dec 2011 – Dec 2013 Co-Chair of the World Language and Classics Department

• Initiated and established systems to respectfully and consistently approach conflict resolution and feedback • Designed department website and created portal for our faculty page • Planned and facilitated weekly department meetings for staff members • Taught colleagues social media strategies for effective communication with students and parents • Regulated department budget of $30,000+, tracked spending and proposed budget for FY15

Drama Club Advisor, Director & Drama Teacher • Directed and produced school theatrical productions including multiple musical and festival productions • Imagined and implemented marketing strategy for productions, focusing on social media and local community channels • Increased revenue and maximized profits through a redesign of the ticketing process and increased marketing efforts

resulting in 300% budget growth and sold out performances • Grew number of students from 15 to 75+ by empowering student leaders and engaging students in the entire process • Maintained Drama Department Budget and Activities Account Budget

Spanish Teacher - Spanish I, II & III • Cultivated a positive work environment and culture by building relationships and communicating effectively • Built and maintained class website, social media accounts, and blog • Organized student panel which analyzed the effectiveness of social media platforms as communication and learning tools

Education Masters of Business Administration in Sustainable Entrepreneurship Expected August 2015

University of Vermont, Burlington, VT

Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education in Spanish December 2011 University of Vermont, Burlington, VT

UVM Trek Leader 2009-2011

Foreign Studies: Spanish Language & Culture Fall 2010 Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain

Extras Strengths: Communication, Creative Problem-Solving, Strategy, Team-building, Relationship Management, and Writing Memberships: Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility & Lyric Theatre Company Interests: musical theater, speaking Spanish during my travels to Latin America, telemark skiing, & riding the subway/metro

LINDSEY WAITE Colchester, VT 05446 | [email protected] | 802.497.2463 EDUCATION_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ The University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, June 2014-August 2015

• Master’s of Business Administration Sustainable Entrepreneurship • Studied the integration of sustainable strategies into traditional business models, including finance, marketing, management,

accounting, corporation social responsibility, organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, business law, and supply chain management

The University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY, August 2010-May 2012 • Master’s of Science in Natural Science • Defended master’s thesis analyzing the effects of climate change in alpine ecosystems • Science and Math Teaching Nunn Family Award and Haub School Plummer Excellence Award

Teton Science Schools’ Graduate Program, Jackson Hole, WY, August 2009-August 2010

• Certificate of Professional Residency in Environmental Science • Instructed over 500+ hours in environmental science and ecology courses • Designed and facilitated a month-long college level course on alpine ecology and sustainability

University of Denver, Denver, CO, September 2004-August 2009

• Bachelor’s of Science in Ecology and Biodiversity, Minors in Environmental Science and Geography • Completed an honors thesis on economic incentives for habitat and wildlife conservation in Kenya • Conducted field research in Thailand, Baja Mexico, Guatemala, and Africa (School for Field Studies)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________________________________________ Burton Snowboards, Burlington, VT, January 2015-Present Sustainability Analyst

• Assess the feasibility of a used product marketplace for Burton Hardgoods and create a business plan as part of MBA Practicum • Leverage a circular business model to increase profit and market share while simultaneously achieving sustainability priorities • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive project outcomes and establish key business contracts with external partners • Provide consultation to the Burton executive team audience and offer strategic recommendations to establish proof of concept • Oversee complete project management and perform research, review, and analysis on product end of life strategies

Department of Homeland Security, USCIS, South Burlington, VT, January 2014-June 2014 Human Resources Specialist

• 1 of 5 out of 350 applicants to progress through the new Training Program for HR Management Supervisors • Performed full range of recruitment, screening, and placement activities for the Office of Transformation (OTC) in Washington D.C. • Created 30 new Chief of Staff positions for the D.C. office and placed 40 new hires into leadership roles within the government • Advised the OTC on strategic planning to further develop employee retention, positive relationships, and engagement • Interpreted and explained human resource policies, agency regulations, and compliance procedures

Relocated from Jackson Hole, WY to Burlington, VT Worked with Westaff Staffing Agency to secure a temporary position St. Michael’s College, Colchester, VT, October 2013-January 2014 Admissions Assistant

• Collaborated with the Director of Admissions and administrative team to manage the college application process • Communicated with prospective high school students and parents to schedule campus tours, information sessions, and interviews • Monitored all student inquiries and corresponding categorical information to ensure client service satisfaction was met • Proficiency with Datatel and ImageNow database management software

Teton Science Schools, Jackson Hole, WY, May 2012-August 2013 Field Science Program Coordinator and Admissions Assistant

• Assisted the Head of School and Director of Admissions to increase admissions to the highest enrollment in 12 years • Closed the academic year by securing over $400,000 in tuition in a 3 month time period • Screened high performing students and crafted specific learning plans to accelerate collegiate academic potential • Managed a team of 20 interns and oversaw cross-functional meetings to ensure that team objectives and benchmarks were met • Guided and advised 7 interns in successfully securing full-time employment after completion of internship • Evaluated instructor performance, leadership, and development through a series of observations and video analysis • Helped manage grant proposals, budget and expense reports, employee payroll and benefits, and corresponded with finance team

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE_______________________________________________________________________________________ Certifications: National Outdoor Leadership School Instructor, Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician, and Avalanche II Volunteerism: Vermont Adaptive Skiing, Chittenden County Food Shelf, and AmeriCorps

BRODIE O’BRIEN

www.linkedin.com/in/brodieobrien EDUCATION

University of Vermont School of Business Administration, Burlington, VT • Sustainable Entrepreneurship Master of Business Administration | August 2015 Expected • Relevant coursework in marketing, finance, accounting, triple bottom line measurement, business sustainability and

public policy, regulatory issues, sustainable operations and supply chain, systems thinking, strategy, entrepreneurship. • Ranked first in class for academics and for investment in peer’s learning. • Member, Beta Gamma Sigma.

Bates College, Lewiston, ME

• Bachelor of Arts, U.S. History | 2009 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Casella Resource Solutions, Rutland, VT Casella is a publicly traded company that provides resource management expertise and services to industrial, institutional, commercial, and municipal customers in 40 states.

• Business Analyst | January 2015 - Present Crafting market study and business plan as part of MBA Practicum. Developing strategy to enable Casella’s Industrial Solutions group to leverage hard assets and knowledge capital in a single service offering that improves profitability and environmental outcomes while growing market share.

1% for the Planet, Waitsfield, VT A global network of businesses donating 1% of annual revenue to environmental causes.

• Marketing Manager | June 2013 - July 2014 Developed and implemented co-marketing plans for clients including Fortune-500 brands. Oversaw team responsible for social media, web, and newsletter content development and deployment. Managed media partner program generating 350 million annual impressions and $1M ad value. Helped facilitate organizational rebrand. Administered design and deployment of new web platform servicing 4500+ partner organizations.

• Director of Community Development | January 2012 - June 2013 Oversaw new client acquisition and customer service strategy while supervising organization’s largest teams and 50%+ of $2.3M annual budget. Crafted and implemented strategic philanthropy/CSR plans for clients worldwide. Oversaw rollout of new membership model and simultaneously bolstered acquisition and retention metrics. Facilitated more than $25M in corporate donations to environmental causes.

• Community Development Associate | April 2011 - January 2012 Tailored business/nonprofit partnerships and monitored progress toward annual giving targets. Assisted budgeting and administrative processes. Supported cross-functional teams. Identified potential risks and growth opportunities among existing accounts and developed novel approach to core functions of program area.

Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance, Jackson, WY A nonprofit organization that protects wildlife, recreational resources and natural capital through land use planning and citizen involvement.

• Outreach and Development Associate | December 2009 - March 2011 Collaborated with government and nonprofit stakeholders on projects including revision of Jackson’s Comprehensive Plan and monitoring population growth in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce. Managed fundraising outreach to businesses and residents. Oversaw the organization’s most profitable annual gala to date. Began as a volunteer and promoted to full-time paid position.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Consultant, Vermont Works for Women, Winooski, VT | August 2014 - Present • Volunteer developing a business plan supporting expansion of Rosie’s Girls, a summer day camp that helps build

strong, confident girls through exploration of the skilled trades, outside current five-state footprint. CERTIFICATIONS

WMA Wilderness First Responder, Swift Water Rescuer, AIARE Avalanche I, Professional Ski Instructor of America I

Objective Leverage my skills and experience as a business founder/owner and technical professional to engage in new challenges in leadership and teamwork that achieve mission-driven goals in the national and international marketplace.

