Amelia Eckardt

Self-motivated high school Senior in Running Start (Early College Dual Credit Enrollment Program) working toward an associate degree in business while completing high school. Pursuing my interest in the intersection of business, corporate philanthropy, and public policy.

Founded Mount Si High School's annual Lead4Change project

• Coordinated team of 25 students to provide 250+ meals to only homeless shelter in Snoqualmie Valley.
• Team was one of seven to be selected out of 212 student organizations to receive $1000 Special Prize Grant.

Business Leadership Community (BLC) Co-President at Bellevue College

• Collaborated with officer team of eight in the development of professional and educational events.
• Coordinated project tasks with other officers.

Model United Nations Co-Founder and Co-President at Mount Si High School

• Developed position paper, research, and public speaking guides to prepare members for competition.
• Expanded club to over 30 students.

DECA Co-Vice President at Mount Si High School

• Created and implemented competition exam study guide to improve student test scores.
• Organized club meetings for over 50 members.

• College Board’s National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program Scholar
• Lead4Change $1000 Special Prize Grant
• Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
• DECA: First place in Restaurant and Food Service Management and Highest Test Score at regional competition; 2x state competition qualifier
• Model United Nations: Best Delegate and Best Debater at school conference