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Zak Suhar
student at mount union.
outdoor enthusiast.
perspective & jumping photographer.
entrepreneurial mind-setter.
Green Bay Packer & Wisconsin sports fan.
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- Jul 25, 12
The end of Las Fallas in Valencia made catching up on sleep a huge priority, and luckily the Monday we got back was a Spanish National Holiday! A refresher was needed for a week of rowing and cooking classes, topped … Continue reading
- Jul 20, 12
3 guys, 44 days, 11 countries, 18 flights, 38 thousand miles, an exploding volcano, 2 cameras and almost a terabyte of footage…all to turn 3 ambitious linear concepts based on movement, learning, and food into 3 beautiful and hopefully compelling … Continue reading
- Jun 29, 12
After going to Morocco I was ready for some more trips, but wanted to stay local. The University of Alicante has several affiliate travel programs that do day trips for adventure and to other cities for festivals and tours. A … Continue reading
- Jun 21, 12
Summerfest officials are excited to announce elements of its 2012 greening program. Along with partners MillerCoors and PepsiCo, Summerfest continues to take additional steps to raise awareness and encourage “green behavior.” To read greening efforts in full, check out their … Continue reading
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- Me receiving my diploma! A @GoPro Graduation at the University of @MountUnion » http://t.co/qL6ulWK7hP #GoMountGo #Commencement
- #Graduated. Officially a @mountunionalum!
- Bacon, egg, and Gouda on asiago, with a blueberry scone. Mmm! (at @PaneraBread w/ @ayysams) [pic]: http://t.co/fvaFip1Czu
- "College Advice, Take More #Risks," from the @mountunion blog » http://t.co/fF0CMTrz6r Thanks for the inspiration @jselingo! #JobHunt
- RT @FabianPattberg: #Sustainability and joy: the power of fun can transform the corporate world http://t.co/aDPRz8LfmP
- Why Is @Facebook Blue? The Science Behind Colors In #Marketing By @LeoWid http://t.co/YQvcDx10xE via @FastCompany
- RT @brainpicker: The secret of life from Steve Jobs, in 46 seconds http://t.co/ajdVaUtypC
- Just finished my last final! Boom, solid, #DONE.
- Check out my post, "The Benefits of Traveling Young" on the @mountunion blog! http://t.co/glMSHS96Au #ExploreMore #Youth
- Can't wait to get my hands on this book! The #Upcycle: Beyond Cradle to Cradle http://t.co/hU5uWnVEEU via @SustainBrands
- @Nike, NASA, & USAID Seek Innovations To Revolutionize Sustainable Materials » http://t.co/A7e73m25FW via @SustainBrands #SustyApr 30, 13 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- 13 players, including 4 @purpleraiders, getting an #NFL shot this season. The full list via @d3football: http://t.co/i3Vd1wmncd #d3fb
- 5 Steps to a Successful #StartUp from the @CommonBond_Co » http://t.co/7S0MZdgGgq Thanks for sharing @cassiev913!
- Study shows a walk in the park fixes a fuzzy brain - http://t.co/VKRuqzLFpQ via @TreeHugger #ExploreMore #StayWild
- Today is my last day of #school, ever.
- RT @CecilShortsIII: “@d3football: Four Mount Union players have gotten confirmed free agent deals, six #d3fb players overall" yup we out he…
- RT @purpleraiders: Four Mount Union Football Players Sign NFL Free Agent Deals http://t.co/cYDSRiWxAu #d3fb
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- Seeking Postgraduate OpportunitiesRenewables & Environment | Greater Milwaukee Area, USExperience
- Sept 2012 - PresentBringing Executives and Students Together (B.E.S.T.) Program / University of Mount Union
✓ Selected for a highly competitive program to work directly with senior level to solve real world challenges.
✓ Presented to Alliance for Children & Families a HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) solution that streamlined inputs and outputs in an efficient and economical manner, which gained 48+ hours in productivity, resulting in 600 extra hours a year in opportunity cost (valued at an estimated $10,000 in grant money). - Jul 2012 - PresentMarketing & Sustainability Intern / Max-R
✓ Researched and developed a Competitive Analysis matrix consisting of 45 company threats, reviewed top threats based on a point scale and SWOT analysis.
