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Aiden Koester

Goodrich

Summary

Relentless self-starter and proven leader with a track record of building businesses from the ground up — including generating $103,000+ in revenue as a Branch Manager at Young Entrepreneurs Across America. I thrive in high-pressure environments, learn fast, and lead teams to exceed goals — completing 43 projects with a 52% SSR rate. I bring energy, adaptability, and belief not only in myself, but also in the people around me.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Young Entrepreneurs Across America
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Built and managed a successful exterior painting business from scratch, generating over $103,000 in revenue during one summer.
  • Led a team of five painters, overseeing 43 completed projects and maintaining a 52% sales close rate across 80+ presentations.
  • Invested 140+ hours in strategic marketing efforts, including door-to-door marketing and flyer distribution, resulting in a steady pipeline of clients.
  • Created and maintained a detailed Excel sheet tracking leads, estimates, and sales metrics to analyze and optimize performance.
  • Supported team members in earning over $28,000 collectively, fostering their personal and professional growth.

Entrepreneur

Pinpoint Pressure Washing
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • Launched and grew a pressure washing business from a side hustle to a fully licensed LLC over the course of two years, driven by customer acquisition and word-of-mouth marketing.
  • Successfully managed all aspects of the business, including marketing, customer service, and operational logistics, booking an average of four jobs per week at peak.
  • Gained valuable insights into failure, perseverance, and self-reliance, learning that success in business is directly tied to personal effort and adaptability.
  • Resulted in 28 completed jobs over a two summer span.

Server

The Wyndgate Country Club
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure a good experience.

Tent Installer

Valley Tent Rental
04.2020 - 04.2021

Chair lift operator

Mt. Holly Ski Resort
01.2019 - 01.2021

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising | Minor in Entrepreneurship

Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
05-2025

Skills

  • Networking
  • Strong work ethic
  • Contract negotiator
  • Organized
  • Decision-making
  • Strong communicator
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Fast learner

Extra Curricular Activities

Theta Chi Fraternity, Michigan State University

  • Served as New Member Recruiter, successfully identifying and engaging prospective members, strengthening the fraternity’s network, and fostering a strong sense of community.
  • Held the role of Philanthropy Chair, organizing creative fundraising events that supported local causes while enhancing the fraternity’s presence on campus.
  • Developed and leveraged relationships with students, alumni, and local businesses to drive engagement, event participation, and fundraising success.

Timeline

Branch Manager

Young Entrepreneurs Across America
01.2024 - 10.2024

Entrepreneur

Pinpoint Pressure Washing
03.2022 - 01.2024

Server

The Wyndgate Country Club
04.2021 - 09.2021

Tent Installer

Valley Tent Rental
04.2020 - 04.2021

Chair lift operator

Mt. Holly Ski Resort
01.2019 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising | Minor in Entrepreneurship

Michigan State University

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