Zack M.
President at Vanderbilt Multicultural Leadership Council- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Vanderbilt Multicultural Leadership Council
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United States
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Community Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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May 2023 - Present
Restructured the 20-person executive board to enhance efficiency and influence, utilized data about events and engagement to drive informed decision-making, and established connections and developed networks with over 15 administrative offices and 35 member organizations.
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Publicity Chair
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May 2022 - May 2023
Spearheaded a successful rebranding effort, elevating the Council's brand identity and recognition, designed 10+ graphics per month to publicize events and increase awareness for MLC’s member organizations, coordinated a concert mixer with 120+ attendees to foster collaboration and dismantle barriers among isolated groups, and initiated conversations to open the cultural community and welcome people from different parts of campus.
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FreshIdeas Committee Member
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Jan 2022 - May 2022
Collaborated with the committee to plan first-year engagement events; creating a welcoming environment for a diverse group to engage in effective conversations about identity.
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Wilmot Inc
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sustainability Associate
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May 2023 - Present
Curated and researched a portfolio of 200 sustainable practices for the Tennessee Titans' new $2.1 billion stadium, coded spreadsheets and conducted comprehensive cost-benefit analyses for Metro Nashville solar projects, and compiled research for the development of the world's most sustainable water treatment plant by Metro Water Services. Curated and researched a portfolio of 200 sustainable practices for the Tennessee Titans' new $2.1 billion stadium, coded spreadsheets and conducted comprehensive cost-benefit analyses for Metro Nashville solar projects, and compiled research for the development of the world's most sustainable water treatment plant by Metro Water Services.
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Vanderbilt Chapter Co-Founder
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Aug 2022 - Present
Initiated and coordinated impactful events, including a walkout with 1,000+ attendees and a rally with 7,000+, utilized data-driven insights and personal storytelling to craft compelling testimony, effectively advocating for policies, and engaged in discussions with high-level administrators about VU’s civic and financial role in gun violence prevention.
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National Advisory Board Member
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Oct 2020 - Nov 2022
Met congressional staff in DC, flipping two representatives’ votes to pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Collaborate with the AB on national reforms to better serve SDA’s volunteers and mission. Facilitate and plan national training and leadership calls for up to 300 volunteers.
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Toledo Chapter Co-founder
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Aug 2019 - Aug 2021
Led and organized a diverse team of 15 individuals to collaborate and drive local gun law reform, engaged with local leaders and developed understanding of local politics’ process and impact, and researched and designed 25+ infographics and flyers using Photoshop and Illustrator.
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Vanderbilt Office of Housing and Residential Education
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Residential Advisor
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Aug 2022 - Present
Fostered community and mitigated conflicts to create a safe place for 35 residents to learn and grow. Created programming twice a semester for residents with 30-100 attendees. Engaged administrators to advocate for residents and other staff while developing skills in communication and reform. Fostered community and mitigated conflicts to create a safe place for 35 residents to learn and grow. Created programming twice a semester for residents with 30-100 attendees. Engaged administrators to advocate for residents and other staff while developing skills in communication and reform.
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Vanderbilt Student Government
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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E. Bronson Ingram Senator
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Oct 2022 - Jul 2023
Initiated programs to assist student organizations and advocated for improvements to student life.
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First-Year Senator
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Sep 2021 - Sep 2022
Advocated for financial efficiency on the Senate Budget Committee overseeing $200,000+. Led efforts on resolutions to update harmful buildings names and increase election finance transparency.
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Student Services Fee Committee Member
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Mar 2022 - May 2022
Evaluated applications from cultural student organizations to distribute over $2 million in funding.
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DEI Chair
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Apr 2022 - May 2023
Coordinated a concert mixer with cultural organizations to reduce barriers with five performers and over 120 attendees. Facilitated discussions, brotherhood presentations, and guest speakers for internal DEI education. Coordinated a concert mixer with cultural organizations to reduce barriers with five performers and over 120 attendees. Facilitated discussions, brotherhood presentations, and guest speakers for internal DEI education.
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U.S. House of Representatives
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United States
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Congressional Intern
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May 2021 - Aug 2021
Conducted comprehensive research on grants and community organizations and prepared memorandums, providing crucial insights to support legislative work, demonstrated empathy in addressing constituent concerns through phone and mail correspondence, and fostered a deep comprehension of the local implementation and tangible effects of national policies. Conducted comprehensive research on grants and community organizations and prepared memorandums, providing crucial insights to support legislative work, demonstrated empathy in addressing constituent concerns through phone and mail correspondence, and fostered a deep comprehension of the local implementation and tangible effects of national policies.
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OH Stand
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United States
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Co-Founder and Co-Leader
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Jun 2020 - Aug 2021
Co-authored a 1,500-signature petition for anti-racism education for the 1,000-student district. Helped found and lead a biannual in-school, anti-racism training program for all students and faculty K-12. Co-authored a 1,500-signature petition for anti-racism education for the 1,000-student district. Helped found and lead a biannual in-school, anti-racism training program for all students and faculty K-12.
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OHbreathe
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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Leader/Visionary
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May 2019 - Jul 2021
Coordinated a team of 15-25 to plan sessions, share resources, and improve wellness culture. Analyzed data from regular surveys to improve resources and generate organizational reforms.
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Workshop Coordinator
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May 2018 - May 2019
Planned 20+ monthly workshops for 515 students to learn about wellness.
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Panera Bread
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United States
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Restaurants
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate
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Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
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Education
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Vanderbilt University
Bachelor's degree, Sustainable Economics and Government, minor in Data Science -
Ottawa Hills High School