Experience Practicum | Cranemere Group, Limited New York, NY 2015 Myself and another student are working with Cranemere to identify potential acquisitions in

the energy demand management industry. We are developing baseline technical and marketplace research to identify opportunities for permanent, sustainable investment.

Merger | Trudell Consulting Engineers Williston, VT 2011-13

I negotiated and executed the merger of ESI and TCE. As Vice President/Senior Engineer at TCE I provided senior level management and technical leadership; orchestrated the integration of ESI and TCE staff and managed the migration of client and project management to ensure continuity and performance excellence.

Engineering Startup | Engineered Solutions, Inc. Winooski, VT 2001-11

As President and Senior Engineer I founded and grew ESI to a 6-person firm providing civil engineering design and planning for residential, commercial, government and resort development projects. Jay Peak Resort was a cornerstone client.

Growth Firm | Griffin International Williston, VT 1999-2001

As a Senior Engineer I worked to expand the Civil Engineering group. We quickly won work in sidewalk design, stormwater design, site-design permitting and bridge design.

Established Firm | Civil Engineering Associates Shelburne, VT: 1996-99

As a Staff Engineer I performed structural engineering, site, stormwater, wastewater and infrastructure design and began to manage projects and interact with clients and regulators.

Government Service | VT Agency of Transportation Montpelier, VT 1994-96 As a Scoping Engineer I worked with a team to develop and implement the Project Scoping Process outlining a new, comprehensive protocol for highway project development placing appropriate consideration of natural and social resources. The process is still in use.

Corporate Firm | McCormick Taylor and Associates Philadelphia, PA 1992-94 As a Junior Engineer I performed design and calculations for large overhead road signs,

foundations, and bridges. Education University of Vermont – 1992 | Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Vermont – 2015 | MBA: Sustainable Entrepreneurship (*candidate, August 2015) Licensure Professional Civil Engineer: VT, MA Skills Workflow Structure; Problem Solving; Written Communication; Project Management;

Client Management; Office and Technical Software Community National Ski Patrol, Jay Peak: 1998 - 2014

Public Works Commission, Burlington: 2002-08 Vice Chair; 2013-15, Vice Chair; 2015 Chair Champlain Housing Trust - Communications Committee: 2010 Vermont Leadership Institute: 2009

VT Lego Masters, Coach: 2002-04, 2002 NE Coach of the Year, 2003 NE Regional Champs

53 Catherine Street, Burlington, VT 05401 802.999.8128 [email protected] Jeffrey A. Padgett PE

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Entrepreneurship

MBA Class of 2015

RESUMES

Kianna Bromley PO Box 4221 – Burlington, VT – (860) 424-7711 – [email protected]

I empower & engage others.

Education

University of Vermont, Burlington, VT Expected Summer 2015

Sustainable Entrepreneurship M.B.A.

University of Vermont, Burlington, VT December 2011

Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Major Concentration: Spanish; GPA: 3.73

Universidad de Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain Fall 2010

Spanish Language & Culture Studies

Experience

Ben& Jerry’s Homemade , South Burlington, Vermont January 2015 – Present

Sustainable Innovations Consultant

Develop cross-departmental strategies to reduce negative environmental impacts of ice cream production process

Create and propose a dynamic marketing strategy that highlights Ben & Jerry’s as an industry leader in sustainability

Flynn Center for the Performing Arts , Burlington, Vermont Dec 2013 – July 2014

Student Matinee Series Manager

Tracked and allocated grants totaling $10,000+ using Microsoft Excel

Processed orders, payments, and tracked attendance of student matinees using computer software Tessitura

Reconciled monthly and end-of-year finances

Fostered relationships with Lead Teacher Network of 150 teachers across Vermont

Managed 800+ teacher, school and individual client accounts

Revised education website page weekly to ensure timely and accurate information updates

Collaborated across departments to expand offerings and opportunities for key community stakeholders

Bellows Free Academy, St. Albans, Vermont Dec 2011 – Dec 2013

Co-Chair of the World Language and Classics Department Regulated department budget of $30,000+, tracked spending and proposed budget for FY15

Allocated spending monies throughout the department while managing inventory of office and classroom supplies

Designed department website, updating with meeting agendas, procedural documents, and announcements

Planned and facilitated weekly department meetings for seven staff members

Drama Club Advisor, Director & Drama Teacher Directed and produced school theatrical productions including one musical and one festival per year

Developed and implemented marketing strategy for productions, focusing on social media and local community channels

Increased revenue and maximized profits through a redesign of the ticketing process and increased marketing efforts

resulting in a 300% growth in our budget and three sold out performances.

Grew the number of students in the Drama Club from 15 to 75+ by empowering student leaders and engaging students in

all aspects of the production process

Maintained Drama Department Budget of $5,000 and Activities Account Budget of $10,000

Designed and implemented Drama curriculum: Performance Skills, Method Acting, Stage Design

Spanish Teacher - Spanish I, II & III

Fostered a positive work environment and classroom culture by building relationships based on mutual respect

Taught 3 different courses to classes of 24-28 students

Advocated for students of all abilities and interests through a differentiated learning model and clear, consistent

communication with school leadership

Elected to present on Differentiated Assessment to 100+ colleagues at an all-school conference

Built and maintained class website, social media accounts, and blog

Additional

Continuing Education: Goddard College (May 2013) – Advanced Technology Integration Course, Southern New

Hampshire University (July 2013) – From Idea to Impact: Harnessing the power of video in your classroom

Memberships: Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility & Lyric Theatre Company

Software & Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Tessitura (CMR), Adobe Photoshop, Google Applications, etc

Interests: Social Media Marketing, Performing Arts : Acting & Singing, Spanish Language, Travel, & Telemark Skiing

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MILAGRO DE FATIMA CARRANZA 363 Ethan Allen Ave. Apt 209, Colchester, VT 05446

802.430.3098 [email protected]

EDUCATION

2014-Present UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, Vermont

School of Business Administration Expected August 2015

Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA (SEMBA)

2011-2013 UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, VT

College of Arts and Sciences

B.A. in Economics

Minor in Business Administration

Minor in Spanish

2003-2009 PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA DEL PERU Lima, Peru

College of Architecture

Studies in Architecture and Urbanism

EXPERIENCE

December 2014- PEPSICO LATIN AMERICA Burlington, VT/Guatemala

Present Project Assistant

Co-creation of a new nutritional snack/beverage for the underserved population in Guatemala

August 2011- FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT Williston, VT

August 2014 Housekeeping Manager

Lead, supervise, and support staff

Monitor budget and payroll expenses

Coach and train employees as required in order to improve job performance

August 2009- FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT Williston, VT

August 2011 Assistant Hotel Manager

Handle and resolve client’s complaints

Set goals and plans to promote and improve customer service and survey scores.

Cultivated positive and long-term relationships with customers, suppliers and employees.

August 2009- MUNICIPALIDAD DE PUEBLO LIBRE Lima, Peru

August 2010 Urban Development Project Assistant

Design, promote and administer government plans and policies affecting land use, zoning,

public utilities, community facilities, housing, and transportation

Assess the feasibility of urban proposals and identify necessary changes

ADDITIONAL

Fluent in Spanish (Native Language)

Interests: World Traveling, hiking, and biking


Heather Kenner [email protected] | 610.715.9955 | linkedin.com/in/hrkenner2

EDUCATION University of Vermont, Burlington, VT Expected August 2015

• Sustainable Entrepreneurship Masters of Business Administration (SEMBA)University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA August 2010

• B.A History, French Minor, Leadership CertificateCollege International de Cannes, Cannes, France Spring 2009

• French Language Studies• Self-funded personal travel to 8 countries throughout Europe to enhance study abroad experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PepsiCo Latin America, Miami, FL & Guatemala Co-Creation & Sustainability Development Strategist January 2015-present

• Co-creating the value proposition and business model for a new venture that serves the lowest socioeconomic group inGuatemala.

• Conducting in country research during summer 2015.• Assessing sustainability viability through local production and supply chain.

