Blake Staats
Eugene
Summary
Motivated finance student with leadership experience, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to drive operational efficiency. Known for innovative problem solving, clear communication, and effective team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President & Co-Founder
Elevation Oregon
10.2024 - Current
- Manage organizational operations including event budgeting, membership records, and communication workflows for a 100+ member organization.
- Maintain accurate internal financial tracking to support decision-making and resource allocation.
- Implement structured systems for logistics, documentation, and outreach to improve operational efficiency.
Referee (Head Official)
Underdog Sports League
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Tracked and recorded game time statistics for 20+ teams, ensuring accuracy under strict deadlines.
- Communicated decisions clearly to resolve discrepancies and maintain professional standards.
- Strengthened decision-making, data accuracy, and situational analysis in fast-paced environments.
Football Camp Leader
Bishop Blanchet High School
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Coordinated logistics and drills for 200+ participants, demonstrating strong planning and organization.
- Maintained structured communication across multiple age groups in dynamic settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Oregon, Lundquist College of Business
Eugene, OR06.2028
Skills
- Financial management and accounting basics
- Data entry & data analysis
- Microsoft Excel (Certified), Word, Outlook
- QuickBooks familiarity
- Organizational systems & documentation
- Team collaboration & communication
Accomplishments
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps), Microsoft | 2025.
- Underdog Scholarship — Underdog Sports League | 2024
Timeline
Vice President & Co-Founder
Elevation Oregon
10.2024 - Current
Referee (Head Official)
Underdog Sports League
10.2023 - 09.2025
Football Camp Leader
Bishop Blanchet High School
06.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Oregon, Lundquist College of Business