Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
State of Tennessee Proclamation
Timeline
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DeMaris Henderson Jr

Waterloo,IA

Summary

Experienced in high-paced environments and developed strong organizational and multitasking abilities in collaborative settings. Transitioning into a new field, leveraging skills in project management and communication. Aiming to bring meticulous attention to detail and resourcefulness to new and challenging roles.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

State Chair

Young Americans For Liberty
08.2025 - Current

Political Affairs Intern

Tennessee General Assembly
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Researched legislative issues to support policy analysis and recommendations.
  • Assisted in drafting information for meetings with policymakers
  • Monitored current events and legislative developments relevant to organizational priorities.
  • Coordinated outreach efforts for community engagement initiatives and events.
  • Supported senior staff in policy analysis, leading to the development of well-informed strategies for the organization.

Research Assistant

Mayor's Office
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Conducted literature reviews to support research projects and enhance data collection methods.
  • Assisted in designing experiments, ensuring adherence to protocols and compliance standards.
  • Analyzed quantitative data using statistical software, contributing to the accuracy of research findings.
  • Collaborated with team members to prepare reports and presentations for the city

Political Intern

Iowa General Assembly
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in organizing community outreach events to raise awareness of political initiatives.
  • Drafted correspondence and reports to communicate with constituents effectively.
  • Supported administrative tasks, maintaining schedules and managing documentation efficiently.
  • Engaged with constituents through social media platforms to gather feedback and concerns.

Political Campaigner

Vivek Ramaswamy Presidential Campaign
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed campaign messaging and materials to engage target audiences effectively.
  • Coordinated grassroots outreach efforts to mobilize volunteers and increase voter engagement.
  • Analyzed polling data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making for campaign initiatives.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to build coalitions supporting campaign objectives and values.

Marketing Assistant

Open Arms Care Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial and non-financial information.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
  • Created engaging content for Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Proofread marketing collateral ahead of printing to eliminate errors.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Aeronautical Engineering/Aviation

Iowa Central Community College
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Waterloo East High School
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering/Aviation

Lemoyne-Owen College
Memphis, TN
05-2028

Skills

  • Staff development
  • Influencing skills
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Delegation
  • Stakeholder management
  • Political campaigning
  • Community engagement
  • Social media proficiency
  • Policy analysis
  • Research and analysis
  • Economic development

Affiliations

  • Libertarian Party
  • Republican Party
  • National Society of Black Engineers
  • Iowa Firearms Coalition
  • Vitalant(Blood Donor)
  • Memphis Urban League Young Professionals

Certification

IS-00005.a: An Introduction to Hazardous Materials
Date Completed: 4/6/2025
CEU: 1.00

IS-00100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100
Date Completed: 4/7/2025
CEU: 0.20

IS-00315.a: CERT and the Incident Command System (ICS)
Date Completed: 6/5/2025
CEU: 0.20

IS-00317.a: Introduction to Community Emergency Response Team (CERTs)
Date Completed: 4/7/2025
CEU: 0.20

IS-00360: Preparing for Mass Casualty Incidents: A Guide for Schools, Higher Education, and Houses of Worship
Date Completed: 4/7/2025
CEU: 0.30

IS-00700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
Date Completed: 4/7/2025
CEU: 0.40

IS-00904: Active Shooter Prevention: You Can Make a Difference
Date Completed: 9/15/2025
CEU: 0.10

State of Tennessee Proclamation

Recognized by the Governor of Tennessee for outstanding civic engagement and leadership. The proclamation honors my commitment to community service, youth advocacy, and efforts to promote public safety and civic awareness across Memphis and beyond. This formal recognition reflects a dedication to uplifting underserved communities and fostering positive change through education, volunteerism, and public discourse.

Timeline

State Chair

Young Americans For Liberty
08.2025 - Current

Political Affairs Intern

Tennessee General Assembly
04.2025 - 08.2025

Political Intern

Iowa General Assembly
08.2024 - 12.2024

Political Campaigner

Vivek Ramaswamy Presidential Campaign
11.2023 - 01.2024

Research Assistant

Mayor's Office
08.2023 - 05.2025

Marketing Assistant

Open Arms Care Center
05.2023 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Waterloo East High School

Associate of Applied Science - Aeronautical Engineering/Aviation

Iowa Central Community College

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Engineering/Aviation

Lemoyne-Owen College