Andrew Higdon

• Provided tour groups with a one of a kind vacation experience around La Jolla, and educated them regarding the biological and geographical features found in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve • CPR/ First Aid, Professional Rescue, Water Safety, and Water Rescue training certifications

• Provided excellent customer service while delivering a quality product in a fast paced, team-oriented environment • Fostered fellow associates’ professional development, assisting them in earning promotions and heightening critical thinking and problem solving skills • Trusted to file the store’s bank deposits • Ensured that shifts ran smoothly by assisting with day to day business and planning

Excuted major fundraising events for the local nonprofit, raising over $50,000 Implemented new and varied marketing strategies to reach an assorted populous as well as stimulate interest for the events Forged new partnerships with local businesses such as Taylor Guitars, the San Diego Symphony and the PB Shore Club, as well as maintained existing partnerships to create vibrant local connections. Additional duties included reaching out to over 12,000 people through bi-weekly newsletters and volunteer emails, as well as representing the Surfrider Foundation San Diego County chapter at various events

• Organized workshops with community leaders with the goal of providing professional development opportunities for Public Administration majors • Created vibrant networking opportunities amongst PA majors