GRAYSON HARKNESS
Great Falls,VA
Summary
Resourceful and dedicated high school student-athlete, leader, and volunteer with excellent analytical skills and strong written & oral communication. Demonstrated track record of servant leadership and commitment to developing as a "man for others."
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Operator
GTH Snow Removal Business
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Established client base and negotiated fee arrangements
- Performed snow removal & maintained equipment
- Managed the work of part-time contractors in support of large jobs
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Intern & Instructor
Bradley Baseball Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Developed customer service skills supporting the registration, check-in, and check out-process while adhering to COVID restrictions
- Recommended and implemented continuous improvement ideas, including opportunities for reduction in cost and building brand in the market
- Actively participated in coaching student-athletes
Volunteer
Bethlehem Farm
08.2021 - 08.2021
- Helped repair residents' homes in Alderson, West Virginia, a small town experiencing the effects of rural poverty.
- Developed manual labor skills throughout various projects, including farms, homes, and small businesses.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading outreach events.
Board Member
St. Jude Parent Teen Gala
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decision-making.
- Coordinated and organized annual fundraising events to educate potential donors and increase awareness.
- Created strategic plans with measurable goals to develop funding for annual events.
- Top Fundraiser 2019,2020
Education
Real Estate Finance and Economics Course
London School of Economics
Boston College
05.2026
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
05.2022
Skills
- Excel Shortcuts
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Modeling
- Real Estate Financing
- Market Research
- Property Valuation
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society
- Academic Honor Roll, Gonzaga College High School
- Top Student Fundraiser, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Virtual Parent Teen Gala, 2020
- Top Student Fundraiser, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Parent Teen Gala, 2019
hobbies and interests
- Golf
- Swimming
- Baseball
- Gaming
- Skiing
- Dirtbike / ATV Riding & Trail Maintenance
- Martial Arts
- Saxophone
- Volunteering
- Real estate
Timeline
Volunteer
Bethlehem Farm
08.2021 - 08.2021
Intern & Instructor
Bradley Baseball Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021
Board Member
St. Jude Parent Teen Gala
08.2019 - 09.2022
Owner & Operator
GTH Snow Removal Business
01.2016 - 03.2018
Real Estate Finance and Economics Course
London School of Economics
Boston College
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
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