Venture Outdoors, Pittsburgh, PA Member Support Specialist May 2012-August 2013

• Initiated and attended community outreach for membership and public program departments.• Performed customer service duties for membership and public program departments.• Developed new marketing strategies for the membership department.• Coordinated office and team building events.

VISTA*AmeriCorps, Women’s Resource Center, Wayne, PA Career Services Coordinator, August 2011-January 2012

• Coordinated and facilitated weekly career support groups and lectures.• Lead volunteers in career program.• Managed monthly newsletter, web presence, and public relations for all WRC events.

Literacy*AmeriCorps, GPLC Tech Center, Pittsburgh, PA Computer Literacy Instructor, September 2010-August 2011

• Instructed adult computer classes 2X daily, ranging from beginner to more advanced level.• Created and updated new handouts to use in conjunction with computer classes.• Attended bi-monthly professional development trainings throughout Pittsburgh.• Participated in 20 community service projects; coordinated and led 2 independent projects for 2 different organizations.

Stratton’s Wynnorr Farm, West Chester PA Market Team Leader, August 2006-August 2010 Market Team Associate, June 2006-August 2006

• Gained knowledge in and appreciation of agriculture and environmental sustainability.• Supervised 4 associates per shift and trained all new associates.• Managed all daily operations of market.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research Event Assistant, Cannes, France, May 2009

• Interacted with and seated contributors, dignitaries, and celebrities to ensure amfAR Benefit Dinner held in CannesFrance ran smoothly.

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Emerging Leaders Peer Facilitator, August 2007-April 2008 Emerging Leaders Participant, January 2007-April 2007

• Led group of 20 peers in leadership discussions, dedicated 40 hours per semester to the program.• Gained knowledge and experience in public speaking, personal leadership styles, conflict resolution, and peer guidance.

AFFILIATIONS • Member, Burlington Young Professionals• Member, Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility

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Co-lead strategist focused on expanding Novelis’ recycling and supply chain opportunities in China in order to achieve the company’s 80% renewable content goal and global target. Navigating and building critical business relationships, while mapping out the regulatory, environmental, political, and business landscape with a particular focus on recycling infrastructure and the aluminum supply chain. Engaging a strong focus in sustainability as part of a year long partnership in the SEMBA program.

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Lead operations manager of the number one ranked high net worth wealth management team in the Northwest, and number four ranked team in the firm worldwide. Managed operations for a four year old fast paced team, with over $500 million in assets and an 80% year on year growth rate. Oversaw operational management of business, improved and streamlined processes for maximum efficiency, created targeted presentation materials, and regulated the client experience. Strategically led team growth from hiring and training new staff to ensuring successful execution across all levels of operation.

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Junior team member in high profile wealth management business. Responsibilities included assisting with operations of high net worth client accounts, marketing support, and assisting clients with any needs related to their assets, tax preparation, etc.

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Completed intensive instructor training course including safety practices required in extreme survival circumstances, professional/corporate level behavior analysis, psychological evaluation, and objective based communication. Trained in additional relevant wilderness survival skills such as navigation and stress management. Led multi-day backpacking trips, provided instruction in sailing and windsurfing, maintained camp equipment and safety of participants, and earned Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding & First Aid, CPR, and Wilderness First Aid.

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S K I L L S Ethos-Driven Leadership -- ability to adapt to the needs of team members while creating a rigorous yet encouraging

environment in which all aspects of the person, team, and business may be elevated and lead to increased productivity.

Big Picture Focus -- aware of global societal and environmental impacts and focused on increasing sustainable business practices by building efficiency and forward thinking strategy.

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Caitlin Lovegrove [email protected] (203) 209-0740 94 Park Street, Burlington VT 05401

Related Work Experience Education University of Vermont School of Business Administration Aug ʻ14 to Aug ʻ15 Burlington, VT SEMBA: Sustainable

Entrepreneurship MBA Beta Gamma Sigma GPA: 4.0

Brown University Sept ʻ04 to May ʻ08 Providence, RI Bachelor of Arts International Relations GPA: 3.7

Volunteer Experience SolarFest Trustee Feb ʻ14 to present Middletown Springs, VT Feb 2014 – present Led marketing committee,

organizing outreach, sponsorship,and material for marketing a 4,000-attendee strong music festival andsustainability conference in its 20thyear

Burlington Oxfam Action Corps Organizer Feb ʻ13 to Apr ʻ14 Burlington, VT and Washington, DC Feb 2013 – Apr 2014 Led volunteers to organize events

such as film screenings and paneldiscussions to promote OxfamAmericaʼs mission

Skills and Interests Languages Fluent in French and Italian, intermediate Spanish, some German

Advanced Level Computer Skills Social media and SEO HTML/CSS Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Office Databases and CRM software Magento, Drupal, WordPress,

ColdFusion FinalCut and ProTools

Cooking Institute of Culinary Education: Fine French Cooking course

NovelisJan ʻ15 to Aug ʻ15

Burlington, VT and Atlanta, GA

Business Strategist: Post-Consumer Recycling Developed cross-departmental strategies to enhance post-

consumer recycling to allow Novelis to achieve its 80% recycledaluminum goal, through research, interviews, and creativethinking, as part of the SEMBA program

Vermont Council on Rural Development

Apr ʻ13 to Dec ʻ14 Montpelier, VT

Network and Outreach Coordinator for the Vermont Digital Economy Project Created strategic implementation plan and worked with local

businesses, selectboard members, and key players to install 26Wi-Fi zones in Vermont towns

Organized the Vermont Connected Summit at the MontpelierStatehouse, attended by over 300 people

Coordinated press coverage resulting in over fifty stories writtenby the press about the project within a year

Designed and implemented new website for the VermontCouncil on Rural Development

Lake Champlain Chocolates

May ʻ12 to Apr ʻ13 Burlington, VT

Marketing Specialist Analyzed company-wide product data, evaluated company

profits, and suggested new company products resulting instrategic production changes and the development of newproduct lines

Ski-Val Nov ʻ11 to Apr ʻ12

St. Anton, AT

Chalet Host Managed a 16-person ski chalet, cooking 4-course meals and

cleaning 8 rooms daily for one ski season

Manhattan Prep Apr ʻ09 to Nov ʻ11

New York, NY

Online Marketing Manager Online Marketing Associate Operations Associate Organized and implemented strategic marketing campaigns

that successfully brought new publications to market Managed partner relationships and created campaigns to

promote three brands (LSAT, GRE, GMAT) Led two members of the online marketing team, and helped to

create web pages and curate social media, increasing fansand interactions by 300%

Improved company profit and site traffic through the use ofGoogle Adwords, Analytics, and updated SEO terms

The Hub at WITNESS

May ʻ09 to Sept ʻ09 Brooklyn, NY

Media and Communications Intern Produced videos and wrote for the Hubʼs blog to keep this

online human rights community running smoothly

Panos London Sept ʻ08 to Mar ʻ09

London, UK

Research and Communications Intern Researched potential donors, wrote case study reports and

produced films for use in promotion of Panosʼ programs

95.5 WBRU Sept ʻ04 to May ʻ08

Providence, RI

On-Air Radio Personality Communicated to listeners both on-air and through phone

conversations, and interviewed musicians and rock bands

brittany nunnink 345 malletts bay ave, winooski, vt, 05404 � 802.238.9258 � [email protected]

education University of Vermont, Burlington, VT August 2015

MBA Candidate, Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA

Scripps College, Claremont, CA May 2009 BA, Environmental Analysis Scripps Institute for Sustainable Living | CMS Track & Field 2006-2009 | CMS Cross Country Running 2005-2008

professional experience Ben & Jerry’s Homemade, South Burlington, VT January 2015 – Present

Sustainable Innovation Consultant Strategizing how to improve the environmental impact of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream production, and working to then deliver these new efforts via a marketing campaign that will raise brand awareness, and ultimately push Ben & Jerry’s to the forefront of their industry.

Sustain Condoms, Burlington, VT May 2014 – August 2014 Launch Campaign Consultant Coordinated launch events that embodied the Sustain brand, and brought together media, retailers, and ambassadors in target market regions: New York City, Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. Cultivated brand partnerships & national college campus activism strategies to get Sustain over 1MM new impressions with Reverb, SXSW, Bedsider & Teens Turning Green.

