Andrew Samonte

Experience

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  Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets

  Aug 2020 - May 2024

  Cadet

  Company Executive Officer: Led a company of 60 Cadets as the second-highest ranking officer, overseeing administrative tasks, conducting military-style operations training, and executing leadership development training.Battalion Physical Fitness Instructor: Led a Battalion of over 200 Cadets in physical fitness operations. Planned each physical training session, ensuring safety and fluency through each operation. Cadre Sergeant: Led and mentored 25 Freshman Cadets in their transition from high school to a Senior Military College. Enforced military-like standards such as room and uniform inspections, military-bearing, and schedule planning. Taught morning lessons on the principles of leadership and enforced the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Honor Code. Show less

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  Lawrence Township Police Department

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Intern

  Participated in ride-alongs with sworn officers Provided assistance when instructed by officersWorked alongside the detective to help solve casesParticipated in firearm training and tactical motorcycle training courses Assisted in filling out case reports

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  Virginia Tech-Boeing Industry Mentorship Program

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Research And Policy Analyst

  Public Policy: Provided policy and regulatory insights to the engineering team responsible for the design of landing pads/recharging capabilities for commercial urban air mobility aircraft (UAM).Industry Communications: Built consensus with Boeing, CAT, and Aurora Flight Science executives to address stakeholder needs regarding UAM.

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  RedLand Strategies Inc.

  May 2023 - Jul 2023

  Technology Lobbying/Procurement Intern

  Performed research and data analysis in support of Redland Strategies’ technology clients. Topics include, but not limited to Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Multi-Factor Authentication, and Single Sign On.Researched and reported on the need for such advanced technology solutions within NYS agencies, including the Office of Information Technology Services, Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Health, and Department of Labor.Attended in-person and/or remote regularly scheduled staff meetings and client meetings with the Redland team. Provided a summary of those meetings as a follow-up assignment.Monitored social media for trending topics relevant to the Redland business and their respective clients. Show less

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  Carahsoft

  Jul 2024 - now

  Government Account Representative- Core Cyber Team

  Manage assigned accounts to maximize sales potentialWork effectively within assigned territory and named account base to maximize sales potentialGenerate leads, qualify opportunities, and forecast pipelineResponsible for set revenue expectations and achievementsBuild strong relationships to achieve win/win results toward common goalDrive registration to and attend client meetings and events. Build strong relationships to achieve client goals