Benjamin Volk - Mba, Ms-Ep Email & Phone Number

Charleston, Sc, Us

I have been privileged to work with several non-profit organizations in the following capacities:- Create non-profit organizational assessments through key stakeholder interviews, landscape analysis, workflow analysis, impact model analysis, theory of change, and strategic planning.- Make recommendations through organizational research and analysis of qualitative data (review of documents, stakeholder interviews, and workflow analysis).- Develop detailed final reports and deliverables for presentation to diverse clientele (board members, staff members, and donors).- Responsible for leadership recruitment as a member of a team. Examine resumes in order to determine exceptional candidates to recruit for specific positions.- Administrative assistance (organize meetings/interviews, create work plans, coordinate with clients, etc.)- Develop business plans for organizational growth and funding purposes.

Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

Charleston, South Carolina Area

- Identified a hybrid business model and provided analysis for next steps aligning the organization’s overall mission- Identified best practices for continued social/environmental impact - Conducted a comprehensive competitive landscape analysis by identifying 25 competitors- Conducted a partnership/networking analysis by identifying 13 possible partnerships- Developed a pitch deck and template that the business could replicate for future presentations- Made informed recommendations and a strategy for sustainable growth

Remote

- Conducted market research and landscape analysis to identify target demographics in order for food organizations to cater to target customers in the desired areas for development.- Number of businesses/programs identified and analyzed: 50

Albany, New York Area

- Served as an MBA Strategy Consultant as part of the year-long Bard NYCLab course with BSR's Laura Gitman- Worked closely with the Founders to build a sustainable growth plan to increase market reach, increase profitability, and increase overall mission. - Conducted a landscape analysis to identify best practices across the composting industry- Identified potential consumer markets for composting in NY’s Capital Region to improve route density and efficiency for continued growth

Charleston, South Carolina Area

- Implemented and managed a “community-supported grocery” program (weekly pre-ordered grocery bundles sold at discount) that continues to generate a steady reliable revenue stream - Successfully signed up 13 subscribers to the CSG program within the first month of operation- Facilitated stakeholder and community engagement through social media marketing and personal interactions

- Co-developed and ran a successful farm stand for a neighborhood marketplace that increased company sales by 20%- Managed all aspects of farm stand inventory and set produce price points- Built relationships with local farmers, purveyors, and stakeholders

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Sustainable Business

Activities and Societies: Elected Student Council representative 2018-2019. Hiring Committee Member 2018. Bard MBA Fellowship Recipient.

Master’S Degree, Masters In Environmental Policy

Activities and Societies: Bard CEP Fellowship Recipient 2016-2019

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Marine Biology, Graduated

Activities and Societies: CofC Alternative Break Program: Participant in the Greece Sea Turtle Conservation Trip 2016 - Assisted in sea.