Max Hammes
Chapter President
Boca Raton
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record as Chapter President at DECA, driving membership growth by 50% and securing international recognition. Skilled in business partnership development and strategic planning, I fostered innovation through mentorship and fundraising initiatives, establishing a scholarship fund to support members in need.
Hardworking Chapter President bringing 3 years of experience building welcoming spaces for 213 individuals. Strong multitasking, conflict management and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chapter President
DECA
05.2025 - Current
- Established strong relationships with local businesses that supported our chapter's mission and provided resources for events or initiatives.
- Streamlined communication within the chapter by establishing regular meetings and utilizing digital tools for collaboration.
- Led board of 10 officers and 210+ members (largest club at school and largest membership in chapter history)
- Grew chapter membership by ~50%
- Founded scholarship fund, The Equal Access to Excellence Scholar Fund, for financially constrained members
- Oversaw all chapter activities (fundraising, merchandise, competition, tutoring, outreach, etc)
- Mentored members in business, finance, entrepreneurship, and marketing events, resulting in qualifiers at district, state, and international levels.
- Chapter received internationally recognized awards for the first time in chapter history (DECA Chapter Campaign Thrive Level, Membership Achievement Level)
- Placed top 50 in the world in respective event (~230,000 competitors internationally)
- Hosted guest speakers, such as business influencers with ~300,000 followers
Surf Instructor
Island Water Sports
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored changing weather and ocean conditions with potential to impact surf activities.
- Informed guests of good ocean practices and surf etiquette.
- Enforced strict policies for safety in and out of water.
- Taught 1500+ students how to surf
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Boca Raton Community High School
Boca Raton, FL 05.2001 -
Skills
Business partnership development
Membership growth
Innovation and creativity
Financial oversight
Fundraising expertise
Committee management
Marketing skills
Board relations
Strategic planning and execution
Problem-solving
Risk Management
Accomplishments
1st Place in District Competition: Financial Consulting (2025, 2026)
3rd Place in State Competition: Financial Consulting (2025)
Top 50 in World: Financial Consulting (2025)
AP Diploma with Distinction
AICE Diploma with Merrit
Timeline
Chapter President
DECA
05.2025 - Current
Surf Instructor
Island Water Sports
06.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business
Palm Beach State College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Boca Raton Community High School
05.2001 -