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February **** - Current
July **** - September 2024
October 2022 - May 2024
January 2024 - May 2024
June 2019 - June 2020
November 2018 - March 2020
KWABENA
AKUFFO
Keedysville, MD 21756
*******@********.***.***
Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Science University of Maryland College Park, College Park, MD Skills
Work History
Footwear Sales Associate Dicks Sporting Goods, Hagerstown, USA Commanders Equipment Intern Washington Commanders, Ashburn, USA Equipment Manager UMD Football, College Park, USA
Referee University of Maryland, College Park, College Park, USA Cashier Weis Markets, Boonsboro, USA
Equipment Manager Saint Maria Goretti High School, Hagerstown, USA Project
Python NBA Draft Predictor, Contributed to a group project developing a Python-based NBA Draft Predictor. Applied z-score analysis to assess draft prospects and implemented a player comparison feature. Enhanced statistical and teamwork skills. HTML JavaScript NFL Wide Receiver Prospect Tool, Designed and implemented a solo project - an HTML and JavaScript tool for analyzing NFL wide receiver prospects. Collected extensive data, created an intuitive user interface, and implemented interactive features, showcasing front-end development skills and data synthesis abilities. EcoLatinos CRM Data Management, Collaborated with EcoLatinos, an organization focused on social and environmental justice for Latino communities in the Chesapeake Bay Region, to enhance their CRM data management capabilities by consolidating and cleaning large datasets from multiple CRM systems and creating a user-friendly data management system.
Awards
Html
Python
Data visualization
Javascript
SQL
Excel functions
Handled customer inquiries and complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain satisfaction levels. Utilized data tracking to monitor equipment usage, player preferences, and inventory needs, ensuring efficient distribution and organization within the locker room and practice fields. Assisted in practice setup by analyzing equipment logistics and optimizing workflows to improve team efficiency. Gained Effective communication: Conveying information clearly and concisely to coaches and other managers. Gained Conflict resolution: Addressing and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner. Held signs during games for offensive players to read every play (Only 3 managers have this role). Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
Utilized strong decision-making skills under pressure, contributing to the overall quality of each competition. Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules. Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions. Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift. Record and compile detailed statistics during games, including points scored, rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, turnovers, and more for each player and team.
Run the Clock and Scoreboard during practices and games. Spring 2024 Dean's List, 3.94 GPA
Presidents Education Award, Received for academic excellence from elementary to 8th grade (A letter from President Obama) National Society of High School Scholars, Honor roll recipient 200 Club, Finished with over 600 hours in Community service during High School