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Luke Grogan

Summary

Highly motivated and strategic thinker with a strong leadership and mentorship background. A Spring 2025 graduate from Christopher Newport University with a major in Political Science and a minor in American Studies. Passionate about combining interpersonal skills, problem-solving, and a love of strategy to excel in territory sales and leadership roles.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities Manager

Windy Hill Sports Complex
06.2024 - Current
  • Managed retail sales, customer service, and facility operations
  • Trained and supervised staff to enhance efficiency
  • Oversaw facility operations, improving efficiency and service delivery

Founder & President, Chess Club

Christopher Newport University
01.2023 - Current
  • Founded the university's first chess club, securing official recognition and funding
  • Recruited 20+ members through strategic marketing, networking, and social media
  • Organized and led tournaments, engaging students in competitive play
  • Negotiated sponsorships and partnerships for club funding

Chess Coach

RVA Chess
01.2017 - 12.2024
  • Organized and facilitated 20+ chess tournaments in the Richmond area
  • Led chess camps, mentoring 15+ youth per session
  • Built strong relationships with parents and students, leading to repeat participation

Risk Manager, Psi Upsilon Fraternity

Christopher Newport University
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed and enforced risk management policies

IFC Delegate, Psi Upsilon Fraternity

Christopher Newport University
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Represented the fraternity in inter-fraternity discussions and negotiations

Member, Captains Educational Enrichment Fund

Christopher Newport University
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Researched and pitched investment opportunities, persuading members on stock decisions
  • Managed buying and selling of stocks, enhancing financial literacy among members

New Member Trainer, Psi Upsilon Fraternity

Christopher Newport University
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Led and mentored new members, ensuring strong retention

Youth Tennis Coach

Salisbury Country Club
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Led week-long tennis camps, training youth in fundamental and advanced techniques
  • Developed relationships with parents and staff to encourage membership retention

Education

B.A. - Political Science, American Studies

Christopher Newport University
05.2025

Skills

  • Sales & Negotiation
  • Lead Generation
  • Customer Engagement
  • Event Planning & Marketing
  • Public Speaking
  • Persuasion
  • Financial & Strategic Analysis
  • Relationship Building

Leadership Experience

  • Founder & President, Chess Club, Christopher Newport University, 01/01/23, Present, Founded the university's first chess club, securing official recognition and funding., Recruited 20+ members through strategic marketing, networking, and social media., Organized and led tournaments, engaging students in competitive play., Negotiated sponsorships and partnerships for club funding.
  • Psi Upsilon Fraternity, New Member Trainer, 01/01/22, Led and mentored new members, ensuring strong retention., Risk Manager, 01/01/23, Developed and enforced risk management policies., IFC Delegate, 01/01/23, Represented the fraternity in inter-fraternity discussions and negotiations.
  • Captains Educational Enrichment Fund, Christopher Newport University, 01/01/21, 12/31/23, Researched and pitched investment opportunities, persuading members on stock decisions., Managed buying and selling of stocks, enhancing financial literacy among members.

Timeline

Facilities Manager

Windy Hill Sports Complex
06.2024 - Current

Founder & President, Chess Club

Christopher Newport University
01.2023 - Current

Risk Manager, Psi Upsilon Fraternity

Christopher Newport University
01.2023 - 12.2023

IFC Delegate, Psi Upsilon Fraternity

Christopher Newport University
01.2023 - 12.2023

New Member Trainer, Psi Upsilon Fraternity

Christopher Newport University
01.2022 - 12.2022

Member, Captains Educational Enrichment Fund

Christopher Newport University
01.2021 - 12.2023

Youth Tennis Coach

Salisbury Country Club
01.2018 - 12.2019

Chess Coach

RVA Chess
01.2017 - 12.2024

B.A. - Political Science, American Studies

Christopher Newport University
Luke Grogan