Arjun Patel
San Antonio,TX
Summary
High-achieving high school student who recently developed and implemented an innovative, successful business plan. Proactive and caring student with years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Leads day-to-day activities while also looking for opportunities to make a difference. Top-notch Club President with solid experience managing operations, finances and personnel.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
DECA Member
04.2023 - Current
- Created a new, innovative startup with 20 page plan, solely handled the financial research and presented at DECA. Devised and presented business and financial plans.
- Final score for business plan at DECA District: 56/60
- Final score for business plan at DECA State: 56/60.
DECA Vice President of Campaigns - District 2
08.2023 - Current
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
- Campaign manager for former DECA District 2 President running for State.
- Created new innovative startup with 20 page plan, solely handled the financial research and presented at DECA. Devised and presented business and financial plans and forecasts to board of directors.
TED-Ed President
04.2023 - Current
- Founded the first TED-Ed Club at Johnson High School
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Grew membership by 30 members within 8 weeks of inception.
- Held monthly meetings encouraging public speaking, data analysis and research.
Debate Team Captain
08.2022 - Current
- Secured tournament victories through diligent research and comprehensive evidence preparation.
- Encouraged leadership development among senior debaters by assigning responsibilities such as organizing events or leading practice sessions.
- Developed strong communication skills in debaters with focused training on public speaking techniques.
- Cultivated a positive team culture by celebrating successes, learning from setbacks, and emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship in competition.
Tutor, Debate
08.2022 - Current
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate middle school debate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results .
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
Education
Claudia Taylor Lady Bird Johnson High School
San Antonio, TX05.2025
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Public Speaking
- Supervision and leadership
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Extensive experience researching debate topics (4 years)
- Mentoring and coaching
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Calm under pressure
- Avid guitarist, 10 years
- Conversational Spanish & Hindi
Accomplishments
DECA Districts, placed in Top 5 teams for Independent Business Plan Event, 11th
DECA State Qualified for Independent Business Plan Event, 11th
Genius Olympiad participant for innovative business plans, 11th
Debate accomplishments:
Qualified in Lincoln Douglas Debate to TFA State, 10th and 11th
Qualified in Cross Examination Debate to TFA Debate State, 11th
Qualified in Extemporaneous Debate to NSDA Nationals, 10th
Qualified in Lincoln Douglas Debate to NSDA Nationals, 11th
Semifinalist at Reagan Dutch Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)
Top Speaker at Reagan Dutch Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)
1st Place at The Saved By the Bell Tower Classic at Saint Mary's Hall Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)
2nd Place at Boerne Champion TFA Speech and Debate Tournament for Public Forum Debate (10th)
Quarter-finalist at Central Texas District Speech and Debate Tournament in Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)
2nd Place at Reagan Dutch Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)
2nd Place at Boerne Champion TFA Speech and Debate Tournament for Cross Examination Debate (11th)
1st Place at Langham Creek Lobo Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Cross Examination Debate (11th)
1st Place at Roosevelt TFA Teddy Tussle Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)
Top Speaker at Roosevelt TFA Teddy Tussle Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)
1st Place at Central Texas District Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)
1st place Riverside Golf Tournament (10th)
3rd place NEISD Golf Winterfest Invitational (9th)
EXPERIENCES/CAMPS
Texas Debate Collective Camp, summer 2022
Hindu Heritage Camp, summer 2023
NSD Philadelphia Debate Camp @ Bryn Mawr College, summer 2021
Duke TIP qualified, summer 2020
ID Tech Coding camp, summer 2020
A&M Sports page blogger, 2022-current
Chinmaya Mission San Antonio 2018-current (every Sunday)
Academic memberships
Debate Club 9th-current
Culture Appreciation Club 9th-10th
National Honor Society, 11th-current
TED-Ed Club 11th-current
Math Olympiad Club 11th-current
Philosophy Club 11th-current
Timeline
DECA Vice President of Campaigns - District 2
08.2023 - Current
DECA Member
04.2023 - Current
TED-Ed President
04.2023 - Current
Debate Team Captain
08.2022 - Current
Tutor, Debate
08.2022 - Current
Claudia Taylor Lady Bird Johnson High School