Leader, Self-Motivated

JACOB R. FINCHER

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OBJECTIVE:

I am a recent college graduate seeking a full-time employment position within the

water/sustainability/environmental industry. My skills would best suite a project and

account management position. I have an increased interest in governmental and

international affairs. However, I am open to all opportunities and would appreciate the

chance to discuss all career opportunities.

education

Graduated Integrated Science and Business Undergraduate Degree with a Water Emphasis

May 2014 (BBA)

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Internship – (Institute for Water business)

Senior Project – (Creating a business)

co-corricular Experiences

June 2013- Affiliated Scholar – Institute for Water Business at UW-Whitewater

May 2014

Assisted in the early development of the Institute

Created marketing campaigns, attended and organized related events

Contacted and accommodated international professionals

September Co-President – UW-Whitewater Water Council

2013 – May

Facilitated weekly meetings

2014

Arranged for guest speakers, located potential jobs and internships for members

Formed action committees, recruitment, and fundraising

Assisted in positioning our parent chapter as the world water leader in regards to freshwater

December President – UW-Whitewater Water Environment Federation Student Chapter

2013 – May

Created the student chapter

2014

Participated in highly collaborative efforts for creating and completing projects and events

Arranged for guest speakers, located potential jobs and internships for members

Created connections both within the organization and externally by identifying strengths of

individuals

December Event Coordinator – Sustainability Summit

2014 –

Researched and contacted locations for a walking tour

April 2014

Identified sustainable practices, logistical planning

November Off-Campus Senator – Whitewater Student Government

2012-

Exposure to parliamentary procedure, conflict negotiation

May 2013

Provided continuous communication amongst various organizations

International exposure

January Travel Study - Thailand

2013

During this trip, I observed the opposing views of local communities vs.

economic trade officials on the use of rivers and natural resources. I was also able to

observe the different cultural views on natural resources.

May 2014 Travel Study – Iceland/Norway

During this trip, we traveled by cruise ship from England, to Iceland, to

Norway and learned about international water business issues. We will also toured

wastewater facilities, geothermal plants, and the International Water Association.

Work History

January Founder – H20ed LLC

2013-

• Developing a business model that integrates Common Core, STEAM, and tiered

Present

learning while emphasizing the importance of water.

• Product research, market research, site planning, grant proposals, business plan

competitions

• Understanding regulations, requirements, and partnering with similar organizations

September Bartender – Beer Here (Whitewater, WI)

2013- May

• Build strong relationships with patrons

2014

• Money handling, working independently, and closing the establishment at night

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