Pale Morning Media, Waitsfield, VT October 2013 – April 2014 Account Manager Public Relations for the outdoor world: assisted outdoor companies by increasing the quality & quantity of their brand (clients included: Woolrich, Sea Bags, Kokatat, SOG, Deuter USA, High Sierra, TICLA, Westcomb, Dale of Norway). Managed accounts for Deuter USA and Vermont Smoke and Cure, helping each develop their social media presence, enhance their blog content and presence, and ultimately boost their online following and brand visibility.

1% for the Planet, Berkeley, CA August 2012 – April 2013 West Coast Wrangler Developed a California network business plan & refined 1%’s California acquisition pipeline. Facilitated & hosted eight 1% community gatherings bringing together over 200 members and partners to strengthen local community networks. Managed 1%’s High Impact Partnerships: Patagonia’s Vote the Environment campaign, and Proposition 37: a CA ballot initiative to label foods containing genetically modified ingredients.

1% for the Planet, Waitsfield, VT October 2009 – August 2012 Membership Wrangler Associate (2009-2010), manager (2010-2011), and ultimately director of Member Experience team (2011-2012). Expanded team from one to four people, enhanced 1%’s working capacity by strengthening the team, clarifying the mission, enhancing communication internally and externally, and improving systematic tracking of member donations from 1400 member companies (annually about $22M). Regular contributor to the 1% blog, created communication materials for the 1% network, and represented the organization at events including: Kokua Festival, Outdoor Retailer, Patagonia Tools for Grassroots Activists, VBSR, ExpoWest.

Seventh Generation, Burlington, VT May 2006 – January 2009 CSR Intern Supported CEO/President and Director of Corporate Consciousness with research relative to CSR. Team member of product development, assisting to ensure the company integrated corporate social responsibility from the inside out. Represented Seventh Generation at conferences including BSR, BALLE, CERES, and educated internal employees about corporate sustainability targets. Ghost writer for Seventh Generation blog, responding to consumer questions and concerns.

Roberts Environmental Center, Claremont, CA August 2006 – May 2009 Research Analyst Assessed (based on PSI sector analysis) and prepared communications regarding sustainability of hundreds of companies. Contributed to published book, “Clean, Green, and Read All Over.”

additional experience Little Bellas, Williston, VT June 2012 – Present

Mentor Mentor for young girls on mountain bikes: building confidence, cultivating friendships, empowering women.

Sunski, San Francisco, CA January 2013 – Present Lifestyle Ambassador Inspiring ordinary people to do extraordinary things: http://www.sunskis.com/blog/category/pct

Pacific Crest Trail, Mexico to Canada May 2013 – September 2013 Thru-Hiker Organized and executed a daily calendar for a 2,663 mile thru-hike from Mexico to Canada. Collaborated with values-aligned businesses (Dr. Bronner’s, Purely Elizabeth, Alter Eco, Patagonia, PROBAR & Lundberg Farms) to offer them support via social media promotion, as they supported us with their products. Kept an up-to-date trail blog with 100+ followers: www.pctbolo.wordpress.com.

activities & interests running | journaling | skiing | cycling | picking berries | photography | arts & crafts | sailing | climbing trees | collecting pine cones

BRODIE O’BRIEN (802) 598-5493 | [email protected] | www.linkedin.com/in/brodieobrien

EDUCATION

University of Vermont School of Business Administration, Burlington, VT • Sustainable Entrepreneurship Master of Business Administration (August 2015 Expected)• Beta Gamma Sigma

Bates College, Lewiston, ME • Bachelor of Arts, U.S. History (2009)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Casella Resource Solutions, Rutland, VT Casella is a publicly traded company that provides resource management expertise and services to residential, commercial, municipal and industrial customers in 40 states.

• Business Analyst (January 2015 to Present): Crafting market study and business plan as part of MBA Practicum. EnablingCasella’s Industrial Solutions group to implement cradle-to-cradle and byproduct synergy strategies that improve profitabilityand environmental outcomes while growing market share.

1% for the Planet, Waitsfield, VT A global network of businesses donating 1% of annual revenue to environmental causes.

• Marketing Manager (June 2013 to July 2014) Developed and implemented co-marketing plans for clients includingFortune-500 brands. Managed media partner program generating 350 million annual impressions and $1M ad value. Helpedfacilitate organizational rebrand. Administered design and deployment of new web platform servicing 4500+ partnerorganizations.

• Director of Community Development (January 2012 to June 2013) Oversaw new client acquisition and customer servicestrategy while supervising organization’s largest teams and 50%+ of $2.3M annual budget. Crafted and implementedstrategic philanthropy/CSR plans for clients worldwide. Oversaw rollout of new membership model and simultaneouslybolstered acquisition and retention metrics. Facilitated more than $25M in corporate donations to environmental causes.

• Community Development Associate (April 2011 to January 2012) Tailored business/nonprofit partnerships and monitoredprogress toward annual giving targets. Assisted budgeting and administrative processes. Supported cross-functional teams.Identified potential risks and growth opportunities among existing accounts and developed novel approach to core functionsof program area.

Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance, Jackson, WY A nonprofit organization that protects wildlife, recreational resources and natural capital through land use planning and citizen involvement.

• Outreach and Development Associate (December 2009 to March 2011) Collaborated with government and nonprofitstakeholders on projects including revision of Jackson’s Comprehensive Plan and monitoring population growth inpartnership with the Chamber of Commerce. Managed fundraising outreach to businesses and residents. Oversaw theorganization’s most profitable annual gala to date. Began as a volunteer and promoted to full-time paid position.


Consultant, Vermont Works for Women, Winooski, VT (August 2014-Present) • Volunteer developing a business plan supporting expansion of Rosie’s Girls, a summer day camp that helps build strong,

confident girls through exploration of the skilled trades, outside current five-state footprint.

Ambassador, Vermont Mountain Bike Association, Burlington, VT (March 2014-Present) • Serving as a representative for VMBA, the statewide voice of mountain biking in Vermont. Advocating for the sustainable

future of the sport through advocacy, education, and event support.

Chair, President’s Advisory Council, Bates College, Lewiston, ME (2008-2009) • Elected by Bates student body to chair the President’s Advisory Council, a steering group guiding long-term vision at Bates

College. Worked with administration to craft policies on campus culture, community relationships and curriculum.

CERTIFICATIONS

WMA Wilderness First Responder, Swift Water Rescuer, AIARE Avalanche I, Professional Ski Instructor of America I

DAVID PESCADOR ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------

E-mail: [email protected]

Education

UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Candidate for Master of Business Administration, August 2015 Major in Sustainable Entrepreneurship Tuition Scholarship by University Vermont, United States

UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES

Industrial Engineering degree


Bogotá, Colombia, 2011 Relevant courses: Investment Valuation, Venture Finance, Corporative Finance, Econometrics, Microeconomics 3, Ecological Economy, Renewable energy, Innovation from the BoP, Negotiation.

Experience

Novo Nordisk, Nairobi, Kenia 01/2015-Present

• Develop a scaling up strategy to deliver diabetes treatment to the working poor in Kenia.

• Increase the general level of awareness of diabetes, diagnosis rates and prevention.

• Analyze the cost structure in the downstream side to find effective ways to lower the overall costs.


Investment Process Analyst

• Manage the New Ventures Colombia (NVC) portfolio of 50 early stage high growth enterprises in

sectors like recycling, waste management, biotechnology, energy efficiency, and biofuels.

• Perform fundamental analysis, financial modeling, forecasted future earnings and cash flows.

• Participate in deal structures, due diligence process, and deal execution.





Sistema B Colombia, Bogotá D.C 09/2012-12/2012

Consultant






Junior Consultant





Financial Analyst


credit and debit cards in both franchise Visa and Master card; fees to be auctioned in the BVC.

• Create value for the bank, increasing profits (business units) in credit cards around 3.5 mm USD


Other




• Bloomberg certification: Fixed income, equities, currencies (FX) and Commoditie, 2010.


