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John B. O'Neal III

John B. O'Neal III

Odd Jobs Entrepreneur

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Corporate Grower - Brightfarms

  • Education

    • Center for Ecological Living and Learning

      2014 - 2014
      Study Abroad Sustainable Development GPA: 4.0

      - Lived and studied in 5 distinct and diverse sustainability focused communities throughout rural Nicaragua and Costa Rica over a three month period- Studied Community Development, Human Ecology, Critical and Creative Thinking, Spanish Language and Culture, and Service Learning through Sustainability Principals - Further investigated Sustainable Development and Appropriate Technologies in theory versus in practice- Created and committed to my own personal "Community Action… Show more - Lived and studied in 5 distinct and diverse sustainability focused communities throughout rural Nicaragua and Costa Rica over a three month period- Studied Community Development, Human Ecology, Critical and Creative Thinking, Spanish Language and Culture, and Service Learning through Sustainability Principals - Further investigated Sustainable Development and Appropriate Technologies in theory versus in practice- Created and committed to my own personal "Community Action Plan," a program requirement to prompt students to take action based off of learnings and how I best could implement real-world solutions at home through this progressive-sustainable lens Show less

    • Broughton High School

      2007 - 2011
      High School Cumulative GPA 4.22

      Activities and Societies: Golf team, Boxing club, Culinary Arts and Indulgences club Perfect Attendance: 2 years Founder and President - BHS Boxing Club-Organized a club constitution, club sponsor and boxing coach, and bi-weekly club meeting space at Rapid Fitness gym in downtown Raleigh, NC Founder and President - MS Golf Classic '09-Planned a golf tournament for 125 people to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in response to a best friend losing a close family member to MS; my boxing coach also currently… Show more Perfect Attendance: 2 years Founder and President - BHS Boxing Club-Organized a club constitution, club sponsor and boxing coach, and bi-weekly club meeting space at Rapid Fitness gym in downtown Raleigh, NC Founder and President - MS Golf Classic '09-Planned a golf tournament for 125 people to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in response to a best friend losing a close family member to MS; my boxing coach also currently has MS at a lower severity-Located at MacGregor Downs Country Club, all Food, Beverages, Silent Auction Items, Raffle Items, Team Prizes, Hole Prizes, Radio Interviews, and essentially everything needed to raise money was donated by local organizations, businesses, and individuals. -Raised over $11,000 and had a smooth day on the golf course! Golf Team Member - 2 Seasons Show less

    • Appalachian State University

      2015 - 2017
      Master’s Degree Sustainable Technologies in the Built Environment 3.92

      Activities and Societies: Full-Time Graduate Research Assistant: 3 Semesters Attended Numerous Professional Conferences and Facility Tours: NC State Energy Conference, ASU Energy Summit, NC Bio Energy Research Farm Field Day, Lucky Clay's Farm, Living Web Farm, Nexus Field Day Sustainable Building and Design and ConstructionWind and Hydro Power Systems Instrumentation for Renewable Energy SystemsResearch in TechnologyAdvanced Computer Modeling in Renewable Energy Energy Policy and RegulationsPhotovoltaic System Design and ConstructionSolar Thermal TechnologyTechnology and CultureIndustrial Leadership and OrganizationResearch Focus Area (2)

    • Appalachian State University

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor's Degree Major: Sustainable Development - Minor: Appropriate Technology Magna Cum Laude

      Activities and Societies: 1) Outstanding Senior Academic Achievement Award - May 2015 2) Permaculture Design Certification - May 2015 3) Grant Writing, Project Development and Presentation for 18th Annual Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors - April 23, 2015 GPA: 3.66

  • Experience

    • Self Employed

      Jan 2003 - Jun 2017
      Odd Jobs Entrepreneur

      I have completed an extensive variety of jobs for private homeowners, business owners, university responsibilities and have developed a proficiency and reputation in finding appropriate and comprehensive solutions to over 13 years of client requests. Skills and Proficiencies: Lawn Care, Weeding, Edging, Bush Trimming, Leaf Removal, Branch Removal, Planting, Mulching, Gutter Cleaning, Interior and Exterior Painting, Construction, Product/Appliance Installations, Power Washing, Interior and Exterior Painting, Stump Removal, Gardening, Custom Odd-Jobs, General Upkeep and Property Enhancements, Sustainability Consulting, Energy Efficiency Show less

