Colton K.

Houston
(832) 917-4748 colton.houston@asu.edu 28303 Leanne Trail Ln. Spring, Texas 77386

Professional Profile
Motivated, experienced personnel management, fundraising, and customer relations expert with 5 years in the
communication and sales focused industry. Able and willing to manage a sophisticated fundraising operation,
coach a diverse team, build key relationships with donors, and portray both long and short term visions for the
future. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Photoshop.
Core skills include:

Excellent Written & Oral Communication

Team Building & Management

Leadership Development
Experienced Fundraiser

Education

Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona

2016
Bachelor of Science in Public Service & Public Policy
Development Coursework
Public SpeakingLeading Organizations

December

Leadership and Change Policy Changes

Professional Experience

Starbucks - Shift Managing Supervisor

10/2014 Present
Supervising of store operations including managing and coaching up to 9 partners at a time
Inventory management including inventory counts, audits, and waste management
Multi-tasking and fulfilling an integral role in a team-oriented culture
Development and coaching of partners including baristas, shift supervisors, and the general manager
City of Huntsville Main Street Program Internship
01/2015 06/2015
Researched and secured talent and donors for city events by networking and negotiating with prospects
Composed fundraising letters and donation proposals for festivals, securing $10,000 in donations
Created internal reports including budget, fundraising, and downtown development
Prepared presentation materials for city council and government organization meetings
Sam Houston State University - Newton Gresham Library Student Assistant
01/2015
Use of catalog databases to assist in the organizing of library documents
Organizing and research of documents for shelving and location

9/2013 -

Kohls Department Store - Sales Associate

10/2011 10/2014
Soliciting and persuading sales of credit applications for the company
Responsible for secure handling of confidential customer payment and credit information

Community Involvement

Montgomery County Food Bank, Volunteer

April 2016

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AAMA Learning Center Facilities, Volunteer

Habitat for Humanity, Volunteer

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March 2016
June 2013