MILAGROS RODRIGUEZ -‐ LARRAIN

Winooski, VT, 05404 • +1 (786) 281-‐5625 • [email protected] www.linkedin.com/in/milagrosrodriguezlarrain/

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT, School of Business Administration Burlington, VT Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA Candidate, August 2014 -‐ August 2015

BOSTON UNIVERSITY, School of Management Boston, MA Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management, September 2012 – May 2013

UNIVERSIDAD DE LIMA, School of Law Lima, Peru Lawyer‘s Degree, November 2006 (exam grade: Magna Cum Laude) Bachelor of Laws, March 2001 -‐December 2005

EXPERIENCE

BOSTON UNIVERSITY -‐ Executive Leadership Center Boston, MA Business Development Assistant, July 2013 – January 2014

• Assisted with business development, marketing, and research for executive education programs.• Coordinated group events, site visit logistics, and program materials for participants.• Assessed the needs of Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management

students to maximize the customer service experience.

SANTANDER BANK Boston, MA Cards Acquisition and Merchant Acquiring Channels Intern, January – May 2013

• Collaborated in the development and execution of marketing campaigns for channels to supportthe launch of an end-‐to-‐end credit card business in the United States.

• Provided support with printed and online communications, marketing collateral review, phone salescripts, and product training guides.

• Prepared presentations to senior management of the newly launched Credit Card.

ENERSUR (GDF SUEZ Group) Lima, Peru In House Lawyer, January 2008 – December 2010

• Obtained licenses, permits and certification for the second largest private power generationcompany in Peru.

• Provided legal advice to ensure the compliance of the company’s obligations at the facilitieslocated in the regions of Lima, Moquegua and Cerro de Pasco.

• Elaborated legal reports, presentations, and contracts for Legal Counsel and senior management.

GDF SUEZ ENERGY PERU (GDF SUEZ Group) Lima, Peru In House Lawyer, January 2006 – December 2007

• Drafted a wide range of contracts and legal documents for the review of Legal Counsel.• Supported the Legal Counsel in the analysis of legal aspects for new projects.

ADDITIONAL

• Member: Lima Bar Association, March 2007. ADVOCATUS Law Review, March 2002.• Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent), French (intermediate)• Technologies: MS Word, Excel, Power Point.

JAKOB SCHENKER 47 S Williams, Burlington VT 05402 | [email protected]

www.jakobschenker.com | (802) 238-3545

EDUCATION

University of Vermont, School of Business Administration, Burlington, VT June 2014 – Aug 2015 • M.B.A. Sustainable Entrepreneurship

University of Vermont, Rubenstein School of Natural Resources, Burlington, VT Sept 2012 – May 2014 • M.S. Natural Resources• Teaching Assistant, Water Resources, Environmental Policy, Modern Silviculture Techniques

Skidmore College, Environmental Studies, Saratoga Springs, NY Sept 2006 – May 2010 • B.A. Environmental Studies, Biology Minor• Rainforest Ecology & Management Studies, School for Field Studies, Queensland, Australia


Financial Analyst, Cranemere Group Limited, New York, NY Jan 2015 – Present • Identifying investment theme trends in US renewable energy and energy efficiency markets• Assessing company profiles through Cranemere’s Sustainability Platform criteria• Developing middle-market company investment thesis as part of M.B.A. practicum

Water Research Analyst, John Todd Ecological Design, Woods Hole, MA April 2012 – Jan 2014 • Organized experimental design for EPA funded project regarding crude oil ecological remediation• Analyzed 4 months of hydrocarbon mass spectrometry results in partnership with Brown University• Coordinated water chemistry testing and database development for use in future teaching laboratory

Project Manager, Ocean Arks International, Woods Hole, MA Jan 2012 – Aug 2013 • Managed and submitted eight RFP applications for ecological freshwater and ocean remediation• Fostered new business relationships and research initiatives for freshwater remediation in Indonesia

Drinking Water Fellow, Saha Global, Tamale, Ghana Oct 2012 – Feb 2013 • Implemented community water treatment programs in several villages near Tamale, Ghana• Managed site visits and treatment monitoring database for Kulaa Village, 500 individuals• Crowdfunded $3,600 for water treatment supplies, and microfinance training

Program Manager, Reef Artisan Collaborative Inc, Bali, Indonesia Aug 2010 – April 2011 • Managed six environmental internship programs throughout Bali and Sulawesi, Indonesia• Initiatives included livelihood development, cultural heritage conservation, and environmental restoration• Granted $2,500 Skidmore Responsible Citizen Award, August 2010


Founder, www.jakobschenker.com, Global Jan 2013 – Present • Developing personal web platform focused on the intersection of business and the environment• Chronicling initiatives specifically in water resource management, impact investing, and entrepreneurship

Ambassador, Withlocals, Bali, Indonesia & Hanoi, Vietnam Sept 2013 – Present • Connecting travelers from around the world with locals who provide unique insight into their culture• Reviewing local applications for publishing to online network, ultimately linking payment directly to the individual

OTHER

• Basic conversational Swedish, introductory language studies in French, Indonesian, and Vietnamese• Two and a half years experience living and working in West Africa and South East Asia• Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies, Burlington VT Member

Leah (Ziegler) Schulz [email protected] | www.linkedin.com/in/leahschulz

109 Shirley Circle, Williston VT, 05495 | Cell: (802)399-9390

Education University of Vermont, Burlington, VT August 2015

Sustainable Entrepreneurship Masters in Business Administration

Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT May 2011

B.S. in Biology, Magna Cum Laude

Minor in Peace and Justice G.P.A. 3.62

The Fund for American Studies Summer 2009

Institute for Philanthropy and Voluntary Service Certificate G.P.A. 3.91

Professional Experience Novelis

Practicum Business Strategy Consultant, China January 2015 – July 2015

Focused on expanding Novelis’s recycling and supply chain opportunities in China in order to achieve the

companies 80% renewable content goal and global target.

Navigated and built critical business relationships, mapped the regulatory, environmental, political, and business

landscape with a particular focus on recycling infrastructure and the aluminum supply chain.

Engaging a strong focus on sustainability as part of partnership with MBA program.

State of Vermont, Money Follows the Person Demonstration Project January 2012-August 2014

Senior Planner, January 2014 – August 2014

Promoted to position after demonstrating financial accounting and data analysis capabilities.

Responsible for the Federal Reporting and Budget for the $18 Million Medicaid Grant.

Program and Quality Specialist, November 2012 – January 2014

Promoted to position for demonstrating leadership and management skills in marketing and strategic planning.

Managed demonstration grant of $18 Million Medicaid Grant through planning, development, and operations

Conducted Federal Reporting and communicated with CMS and providers to ensure compliance with policies.

Developed and implemented a Critical Incident Reporting Policy and System and the Adult Family Care Home

Model, demonstrating leadership and public relations skills

Trained in Result Based Accountability, Harmony Reporting and HP Production and Business

Objects Systems. Utilized MMIS and Business Objects to conduct utilization review and eligibility determination.

Administrative Assistant, January 2012 – November 2012

Developed marketing materials and managed website to promote brand awareness.

Demonstrated commitment to detail by organizing two conferences, attended by 100 providers and facilitated

quarterly Board of Advisor meetings and weekly staff meetings.

Used Excel to create and manage systems for quality management and survey data collection analysis.

Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council

Administrative Coordinator, April – December 2011

Managed grant applications and executed effective events with strong attention to detail.

Facilitated strategic planning work groups with professionals and individuals with Developmental Disabilities.

Activism Dear Hillary Campaign for the Congo

Co-founder, 2010-2012

Social media campaign attracted support and development of 55 chapters in four months, resulting in Secretary

Clinton receiving 17,000 postcards asking for diplomatic action in the DR Congo from around the world in 2010.

The organization has been credited for foreign policy actions, such as the deployment of a US Special Envoy to

the Great Lakes Region of Africa and the devolvement of the M23 Rebels.

Through leadership and community engagement, organized two meetings with US State Department Officials and

a protest at the US State Department, attended by more than 75 people.

Promoted membership of undergraduate students and the Congolese Refugee Community.

Fix It with Five

Co-founder, 2009-2011

Initiated a student-funded annual grant of $10,000 to be provided to a non-profit through a selection process.

Developed an application and review process and organized campus awareness events.


