Blaise Carney
Ave Maria,FL
Summary
High capacity leader with relentless work ethic and particularly talented in high level networking and influence. Comfortable, confident, and effective in my self made network of many 7-8-9 figure net worth individuals. A scholarship Track & Field athlete consistently taking the maximum course load, currently running and developing a not-for-profit and business development for a major publisher, regularly tapped for leadership roles by university executives, including the president. On track to complete B.A. and M.A. Theology in a total of 4.5 years, with my first real estate investment exit in winter 2025.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Ignatius Book Club
Ave Maria, FL
11.2024 - Current
- Recruited and hired by Fr. Joseph Fessio SJ
- Developing the business plan for a new disruptive product line for Ignatius Press.
- Responsible for researching the market, creating a comprehensive business proposal, developing the product, and overseeing the ongoing operations of the new business line.
Founder and CEO
Fumus et Ratio
Ave Maria, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Founded an organization promoting and inspiring gentlemen's class, virtue, and holiness by way of premium cigars and rich discourse.
- Currently building out the organization’s brand, non-profit structure, and operational systems to scale.
- Secured high-profile speakers, including:
- Roger Stone // Advisor to President Trump
- Dr. Alan Harrelson // Founder of The Pipe Cottage Media
- Gary Rabine // Founder & CEO of Rabine Group and 11 other companies
Financial Advisor Intern
Northwestern Mutual
Tyler, Texas
05.2024 - 08.2024
- "The hardest working intern we've had in the program." - Blake Gunderson Managing Director Rockwall, TX
- Qualified for the Annual Meeting faster than any intern in region history
- Built strong connections with high-profile business leaders, including:
- Michael McClinchie // Head of US Fixed Income Trading, J.P Morgan Asset Management
- Kevin Singh // Owner, Icarus Jet
- Glenn Mattson // Renowned Executive Coach
- Tim Gerend // CEO, Northwestern Mutual
- Antonio Unanue // Founder, P1 Exotics
Medical Assistant
Cadenza Medical Clinic
Ave Maria, FL
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Streamlined office efficiency by restructuring processes, documents, and technology. Made everything in the office work better and faster for all employees and patient throughput.
- Ran front desk including sales, scheduling, and customer service.
- Co-host for media appearances and community public speaking events
Education
Theology Major (4+1 Master's Program)
Ave Maria University
12-2025
Skills
- Business Development & Fundraising
- Event Organization & Networking
- Financial Advisory & Sales Expertise
- Public Speaking & Leadership
- Strategic Relationship Building
- Project Management & Team Oversight
References
- Michael Caputo: michaelrcaputo@gmail.com
- Dr. Seana McGuire: 239-641-1104
- Daniel Schreck: 917-364-1668
- David Costanzo: 703-869-1169
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Ignatius Book Club
11.2024 - Current
Financial Advisor Intern
Northwestern Mutual
05.2024 - 08.2024
Founder and CEO
Fumus et Ratio
04.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Cadenza Medical Clinic
05.2023 - 10.2023
Theology Major (4+1 Master's Program)
Ave Maria University
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