Well-educated and personable leader seeking admission into your law school.

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration, Finance concentration, Augustana College Rock Island, IL

  Graduated Cum Laude in 2005 with a 3.64 overall GPA (3.95 major GPA).

  Earned Dean s List Honors all four years.

  Captain of the Rugby Team, 2005.

Firefighter and Paramedic, Cicero and Bellwood, IL Fire Department 2009-Present

  Demonstrate sound judgment and quick thinking while responding to a variety of life or death emergencies, including fires and individuals in need of immediate rescue or medical attention.

  Build and maintain rapport with adults while leading Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training instruction.

  Showcase solid oral presentation and public speaking skills to educate young children about fire safety.

Outside Sales Representative, Medisca, Inc. June 2013-Oct. 2014

  Displayed a proven ability to persuasively sell compounding pharmaceutical supplies to decision makers at pharmacies across the State of Illinois.

  Educated pharmacy owners about products and also explained the benefits of updating their lab equipment.

  Exceeded sales performance by selling more than 50% over quota.

Credit Analyst, GE Capital Finance and MB Financial Bank June 2005-June 2008

  Gained the trust, confidence and respect of clientele seeking to secure a mortgage loan.

  Analyzed the financial statements and tax returns of new and existing customers to determine credit worthiness.

  Discussed business plans and strategies with business owners.

  Initiated a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet that helped speed up the underwriting process for loans under $500,000.

Union Steward (Elected Position), Cicero Local 717; current role

  Showcase strong communication skills while serving as a representative of the union.

  Work closely with the union s legal council and board members regarding the pension fund.

  Analyze actuarial formulations and pension fund fiduciary findings on behalf of the union s legal council.

  Display excellent persuasive skills while participating in contract negotiations for insurance services.

Pension Fund Trustee (Elected Position), Cicero Fire Department; current role

  Demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration on a five-person board.

  Ensure the department is maximizing a $30 million investment portfolio.

  Listen to information shared during disability pension hearings and place votes.

Volunteer, Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)

Volunteer, Fill the Boot charity
Age Group Championship Qualifier, USA Triathlon; 2014-2015

Regional Qualifier, Crossfit Games; 2012

Triathlon Finisher, Madison Ironman; 2011