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Jakob Esterowitz

Jakob Esterowitz

Boston,MA

Summary

Dynamic leader and innovator with a proven track record at Orobor, transforming sustainability concepts into actionable solutions. Excelled in stakeholder engagement and partnership building, leveraging skills and leadership to drive circular economy initiatives. Demonstrated exceptional time management, orchestrating multiple projects to enhance community and environmental well-being.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder & CEO

Orobor
Boston, MA
08.2024 - Current
  • Co-founded a sustainability-driven startup that transforms discarded tennis strings into high-quality recycled yarn for apparel manufacturing
  • Partnered with organizations like USTA, ITA, and tennis facilities to implement a recycling program, expanding to over 50 collection locations within a month
  • Spearheaded business strategy, stakeholder engagement, and the development of recycling processes, working alongside researchers to validate scalable solutions
  • Actively engaged with apparel brands and tennis organizations to build partnerships and promote circular economy solutions

Team Member

Boston University Varsity Tennis
Boston, MA
08.2022 - Current
  • Committed 25+ hours weekly to practice, training, and competition
  • Competed as a singles and doubles starter, contributing to winning the Patriot League Conference Championship

Merrill Edge Account Manager

Personal Investing
Remote
09.2021 - Current
  • Invested 50% of personal income into index funds, mutual funds, and swing trades
  • Profited over $6,000 with $15,000 invested

Tennis Coach

OSSA Tennis Academy
Rockville, MD
10.2019 - Current
  • Coached future college tennis players aged 7-19, working over 60 hours per week during peak seasons
  • Organized practices for 40+ kids, emphasizing technique, fitness, and sportsmanship

Clothing Designer/Reseller

Rotasu
Rockville, MD
01.2018 - Current
  • Designed and manufactured clothing, generating over $10,000 in revenue and over 250 positive customer reviews
  • Managed inventory, bookkeeping, social media advertising, and website operations for sales and marketing

Physics Department Teaching Assistant

Amherst College
Amherst, MA
10.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provided support to 40-50 students per week by hosting help sessions and solving problem sets
  • Helped students improve their understanding of physics concepts, such as mechanics and electricity, while developing problem-solving techniques

Researcher

Rebellion Research
Remote
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Published research on the physics of sound in saxophones through advanced sound analysis
  • Investigated the future implications of AI integration in the workplace

Tennis Coach

DEI Work
College Park, MD
08.2016 - 08.2021
  • Dedicated 2 hours weekly to teaching tennis to low-income families and students, fostering inclusivity and promoting access to sports opportunities

Education

Mechanical Engineering -

Boston University
Boston, MA
12.2026

Majored in Physics and Mathematics -

Amherst College
Amherst, MA
06.2023

High School Diploma -

Thomas Wootton High School
Rockville, MD
06.2022

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Python
  • CAD
  • Excel
  • MATLAB
  • Engineering Design
  • Time Management

Hobbies and Interests

  • Sports Equipment
  • Golf
  • Hip Hop/R&B Music
  • Tennis
  • Clothing/Shoes
  • Gym

Accomplishments

  • Recieived IDG Capital Sustaiability Seed Grant
  • 2024 All-Patriot League First-Team
  • 2024 ITA Scholar Athlete
  • 2024 Patriot League Academic Honor Roll

Timeline

Co-Founder & CEO

Orobor
08.2024 - Current

Researcher

Rebellion Research
03.2023 - 05.2024

Physics Department Teaching Assistant

Amherst College
10.2022 - 08.2024

Team Member

Boston University Varsity Tennis
08.2022 - Current

Merrill Edge Account Manager

Personal Investing
09.2021 - Current

Tennis Coach

OSSA Tennis Academy
10.2019 - Current

Clothing Designer/Reseller

Rotasu
01.2018 - Current

Tennis Coach

DEI Work
08.2016 - 08.2021

Mechanical Engineering -

Boston University

Majored in Physics and Mathematics -

Amherst College

High School Diploma -

Thomas Wootton High School

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