1. Brad Drost
3123 Cedar Creek Road, Ayr, Ontario N0B 1E0
226-868-5970  brad.drost@gmail.com
Education
Honours Bachelor of Commerce September 2011 – April 2016
DeGrooteSchoolofBusiness,McMasterUniversity,Hamilton,ON
 Area of focus:Marketing, Minor in Economics
 Entrance Scholarship, 2011
 Dean’s Honour List, 2013, 2014, 2016
 Participated in 16-month Commerce Internship, DAP Canada Incorporated
Work Experience
Marketing Intern May 2014 – August2015
DAPCanada Incorporated,Scarborough,ON
 Developed and distributed point-of-sale reports and metrics, whichallowed better
understanding of sales trends and improved forecasting accuracy forthe sales team.
 Managed design updates to existing products, conforming to internal processes and regulatory
guidelines in order to modernize the lookof existing products.
 Assisted withthe execution of new product innovation initiatives, the development of
packaging, and new product launch materials, whichsupported business growth.
 Created a user-friendly literature database, whichstreamlined accessibility to sales literature,
technical data, and product photography.
 Established and introduced new product pricing across all customers, workingwith the sales
team to present and communicate new prices to different customers.
Front of House EventStaff September2013 – Present
Spectra VenueManagement,Hamilton,ON
 Conducted diverse tasks such as ticket collection,ushering, line marshaling, and gate and crowd
control,providing excellent customer serviceto guests, and maintaining control of assigned
areas, leading to a positive atmosphere.
 Used critical thinking and strong communication to address ticketproblems, guest issues,
dissatisfied or unruly patrons and reported problems to supervisor, ensuring areas were safe
for patrons and staff.
 Providedexcellent customer service to guests, relaying general building information and
locations of various amenities aiding in an enjoyable environment forall guests.
Level I Labourer May - August2013
Horizon ConcreteConstruction Limited,Kitchener,ON
 Assisted in the constructionof a parking garage, confidently contributing knowledge and
expertise to group effortsin order to complete project objectives on schedule.
 Developed strong workethic while performing a wide variety of physical jobs from carrying
rebar to pouring concrete,aiding in the construction of concrete floorsand walls.
 Operated various pieces of machinery from a quick cut,jumping jack packer and Hilti
drills/rotary hammers, utilizing familiarity with these machines to complete projects assigned.

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General Labourer May – August2012
MapleLeaf Foods,Kitchener,ON
 Implemented training to operate a hot dog stuffing machine, aiding the Continuous Weiner
Department by relieving excess workfor team and performing tasks during vacations.
 Applied knowledge in foodsafety to keep production line clean and sterile, contributing to
companies’ goal in followingquality assurance specifications.
 Prepared and processed raw hotdogs, facilitating daily operations and ensuring production line
was running smoothly and the smokehouse was filled.
Semi-skilledWorker November2010 - August2011
MapleLeaf Foods,Kitchener,ON
 Promoted to an operating position with greater responsibility toproduce quality hotdogs,
facilitating the department’s goal of increased productivity and decreased product turnover.
 Developed and trained new workersto perform the semi-skilled position and instructed on
how to adjust machines for better efficiency,aiding in the transformation of the department to
increase product yields and improving the quality and consistency of the departments output.
 Corrected and adjusted machines experiencing efficiency problems, solving the mechanical
problem resulting in smooth performance of the operating line.
Skills and Qualifications
 Proficientin MicrosoftOfficeSuite, including: Excel, Word,and PowerPoint.
 Competent with Lowes PCM,Wal-Mart’s Retail Link, and Home Depot Data Synchronization.
 Intermediate Excel training workshophosted by The Marquee Group. November 2013
Extracurricular Activities
Member,McMasterSupplyChainManagementClub October2013
 Enhanced industry knowledge, attended professional talks and career development workshops
in order to gain core competence in preparation for the job market.
Member,McMasterDECAU Club 2011, 2012
 Learned how to think critically and on the spot by competing in case competitions, applying
acquired business knowledge.
VolunteerExperience
Volunteer,RayofHope,OasisDrop-InCenter,Kitchener,ON January 2011
 Prepared food and served the homeless community of Kitchener, rehabilitating their spirit and
giving encouragement, resulting in a greater sense of belonging in the community.
Volunteer,CommunityChristianReformedChurch,Kitchener,ON 2008, 2009
 Traveled to West Virginia and Iowaon mission trips, rebuilding houses or providing disaster
relief, whichformed a new sense of belongingness and rejuvenated communities damaged
from tornadoes.