✓ Managed all social media profiles included Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Increased Facebook page ‘likes’ by 300% and had an average of 1,600 Weekly Organic Impressions.
✓ Implemented ad campaigns for Facebook & LinkedIn, which generated 61 clicks and a campaign reach of nearly 35,000 with a $50 Facebook Ad budget. - Sept 2011 - PresentSocial Media Manager, Treasurer - WI Great Lakes Chapter / Surfrider Foundation
✓ Created bank account to allocate all general funds and opened SquareUp account to accept membership fees and donations anywhere, at any time.
✓ Drive corporate brand donations to use as promotional material at events, and work with national non-profits to work new events. Secured gifts from Rip Curl, Laacke & Joys, and tabled notable shows for Dave Matthews Band and Tristan Prettyman, former Roxy surfer.
✓ Manage all social media profiles and developed a Wordpress.org platform integrating campaigns and programs. Implemented a general interest Google Form in Facebook with a ‘like’ Opt-In home screen. - Aug 2009 - PresentSustainable Management Advisory Committee Member / University of Mount Union
✓ Lead and coordinated an EPA sponsored Game Day Challenge where 48% of waste from one home football game was diverted from landfill.
✓ Facilitated and helped create an Eco-Rep manual and paid student position for the residence halls campus-wide.
✓ Developed an education proposal on campus and produced advertisements and marketing tools to raise awareness of sustainability within the student body. - Jun 2011 - Jul 2011Business Development Intern / TerraCycle
✓ Brand Engagement: Consulted with 30+ brands on solutions for handling their non-recyclable waste, and facilitated a tennis ball recycling program for ReBounces in time for the US Open worth $50,000. Conducted the proposal phase for TerraCycle’s first ever Shoe Brigade™ with Puma and Adidas, and created an internal document used for how shoes will be reused/upcycled.
✓ Development/Outreach: Created a database for target contacts to track brand outreach, initiated brand contact through sustainability managers, developed a company city mapping tool used for targeting key conglomerates and companies, and updated an exclusivity matrix from 30 new contracts.
✓ Generated a new template for presenting TerraCycle proposals, and helped structure a new business plan to collect waste and generate profit at events and universities. - Jun 2010 - Sept 2010Restoration Intern / Mequon Nature Preserve
✓ Participated in land management and maintenance, stewardship education, and administrative tasks.
✓ Provided leadership, facilitator, and logistical support during stewardship/restoration program events.
✓ Reported a 2020 Strategic Plan for Ozaukee Washington Land Trust and Mequon Nature Preserve, increased email database, and improved social media membership by 120%. - Aug 2010 - Aug 2010Brandon Jennings Camp Counselor / ProCamps Worldwide
✓ Lead, educated, and instructed a team of 20+ campers while providing insight, suggestions, and positive feedback to over 270 campers.
✓ Effectively marketed the camp to surrounding communities through email and other forms of media.
Education-
2009 - 2013University of Mount UnionBachelor of Business Management, Spanish in Minor: Environmental Science
Activities: Sophomore Service Honorary, Raider Relief, Sustainable Management Advisory Committee, First Year Experience Advocate, The Dynamo Columnist, Student Blogger -
2012 - 2012Universidad de AlicanteIntensive language courses
Activities: Intercambio Exchange Program, Club Soccer, Sailing, Spanish Cuisine
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Honors:• ESPN 2010 Academic All-District Football Team • NCAA Division III Football Player (2011 National Runner-Up) • 2010 Marketing Principles Contest 1st Winner • Grand Trunk Goods 2012 Study Abroad Scholarship Winner • 2012 Regula Scholar • Inagural Green Raider Award
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Interests:sustainable business, triple bottom line, social enterprise, social media, graphic design, photography, sports business, community development, video production, social media, blogging, hiking, traveling, kayaking, basketball, football
