Michael Prudente

Experience

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  Eastern Lines Surf Shop

  Nov 2016 - Aug 2023

  - Conduct personalized 1 on 1 and group surf lessons, tailoring instruction to individuals of various ages and skill levels- Demonstrate expertise in teaching ocean skills and safety, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of safe ocean activity practices- Adapt lesson plans to accommodate diverse ocean conditions, fostering adaptability and resilience in students - Manage floor operations and contribute to inventory management, providing feedback to brand representatives- Provide personalized sales assistance for water-sport merchandise, consistently achieving sales exceeding $1,000- Conduct comprehensive training sessions for new employees, ensuring a seamless on-boarding process - Engaged with customers in a friendly and approachable manner- Ensured the store is well-organized and displays are visually appealing

  • Surf Coach and Instructor

    May 2022 - Aug 2023

  • Sales Associate

    May 2018 - Aug 2023

  • Sales Assistant

    Nov 2016 - May 2018
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  The Salty Whale

  Jul 2020 - May 2021

  Food Runner, Busser

  - Quickly and accurately delivered orders from the kitchen to customers- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen, organized tickets, and handled opening and closing preparations

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  Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity

  Nov 2021 - now

  - Serve as a member of the chapter’s Executive Board- Oversee judicial board process, with the goal of holding members accountable for policy violationsand incongruence of the Fraternity values- Serve as sergeant at arms and maintain order during chapter meetings and rituals - Elected position for four semesters as a representative of my grade during judicial conduct hearings within the fraternity - Collaborated with fellow committee members to plan and execute home improvement, woodworking, and miscellaneous construction projects- Ensured precise implementation of plans and designs to facilitating accurate construction processes- Adhered to budgetary constraints towards projects for each semester

  • Undergraduate Member

    Nov 2021 - now

  • Sentinel

    Dec 2023 - Jan 2024

  • Class Judicial Representative

    Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

  • House Project Committee

    Nov 2021 - Apr 2023
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  Windward Tavern

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Food Expeditor

  - Finalized the presentation of customer plates and organized orders for efficient service- Maintained composure in a fast-paced, loud, and hot environment, demonstrating exceptional coordination- Collaborated with servers and stepped in to assist when necessary, ensuring smooth restaurant operations

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  Clemson Interfraternity Council

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2023

  - Served on the board panel that holds all 22 IFC Chapters accountable against our Constitution, Bylaws, Executive Orders and any additional policies and/or guidelines set forth by the IFC, OFSL, CRL, and the University- Maintained accurate records and polices regarding the proceedings of the IFC Honor Court- Selected at the discretion of the Executive VP and IFC Executive board - Hired position, mentored a group of new fraternity associate members, providing guidance, support, and a sense of belonging during their transition into college- Facilitated a provided curriculum classroom, focusing on personal development, mental and physical health, and owning actions and responsibility - Hired position, ensured that an assigned group of rushees were well-informed- Coordinated with the IFC on the status of group members' required documents and requirements

  • Honor Court Juror

    Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

  • New Member Mentor

    Feb 2022 - Nov 2023

  • Rush Captain

    Sept 2022 - Feb 2023
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  Conti Federal Services

  Dec 2023 - Jan 2024

  Engineering Intern

  - Investigated upcoming opportunities with the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), tracing potential projects that align with Conti's strategic goals, detailing location, details, value, profit, risk.- Reviewed bid documents and specifications of federal USACE projects, developing an understanding of project requirements facilitating the development of proposals and bids.- Gathered information and created comprehensive country risk assessments for prospective federal construction projects in Norway, Iceland, Slovakia, and Turkey, providing invaluable insights for strategic decision-making.- Conducted investigations into the European marketplace to identify and communicate with potential construction trade partners across various disciplines, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Sitework, fostering collaborative opportunities for future projects. Show less

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  Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic

  Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

  Student Engineer