    • Angus Barn Restaurant

      May 2012 - Dec 2012
      Kitchen Staff

      Ranked 5 out of 1,245 Restaurants in Raleigh on Trip AdvisorPerformed meticulous kitchen procedures, preparations, and demonstrations Provided professional catering and event services for weddings, banquets, and corporate eventsPerformed daily mail, shipping, and janitorial duties

    • Sanitary Fish Market and Restaurant

      May 2013 - Aug 2013
      Server

      Provided high-volume professional waiter service for a water front dining restaurant during busy summer months.

    • Winston's Grille

      May 2014 - Dec 2014
      Server

      Ranked 9 out of 1,245 Restaurants in Raleigh on Trip AdvisorProvided casual fine-dining service to business professionals and upscale patrons

    • Nexus Project

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Summer Research Assistant

      - Worked with a focus on an off-grid renewable energy, heat, and methane production site in order to supply optimal year-round growing conditions for a greenhouse with automation for aquaponics and sustainable agriculture experimentation- EPA grant funded project through ASU professors and students- Led a subproject designing and installing retractable greenhouse base-walls

    • Gideon's Ridge Inn

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Server

      Ranked 1 out of 11 B&B's and Inns in Blowing Rock on Trip AdvisorProvided fine-dining server duties focusing on locally sourced organic foods, fine wines and specialty cocktails.

    • Nexus Bioenergy Project, and Beech Mountain Wind Farm

      Aug 2015 - Dec 2016
      Full-Time Graduate Research Assistant

      Led original and continued existing Research, Design, Installation, and Maintenance at: - "Greenhouse Manager" at the Nexus Project for 12 months with a focus on Aquaponic system development and management. Other responsibilities included testing off-grid energy production such as PV, Wind, Solar Thermal, Anaerobic Digestor, Aerobic Digestor, Compost, etcetera in order to produce electricity, methane, biochar and hot water to maintain optimal greenhouse conditions for aquaponics, seed starting, and potted soil plants under Arduino automation control with resources and technologies deemed "appropriate technologies" for small-scale farmers to gain productivity at little cost or labor, and giving tours and guiding workdays for students, visitors, and farmers. - Beech Mountain Wind Farm testing wind speeds, turbine technologies and industry protocols Show less

    • Green Mountain Energy Company

      Jun 2017 - Nov 2017
      Renewable Energy Field Sales Agent

      Green Mountain Energy Company is the nation's longest serving retail provider of cleaner electricity.Worked independently and in team settings in the form of various sales styles between door to door conversations in the courtesy knock program, or tabling at storefronts, festivals, street fairs, farmers markets, and concerts. Discussed with PGE customers the difference between the basic service (>50% distant fossil fuels), and the local renewable energy plan (100% local renewables) - by making people aware of the fact that they have a choice to make a difference with their electricity bill based on the option they choose. In Oregon we have partnered with PGE to offer customers 100% renewable electricity at only a small rate increase (Basic Service is 10¢/kWh; Green Source is 10.8¢/kWh) than the basic electricity service, derived exclusively from cleaner sources such as wind, geothermal, biomass, solar power, and hydroelectric. The National Average electricity cost in the US is 12¢/kWh. Show less

    • BrightFarms

      Nov 2017 - now

      • Corporate Grower

        Mar 2023 - now

      • Head Grower

        Jan 2021 - Mar 2023

      • Head Grower

        Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

      • Apprentice Grower

        Nov 2017 - Jan 2020

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to John B. O'Neal III
      Chancellor's List Appalachian State University 4 semesters
    • Awarded to John B. O'Neal III
      Dean's List Appalachian State University 4 semesters

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Organic Farm Volunteer

      Issued by New Life Farm on Oct 2014
      New Life FarmAssociated with John B. O'Neal III

    • Construction Volunteer

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity of North Carolina on Jan 2013
      Habitat for Humanity of North CarolinaAssociated with John B. O'Neal III

    • Volunteer Construction

      Issued by Appalachian Service Project Mission Trip on Jan 2006
      Appalachian Service Project Mission TripAssociated with John B. O'Neal III