Joshua Norris
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Driven and entrepreneurial finance student with a strong foundation in business, marketing, and leadership. Currently enrolled at Appalachian State University, with an intended double major in Finance and Accounting. Demonstrates initiative through founding a profitable auto detailing company, managing creator teams of 10–30 people in digital marketing, and earning recognition for academic excellence and athletic discipline. Blends analytical thinking with a growth-oriented mindset, ready to contribute value in both business and academic settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen
Mellow Mushroom
Boone, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Provided customer service in a high-volume dining environment.
- Earned a promotion and pay raise within two months for reliability and teamwork.
- Balanced full time work with academics and entrepreneurial commitments.
Advertising Manager & Affiliate Marketing Specialist
Freelance
Remote
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed performance-based campaigns across Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, and Google Ads.
- Conducted market research to optimize ad spend and content performance.
- Led creator teams of 10–30 individuals for social media agencies and oversaw brand collaboration logistics.
- Executed affiliate strategies generating over 40M+ views and 5-figure revenue.
Team Member
Clean Eatz Café
Winston-Salem, NC
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced setting.
- Collaborated effectively with team members and adapted to new responsibilities.
Founder
Dune Detailing
Winston-Salem, NC
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Founded and operated a mobile auto detailing business from the ground up.
- Served 10+ recurring clients through monthly detailing services.
- Managed client relations, marketing, and business operations.
- Developed local marketing strategy, achieving repeat clients and steady growth.
Education
Intended Double Major - Finance, Accounting
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2029
High School Diploma -
R.J. Reynolds High School
Winston-Salem, NC12.2024
Skills
- Business leadership and entrepreneurship
- Financial literacy and accounting
- Marketing and team management
- Time management and adaptability
- Communication and client relations
- Project coordination and organization
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
Certification
- Microsoft Word Certified
- Microsoft PowerPoint Certified
Accomplishments
- 2nd Place (Age Group) – Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultramarathon (50 miles)
- Winston-Salem Journal – Player of the Week Award
- Founded and grew profitable small business during high school
Leadership Experience
- Boy Scouts of America – Brotherhood Member, Order of the Arrow
- Varsity Football – Recognized as Player of the Week by the Winston-Salem Journal
- Managed and coached content creators in a startup social media agency
- Endurance athlete – Completed 50-mile ultramarathon and planning a 500+ mile run across North Carolina for charity
Timeline
Kitchen
Mellow Mushroom
08.2025 - Current
Advertising Manager & Affiliate Marketing Specialist
Freelance
03.2025 - 08.2025
Team Member
Clean Eatz Café
06.2023 - 06.2024
Founder
Dune Detailing
06.2023 - 02.2024
Intended Double Major - Finance, Accounting
Appalachian State University
High School Diploma -
R.J. Reynolds High School