William Whatley
Austin,TX
Summary
Student at UT Austin with experience at Spanish Oaks Realty, excelling in project management and effective communication. Proven ability to coordinate events and solve problems, enhancing client satisfaction. Skilled in data analysis and independent work, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring successful outcomes in real estate development and customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Spanish Oaks Realty
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Contributed to real estate development efforts within Spanish Oaks master-planned community, gaining exposure to The Village at Spanish Oaks, final phase involving residential, retail, office, and hospitality components.
- Learned about pre-development preparation for a large mixed-use project, including land planning, infrastructure layout, zoning considerations, environmental review, and coordination prior to construction.
- Reviewed lessons learned from prior residential and mixed-use developments in Travis County, informing current planning and development decisions with insights from past project challenges.
- Observed collaboration among developers, engineers, contractors, and property management during site visits, enhancing understanding of long-term community planning decisions.
Golf Attendant
Avery Ranch
Austin
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Cleaned and detailed golf carts before and after use, enhancing guest experience on the course. Collected golf balls from driving range and maintained practice areas. Assisted with light maintenance tasks to keep facilities presentable. Greeted and helped guests with equipment and questions, creating a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
- Developed strong customer service skills by actively assisting guests and supporting daily course operations.
Manager
Sno Ride Austin
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Sculpted various flavors of snow cones for clients at Pease and Little Fields Park. Maintained cleanliness by refilling and cleaning syrup bottles, mopping floors, and tidying the trailer. Managed setup of yard games and catering from local businesses for large parties, ensuring smooth operations during busy periods. Opened and closed trailer and trained new employees.
- Developed management skills by serving as sole employee responsible for addressing clients' needs.
Host & Food Runner
Hula Hut
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Treated guests with respect and helped with food and tables, trying to give them the most satisfactory outing possible. Supported staff in balancing guest assignments to enhance service quality. Dealt with customer questions and phone calls quickly and responsively.
- Developed organizational skills by efficiently assigning tables to waiters.
Education
University of Texas at Austin - Corporate Communications
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2028
High School Diploma -
Stephen F. Austin High School
Austin, TX05-2024
Skills
- Project management
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Event coordination
- Independent work
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Data analysis
Summer Programs And Travel
London School of Economics: Attended Summer 2025. Analyzed how firms create and sustain competitive advantage using real-world case studies. Applied the resource-based view, industry structure analysis, and value creation frameworks. Evaluated strategic alternatives using analytical reasoning and competitive analysis. Developed strategic thinking by structuring complex business problems and identifying effective firm strategies.
Peru Mission Trip: Attended a mission trip to Peru in 2020. Explored the beautiful town, people, and culture of Cusco, Peru. Helped a local village build a water pipeline. Worked with shovels and pickaxes to dig out the pipeline underground. Placed piping, tested it for leaks, then re-buried it. Visited Aguas Calientes, Peru, and toured Machu Picchu. Gained many skills, including teamwork and camaraderie.
Community Service
First Tee/GolfATX Austin: Volunteered at GolfATX summer camps and First Tee Austin throughout high school. Helped teach campers, including underserved children, how to play golf at Lions and Hancock golf courses. Picked up golf balls and performed basic maintenance around the course.
Extracurricular Activities
Austin High School Golf: Started Austin High School Golf career as a JV golfer and made varsity tournaments at the end of the year. Learned the rules of the game through daily hour-and-a-half practices, work outside of practice, and weekly meets., Honed mental resilience through making many mistakes due to being new to the game, yet continuously working on and improving my skill set.
Austin High and St Michael's Varsity Football: Participated in football during freshman and sophomore years of high school as a JV linebacker and varsity long-snapper., Improved discipline by waking up early for morning workouts and practices., Cultivated discipline by balancing a heavy load of football and school work.
Honors And Awards
- Business Distinction: Awarded for completing four different Austin High School business courses. Maintained good grades throughout the courses.
- Freshman Lopez Award: Presented with an English award for improving my grade dramatically after struggling during online learning.
- National Society of Leadership and Success Nomination: Nominated to NSLS through Austin Community College.
Timeline
Intern
Spanish Oaks Realty
10.2025 - 11.2025
Golf Attendant
Avery Ranch
03.2025 - 09.2025
Manager
Sno Ride Austin
11.2022 - 06.2024
Host & Food Runner
Hula Hut
05.2022 - 08.2022
University of Texas at Austin - Corporate Communications
University of Texas At Austin
High School Diploma -
Stephen F. Austin High School