William Connor Drake
Summary
Senior at the University of Florida studying Family, Youth, and Community Sciences. A passionate and dedicated leader with effective communication and problem-solving skills. Able to thrive in collaborative environments and bring a joyful, hardworking attitude to everything that is done. Committed to making a positive impact and approaching challenges with creativity and enthusiasm, always seeking ways to uplift others while finding joy in the process. Ready to use my skills and passion to help others in this setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
North Central Florida YMCA
05.2024 - Current
- Plan multiple activities for students to do during camp
- Ensure camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Work with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
Youth Leader
First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville
09.2022 - Current
- Create Biblical lessons for Middle and High school students
- Plan icebreaker/games for students to engage in
- Help students with homework and studying for tests
Server/Production Crew Member
B'z Gelati
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Produced the Ice cream and Italian Ice served to customers in the food trucks
- Assisted in fine-tuning recipes and making new recipes
- Mastered Customer Service Skills
Director of Summer Staff
Park Avenue Baptist Church
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Created a program for the Summer Staffers to grow in their ministries area
- Lead the team in team building and leadership exercises
- Met weekly with the Summer Staffers to guide and help them in their area of ministry
Phone Technician
UBreakiFix
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Learned and improved customer service skills
- Developed Phone and Computer Skills
- Educated customers about proper care techniques to extend their devices' lifespan after completing repairs successfully.
Summer Staff
Park Avenue Baptist Church
05.2018 - 08.2022
- Developed Leadership skills
- Formed and led a program to assist the elderly
- Worked with Middle and High School students at youth groups and bible studies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family, Youth, and Community Sciences
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08-2025
Skills
- Event Planning
- Risk Management
- PowerPoint Presentation and Public Speaking
- Program Evaluation
- Computer Literate
- Phone Repairs
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Hospitality
- Communication
- Customer Service Skills
- Problem Solving
- Adaptable
Involvement
Trajectory College Ministry — President August 2023 - May 2025
Kappa Phi Epsilon — Risk Management Director/ Head Standards Chair May 2020 - May 2022
Timeline
Camp Counselor
North Central Florida YMCA
05.2024 - Current
Director of Summer Staff
Park Avenue Baptist Church
01.2023 - 08.2023
Youth Leader
First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville
09.2022 - Current
Phone Technician
UBreakiFix
02.2022 - 10.2022
Server/Production Crew Member
B'z Gelati
11.2021 - 05.2024
Summer Staff
Park Avenue Baptist Church
05.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Family, Youth, and Community Sciences
University of Florida
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