Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
Volunteer Work
References
Timeline
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Cole Fritz

Clemson,SC

Summary

Professional with a proven track record as a Manager at Ben and Jerry's, excelling in team leadership and training development. Recognized as Youth Soccer Referee of the Year in South Carolina, demonstrating exceptional conflict resolution and decision-making skills. Committed to fostering teamwork and enhancing operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Semi-Professional Soccer Referee

USSF
Charleston, South Carolina
01.2022 - Current
  • I have refereed the top youth levels in the country, as well as UPSL and USL matches.
  • UPSL and USL are semi-professional soccer leagues, for which I have traveled to different parts of SC and NC.
  • I was named Youth Soccer Referee of the Year for South Carolina.
  • Working as a soccer referee taught me discipline, teamwork, and many important principles that can apply to any workplace.

Manager

Ben And Jerrys Ice Creams
Johns Island, South Carolina
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Managed team schedules to optimize staffing and workflow efficiency.
  • Developed training programs for new employees to enhance skill sets.
  • Managed the store for many 10- to 12-hour shifts, where I oversaw ten or more employees.

Education

High School Diploma -

Academic Magnet
North Charleston, SC
05-2025

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Decision making
  • Youth mentoring
  • Training development
  • Referee grade 8 certification

Affiliations

  • Club Ultimate Frisbee for Clemson
  • Collegiate DECA for Clemson
  • Cyber Security Team Captain for Academic Magnet
  • High School Academic Team
  • High School Varsity Basketball
  • High School Varsity Track
  • CIRA Club at Clemson

Accomplishments

  • Clemson University Honors College
  • 2025 South Carolina Youth Referee of the Year
  • High School Varsity Track Captain
  • 2025 Manager of the Summer Award at Ben and Jerry's
  • AP Scholar with Distinction
  • High School AP Capstone Diploma

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Volunteer Work

  • Ran a neighborhood lawn mowing business where I gave free/heavily discounted lawn cutting services to elderly neighbors
  • 100+ Hours of community service during high school in a variety of settings

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager

Ben And Jerrys Ice Creams
04.2024 - 05.2025

Semi-Professional Soccer Referee

USSF
01.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Academic Magnet