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Chris Zouras

Chris Zouras

Vernon Hills,IL

Summary

Incoming UIUC Gies student and National Oratorical Winner with a strong foundation in servant-leadership and quantitative analysis. As an Altar Boy Captain and camp counselor, I specialize in translating concepts into clear guidance to serve the community. I leverage a disciplined work ethic and a philotimo mindset to deliver results in collaborative environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

USA Hockey Referee

USA Hockey / IHOA
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked 175+ games (2025-26 Season) Youth, High school, College, and Adult League games
  • NAHL Combine Participant - Highly selective program for determined officials to advance to high levels
  • Enforced game rules and regulations to maintain fair play during matches.
  • Mediated disputes between players, coaches, and spectators effectively.
  • Collaborated with officiating team to ensure consistent decision-making across games.
  • Worked 130+ games (2024-25 Season)
  • Worked 100 games (2023-24 Season)

Acolyte Captain

Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church
Lincolnshire, IL
08.2022 - Current
  • Manage and oversee a team of 18 acolytes to ensure coordinated participation during liturgical services.
  • Maintain a dedicated presence at weekly Sunday services and major feast days to assist clergy with altar responsibilities.

Finance Chair - GOYA

Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church
Lincolnshire, IL
08.2025 - 06.2026

Volunteer

  • Directed the financial operations and record-keeping for the high school youth leadership body.
  • Orchestrated multiple parish fundraisers and secured donations from local businesses to support youth ministry excursions (raised over $12k)
  • Developed a balanced budget for a high-profile trip to New York by integrating registration fees, donations, and estimated event costs.
  • Researched and gathered cost estimates for complex travel logistics, including flights, hotels, and ground transportation.

Camp Counselor in Training

Antiochian Village Camp
Bolivar, PA
07.2025 - 08.2025

Volunteer

  • Led daily camp activities, fostering teamwork and communication among campers.

Baseball Umpire

Vernon Hills Park District
Vernon Hills, IL
04.2020 - 07.2022

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance + Data Science

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2030

High School Diploma -

Carmel Catholic High School
Mundelein, IL
05-2026

Skills

  • Communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Role Model
  • Mentor
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Game management

Accomplishments

1st Place - National St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival

Certification

  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare and Public Safety (BLS) through American Heart Association
  • Teen Mental Health First Aid Certified through National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Timeline

Finance Chair - GOYA

Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church
08.2025 - 06.2026

Camp Counselor in Training

Antiochian Village Camp
07.2025 - 08.2025

USA Hockey Referee

USA Hockey / IHOA
08.2023 - Current

Acolyte Captain

Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church
08.2022 - Current

Baseball Umpire

Vernon Hills Park District
04.2020 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Finance + Data Science

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

High School Diploma -

Carmel Catholic High School