Jacob Fries
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Diverse experience in leadership, teamwork, and customer service. As a D1 basketball manager, I honed my organizational and communication skills while supporting a high-performance team environment. Golf grounds crew deepened my appreciation for attention to detail and the importance of maintaining high standards. Owning a landscaping business taught me entrepreneurial skills and resilience, while my role as a Resident Assistant developed my ability to mentor and foster community. Additionally, working as a tour guide refined my public speaking and interpersonal skills, enabling me to connect with a wide range of individuals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assistant
Grand Canyon Education
Phoenix, WI
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised and monitored activities of residents in the dormitory to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. Coordinated student events such as movie nights, game nights, and other social activities. Assisted students with problem resolution through mediation and conflict management techniques. Responded to emergency situations within the residence
Basketball Manager
Grand Canyon University Womens Basketball Team
Phoenix, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated the daily operations of a basketball team, including practice schedules, travel arrangements, and game day activities. Organized player recruitment initiatives and evaluated prospective athletes for potential inclusion on the roster. Monitored player training sessions to ensure adherence to safety protocols and proper technique instruction.
College Tour Guide
Discover Gcu Guide, Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, WI
07.2023 - Current
- Provided information to prospective students and families about college services, facilities, and academic programs. Greeted visitors at the admissions office and provided them with materials such as brochures and applications. Organized campus tours for prospective students and their families. The most prestigious job on campus with +250 employers. February 2024 host of the month
Lawn Care Business Owner
Jakes Lawncare
Cedarburg, WI
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained records of services rendered, including invoices, payments, and contracts. Developed and implemented a comprehensive lawn care plan tailored to each customer's needs. Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding, and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers. Scheduled appointments with customers for lawn care services.
Golf Course Groundskeeper
The Bog
Saukville, WI
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Performed daily maintenance of golf course grounds, including mowing, weeding, watering, and fertilizing. Maintained golf course greens and fairways by aerifying, verticutting, and topdressing. Operated equipment such as tractors, mowers, and utility vehicles to perform various tasks on the golf course grounds.
Education
Bachelor of Business - Finance
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2027
High School Diploma -
Cedarburg High School
Cedarburg, WI05-2023
Skills
- Scheduling expertise
- Facility Management
- Community Relations
- Role Modeling
- Problem-solver
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Persuasive Communication
- Student relations
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- High School Football, Basketball Player
- Basketball Most Valuable Player
- Student Leader at Church
- Basketball Coaching
- Business owner
Accomplishments
- High School Basketball 2023 MVP
- Discover GCU 1x Employee of the Month
- 2022 Niki Doedens Basketball Award winner
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Grand Canyon Education
08.2024 - Current
Basketball Manager
Grand Canyon University Womens Basketball Team
01.2024 - Current
College Tour Guide
Discover Gcu Guide, Grand Canyon University
07.2023 - Current
Lawn Care Business Owner
Jakes Lawncare
04.2022 - Current
Golf Course Groundskeeper
The Bog
03.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Business - Finance
Grand Canyon University
High School Diploma -
Cedarburg High School