Jalon Howard

University of Rochester-Rochester, NY 14627- CPU 276859

Phone: 814-403-5847 E-Mail: Jhowa10@u.rochester.edu

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Skills and Qualifications

Strong interests in business development, entrepreneurship, languages, and marketing

Conversational abilities in Italian and Spanish
Basic experience with JavaScript, HTML, WordPress, Google Analytics, R/ R Studio

Education

UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
ROCHESTER, NY
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
Anticipated May 2016
Minor: Business, Italian Language Studies
Pan Am 103 Scholarship Recipient: Excellence in the International Relations department
Kauffman Entrepreneurial Year Scholar: Tuition-free 5th year to complete an entrepreneurial project
o Established an a cappella music festival/ competition for high school students in Monroe County, NY
SUMMER STUDY ABROAD
ROME, ITALY
Culture and Language Immersion
May-June 2012
Benjamin A Gilman International Scholar

Professional Experience

UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP (C.F.E)

ROCHESTER, NY
Assistant Program Manager (NSF I-Corps Site Grant)
January 2015- Present
The I-Corps Site Grant is given to implement programs that encourage entrepreneurship in technological fields
Built program infrastructure: developed participant selection criteria, created program application,
designed financial distribution system for participant funding, managed $300,000 grant budget
Developed WordPress website layout and content and managed program publicity
Engaged local entrepreneurs and experts to volunteer mentor
CFE Marketing Intern
June 2014- January 2015
Gathered and analyzed Google Analytics data from mailing campaigns, blogs, and newsletters
Compiled data on comparable technical entrepreneurship programs and institutions
Assisted with planning and execution of conferences, business plan competitions, and other events
NY STATE DIVISION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
ROCHESTER, NY
Intake Specialist and Casework Analyst (Intern)
February 2014- August 2014
Determined jurisdiction in complaints of discrimination and interviewed complainants and witnesses
Prepared reports and summaries on conferences, pending cases, and decided cases
SONY ELECTRONICS
ROCHESTER, NY/ SAN DIEGO, CA
Student Brand Ambassador
July 2013-July 2014
Promoted the Sony Electronics brand to the college demographic through organized events, social media
sources, product demos, and other marketing strategies
Managed events budget, organized and executed events, engaged administration and student clubs,
created marketing materials, documented impact of events
PROGRESS OHIO
COLUMBUS, OH
Political Activist and Issue Advocacy Non-profit (Summer Intern)
June 2013- August 2013
Managed blog and social media outlets, assisted with planning earned media events and fundraising

Extracurricular Experience

UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
ROCHESTER, NY
Marketing Projects and Cases Class
January 2015-Present
Worked with the international Constellation Brands company on practical marketing issues
Developed a marketing and advertising plan for a newly acquired premium spirit brand (Casa Noble).
Managed a team to conduct original market research to support our plan
Student Alumni Ambassador
February 2014-Present
Organized, executed, and staffed events to promote alumni relations and the university
Served as conduit to connect current students with professional contacts, events, and information
After Hours A Cappella Group, Booking and Business Manager
September 2011-Present
Managed all activity in multiple expense and income accounts
Managed financing of $15,000 album production, performance tour, group attire, and four local concerts