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W. Max Patterson
629 NW 11th St Corvallis, Oregon 97330 541.281.9134 Patterson.Maxwell@gmail.com

Objective To attain work experience for my personal development and gain insight into new areas of the business-world. I desire to earn money and experience while furthering my education and meeting new individuals within the community which I reside in. I hope to foster working relationships and friendships with those who may help me achieve my long-term goals. Education Graduate (2009) Klamath Union High School Klamath Falls, Or Pursuing (expected completion Summer 12) B.S. in Political Science Minor in Business Entrepreneurship at Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon

Recognition, Co-Curricular Experience, Relevant Skills Presidents Volunteer Service Award (2008 & 2009) Certified Ordained Minister Universal Life Church Monastery (2007) ODFW Hunters Safety Education Course Completion (2002) Published AuthorThe DECA Connection (08 & 09) The Liberty (2010) The Daily Barometer (2010) Proficient operating Mac OS and Windows OS Clean driving record, licensed in Oregon Voting Member- Oregon State University Student Recognition & Awards Committee Professional Experience Intern ASOSU Office of Advocacy (March 2010-March 2011) http://oregonstate.edu/dept/asosu-advocacy/ Supervisor: Patricia Lacy J.D. Duties: Collaborate with other interns, as well as ASOSU Executive Staff, to complete necessary office & clerical tasks as determined appropriate by the parameters of Office of Advocacy work Handled, managed and organized confidential case reports for clients Created website, newsletter and promotional materials for students y (November 2009-Present) y Legislator (elect) ASOSU House of Representatives Duties: Represent on the House Ways & Means committee; hold line-item veto authority Draft legislation to improve the condition of the Oregon State campus and community Push forward legislation as deemed relevant and necessary Discuss, debate & investigate pertinent student-related topics

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President (elect) Oregon Association of DECA (February 2007-February 2008) http://www.oregondeca.org/ Supervisors: Nat Ellis, Laura Nelson, Trina Lee Duties: Represent an international association of marketing and business students Work with fellow officers, at both the chapter, state and national level, to organize and host multiple leadership development conferences over the course of the year Attend leadership development conferences across the country Organize State-wide DECA competitions Write & deliver speeches for state leadership development conferences Created the first Oregon DECA District III Boot Camp, a nationally recognized program y Laborer Patterson Construction Inc. (2004-2009) Supervisors: W.K. Patterson, Jeff Garcelon Duties: Assist in the creation and destruction of things Maintain the upkeep of property Operate heavy machinery as needed Operable machinery: Case Backhoe - Caterpillar D8 Bulldozer - Caterpillar 955 Track Loader Caterpillar 966 Loader - Stihl Chainsaw & Weed-whacker y Founder/Yard-Care Expert Maxs Yard & House Care (2001-2008) Job Description: Started and marketed an independent lawn-care, plant-maintenance, and pet-sitting operation for neighbors and friends. Worked for property-owners, landlords and families. Lived in houses of absent families. Trusted to deliver professional, clean and well-done work in a timely manner.