Cullen Cochlan

Experience

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  Salt Creek Club

  May 2021 - Aug 2022

  Swim Coach/Head Guard

  Supervised all lifeguards on shift, attended to all patrons, delegated tasks, and maintained daily pool operations. Head coached the 11–12-year-old age group, which entailed running practices and preparing the athletes for competition.Displayed initiative by leading meet warmups, coaching intently during practices, and creating workout sets for dozens of swimmers.

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  HINSDALE SWIM CLUB

  May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Assistant Coach

  Worked as a USA Swimming certified coach for a Bronze Medal Club instructing all ages. Used my experience as a lifelong and collegiate swimmer to improve technique and increase potential in other swimmers.

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  Endure It Sports

  May 2021 - Sept 2021

  Fundraiser and Administrator of Events

  Procured sponsors for 5K events and created sponsorship levels for the company.Learned the importance of salesmanship by going door-to-door to recruit sponsors and distribute advertisements.Worked with municipalities to properly complete paperwork in a timely fashion.Logistically organized each event to ensure their flawless operations.

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  LMP Action CIC

  May 2022 - Jul 2022

  Program Coordinator

  Led organization efforts, data management, and exhibitor recruitment for the inaugural Hammersmith Careers FairDoubled the number of exhibitors in attendance from 25 to 50+.Collaborated with the marketing team to create a Careers Fair Guide and other content to ensure attendees were provided with optimal information.Gained sales and data management skills through cold-calling, mail merging, and the use of Excel.

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  Promus Holdings, LLC

  Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

  Summer Intern

  Evaluated a new investment opportunity in the pet grooming and boarding industry. Reviewed the confidential information memorandum and third-party due diligence reports, assessed the market, and presented findings to the Promus Equity Partners investment committee. Analyzed business fundamentals such as market trends, management, growth opportunities and financial performance. Recommended that the firm decline this opportunity because expansion agreements were contingent upon 20%+ annual growth rates, which were unachievable for the company due to pessimistic market conditions. Toured a top-performing company in the snack production and packaging industry. Met with management to better understand their value creation strategy through automation and expansion, leading to remarkable EBITDA growth. Analyzed a middle market private equity fund as a potential investment for Promus Access. Compared the funds’ historical returns, team strengths, and strategy. Presented to the investment committee, ultimately advising that Promus should invest due to team culture and strength of performance. Show less

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  EY

  Jul 2024 - now

  FSO Tax Staff