Eric Graverson

My name is Eric Graverson. I am a Senior at Grand Valley State University located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In May, I start my career as a Financial Analyst at Whirlpool Corporation. I am heavily involved in Seidman's Investment Portfolio Organization at Grand Valley State University. I am also involved in: Circle K, The Dean's Undergraduate Student Advisory Board, and Student Senate Appropriations Committee.

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My name is Eric Graverson, I was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I am a Finance and Accounting major at Grand Valley State University. I have maintained a Seidman College of Business GPA of 3.762, a Cumulative GPA of 3.724, and have been named to the Dean's List all seven semesters. I have had many accomplishments since I enrolled at GVSU in September 2009. My major accomplishments include: legalizing and forming North Eastern Deck Staining, LLC, becoming a licensed Michigan Residential Builder, hiking 1,000 miles on The Appalachian Trail, organizing IPO's first ever golf outing fundraiser, and acting as the voice between the students and the Dean of the business school while serving on the Dean's Undergraduate Student Advisory Board.I am thrilled to start my career. I cannot wait to devote my time and mental horsepower to learning a new industry. Through diversity of thought, I hope to make a difference and add value in new ways, every single day.

Valet Runner at JW Marriott Grand Rapids

July 2012 - October 2012

-Ensure guest satisfaction -Quickly and efficiently valet vehicles of all makes and models -Deliver the highest level of customer service possible -A lot of running

Management Intern at Merrill Lynch

February 2012 - August 2012

-Gain exposure to key aspects of the wealth management division including: various investment vehicles, portfolio creation and analysis, relationship building and client interaction -Exposure to sales support positions, typically providing dedicated administrative and sales support to multiple Financial or Private Wealth Advisors. -Support office initiatives, in addition to the businesses of particular advisors. -Work collaboratively to protect the firm, grow the business and serve the client.

Bag Room Employee at Cascade Hills Country Club

April 2009 - April 2011

-Experience with stress management -Developing and implementing efficient work processes -Build & maintaining membership relations -Management and responsibility of over 900 golf bags and accessories, and responsibility of over 50 new electric golf carts -Ensure satisfaction of every member, Improve efficiency with bag-room processes regarding golf leagues, major events, and tournaments -General Maintenance of golf carts / bag-room

Crew at Wendy's

May 2007 - May 2008

First Employment Opportunity

Founder at North Eastern Deck Staining, LLC

April 2008

While Full-Time Student Attending GVSU: -Development and implementation of business processes -Registered as legal business entity, received Michigan Residential Builders Licensing, and general business startup while full-time student attending GVSU -Michigan Residential Builders License: 60-hour prelicensure class, passed state-mandated examination (2.5 months of intense studying), completed state-mandated paperwork -Manage marketing, sales, customer relations, accounting records, financial statements, tax filings, and general daily business operations -Summer of 2011--increased YOY sales by 161% & increased gross margin by 8%. >>>>Net Sales of $12,437.00 >>>>Gross Profit of $9,300.00 >>>>Gross Profit Margin of 74.78% Summer 2012: Did not operate due to 7 week (1,000 mile) hike of The Appalachian Trail

Grand Valley State University

2009 – 2013

BBA; BBA

Grand Valley State University Entrepreneurial Academy

2008 – 2008

Concentration: Entrepreneurship

Lead America Entrepreneurial Academy

2007 – 2007

Concentration: Entrepreneurial Ventures

God, Family, Friends, Investing, Entrepreneurship, Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Networking, Hunting, Snowboarding, Riding ATVs, Sports, and Microsoft Excel.