Ella Ecko

• Sold clothes on Depop for two years, managing listings, pricing, and customer communication
• Handled weekly shipments and ensured timely delivery of clothing packages
• Learned to work independently and consistently at my own pace, like being self-employed
• Built skills in organization, time management, and customer service

• Worked in a small team (2–3 people per shift) in a fast-paced smoothie & fruit bowl shop
• Balanced register, making bowls, blending smoothies, and prepping waffles all at once
• Kept good communication with coworkers to stay on track during busy shifts
• Focused on making sure customers had a great experience every time
• Built strong skills in multitasking, customer service, and teamwork

Letter of Recommendation from Blood Cancer United CEO: Ella Ecko

• Raised $83,000+ for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society as Student Visionary team leader
• Designed and sold custom merchandise to fundraise and build community awareness
• Curated and managed fundraising events from concept to execution
• Led networking outreach with local businesses, sponsors, and community partners
• Oversaw team coordination, delegation, and goal-tracking to exceed fundraising targets

• Worked as a private swim coach, using personal swim experience as I did competitive swimming for 10+ years
• Taught young swimmers proper technique through hands-on guidance and practice
• Gained rewarding experience in mentorship and leadership while building swimmer confidence
• Role was short-term due to scheduling conflicts, but provided valuable teaching experience
• CON: Paid under the counter

• Worked as a busser at Gladstone Tavern, clearing and resetting tables efficiently
• Assisted servers and maintained a clean, organized dining environment
• Stayed attentive to both customer and staff needs to keep service running smoothly
• Built skills in teamwork, efficiency, and customer support