Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Qualifications
Community Serivce & Volunteer Serivces
Interests
Skills
Timeline
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Benjamin Suh

Valley Village,CA

Summary

With a strong foundation in leadership and strategic planning, eager to learn and develop in a military environment. Ability to quickly grasp complex protocols and operational strategies to deliver precision and discipline. Ready to utilize and enhance leadership and organizational skills as a future Service Academy Cadet and Officer of USAFA.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

JROTC Cadet Command Sergeant Major

Van Nuys Senior High School
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accountability for all equipment assigned to the unit, illustrating responsible management capabilities.
  • Supervised daily physical training sessions for subordinate Cadets, displaying strong motivational aptitude.
  • Successfully led a platoon of 30 Cadets in multiple training exercises, demonstrating strong leadership and
    organizational skills.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings with subordinates, displaying exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Built effective chain of command to develop positive command climate.

Go The Extra Mile (Running) Club- President

Van Nuys High School
08.2024 - Current
  • Improved club's visibility by participating in local and regional events. Griffith Park Resolution Run and Mt. Hollywood 8K.
  • Participated in 5K, 8K and Half Marathons in 2024 and raised monetary donations of $500 for West LA Veterans Hospital. Ultimate goal is to raise $1000 in 2025.
  • Established relationships with club members and maintained positive club standing with trustworthy actions and professionalism.
  • Fostered culture of inclusivity and diversity among all members.

Junior Varsity Golf Team-Captain

Van Nuys High School
02.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined communication between coaching staff and players, ensuring clear and effective dissemination of strategies and feedback.
  • Organized and managed team schedules to ensure optimal attendance at all games and practices, boosting team preparedness.
  • Monitored and analyzed player performance data to customize training and development plans, leading to improved individual and team performance.
  • Maintained 95% attendance of all players throughout Spring tournament season.

Ukulele Club-President

Van Nuys High School
08.2023 - Current
  • Increased club membership by implementing targeted recruitment strategies and hosting engaging events. Member ship increased from 5 to 10 members in 2025.
  • Established relationships with club members and maintained positive club standing with trustworthy actions and professionalism.
  • Enhanced member satisfaction, conducting regular feedback sessions to identify and address concerns.
  • Fostered spirit of music among fellow members.
  • Planning and scheduling performance schedules at Veterans Hospital and Veterans Senior facilities.

Model United Nations Delegate

Van Nuys Senior High School
09.2022 - Current
  • Recognized for outstanding contributions as a delegate, receiving two Outstanding Position Paper awards in 2022 (BruinMUN) and 2023(VRMUN) throughout tenure with the team.
  • Participated in a total of 4 MUN conferences between 2022-2024.
  • Competed in +10 Regional debate competitions.

National Honor Society Member

National Association and of Secondary School Pr.
09.2022 - Current
  • Championed volunteerism within the society, creating a culture of community involvement among members.
  • Participated in 5 service activities such as school and beach cleanups and blood drives.

Key Club Member

Key Club International
08.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded community outreach programs that directly impacted local residents'' lives positively.
  • Volunteered at +20 events at Elementary schools and Park and Beach Clean Up events.

JROTC Administrative Non-Commissioned Officer

Van Nuys High School
09.2024 - 06.2026
  • Assisted the Battalion Adjutant Officer
  • Performed oversight and adjustment for the JROTC Company binders
  • Managed the JROTC cadet portfolios

Junior State of America

Junior State of America Foundation
09.2022 - 08.2024

As a member of JSA I acquired the knowledge to be an effective debater through Mock Congresses and acquired leadership skills. I attended JSA Spring State which promoted active exchange of ideas through students debates and problem solving activities.

JROTC Charlie Company Executive Officer

Van Nuys High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Led company of 33 new cadets throughout the school year.
  • Mentored junior cadets by offering guidance on time management, study habits, dress code adherence or any other aspect of maintaining a successful experience within the program.
  • Handled all paperwork and data files regarding the company and cadet's personal information.

