Connor Moynihan is a full-time student at Central Michigan University majoring in Entrepreneurship and minoring in Management. He is the founder and owner of High Hopes Hammock Company, which exceeded $75,000 in sales in its first year. He has also founded On Campus Clothing and has worked various jobs including as a youth camp counselor, book sales associate, and fitness trainer assistant to gain business and life experience. Connor is actively involved on campus through clubs like Epsilon Nu Tau and competitions where he has won awards such as 1st place in the 2015 Make A Pitch competition and Best Social Venture in the 2016 New Venture Competition.
1. Connor Moynihan
EDUCATION:
Central Michigan University
College of Business: Full-time Student/Business owner
Major: Entrepreneurship
Minor: Management
17185 Burkshire Dr.
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 994-2662
cmoyn@highhopeshammock.com
<<< https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-moynihan-
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Mount Pleasant, MI
Expected Graduation May 2017
PERSONAL VENTURE EXPERIENCE:
High Hopes Hammock Company http://highhopeshammock.com/
Founder/Owner
Design and modify prototypes to exceed customer expectations regarding quality and comfort
Oversee all B2C transactions exceeding over $75,000 sales within the first year of startup
Communicate with world-wide suppliers to track and monitor products in transit
Maintain social media accounts and PR communication resulting in increased sales figures
Analyze trends in outdoorrecreation market to better assess evolving needs ofconsumers
Competed in multiple sales competitions pitching my business successfully to earn seed money
Mount Pleasant/Grand Haven, MI
September 2015- Present
On Campus Clothing
Founder/Owner
Constructed tasteful t-shirt designs catered to specific college campuses providing a sense of spirit
Informed consumers of promotional deals through social media file sharing to expand customer base
Managed all logistical operations from inventory to customer eliminating shipping costs and delays
Mount Pleasant, MI
August 2014- Sept 2015
EMPLOYMENT:
YMCA
Youth Camp Counselor
Instructed campers in learning sports skills
Created a meaningful camp experience by connecting with children
Grand Haven MI
June 2015-August 2015
Brian’s Books
Sales Associate
Contributed to running a successful business.
Complete tasks such as; book invoices, shelve stocking, inventory, and customer service
Grand Valley University MI
Dec 2014- August 2015
Fit Body Bootcamp
Fitness Trainer Assistant
Learned fitness coaching skills by shadowing trainers
Instructed clients in weight loss focused excises
Grand Haven MI
June 2015- July 2015
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT:
Central Michigan University
Academic
Epsilon Nu Tau (2014-2017)- Outreach Chair
2015 New Venture Competition
Athletic
Rugby Team
Varsity Wrestling
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS:
Central Michigan University
Competitions
2015 Make A Pitch – 1st Place
2016 New Venture Competition Best Social Venture
Winner
Special Recognition
2014 CMU Scholar Athlete
St. Louis University
Competitions
Real Elevator Pitch – 1st Place & $2,500 prize