Zachary Cornelius Amachee
Ozone Park,,NY
Summary
Decisive, analytical, and visionary — a results-driven leader uniting finance, technology, and strategy to create measurable impact. Proven record of building AI systems before mainstream adoption, leading high-visibility initiatives across CUNY, and driving operational excellence in both corporate and nonprofit sectors. Combines data-driven precision with executive-level judgment, delivering innovation, discipline, and results that move organizations forward.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Vice President
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
New York, New York
09.2021 - Current
- Directed chapter initiatives supporting community engagement, resource accessibility, and student wellness across multiple CUNY campuses, impacting 1,000+ students through public events and outreach programs.
- Partnered with the CUNY Chancellor and senior administrators to enhance institutional support for student-driven initiatives, strengthening collaboration between student leadership and campus administration.
- Organized and moderated mental health awareness panels featuring university psychologists, faculty, and industry experts, increasing event attendance by over 60% year-over-year.
- Led volunteer coordination efforts at the campus Food Pantry, implementing visibility campaigns that boosted usage by 35% through targeted outreach and partnership with student government.
- Managed cross-departmental logistics for community service projects, overseeing scheduling, budgeting, and promotion while maintaining transparency and accountability in all reporting processes.
- Represented the chapter in regional and national leadership conferences, reinforcing Phi Theta Kappa’s mission of academic excellence, integrity, and civic engagement.
MET Associate
The Home Depot Inc
Ozone Park, New York
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated cross-functionally with operations and logistics teams to improve project timelines, reducing reset completion time by 15%.
- Supported budget adherence and resource allocation across projects averaging $250K+ in cumulative merchandise value, demonstrating operational financial discipline.
- Ensured 100% compliance with safety, corporate, and visual merchandising standards, contributing to consistent “green” audit scores across all assigned departments.
Computer Programming Instructor
Whizara
New York, New York
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Instructed 150+ students across multiple cohorts in core programming languages including Python, Java, C++, and JavaScript, emphasizing computational logic and algorithmic problem-solving.
- Designed and delivered interactive coding curricula focused on data structures, control flow, and modular programming — improving average student performance by 20% across coding assessments.
- Mentored students in building scalable projects and real-world applications, reinforcing principles of data-driven reasoning, process optimization, and logical efficiency.
Software Engineer Intern
United States Esports Association
New York, New York
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Engineered and deployed AI-driven automation tools that streamlined event management, data entry, and scheduling tasks — prior to the emergence of commercial LLMs such as ChatGPT.
- Designed and implemented internal workflow automation systems using Python, Flask, and API integrations, enhancing communication between departments and reducing administrative bottlenecks.
- Conducted data analysis on engagement metrics and player performance, producing insights that informed sponsorship targeting and event design strategies.
Strategic Advisor
CentSai
New York, New York
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Advised executive leadership on growth strategy, digital engagement, and content optimization for a financial literacy startup serving thousands of users nationwide.
- Conducted market and competitor analyses to identify new partnership opportunities.
- Evaluated platform performance metrics, synthesizing data insights into actionable strategic recommendations for marketing, product development, and financial planning teams.
- Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to align business objectives with user experience.
Education
BBA - Computer Information Systems
Baruch College
New York (City), NY05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NY05-2022
Skills
- Project management
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Qualitative and quantitative data analysis
- Statistical modeling
- In-depth programming expertise
Accomplishments
All-NY Academic Team - Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Timeline
MET Associate
The Home Depot Inc
09.2024 - 01.2025
Computer Programming Instructor
Whizara
07.2022 - 07.2023
Student Vice President
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
09.2021 - Current
Software Engineer Intern
United States Esports Association
06.2021 - 06.2022
Strategic Advisor
CentSai
01.2021 - 06.2021
BBA - Computer Information Systems
Baruch College
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Queensborough Community College