JROTC Charlie Company First Sergeant

Van Nuys High School
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Supervised and mentored cadets in the development of leadership, discipline, and teamwork skills.
  • Assisted in the organization and execution of training schedules, ceremonies, and special events.
  • Conducted daily accountability and inspections to ensure cadets adhered to uniform and personal appearance standards.
  • Maintained detailed administrative records, including attendance, performance evaluations, and cadet promotions.

JROTC Echo Company First Sergeant

Van Nuys High School
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supervised and mentored cadets in the development of leadership, discipline, and teamwork skills.
  • Assisted in the organization and execution of training schedules, ceremonies, and special events.
  • Conducted daily accountability and inspections to ensure cadets adhered to uniform and personal appearance standards.
  • Maintained detailed administrative records, including attendance, performance evaluations, and cadet promotions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Van Nuys Highschool
Van Nuys, CA
05-2026

Qualifications

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proven leadership skills within multiple leadership positions.

Ability to listen diligently and apply what is learned.

Ability to contribute in productive manner that incites progress and positive change.

Open to constructive criticism for personal and professional growth.

Dependable and Responsible

Flexible and Adaptive

Community Serivce & Volunteer Serivces

JROTC Event- Courtesy Patrol Hours

  • Assisted the JROTC program and Van Nuys High School during public events
  • Exhibited professionalism and kindness during my work
  • Accumulated over 150+ hours of service hours


West LA Veterans Hospital- Patient Escort Services                                             

Los Angeles, CA    July 2024 - Present

  • Assisted and accompanied veterans of all military branches within hospital boundaries.
  • Exhibited empathy and politeness during my interactions earning consistent praise from patients.
  • Collaborated with other Patient Escort Service workers to support nurses and medical staff.
  • Responded promptly to phone calls and arrived diligently to assist all patients.
  • Accumulated over +40 hours of volunteer hours.


Campaign Volunteer for Mayor Nan Noya Wang- Alhambra City Council Election     

 Alhambra, CA      June 2024 - November 2024


  • Canvassed over +350 residents knocking on every door and business every weekend.
  • Distributed over 500 flyers with vital information regarding candidate, Nan Noya Wang.
  • Provided candidate policy information to +350 registered voters in designated precinct and actively urged and promoted residents to vote.
  • Entered canvassing notes into PDI database on a weekly basis.
  • Vital member of a successful campaign that resulted in Nan Noya Wang winning a city council seat by a landslide on November 5th, 2024.


Interests

  • Three years of Varsity Golf (Competed in various golf tournaments since elementary school)
  • Boxing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Weight lifting
  • Running
  • Music: Ukulele, Bass guitar, Violin, Piano and Guitar
  • Photography

Skills

Planning and Development

Event coordination and execution

Project Management

Media Relations

Video Directing, Production and Editing

Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, MAC, PC, IMovie, Excel

Social Media Management


Timeline

JROTC Administrative Non-Commissioned Officer

Van Nuys High School
09.2024 - 06.2026

JROTC Cadet Command Sergeant Major

Van Nuys Senior High School
08.2024 - Current

Go The Extra Mile (Running) Club- President

Van Nuys High School
08.2024 - Current

Junior Varsity Golf Team-Captain

Van Nuys High School
02.2024 - Current

Ukulele Club-President

Van Nuys High School
08.2023 - Current

JROTC Charlie Company Executive Officer

Van Nuys High School
08.2023 - 05.2024

JROTC Charlie Company First Sergeant

Van Nuys High School
08.2023 - 09.2023

Model United Nations Delegate

Van Nuys Senior High School
09.2022 - Current

National Honor Society Member

National Association and of Secondary School Pr.
09.2022 - Current

Junior State of America

Junior State of America Foundation
09.2022 - 08.2024

Key Club Member

Key Club International
08.2022 - Current

JROTC Echo Company First Sergeant

Van Nuys High School
05.2022 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

Van Nuys Highschool
Benjamin Suh