Ben Barylak
Cumming
Summary
Dynamic and driven high school student with a 4.0+ GPA, strong test scores, and a proven commitment to excellence. Varsity athlete, part-time employee, and dedicated weekly community volunteer eager to thrive in the University of Georgia’s distinguished turf management program. Passionate about leadership, hard work, and making a positive impact at school, among peers, and in the broader community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Intern
Browns Bridge Church
09.2025 - Current
- Planned and executed weekly programs for high school ministry, engaging 300+ students.
- Enhanced public speaking and leadership abilities through presentations to 100+ students.
- Gained insight into the financial and organizational side of church operations from a business perspective.
Crew Leader
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream
05.2025 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed communication and problem solving skills with customers and team members.
- Trained new employees and perform store closing procedures.
Sales Representatives
Rugged and Refined Men's Store
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed interpersonal and sales skills by engaging with customers, listening to their needs, and providing personalized extras to increase sales.
- Gained experience with the execution of point-of-sale transactions, payment processing, and store close balance process.
- Facilitated inventory management through restocking shelves, building displays for new arrivals, and keeping the store organized during busy shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Forsyth High School
Cumming, GA05.2026
Skills
- Leadership
- Community Engagement
- Complex Problem Solving
- Time Management Skills
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
- Browns Bridge Church, Transit Leader, Cumming, GA, 2023-08, Present, Mentor and lead a group of middle school boys during their 6th-8th school years., Developed interpersonal and leadership skills., Planned and implemented weekly group sessions.
- Mission Trip, Tumu Tumu, Kenya, 2025-06, 2025-06, Served on a 10 day mission trip to Tumu Tumu, Kenya, Partnered with the local charity to plant trees, improve water supplies, and help the community gain better access to health care.
- Lighthouse Family Retreat, Saint Simons, GA, 2024-07, 2024-07, Served on a week long mission trip to help children with cancer have an unforgettable vacation., Planned and implemented daily activities for children., Further developed communication skills during difficult situations.
Timeline
Senior Intern
Browns Bridge Church
09.2025 - Current
Crew Leader
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream
05.2025 - Current
Sales Representatives
Rugged and Refined Men's Store
05.2024 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
South Forsyth High School