Timothy J. Silman 802.277.0885 • [email protected] • linkedin.com/in/timsilman

Education

2014 – 2015 UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, VT Master of Business Administration – expected August 2015 Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA (SEMBA) Beta Gamma Sigma, Nespresso Sustainability MBA Challenge 2015 Case Competition

2004 – 2006 GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY Washington, DC Master of Public Policy – concentration in Education and Social Welfare Policy Teaching Assistant – Advanced Program Evaluation Methods, 2006 – 2007

2000 – 2004 UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, VT Bachelor of Arts – double major in Economics and Sociology Magna Cum Laude, Honors College, Community Service Scholarship (full tuition)

Professional Experience

2015 – present BUSINESS STRATEGIST – POST-CONSUMER RECYCLING Burlington, VT Novelis

Developing innovative post-consumer recycling strategies and partnerships to helpNovelis meet their targets of 80% recycled aluminum content and revenue doubling by2020, through a partnership with the UVM SEMBA program.

2013 – present RESEARCH ASSESSMENT CONSULTANT California & Vermont Independent Consultant Providing data analysis and research assessment services in several policy domains. Clients and projects have included:

KIPP Foundation - Analyze teacher survey data and created highly visual one-pagersfrom every KIPP region for the Research and Evaluation team.

Mathematica Policy Research - Analyze study methodologies and statistical findings,develop training materials for certification activities, and draft summary reports onprogram impacts, for projects such as the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC).

2006 – 2012 RESEARCH ANALYST Washington, DC Mathematica Policy Research

Primary authorship on numerous policy briefs and program reports.

Plan, design, and lead analyses of management information system and attendance dataacross several projects. Supervise programming staff tasked with complex coding.

Lead focus groups and interviews and conduct on-site program observations. Draftinterview protocols and observation scripts

Interact with a broad spectrum of stakeholders in a diversity of contexts, from prisonersto urban school principals, Navajo reservation members to Hasidic Head Start teachers.

Manage several projects conducted for government agencies, including a demonstrationproject for DHHS with a contract value exceeding $60 million. Track performancemetrics, project deliverables, and oversee budgeting and expenditures.

Activities and Interests

Conversational in Spanish

Extensive international and domestic travel: Four continents, 22 countries, and almost 40 states.


https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsilman

Charles P. Smith V 110 Summit St. [email protected] Burlington, VT 05401 802-578-8242

EDUCATION

University of Vermont, School of Business Burlington, Vermont • MBA Candidate: Sustainable Entrepreneurship July 2014 – Present

Elon University, Martha and Spencer Love School of Business; College of Arts and Sciences Elon, North Carolina • B.A: Economics and Political Science (Majors); International Studies (Minor); Magna Cum Laude August 2007-May 2011 • Periclean Scholars Program: Four-year student leadership program charged with raising the Elon

community’s civic engagement and social responsibility through global outreach and partnership• Economics Senior Thesis: “Water Footprinting”, Water Scarcity, and Economic Growth

Oxford University, Trinity College Oxford, England • Associate Member: Non-degree seeking student receiving academic credit Jan. 2010 - June 2010 • Coursework: Tutorial study within Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) curriculum


Casella Resource Solutions • Business Analyst: Crafting market study and business plan as part of MBA Practicum. Enabling Rutland, Vermont

Casella’s Industrial Solutions group to implement cradle-to-cradle and byproduct synergy strategies Jan. 2015 - Present that improve profitability and environmental outcomes while growing market share.

United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary, Majority Office of Chairman Patrick Leahy • Legislative Aide for Immigration, Firearms, Energy, and Water Policy: Washington, D.C.

Worked in direct support of Committee counsels drafting memoranda, vetting legislative bills and Jan. 2013-August 2014 amendments, conducting research, and writing statements, speeches, and constituent mail correspondence for the Chairman for all topics in my portfolio. Mainly covered immigration and firearms issues, working extensively on comprehensive immigration reform (S.744), EB-5 legislation, the Undetectable Firearms Act, and oversight of respective government agencies that fall under the jurisdiction of the Committee. Worked in an advising capacity on issues related to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) within the appropriations budget. Also worked on various energy and environmental issues ranging from nuclear power to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).

• Staff Assistant: Provided full administrative support to Committee staff, coordinated and supervised Washington, D.C. Committee interns, organized and managed Committee hearings and Executive Business Meetings. Sept. 2011-Dec. 2012

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Sap! Maple Water Burlington, Vermont

• Co-Founder – Launched a beverage company in Spring 2015 that makes healthy consumer Sep. 2014 – Present beverages out of maple sap.

United Way of Chittenden County Burlington, Vermont • Consultant – Examining the impact of the Working Bridges program and crafting a Sep. 2014 – Present

business plan to help scale the program both within Vermont and across the country.

INDEPENDENT RESEARCH AND RESEARCH GRANTS

Park Foundation Research Grant Sri Lanka • Awarded $12,300 with two other students for travel to Sri Lanka to research and film a short Jan. 2011-May 2011

documentary on the relationship between economic development and environmental degradation

Student Undergraduate Research Forum Elon, North Carolina • “Modeling Country Water Usage in relation to the Environmental Kuznets Curve” Spring 2011

Aaron Sonk [email protected] | cell: 802.922.0298

Education

2015 UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Graduate School of Business Burlington, VT

Candidate for Master in Business Administration (M.B.A)

Sustainability and Entrepreneurship focused

2012 RUTGERS UNIVERSITY School of Business Administration Camden, NJ

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration (B.S)

Management Society Secretary

Experience

Present GREEN MOUNTAIN CONCERT SERVICES (GMCS) Burlington, VT

Security Supervisor, Scheduler, & Staff Administrator; field supervisor responsible

for coordinating crowd management, safety, and security efforts. Small scheduling team

positions 180 employees and fills approximately 600-1000 shifts weekly.

Synchronize staff with State Department and Department of Liquor Control obtaining

state security licenses and associated certifications

Sustain new customer inquiries and conduct ongoing field audits

Creative logistical planning and execution of travel and room & board

Quickly promoted in security, scheduling, and administration departments

2012 CHELSEA RESORT AND HOTEL Atlantic City, NJ

Restaurant Manager; coordinated efforts with General and F&B managers to design,

deliver, and maintain superb and unforgettable resort services and experiences.

Maintained the highest standards of food and beverage quality, service and marketing

to maximize profits through outstanding customer service

Actively assisted with key property issues with all departments

Managed restaurant, in-room dining, two bars, poolside patio, and spa clienteles

simultaneously

2011 MEDICAL MEDIA SOLUTIONS Cherry Hill, NJ

Sales Manager; responsibilities included but were not limited to accounts manager,

marketing assistant, and installation and support technician.

Controlled costs throughout the operations department and results were analyzed

regularly to highlight problem areas and take appropriate actions

Co-created the marketing material for this start-up

Secured new growth in AZ, CO, and FL markets essential to firm growth

2009 OLD WATERWAY INN Atlantic City, NJ

Kitchen Manager; aided ownership in achievement of both tactical and strategic goals.

Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate the team to achieve high

levels of performance and exceed targets

Seek and respond to guest feedback in order to achieve positive outcomes and high

levels of customer satisfaction

Over 15 years of restaurant ownership, operations, and management experience

Certifications

CPR and First Aid certified

Vermont Security and Private Investigation license

New Hampshire State Security License

Vermont Department of Liquor Control certified

IAVM Crowd Management certified


BENJAMIN E. TACKA 15 Nash Place 817.319.8038 Burlington, VT 05401 [email protected]

EDUCATION: University of Vermont, School of Management Aug 2014 – Aug 2015

• Candidate for Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA

Boston University, College of Engineering Aug 2003 – May 2007 • Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering, 3.25 GPA

WORK EXPERIENCE: Tacka & Associates DBA Vector Marketing Corp. District Manager, Owner Sugar Land, TX, May 2007 - Feb 2014

• Analyzed territories and coordinated requisite media elements to advertise sales representativeposition

• Interviewed applicants, hired qualified candidates and managed a sales team of 1900+ collegestudents

• Conducted training seminars for an average of 15 new representatives weekly (48 weeks/year)• Managed and motivated representatives through individual consultations focusing on time

management, goal-setting and sales strategies• Managed a team of 5-8 employees responsible for administrative tasks• Identified, trained, and developed 13 promising collegiate entrepreneurs to the summer Branch

Manager position and 6 promising professional entrepreneurs to the career District Managerposition

• Accomplishments: Inducted into Vector Marketing’s Court of Honor, Produced $5,725,135 inrevenue to date, set the standing record for New Office Sales in Gulf Coast Division ($446,243from May-Dec 2007 - #2 New office nation wide), 7 consecutive Inner Circle Awards

