Mason Rathbone
Waynesville,NC
Summary
Motivated entrepreneur with hands-on experience running a successful lawn care business, where I built strong relationships with clients, managed daily operations, and led a team. I take pride in solving problems, maintaining equipment, and finding ways to improve efficiency and profitability. As an intern at the North Carolina Mountain State Fair, I strengthened my communication, organization, and event coordination skills while working with a wide range of people.
Overview
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Certification
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Languages
Work History
Intern
North Carolina Mountain State Fair
- Worked with executive leadership on event planning, logistics, and operations.
- Coordinated with vendors, staff, fairgoers, security, and law enforcement.
- Strengthened communication and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Owner / Operator
Lawn Care Business
- Current
- Founded and manage a lawn care business serving 10+ clients weekly.
- Supervise employees and coordinate scheduling and workflow.
- Provide mowing, trimming, weed-eating, leaf removal, and seasonal cleanups.
- Manage advertising, budgeting, customer communication, and equipment maintenance.
- Built strong client relationships through reliability and professionalism.
Education
High School -
Tuscola High School
Waynesville05-2027
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Communication
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Equipment Maintenance
- Sales negotiation
- Client relationship management
- Profit optimization
Certification
- NCCER Core
- NCCER Masonry Level One
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate (Office 2019)
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Timeline
Intern
North Carolina Mountain State Fair
Owner / Operator
Lawn Care Business
- Current
High School -
Tuscola High School
AWARDS
AP Capstone Diploma, AP Scholar with Distinction, College Board National Recognition Program, Swim Sportsmanship Award (24-25 season), Swim Leadership Award (24-25 season)
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Swim Team – Captain
- Led team warm-ups and mentored younger swimmers
- Promoted discipline, teamwork, and a positive team culture
- Demonstrated leadership and accountability in a competitive environment
Impact U – Service Organization Leader
- Assisted with fundraising efforts for the Hurricane Helene memorial initiative
- Helped organize a winter clothing drive for community members in need
- Developed leadership, teamwork, and community engagement skills
Campaign Volunteer – Steve Troxler
- Managed campaign booth operations and interacted with voters
- Communicated policy information clearly and professionally
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT & CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Delegate — Tar Heel Boys State - American Legion Boys State, Summer 2026
- Selected to represent in a competitive statewide leadership program
- Participated in a hands-on simulation of state government, including elections and legislative processes
- Developed leadership, public speaking, and decision-making skills through collaboration and civic engagement
Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. - Participant in NRECA Electric Cooperatives Youth Tour | Summer 2026
- Chosen by local EMC to attend a national leadership and civic education program in Washington, D.C.
- Engaged with elected officials and explore U.S. history and government institutions
- Strengthened understanding of public service, leadership, and civic responsibility