Gordon Leonardi
Lake Forest,Illinois
Summary
Motivated and dependable individual with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to adapt quickly to new responsibilities. Eager to contribute to a positive workplace and grow professionally.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Center Associate
Lake Bluff Park District
Lake Bluff, Illinois
08.2026 - Current
- Delivered friendly, professional customer service by greeting members, managing check-ins, and assisting with facility needs to enhance member experience.
- Monitored fitness center to maintain organized, welcoming environment, proactively engaging with members and addressing concerns to enhance overall satisfaction.
- Ensured clean, safe fitness environment by inspecting and sanitizing exercise equipment, preparing machines for member use.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Led discussion sections to clarify complex material and enhance student comprehension of course concepts.
- Conducted office hours, offering tailored academic support to help students grasp coursework and concepts.
- Evaluated assignments and projects, delivering detailed feedback that aligned with faculty expectations.
Financial Analyst/Accountant
Versiti Inc.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted weighted average cost of capital analysis by reviewing debt structures, borrowing costs, and interest expense to benchmark Versiti's capital position for proposed expansion.
- Prepared financial reports and executive dashboards to improve visibility into department performance and support budgeting and planning.
- Reviewed general ledger activity, financial reports, and department budgets to identify trends and investigate variances for management review.
- Worked with marketing stakeholders to assess revenue and fundraising strategies supporting strategic expansion of Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI).
Business Analyst
Gracie Barra
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess membership growth, revenue performance, marketing effectiveness, and operational outcomes.
- Analyzed membership, revenue, financial, and marketing data to uncover performance trends and identify opportunities for enhancing revenue growth and member retention.
- Evaluated operational processes and recommended data-driven improvements that streamlined workflows and enhanced overall productivity.
- Evaluated operational processes and recommended data-driven improvements to increase efficiency and productivity.
Camp Counselor
Lake Bluff Park District
Lake Bluff, Illinois
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated daily activities and events, enhancing engagement and teamwork among participants in a fast-paced environment.
- Resolved concerns from parents, participants, and staff, fostering a positive experience and strong community relationships.
- Ensured facilities and equipment met safety and operational standards, supporting a safe and efficient program environment.
Youth Coach
Lake Bluff Park District
Lake Bluff, Illinois
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Led skill-development sessions for youth, delivering individualized instruction and actionable feedback to enhance performance.
- Mentored young athletes to improve their sports techniques and strategies.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for youth sports programs.
- Facilitated team-building activities to enhance communication skills.
- Coordinated equipment and practice activities, organizing participants to optimize session effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management, Sports Marketing & Management
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana05-2026
Skills
- Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Modeling, KPI Analysis, Market Research
- Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Accounting
- Public Budgeting and Finance; Microeconomics/Macroeconomics
Certification
Illinois Health + Life Insurance Licenses
CLUBS/ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS
- Business World of Sports @ IU (2024-2026)
- Intramural Football (2022-2024)
- Social Fraternity (2023-2026)
- Honor Society (2022-2026)
- LFHS Baseball (2018-2022); Slammers Baseball (2017-2022)
Timeline
Fitness Center Associate
Lake Bluff Park District
08.2026 - Current
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Indiana University
01.2026 - 05.2026
Financial Analyst/Accountant
Versiti Inc.
06.2025 - 08.2025
Business Analyst
Gracie Barra
05.2024 - 08.2024
Youth Coach
Lake Bluff Park District
10.2021 - 02.2022
Camp Counselor
Lake Bluff Park District
06.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management, Sports Marketing & Management
Indiana University