Grayson West Prillaman
Roanoke,VA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Shadowing
Davenport & Company LLC
Roanoke, Virginia
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Observed client meetings to understand how financial advisors build relationships and communicate investment strategies.
- Gained exposure to financial planning processes, including retirement planning, portfolio diversification, and risk management.
- Developed a deeper understanding of the importance of communication, trust, and problem-solving in financial advising.
Intern
Roanoke Regional Partnership
Roanoke, USA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported regional economic development efforts through data collection, trend analysis, and reporting
- Conducted research on market conditions, business attraction, and regional growth strategies
- Wrote and edited marketing materials including social media captions, email drafts, and promotional flyers.
Founder & Owner
G & L Landscaping
Roanoke, USA
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Launched and operated a full-service landscaping business for three years
- Managed budgeting, pricing, and competitive bidding for projects
- Hired, trained, and supervised a team of 4 employees
- Developed marketing strategies to grow client base and improve retention
Co-Founder
High School Helpers
Roanoke, USA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Created a local odd-jobs business with a classmate
- Provided services including painting, yardwork, moving, and general maintenance
- Managed client relationships and job scheduling
Education
Economics Major, Entrepreneurship Minor
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2027
High School Diploma -
Northcross
Roanoke, VA06-2023
Skills
- Adaptability & Willingness to Learn
- Communication (verbal & written)
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Proficient in excel
Community Service
- Organized food and supply drives for Second Harvest Food Bank and Angels of Assisi
- Led battery and plastic bag recycling drives in local neighborhood
Leadership And Awards
- SCA Leadership Award, 2022, 2023
- Varsity Soccer Captain & Coaches Award, 2022, 2023
- Junior Varsity Basketball Captain & Coaches Award, 2020, 2021
- Varsity Golf Captain & Coaches Award
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
Boy Scouts of America – Troop 17, Senior Patrol Leader, Eagle Scout, Completed Eagle Scout project with Project Healing Waters, rebuilding a fishing dock for disabled veterans, Organized volunteer teams, managed construction, and oversaw project completion
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shadowing
Davenport & Company LLC
07.2025 - 08.2025
Intern
Roanoke Regional Partnership
06.2024 - 08.2024
Founder & Owner
G & L Landscaping
01.2021 - 01.2024
Co-Founder
High School Helpers
01.2020 - 01.2022
Economics Major, Entrepreneurship Minor
University of Virginia
High School Diploma -
Northcross