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LJ Stroud

@ljstroud

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Emerging business professional specializing in finance, management, and sports administration.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a full-time role in sports management, financial planning, or business administration that offers hands-on responsibility, collaborative culture, and opportunities for growth.

I am an analytical, results-driven emerging business professional completing a B.S.B.A. in Management with a minor in Business Law at Western Carolina University. I bring proven skills in finance, mathematics, leadership, and problem-solving gained through coursework and hands-on projects.

I have practical experience advising a small business on market expansion and digital marketing through a Supply Chain Management project, and I have developed leadership, conflict resolution, and event-planning skills as a Resident Assistant and mentor in university programs.

I seek a full-time role where I can apply my financial and management knowledge, support team goals, and grow within sports management, financial planning, or business administration environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Resident Assistant

Western Carolina University

Jan 2023 - May 2023 (4 months)

Managed up to 35 students, led five engagement events per semester, and mediated conflicts to foster a positive residential community and ensure policy compliance.

Student Affairs Conflict Resolution Event Planning Community Building Policy Enforcement Communication Leadership

Mentor

Western Carolina University

Aug 2022 - May 2023 (9 months)

Guided a first-generation college student through monthly meetings and regular communications to increase retention and connect them with campus support resources.

Mentoring Student Support Communication Retention Event Planning

Crew Member

McDonald’s

Sep 2020 - Jun 2021 (9 months)

Delivered timely customer service, handled cash and electronic transactions, and followed food safety protocols to maintain facility cleanliness and service standards.

Customer Service Cash Handling Food Safety Time Management Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Western Carolina University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management

Activities and societies: Relevant course projects in Supply Chain Management; Mentor for Project CARE; Resident Assistant; Camp Counselor; member and captain of intramural sports teams.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Management major and a minor in Business Law, completing degree in December 2024; coursework included marketing, HR, supply chain, and financial management.