Hayden Haggard
Thompson's Station,TN
Summary
Hard-working and service-oriented student with experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, and collaborative projects. Known for strong communication, reliability, and a commitment to contributing positively to school and community. Seeking opportunities to grow academically and support campus organizations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Startup Founder/Manager
Haggard Outdoor Services
09.2021 - Current
- Founded and operated a lawn care business, overseeing day-to-day operations and client management.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised a team of three part-time employees to support service delivery.
- Generated approximately $20,000 in total revenue through effective marketing, customer retention, and service quality.
- Expanded service offerings by exploring new revenue opportunities, including seasonal projects such as professional Christmas light installation.
- Communicated directly with customers for several years, handling scheduling, quotes, service updates, and issue resolution to maintain high satisfaction.
Busser/Host
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided guest service by greeting customers, managing waitlists, and coordinating seating to maintain smooth front-of-house operations.
- Supported servers and kitchen staff by bussing and resetting tables efficiently, ensuring a clean and welcoming dining environment.
- Communicated effectively with guests and team members in a fast-paced setting, helping resolve seating issues and contributing to overall restaurant workflow and guest satisfaction.
Skills
- Innovation Management
- Customer Acquisition
- Money Management
- Marketing Expertise
- Business Networking
- Strategic Thinking
- Negotiation
- Business Administration
Accomplishments
- ACT: 35
- Class Rank: Salutatorian, Top 10 of ~600 students
- 11 Ap Classes, 4.68 GPA
- Honors: AP Scholar - AP Scholar with Distinction - National Merit Commended Scholar - Gold Seal of Biliteracy - Summa Cum Laude
- President — Spanish National Honor Society: Lead and organize weekly events for 75+ members, including service projects, trivia nights, translation activities, and donation drives.
- Vice President — Speech & Debate Club: Earned 50+ NSDA points and achieved a 2nd-place regional finish while supporting team development.
- Vice President & Co‑Founder — Independence Physics Club: Helped establish the club and coordinated projects, including merchandise and outreach.
- Head Editor — Yearbook: Oversee all written content, manage contributors, and ensure publication quality.
- Athletics: JV Soccer (1 year), Varsity Soccer (1 year), Varsity Tennis (2 years).
- Organizations: Active member of HOSA and DECA.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Busser/Host
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
07.2024 - 11.2024
Startup Founder/Manager
Haggard Outdoor Services
09.2021 - Current