Ryan Pekarek

Experience

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  KPMG Peat Marwick

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

  IES Tax Intern

  • Received and organized all forms necessary for tax preparation• Prepared initial calculations and values needed for 2007 Tax Return• Answered any questions and corresponded with tax payers

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  Impact Media Global

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Project Manager

  • Investigated foreign investment opportunities in the field in emerging markets on behalf of Forbes and the New York Times in Lebanon and Turkey• Compiled extensive market research through various sources such as local journalists, government departments and NGOs• Covered sectors including Banking and Finance, Energy and Renewable Energy, Telecommunications, Tourism and Real Estate• Conducted professional interviews with government ministers and key leaders in the private sector (exclusively at Chairman or CEO level)• Compiled and submitted editorial notes to help steer managing editor • Responsible for all finances, budgeting, and accounting related to the project Show less

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  Real Time Resolutions

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

  Bankruptcy Analyst

  • Reviewed and prioritized each Chapter 7 bankruptcy case• Calculated equity available for each loan• Submitted any additional paperwork needed to courts for bankruptcy cases

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  Univ. of West Florida Athletic Department

  Jan 2011 - Jun 2011

  Game Operations Assistant

  • Worked NCAA Division 2 South Regional Baseball Tournament• Responsible for setup of pre-game operations for baseball and softball games• Distributed media and promo materials, sold tickets and performed post game clean up of stadiums

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  Florida State University

  Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

  • NCAA Division 1 Women’s Basketball Tournament (Rounds 1 & 2) – Administered credentials for teams, administrators, and officials• NCAA Division 1 Regional & Super Regional - Provided operations support for tournament games• PACIOLAN use in distribution and sale of tickets • Created and implemented curriculum for Stretch & Relaxation, Bowling and Weight Training Courses• Lead a total of six classes per week in activities and assignments • Advised student athletes in economics, finance, and accounting courses• Instruct and help with lecture and practice material

  • Ticket Operations Assistant

    Jan 2012 - Jul 2012

  • Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2011 - Jul 2012

  • Athletic Academic Services Assistant

    Aug 2011 - Jul 2012
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  Harvard University

  Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

  Compliance Assistant

  -Maintain NCAA squad lists for 41 sports, as well as, tracking NCAA student athlete eligibility through LSDBi and Harvard’s Compliance Database.-Ensure compliance with NCAA and Ivy League rules by reviewing playing/practice calendars and hour limits.-Managing the NCAA Student-Athlete Assistance Fund.-Hold compliance meetings with students regarding initial eligibility.-Communicating with the NCAA Eligibility Center to monitor eligibility of recruits and incoming freshmen.-Planning rules education seminars for coaches. In addition to educating coaches and administrators through rules interpretation and monthly newsletters.-Assisting the Assistant Athletic Director with submission of NCAA waiver and violation reports. Show less

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  Texas A&M University

  Jun 2013 - May 2015

  Compliance Coordinator

  - Served as a primary contact for eligibility center certification, roster management, transfer student logistics, phone logs, awards, occasional meals, complimentary admissions, and Football game day recruit monitoring- Aided in revision of policies and implement new processes to increase departmental efficiency- Verified initial and continuing academic eligibility and squad lists- Compiled and prepared violation self-reports and requested waivers- Observed and verified drug testing operating procedures for school athletes- Researched and prepared education materials for student-athletes, boosters and parents- Provided interpretations for coaches, student-athletes, staff and boosters- Reviewed recruiting visits including meals, transportation and lodging- Administered the NCAA coaches certification exam Show less

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  Texas A&M Health Science Center

  May 2015 - now

  Program Manager