Harrison Choate

Chair

An Evening with Champions

Jan 2016 – Jan 201712 months

An Evening with Champions is a student-run figure skating gala to benefit the Jimmy Fund, donating over $2.9 million in 45 years. - Recruited and led team of 20 student board members in planning for 46th annual show - Raised over $67K for pediatric cancer care and research by managing publicity and outreach efforts, as well as fundraising through individual and corporate sponsorships, contests, and ticket & merchandise sales

Managing Director at The Harvard Shop

Harvard Student Agencies

Jan 2016 – Jan 201712 months

- Managed team of 12 student managers, 100+ hourly employees, operations of three retail locations, two e-commerce sites, and custom orders division to generate $3.4M in revenue, 7% YOY growth - Increased revenue by $830K by supervising opening and performance of a new store, exceeding projected revenue by 73% - Achieved 46% YOY growth in e-commerce revenue by developing and supervising marketing strategy with focus on site optimization and e-mail marketing - Awarded Harold Rosenwald Award for outstanding ethics, business acumen, and concern for the corporation and its members

Harvard Skate Manager

Harvard Student Agencies

Jan 2014 – Mar 201514 months

- Hired, trained and managed 17 employees, oversaw the smooth operations of Harvard’s outdoor rink and community area, including fire-pits and curling lanes - Increased revenue by 53% in 2014 season over the three-month period—its highest grossing season at that point--through advertising and promotion via social media and exhibitions - Analyzed 2014 sales and increased revenue by 20% in 2015 season by developing marketing strategy with Harvard Common Space’s team, extending community outreach, and increasing social media interactivity

Marketing & Brand Strategy Intern

Hillflint Inc.

Aug – Nov 20153 months

- Developed and executed sales plan, marketing strategy, and partnerships at Harvard for e-commerce collegiate apparel start-up - Organized partnership with local retailer, generating over $40K in revenue over one-year period

Account Management Intern

Tank Design

Jul – Aug 20151 month

- Created and managed projected timelines, budgets, and invoices for clients of digital marketing and branding agency - Assisted in performing competitive reviews of analogous brands and search engine optimization analysis for clients - Coordinated feedback and project progression between teams of graphic designers, web developers, and clients through scheduling and leading team meetings between departments and offices

Team USA Athlete-Men's Singles & Theatre on Ice

U.S. Figure Skating

Mar 2011 – May 201326 months

- 8-time national competitor, 3-time U.S. National Medalist, 2-time international medalist - Represented the United States internationally in France, Croatia, Romania, Italy, and Spain, both as an individual skater and as a part of a Theatre on Ice team.