Recruiting Manager New Orleans, LA, Mar 2006 - Sept 2006 • Interviewed 450+ applicants for sales rep position and hired qualified candidates for corporate

training • Aided the Division Manager in conducting weekly training for an average of 20 new

representatives • Accomplishments: Revenue of $743,424; set record for Southwest Region summer sales, set

standing record for highest PPR (Productivity Per Rep) in Southwest Region Sales Representative Arlington, TX, May 2004 - Mar 2006

• Contacted hundreds of potential customers to arrange 250+ sales demonstrations• Demonstrated Cutco products in face-to-face, in-home setting using low-key sales strategy• Negotiated customer requests and budgets and addressed customer concerns and questions• Implemented referral strategies to generate more potential customers• Accomplishments: Expanded personal database to 250+ customers, $124,231 in career personal

sales, top rep in Texoma Division

ADDITIONAL: • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and Mac equivalents• Moderate Understanding of Pro-E, Solid works, and CAD programs• Interests: Nutrition, Home Aquaponics Gardening, and Personal Development

Jill Terrone

370 Farrell St. #311 South Burlington, VT 05403 Phone: (941)726-4741 www.jillterrone.com E-Mail: [email protected]

Education

University of Vermont Graduate School of Business, Burlington, VT August 2015

Candidate for Master of Business Administration, August 2015, Sustainable Entrepreneurship

Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS December 1997

Bachelor of Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude, Division I Mississippi State Golf Team

Experience

Burton Snowboards, Burlington, VT

Sustainability Analyst: January 2015 – August 2015

Assess the feasibility of a used product marketplace for Burton hard goods and create a business plan for implementation as part of MBA practicum. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive project outcomes. Leverage a circular business model to increase profitability and market share while simultaneously achieving company sustainability priorities.

Country Club of Vermont, Waterbury Center, VT

Teaching Professional: May 2005 – August 2014

Averaged over 850 lessons per five month season while leading all instructional initiatives at facility. Increased instructional revenues in second season by 25% and an additional 20% in third season. Created a new and innovative Ladies Development Program featured in the Stowe Reporter. Marketed facility by fostering partnerships with local media, businesses, and after-school programs. Awarded Vermont PGA Teacher of the Year - 2009

Desert Mountain Golf Club, Scottsdale, AZ

Teaching Professional: November 2010 – May 2012

Adapted golf instruction programs to grow participation while simultaneously increasing F&B’s bottom line. Designed a streamlined golf school sign-up on the club’s webpage working in cooperation with the network administrator. Assisted in the design and grand opening of 1.6 million dollar instructional facility.

Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo, FL

Teaching Professional: November 2006 – April 2009

Assisted in the planning and coordination of a comprehensive golf instruction program that resulted in a 30% increase in ladies programs. Boosted participation in golf instructional programs by more than 20% through complimentary clinics and weekly newspaper articles. Improved facility hard good sales by more than $5,000 through custom club fitting.

David Leadbetter Golf Academy at Mission Hills Golf Club, Shenzhen, China

Overseas Teaching Professional: November 2002- May 2004

Marketed golf academy programs in Hong Kong and throughout mainland China through international golf shows, magazine publications such as Golf Weekly, and business organizations such as AMCHAM and the Hong Kong Women’s Business Association. Developed diverse programs while effectively assimilating to a new culture. Team oriented working with fellow teaching professionals towards common sales and revenue goals.

Seawane Club, Hewlett Harbor, NY

First Assistant Professional: March 2000-October 2002

Increased lesson revenues 35% in second season by focusing on establishing strong relationships with members and new marketing strategies. Assisted with all aspects of merchandising including buying, pricing, budgeting for retail operation with over $200,000 revenue.

Carnival Cruise Lines, Miami, FL

Shipboard Golf Professional: November 1998-December 1999

Directed all golf activities onboard 2400 passenger cruise ship including onboard marketing, golf excursions, lessons, and inventory management. Doubled revenues onboard first ship over a four month period. Coordinated over 200 international golf excursions & taught over 750 lessons using high tech video technologies.

LINDSEY WAITE 256 Oak Circle, Colchester, VT 05446 | [email protected] | 802.497.2463 H 314.330.5700 C

EDUCATION_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

The University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, August 2014-August 2015 • Master’s of Business Administration Sustainable Entrepreneurship

The University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY, August 2010-May 2012 • Master’s of Science in Natural Science• Defended master’s thesis analyzing the effects of climate change in alpine ecosystems• Science and Math Teaching Nunn Family Award and Haub School Plummer Excellence Award

Teton Science Schools’ Graduate Program, Jackson Hole, WY, August 2009-August 2010 • Certificate of Professional Residency in Environmental Science• Instructed over 500+ hours in environmental science and ecology courses• Designed and facilitated a month-long college level course on alpine ecology and sustainability

University of Denver, Denver, CO, September 2004-March 2009 • Bachelor’s of Science in Ecology and Biodiversity, Minors in Environmental Science and Geography• Completed an honors thesis on economic incentives for habitat and wildlife conservation in Kenya• Conducted field research in Thailand, Baja Mexico, Guatemala, and Africa

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________________________________________

Burton Snowboards, Burlington, VT, January 2015-Present Sustainability Analyst

• Assess the feasibility of a used product marketplace for Burton Hardgoods and create a business plan as part of MBA Practicum• Leverage a circular business model to increase profit and market share while simultaneously achieving sustainability priorities• Perform research, review, and analysis on product end of life strategies• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive project outcomes

Department of Homeland Security, USCIS, South Burlington, VT, January 2014-June 2014 Human Resources Specialist

• Perform full range of recruitment, screening, and placement activities• Identify, attract, and retain a diversity of qualified applicants capable of maintaining the agency’s mission• Interpret and explain human resource policies, regulations, and procedures• Provide in-depth overviews of employee relations and performance management

St. Michael’s College, Colchester, VT, November 2013-December 2013 Admissions and Administrative Assistant

• Collaborated with the Director of Admissions and administrative team to manage the college application process• Communicated with prospective high school students and parents to schedule campus tours, information sessions, and interviews• Monitored all student inquiries and corresponding categorical information integral to the application process• Proficiency with Datatel and ImageNow database software

Journeys School of the Teton Science Schools, Jackson Hole, WY, September 2012-August 2013 Admissions and Administrative Assistant

• Assisted the Head of School and Director of Admissions to increase admissions to the highest enrollment in 12 years• Closed the academic year by securing over $400,000 in tuition in a three month time period• Recruited and screened applicants to retain a strong and diverse student body, capable of accomplishing academic success• Managed budget and expense reports, employee payroll and benefits, and corresponded with finance team

Teton Science Schools, Jackson Hole, WY, May 2012-August 2012 Assistant Program Coordinator

• Managed a team of twenty interns to ensure that scientific and educational benchmarks were met• Evaluated instructors through a series of observations and video analysis, and provided timely feedback• Organized weekly meetings to guide the team in achieving designated milestones• Collaborated with partner organizations to organize service learning and stewardship projects

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE_______________________________________________________________________________________

Certifications: National Outdoor Leadership School Instructor, Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician, and Avalanche I Volunteerism: Junior League of Champlain Valley, Vermont Adaptive Skiing, and Chittenden County Food Shelf

Meghan Whirley [email protected]

(859) 421-‐6849 linkedin.com/in/meghanwhirley

EDUCAT ION : University of Vermont: Burlington, VT Masters of Business Administration: Sustainable Entrepreneurship Summer 2015

• Relevant Coursework:o Managing and leading for sustainable development and innovationo Sustainable, systemic supply chain and operations managemento Service operations and sustainabilityo Business creation, including developing a business plan and pitching to entrepreneurs

Bachelor of Arts: Political Science & Psychology Spring 2009 • Semester Abroad: Richmond University, Rome, Italy

EXPER I ENCE : Casella Resource Solutions MBA Commercial Organic Waste Market Research Analyst January – August 2015

• Collaborate and communicate with large food waste generators in eastern Massachusetts• Advise on achievable market share targets• Develop a business plan focused on shared value, determining collection infrastructure

Ivy Tech Community College: Franklin & Richmond, IN Lead Academic Advisor September 2012 – August 2014

