David Kruse
Irvine,USA
Summary
Dynamic entrepreneur and former Director at Concordia Business Plan Competition, skilled in business development and analytics. Successfully founded Stu N' Kru LLC, securing funding and enhancing client relations through a developed CRM protocol. Proven ability to lead teams and engage clients, complemented by excellent people skills and proficiency in data visualization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder
Stu N' Kru LLC
Irvine, USA
2024.01 - Current
- Founded start-up specializing in selling specialty cooking appliances.
- Recruited Board of Advisors to provide strategic guidance.
- Secured funding to support business growth and operations.
- Developed CRM protocol to enhance client handling throughout sales process.
Resident Assistant (RA)
Concordia University Residence Life
Irvine, USA
2022.01 - 2024.12
- Enjoyed directing and assisting 35 residents to acclimate to higher-ed and have a productive experience.
Director
Concordia Business Plan Competition
Irvine, USA
2021.01 - 2023.12
- Tasked by faculty to manage and execute this undergraduate version of 'Shark Tank,'
- Led a team of three
- Coordinated speakers, mentors, and judges
- Managed a budget of $25,000.
Staff Photographer
Dolphin Quest Hawaii
Waikoloa, USA
2023.06 - 2023.08
- Engaged with clients to optimize sales through advanced editing and formatting, increasing package revenues
Education
B.A - Marketing, Global Studies
Concordia University
Irvine, CA05.2025
Skills
- Full Microsoft Suite with Data Visualization
- Excellent people skills
- Analytics
- Sales experience
- Solid work ethic
- Business development
Certification
- Digital Advertising Certification - HubSpot
- Digital Marketing Certification - HubSpot
- Inbound Certification - HubSpot
International Experience
Israel, Cambodia, Thailand, Rwanda, Tanzania, Greece, Italy, Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, Spain, Costa Rica, 2023 'Around the World Semester', Included classes, study, and service work in 11 countries, received the 'Servant Heart Award.'
Timeline
Founder
Stu N' Kru LLC
2024.01 - Current
Staff Photographer
Dolphin Quest Hawaii
2023.06 - 2023.08
Resident Assistant (RA)
Concordia University Residence Life
2022.01 - 2024.12
Director
Concordia Business Plan Competition
2021.01 - 2023.12
B.A - Marketing, Global Studies
Concordia University