Maria Orona Resume
MARIA FERNANDA ORONA
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EDUCATION
The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
• MBA with a Finance concentration and Certificate in Energy Business. Expected Graduation Date: May 2020
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing May 2018
GPA: 3.989 Honors: Summa Cum Laude.
Outstanding Student in Marketing Award recipient, Spring 2018. Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. National Honor Society. Jack Ladd Endowed Scholarship recipient. President’s Honor Roll 8 semesters. NCAA DII tennis player
WORK EXPERIENCE
College of Business. The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
Graduate assistant for Dr. Bai, Chair of Graduate Business Studies August 2018 – Present
• Assist faculty with research projects in marketing, management, and finance departments
• Conduct and assist faculty in finance and energy finance projects
• Assist administrative staff with data entry, office duties, and organization of events
Student Housing. The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
Resident Assistant August 2018 – Present
• Promote academic excellence, address student needs, and encourage involvement among residents supporting the missions of the University and the office of residential life
• Develop an inclusive community among 100 residents, maximizing positive resident interactions
• Work with Co-Resident Assistant to execute creative programs, fostering student development socially, and culturally
Katlan Constructions, Inc. Durango, Mexico
Sales and Marketing Intern May 2018- August 2018
• Assisted with research of prospective clients and entered information of potential customers into management systems
• Attended events, pitched the company and kept track of public relations activity
• Assisted with marketing collateral development; brochures, advertisements, and public relations materials
Heladagen Washington, DC
Marketing Intern March 2017-August 2017
• Managed content, developed media plans and updated social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram
• Developed newsletter content and supervised email marketing campaigns, utilizing MailChimp software
• Conducted online research for targeted buyers’ demographics and supported brand promotion execution
My Falcon Radio. The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
Social Media Editor February 2017- May 2017
• Produced and executed social media campaigns prior to sports season
• Developed and performed basic photography skills
• Created, designed, and edited Photoshop graphics to accompany daily postings
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Women’s Tennis Team Captain for The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
• Lead team of 10 university tennis players to excel in the classroom and on the tennis courts
• Served as a liaison between the team and coaching staff, effectively resolved intra-team conflicts.
• Structured and supervised tennis practices, study hall, and gym workouts
Tennis Clinic Coordinator Durango, Mexico
• Organized tennis clinics for disadvantaged youth in the Durango community
• Instructed tennis clinics while emphasizing the importance of character and integrity on and off the tennis courts
SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES
Languages: Spanish and English
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Photoshop CS5, digital photography, social media marketing, email newsletter design, problem-solving, data entry, customer service, coaching, sales, and team leadership experience
Activities: NCAA DII tennis player, member of the UTPB Finance Club, member of the UTPB Marketing club, member of the UTPB My Falcon Radio
ACHIEVEMENTS
• • Marketing Outstanding Student of the Year, May 2018
• Scholar-Athlete of the year, May 2015, 2017, 2018
• LSC All-Academic team, May 2017, 2018
• All-Conference First Team May 2015, 2017
• Voted as one of the most influential youths of Durango, Mexico 2014
• Selected as 10 of the best athletes of Mexico in 2007 and met the Mexican President Felipe Calderon
MARIA FERNANDA ORONA
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EDUCATION
The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
• MBA with a Finance concentration and Certificate in Energy Business. Expected Graduation Date: May 2020
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing May 2018
GPA: 3.989 Honors: Summa Cum Laude.
Outstanding Student in Marketing Award recipient, Spring 2018. Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. National Honor Society. Jack Ladd Endowed Scholarship recipient. President’s Honor Roll 8 semesters. NCAA DII tennis player
WORK EXPERIENCE
College of Business. The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
Graduate assistant for Dr. Bai, Chair of Graduate Business Studies August 2018 – Present
• Assist faculty with research projects in marketing, management, and finance departments
• Conduct and assist faculty in finance and energy finance projects
• Assist administrative staff with data entry, office duties, and organization of events
Student Housing. The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
Resident Assistant August 2018 – Present
• Promote academic excellence, address student needs, and encourage involvement among residents supporting the missions of the University and the office of residential life
• Develop an inclusive community among 100 residents, maximizing positive resident interactions
• Work with Co-Resident Assistant to execute creative programs, fostering student development socially, and culturally
Katlan Constructions, Inc. Durango, Mexico
Sales and Marketing Intern May 2018- August 2018
• Assisted with research of prospective clients and entered information of potential customers into management systems
• Attended events, pitched the company and kept track of public relations activity
• Assisted with marketing collateral development; brochures, advertisements, and public relations materials
Heladagen Washington, DC
Marketing Intern March 2017-August 2017
• Managed content, developed media plans and updated social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram
• Developed newsletter content and supervised email marketing campaigns, utilizing MailChimp software
• Conducted online research for targeted buyers’ demographics and supported brand promotion execution
My Falcon Radio. The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
Social Media Editor February 2017- May 2017
• Produced and executed social media campaigns prior to sports season
• Developed and performed basic photography skills
• Created, designed, and edited Photoshop graphics to accompany daily postings
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Women’s Tennis Team Captain for The University of Texas, Permian Basin Odessa, Texas
• Lead team of 10 university tennis players to excel in the classroom and on the tennis courts
• Served as a liaison between the team and coaching staff, effectively resolved intra-team conflicts.
• Structured and supervised tennis practices, study hall, and gym workouts
Tennis Clinic Coordinator Durango, Mexico
• Organized tennis clinics for disadvantaged youth in the Durango community
• Instructed tennis clinics while emphasizing the importance of character and integrity on and off the tennis courts
SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES
Languages: Spanish and English
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Photoshop CS5, digital photography, social media marketing, email newsletter design, problem-solving, data entry, customer service, coaching, sales, and team leadership experience
Activities: NCAA DII tennis player, member of the UTPB Finance Club, member of the UTPB Marketing club, member of the UTPB My Falcon Radio
ACHIEVEMENTS
• • Marketing Outstanding Student of the Year, May 2018
• Scholar-Athlete of the year, May 2015, 2017, 2018
• LSC All-Academic team, May 2017, 2018
• All-Conference First Team May 2015, 2017
• Voted as one of the most influential youths of Durango, Mexico 2014
• Selected as 10 of the best athletes of Mexico in 2007 and met the Mexican President Felipe Calderon