Edward Ventresca
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Two-time NCAA Division I All-American and Virginia Tech graduate student with a proven ability to perform, lead, and adapt in highly
competitive, high-pressure environments. Brings a strong foundation in communication, relationship building, leadership, discipline, and coachability. Eager to translate a record of sustained performance and competitive drive into a career in medical device sales.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Wrestling Camp Conselor
Virginia Tech Wrestling
Blacksburg, Virginia
07.2021 - 08.2026
- Instructed and mentored youth wrestlers through hands-on demonstrations and individualized feedback, enhancing their wrestling skills and confidence.
- Cultivated relationships with athletes, parents, coaches, and staff, creating a supportive and collaborative environment for Virginia Tech Athletics.
- Established positive relationships with athletes, parents, coaches, and staff, enhancing professional representation of Virginia Tech Athletics.
Concrete Laborer
Swentzel Concrete
Sparta, New Jersey
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with crew to set up concrete forms, prepare job sites, pour concrete, and complete projects on schedule while maintaining high quality standards.
- Performed physically demanding tasks in outdoor settings, fast-paced outdoor environments, demonstrating strong work ethic, and commitment to timely project completion.
- Followed detailed instructions to ensure safety compliance and safety protocols while adapting to changing job-site conditions and project requirements.
Education
Master of Agricultural And Life Sciences - Leadership Studies
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Verbal Communication
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Goal-Oriented Performance
- Problem-solving
- Discipline
- Coachability
- Competitive Drive
Accomplishments
- NCAA Division I All-American — 5th Place | 2025
- NCAA Division I All-American — 7th Place | 2023
- ACC Champion | 2026
- ACC Champion | 2025
- ACC Runner up | 2023
- NCAA Division I Championships Qualifier | 2023,2025, & 2026
- 2x NWCA All-Star Classic Selected Competitor | 2025, 2026
Selected in consecutive years to compete in the prestigious NWCA
All-Star Classic, a national showcase featuring top-ranked NCAA wrestlers from across the country. Earned a victory in the 2025
matchup and was selected to return for the 2026 event. - Virginia Tech Men's Golden Gobbler Award | 2025-2026
Selected as the annual recipient recognizing a Virginia Tech male
student-athlete who exemplifies exceptional leadership,
character, and work ethic. - Cornerstone Award | 2025-2026
Recognized as a cornerstone of the Virginia Tech wrestling
program for demonstrated leadership, commitment, and
significant impact on the team's competitive success and long-
term vision. - Comeback Performance Award | 2025
Recognized for returning from a season-ending injury in 2024 to
finish 5th nationally at the 2025 NCAA Division I Championships,
earning NCAA Division I All-American honors. - Breakthrough Performance Award | 2023
Recognized for entering the NCAA Division I Championships as the
No. 27 seed and finishing 7th nationally, earning NCAA Division I All-
American honors. - ACC Academic Honor Roll | 2022, 2025, & 2026
- New Jersey State Champion | 2019
- 4x New Jersey State Place Winner | 2017, 2018, 2019, & 2020
Timeline
Wrestling Camp Conselor
Virginia Tech Wrestling
07.2021 - 08.2026
Concrete Laborer
Swentzel Concrete
06.2021 - 08.2024
Master of Agricultural And Life Sciences - Leadership Studies
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Virginia Tech