Maxwell Homann
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Dynamic class representative and founder with demonstrated strengths in team leadership, project management, and public speaking. Proven ability to engage diverse groups and lead impactful projects, fostering success through global awareness and consciousness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Class of '26 Representative
USA Selection Committee- UWC
Remote, NA
08.2024 - Current
- Serving as the class of '26 representative for the United World College, United States Selection Committee, on the volunteer support group. Chosen as the UWC-USA representative out of the 25+ American students. Later chosen as the class of '26 representative for all American students at the 18 campuses globally, from approximately 80 American students. Support the selection committee in promotion, quarterly meetings, and bringing attention to the opportunities that UWC USA and the US selection committee provides.Additionally, on the UWC-USA admissions advisory council as the second-year leader.. Leading a team of six first-years and six second-years to assist the admissions director in admissions processes, UWC USA promotion, and general admissions-related activities.
Research Assistant
Spring Island Trust
Beaufort, South Carolina
05.2024 - Current
- Engaging in field research on plant-pollinator interactions(over summers), focusing on native pollinators and their relationships with Monarda (Bee Balm) group plants. Responsibilities include conducting fieldwork, data collection, and analysis to enhance understanding of ecological dynamics in local ecosystems.
Intern
Homann's Africa
Remote, NA
04.2024 - Current
- Assisting in family business. Client communication assistance, Tanzanian site inspections, leading website revamp.
Founder, Director
Friends For Finance
Bluffton , SC
12.2023 - Current
- At Friends For Finance, we empower youth with essential financial skills through engaging campaigns and educational resources, both virtual and in-person. To date, we've conducted over 10 workshops, reaching approximately 115 students aged 6-18.
CEO, Founder
Steps For World
Bluffton, SC
04.2023 - Current
- Founder & CEO of Steps For World Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to making a global impact through charitable initiatives. Since founding Steps for World in April 2023, I have led its growth from inception. In just over a year, we have raised substantial funds, collected over 3,170 shoes (1,585 pairs), which will be distributed across the United States and 20 countries in Africa.
Student Council
Cross Schools, UWC USA
Bluffton, Montezuma, SC, NM
08.2022 - Current
- 9-10 Secretary at 20 meetings, managed $35k fundraised donations as treasurer, 11-12 weekly forums, school-wide activities, school support, policy team. North American Representative at UWC-USA.
Research Assistant
University of South Carolina Beaufort
Beaufort, South Carolina
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Engaged in research focused on quantifying the economic value of carbon sequestration by salt marshes in the Low-country region. Responsibilities included conducting thorough literature reviews, data collection, and meeting deadlines for research tasks. The project went unpublished due to insufficient data available.
Intern
University of Southern California Shoah Foundation
10.2020 - 03.2021
- 2020-2021 William P. Lauder Intern at the USC Shoah Foundation's Junior Internship Program, engaging with personal testimonies of survivors and witnesses of genocide to foster personal growth and global responsibility. As a Lauder Intern, I participated in a transformative program designed for 40 students to explore the profound impact of historical narratives. Through biweekly meetings with peers and directors, we assessed projects aimed at enhancing understanding and promoting positive change within our communities. This experience equipped me with invaluable skills in empathy, critical thinking, and civic responsibility, empowering me to contribute meaningfully to society.
Education
High School Diploma -
UWC USA
Montezuma, NM05-2026
Skills
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Public speaking
- Client communication
- Cross-cultural awareness
- Global perspective
- Teamwork
- People and culture
Websites
Languages
2,5
Education and Training
other
Personal Information
Timeline
Class of '26 Representative
USA Selection Committee- UWC
08.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Spring Island Trust
05.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
University of South Carolina Beaufort
05.2024 - 08.2025
Intern
Homann's Africa
04.2024 - Current
Founder, Director
Friends For Finance
12.2023 - Current
CEO, Founder
Steps For World
04.2023 - Current
Student Council
Cross Schools, UWC USA
08.2022 - Current
Intern
University of Southern California Shoah Foundation
10.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
UWC USA