LAUREN ELLIS
Jacksonville Beach,FL
Summary
Driven and self-motivated student-athlete committed to achieving excellence at every level. Harnessing a collegiate lacrosse background to cultivate teamwork, discipline, and leadership qualities. Pursuing an MBA while serving as a Graduate Assistant specializing in strategic events, showcasing seamless execution and problem-solving for university events while upholding athletic and academic standards across campus. Eagerly seeking career opportunities to contribute original, creative ideas to enhance a team and organization while developing new experiences in business and marketing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Events Graduate Assistant
Jacksonville University
07.2023 - Current
- Assist in planning and executing various strategic events and initiatives for Jacksonville University
- Assist in all areas of designated events including meeting with internal clients, managing budgets, selecting venues, coordinating event services, managing public relations and media, and monitoring client approval
Head Coach
Top Left Nationals Lacrosse Club
11.2023 - Current
- Responsible for leading and mentoring a team of high school student-athletes
- Create organized practice plans and competitive game strategy while balancing personal athletic and education schedules
- Implemented expert knowledge and quick decision-making skills on the field to help players develop and improve team performance.
Server
Vola's Dockside Grille
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Served breakfast, lunch, and dinner items to 50-80 customers per shift at a large, high-volume riverfront restaurant
- Memorized over 50 menu items and seasonal items in order to give customized recommendations to guests
- Developed relationships with new and returning customers resulting in customer loyalty and satisfaction.
Landscaping, Demolition, House Construction
Federal City Group
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Maintained grounds including trimming, sodding, weeding, and general clean up
- Provided upkeep to residential work sites under construction and gained extensive knowledge in hand and power tools.
Education
MBA -
Jacksonville University, Davis College of Business
Jacksonville04.2024
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
Jacksonville University, Davis College of Business
Jacksonville, FloridaMajor: Criminal Justice Minor: Spanish -
Rutgers University, School of Arts and Sciences
New Brunswick, New JerseySkills
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Organizational skills
- Special events planning and organization
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Academic presentations
- Interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic
Awards Activities Volunteer Work
- Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Association (IWLCA) Honor Roll 2023
- ASUN Academic Honor Roll
- Jacksonville University Deans List Student Athlete
- Academic All Big-Ten Student Athlete 2020
- JAGS Foundation Volunteer (50/50 Raffle)
- Volunteer Head Coach, Fort Hunt Youth Basketball Association
- CIS Study Abroad and Away Program - Summer 2022
Timeline
Head Coach
Top Left Nationals Lacrosse Club
11.2023 - Current
Strategic Events Graduate Assistant
Jacksonville University
07.2023 - Current
Server
Vola's Dockside Grille
05.2022 - 08.2022
Landscaping, Demolition, House Construction
Federal City Group
06.2020 - 08.2020
MBA -
Jacksonville University, Davis College of Business
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
Jacksonville University, Davis College of Business
Major: Criminal Justice Minor: Spanish -
Rutgers University, School of Arts and Sciences