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David Szymanski

Blacksburg

Summary

Dedicated student with proven ability to collaborate effectively in team settings and excel in independent projects. Committed to continuous learning and applying new skills to enhance team performance. Demonstrated capacity to contribute positively to group dynamics and achieve collective goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Risk and Photography Chair

Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity
Blacksburg
09.2024 - Current
  • Foster diverse connections with active brothers in the Fraternity
  • Attend weekly meetings to learn about chapter and national news
  • Participate in community service through Greeks Giving Back and other organizations
  • Assist the chapter in decision-making processes regarding programs, and service activities

Photographer

Freelance
08.2024 - Current
  • Develop both digital and film photography skills through a variety of subjects
  • Photograph a variety of subjects including Street, Car, and Nature Photography
  • Work on photos and videos for multiple organizations and personal projects to post to social media

Crew

Sailing
Chicago
09.2020 - Current
  • Developed and learned new sailing skills to enhance my sailing ability in competition
  • Participated in Local, Regional, and National Sailing Competitions

Summer Intern

Essex Realty Group
Chicago
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Utilized various software and sites to search and update various databases
  • Attended workshops and trainings to give a deeper understanding of the Chicago real estate environment

Intern Prep Cook

Pescadero
Wilmette
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Prepared produce and seafood for dinner service
  • Collaborated with Head Chef to create dinner menus
  • Learned over 10+ recipes used for dinner service

Direct Sales Representative

Pescadero
Glenview
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Built and maintained customer relations by engaging with clients directly, and addressing concerns to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction
  • Conducted face-to-face sales presentations to promote painting services
  • Collaborated with team members and sales managers to share strategies and insights for ongoing improvement

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology Management

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2028

High School Diploma -

New Trier High School
Winnetka, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • English
  • French
  • Database management
  • Research and analysis
  • Data evaluation
  • Digital photography

Leadership Experience

  • Photography Chair, Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity, Blacksburg, VA, 09/24, Present, Foster diverse connections with active brothers in the Fraternity, Attend weekly meetings to learn about chapter and national news, Participate in community service through Greeks Giving Back and other organizations, Assist the chapter in decision-making processes regarding programs, and service activities
  • Crew, Sailing, Chicago, IL, 09/20, Present, Developed and learned new sailing skills to enhance my sailing ability in competition, Participated in Local, Regional, and National Sailing Competitions

Timeline

Summer Intern

Essex Realty Group
06.2025 - 08.2025

Risk and Photography Chair

Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity
09.2024 - Current

Photographer

Freelance
08.2024 - Current

Intern Prep Cook

Pescadero
04.2024 - 05.2024

Direct Sales Representative

Pescadero
04.2023 - 05.2023

Crew

Sailing
09.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology Management

Virginia Tech

High School Diploma -

New Trier High School