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Charles S. Thompson

Boise,ID

Summary

A highly motivated and ambitious professional with a diverse background in sales, firefighting, and team leadership. Proven ability to excel in competitive environments, demonstrated by winning sales competitions and earning academic honors. Possesses strong communication, strategic planning, and operational management skills, seeking to leverage these abilities in a challenging new role.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

The Merch Crew
08.2025 - Current
  • Travel between retail locations to stock, organize, and merchandise various goods.
  • Ensure product quality and presentation standards are consistently met to drive sales.

Vice President

Alpha Kappa Psi, Boise State Chapter
08.2025 - Current
  • Serve as the second-in-command for the chapter, collaborating with the President on all operational and strategic initiatives.
  • Empower committee leaders to achieve their goals, fostering organizational efficiency and professional growth for all members.

Inside Sales Intern

Motorola Solutions
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Distinguished as the winner of the "Call of the Summer" award for outstanding sales call performance.
  • Won the company's "Shark Tank" competition by successfully pitching the V200 body-worn camera.
  • Contributed to key projects across multiple teams, including Sales Development Representative (SDR), Marketing Call Center, Inside Territory Sales, and Inside Channel Account Management.

Wildland Firefighter

Washington State Department of Natural Resources
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Performed critical aspects of fire suppression including constructing fire lines, operating firefighting equipment, and concisely coordinating with fellow firefighters.
  • Monitored vital resources such as water, fuel, and equipment to enhance the efficiency of fire suppression.
  • Worked alongside other fire suppression agencies to ensure maximum safety in high-risk settings.

Server

Walla Walla Steak Co.
02.2022 - 11.2022
  • Performed tableside cooking, provided exceptional guest service, and worked on a percentage-based sales commission model.
  • Anticipated the needs of guests and provided personalized recommendations to enhance their dining experience.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets while maintaining a focus on delivering memorable guest service.

Lead Landscape & Irrigation Technician

Hedrick's Floral, Greenhouse & Nursery
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Optimized progress of commercial and residential landscaping and irrigation projects by supervising two employees.
  • Executed the installation of retaining walls, sprinkler systems, and rock walls.
  • Conducted repairs on irrigation systems for both commercial and residential properties.

Landscaper & Curber

Long Irrigation & Curbing
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Constructed concrete curbing on residential properties.
  • Performed general lawn maintenance on commercial and residential properties.
  • Conducted repairs on irrigation systems for both commercial and residential properties.

Education

International Business BBA -

Boise State University
Boise, Idaho
12-2026

Study Abroad

The American University of Rome
Rome, Italy
05-2025

Associate's Degree - Communications

Community Colleges of Spokane
Spokane, WA
08.2023

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Whitman College
Walla Walla, WA

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Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA

Skills

  • Proficient in CRM software
  • Customer engagement
  • Organizational leadership skills
  • Excel spreadsheet management
  • Google Workspace proficiency
  • Salesforcecom
  • Vendor relations
  • Trend identification

Awards & Honors

  • Valedictorian: Colville High School, 2021
  • Gold Community Service Award: Colville High School, 2021
  • 1st Team All-League, Colville High School Baseball, 2021 - LHP

Timeline

Merchandiser

The Merch Crew
08.2025 - Current

Vice President

Alpha Kappa Psi, Boise State Chapter
08.2025 - Current

Inside Sales Intern

Motorola Solutions
05.2025 - 08.2025

Wildland Firefighter

Washington State Department of Natural Resources
06.2023 - 10.2023

Server

Walla Walla Steak Co.
02.2022 - 11.2022

Lead Landscape & Irrigation Technician

Hedrick's Floral, Greenhouse & Nursery
03.2020 - 08.2021

Landscaper & Curber

Long Irrigation & Curbing
04.2019 - 08.2019

Associate's Degree - Communications

Community Colleges of Spokane

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Whitman College

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Central Washington University

International Business BBA -

Boise State University

Study Abroad

The American University of Rome

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