• Promoted after one year because of demonstrated leadership skills and passion to a leadership role• Sole leader and supervisor for Academic Advisors, managing goals and performance• Develop processes, initiatives and strategy, coordinate and communicate with staff, faculty, and

administrators in differing geographiesAcademic Advisor August 2011 – September 2012

• Served as the principal contact for 500 students; supervisor of academic advisors on campus• Independently developed innovative strategies which directly impacted the budget• Selected by the Chancellor to co-‐lead professional development committee; member of campus

advisory council focused on strategic planning and growthSecondary Initiatives Assistant September 2010 – August 2011

• Administrative lead for high school dual enrollment, managing over 1,000 students and sixty faculty• Created high efficiency processes, directly affecting the fiscal budget

AmeriCorps VISTA: Richmond, IN Indiana Campus Compact Community Engagement Assistant August 2009 – August 2010

• Organized community wide projects with over 100 students, resulting in over 500 hours of service• Proactively developed successful collaborations between students, colleges, and the community

ADD IT IONAL : • Leadership Johnson County Class of 2014 Graduate

o Nominated and selected for prestigious leadership academy, devoted to developing wellinformed and community minded citizens

o Participation developed dynamic and collaborative leadership skills• Volunteer dedicated to education and conservation organizations• Interested in photography, furniture refinishing, and craft beer brewing

DAVID PESCADOR ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------

Burlington, Vermont | [email protected] | Mobile phone: 802-829 0197 | Linkedin: David Pescador

Education

UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT, Vermont, United States Master of Business Administration, August 2015 Concentration in Sustainable Entrepreneurship UVM Tuition Scholarship

UNIVERSIDAD DE LOS ANDES, Bogotá, Colombia

Industrial Engineering, 2011


• Bloomberg certification: Fixed income, equities, currencies (FX) and Commodities, 2010.

Relevant courses: Investment Valuation, Venture Finance, Corporative Finance, Family Business, Econometrics, Macroeconomics 3, Ecological Economy, Renewable energy, BoP markets, Negotiation.

Experience


Investment Consultant

• Coordinated the New Ventures Colombia portfolio compound by early stage high growth sme´s

in sectors like recycling, carbon offsetting, sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, and biofuels.

• Performed fundamental analysis, financial modeling, forecasted future earnings and cash flows.

• Supported deal structures, due diligence process, and deal execution.


• Created relevant partnerships to fill the lack of legal support to the enterprises at the deal execution.




B Corps Colombia, Bogotá D.C 09/2012-12/2012

Consultant






Junior Consultant





Financial Analyst


credit and debit cards in both franchise Visa and Master card; fees auctioned in the BVC.

• Created value for the bank, increasing profits (business units) in credit cards around 3.5 mm USD


Other

• Fluent in Spanish and English.





Timothy J. Silman 802.999.8796 • [email protected] • linkedin.com/in/timsilman

Education

2014 – 2015 UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, VT Master of Business Administration – expected August 2015 Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA (SEMBA) Beta Gamma Sigma, Nespresso Sustainability MBA Challenge 2015 Case Competition

2004 – 2006 GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY Washington, DC Master of Public Policy – concentration in Education and Social Welfare Policy Teaching Assistant – Advanced Program Evaluation Methods, 2006 – 2007

2000 – 2004 UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, VT Bachelor of Arts – double major in Economics and Sociology Magna Cum Laude, Honors College, Community Service Scholarship (full tuition)

Professional Experience

2015 – present BUSINESS STRATEGIST – POST-CONSUMER RECYCLING California & Vermont Novelis

Consulting engagement assessing the desirability of investing in automotive end-of-life take-back for the world’s largest aluminum recycler, through a partnership with the UVM SEMBA program.

2013 – 2015 RESEARCH ASSESSMENT CONSULTANT California & Vermont Independent Consultant

Provided data analysis and research assessment services. Clients and projects have included:

KIPP Foundation - Analyzed teacher survey data and created highly visual one-pagers from every KIPP region for the Research and Evaluation team. Scoped key research questions, identified data limitations, and proposed and implemented analytical solutions.

Mathematica Policy Research - Analyzed study methodologies and statistical findings, developed training materials for certification activities, and drafted summary reports on program impacts, for projects such as the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC).

2006 – 2012 RESEARCH ANALYST Washington, DC Mathematica Policy Research

Primary authorship on numerous policy briefs and program reports.

Planned, designed, and led analyses of management information system and attendance data across several projects. Supervised programming staff tasked with complex coding.

Led focus groups and interviews and conducted on-site program observations. Drafted interview protocols and observation scripts.

Interacted with a broad spectrum of stakeholders in a diversity of contexts, from prisoners to urban school principals, Navajo reservation members to Hasidic Head Start teachers.

Managed several projects conducted for government agencies, including a demonstration project for DHHS with a contract value exceeding $60 million. Tracked performance metrics, project deliverables, and oversaw budgeting and expenditures.

Activities and Interests

Conversational in Spanish

Extensive exposure to foreign markets (both emerging and developed), as well as states throughout the US.


https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsilman

WORK EXPERIENCE

Assess the feasibility of a used product marketplace for Burton hardgoods and create a business plan for implementation as part of MBA practicum. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive project outcomes. Leverage a circular business model to increase profitability and market share while simultaneously achieving company sustainability priorities.

SUSTAINABILITY ANALYST

At Burton Snowboards Burlington, VT 2015 MBA Candidate

Terrone

Jill

Dec 2014-

Aug 2015

EDUCATION

2015 MBA Candidate, University of Vermont School of Business,

Sustainable Entrepreneurship, 3.85 GPA

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, MBA

At University of Vermont Burlington, VT

Marketing Major, Professional Golf Management, Magna Cum Laude,

3.65 GPA, Golf Team, 4 years Division I collegiate competition

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, BBA

At Mississippi State University

1997-2014

EXPERIENCE AS A PGA GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Country Club of Vermont, Teaching Professional, 2005-2014

Desert Mountain Golf Club, Teaching Professional, 2010-2012

Ocean Reef Club, Teaching Professional, 2006-2009

David Leadbetter Golf Academy, Mission Hills Golf Club,

Overseas Teaching Professional, 2002-2004

Seawane Club, First Assistant Professional, 2000-2002

Carnival Cruise Lines, Onboard Director of Golf, 1998-1999

Centennial Golf Course, Head Golf Instructor, 1997-1998

Waterbury, VT

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

VOLUNTEER

CONTACT ME

Created diverse instructional programs resulting in 20%-50% increases in

participation rates. Achieved local media attention by creating an innovative women’s program

featured in the Stowe Reporter as well as local news. Built and maintained instructional website using WordPress featuring online

lesson signup that decreased no shows by 35%. Adapted programs to increase participation while simultaneously increasing

F&B’s bottom line. Created facility and golf school marketing materials that increased sales by

more than 50%. Marketed golf academy in Hong Kong and mainland China through

international golf shows, magazine articles, and public speaking engagements. Directed the golf program onboard a 2400 passenger cruise ship while

coordinating more than 200 international golf excursions and doubling revenues within the first four months onboard.

Assisted in the design, planning, and grand opening of $1.6 million instructional facility.

Awarded 2009 Vermont PGA Teacher of the Year.

Working in the golf industry has provided a diverse range of experience and transferable business skills including marketing, branding, strategy, and program development.

United Way of Chittenden

County, Consultant, Working

Bridges Program

First Tee Volunteer, Orchard

Elementary

Scottsdale, AZ

Communication

Problem Solving

Coaching & Instruction

Marketing

Sales

Google Applications

Microsoft Office

WordPress

Client Relationships

[email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/jillterrone

www.JillTerrone.com

Starkville, MS

Key Largo, FL

Hewlett Harbor, NY

Mexico & Caribbean

Oak Ridge, TN

2014-2015

1993-1997

PROFILE

Shenzhen, China

1997-2014

University of Vermont

Before heading back to school to complete my MBA, I spent the past 15 years in an instructional role within the golf industry. I was fortunate to develop valuable business skills including marketing, sales, and branding while focusing on developing client relationships. Moving forward I am looking to leverage my experience and skills and engage in new challenges and sustainable business solutions.

http://www.jillterrone.com/

http://www.jillterrone.com/

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