Jacob Sorum Email & Phone Number

Broomfield, Co, Us

Boulder, Colorado, United States

I have the privilege to direct one of the most prestigious college programs nationwide. Greenhouse Scholars' Whole Person College Program provides funding and professional, personal, and leadership development support for college students with the goal of leveling the playing field and changing the world. Within this role I wear many hats, including fundraiser, event planner, budget forecaster, data manager, software administrator, program director, volunteer coordinator, partnership builder, curriculum writer, change manager, and more.

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Identified the highest performing, most inspiring, top 2.5% of young role models to invite into the Whole Person College Program out of thousands nationwide. Helped them leverage a program fostering the growth of important professional, leadership, and life skills to create lasting change for themselves and their communities. Built and managed authentic relationships with over 400 constituents, 1,000+ volunteers, and 100+ businesses. Fostered a world-class program by leveraging consistent feedback and tracking performance metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement in service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Lira, Uganda

Assessed, streamlined, and managed a sustainable farming cooperative in Uganda serving former childhood soldiers and female survivors of conflict.Scaled the cooperative by 700%, from 50 to 350 members.Fostered strategic partnerships and initiatives collaborations between local government entities, universities, and the organization.Built financial models, budgets, memos, status reports, and statistical models for reporting to CEO and executive team.Authored presentations, research, development materials, and grantsCoordinated local community outreach efforts and co-lead student immersion trips across Uganda and Rwanda.

Denver, Colorado, United States

Solicited, chartered, and served as president of the inaugural Alpha Phi Omega chapter for public service and leadership at the University of Colorado Denver.Lead student recruitment for international immersion programs and Alpha Phi Omega executive board members.Created and instructed curriculum regarding International Development and Global CitizenshipManaged and maintained database and email for the Certified Nonprofit Professional credentialing program.Office and administrative assistant duties.

Boulder, Colorado

Executed strategies to locate, engage, and build rapport with homeless youth across Northern Colorado.Orchestrated and executed successful advocacy, fundraising, issue-awareness campaigns against strong opposition, leading to the construction of the nation's first affordable apartment building utilizing a housing-first model for young adults. Managed team of 50 volunteers, interns, and staff in street outreach, community awareness, and local business relationship-building efforts.Lobbied at local, state, and regional levels.Directed the annual federal Point-In-Time survey of homeless youth for Boulder County.Conducted trainings for school groups, churches, coalitions, and organizations and business across the Boulder/Denver metro area. Salesforce database management.

Boulder, Colorado

Oversaw a state-licensed Qualified Residential Treatment Program serving youth ages 12-18.Created a safe, home-like atmosphere for youth who have been placed by the state due to family disruption. Administered a program providing school assistance, family coaching services, life-skills development, mental and physical wellness support, equine therapy, community integration, pro-social educational and recreational activities, and an array of individual and group activities.Lead community outings and multi-day trips with clients to promote community engagement and job skills attainment. Handled classified and sensitive materials and legal documentation. Budgetary planning and management.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

I patrolled Wasatch, Uinta, and Cache National Forests and Wilderness areas. These are the most heavily used National Forests in the country. My work kept users safe, trails open, and conserved local public lands. I took part in emergency rescues and the design and execution of new trails built catering to a wide variety of users.

Rapid City, South Dakota, United States

Ourense Area, Spain

Taught English, Science, and Art at a rural low-income school in Vilar de Barrio, Galicia, Spain.Developed curriculum with an emphasis on language and cultural learning outcomes.Coordinated experiential learning opportunities and field trips across the region.Provided contract English courses at a local community center for adult English learners.

Rapid City, South Dakota, United States

Waited tables in a fast-paced upscale restaurant environmentSkills: Patience - Work Ethic - Relationship-Building - Communication - Customer Satisfaction - Workplace Efficiency

Keystone, South Dakota, United States

Summer adventure tour guide for a top-rate outdoor amusement park. Skills: Relentless work ethic - Public Speaking - Customer Management - Workplace Safety

Rapid City, South Dakota, United States

Skills: Customer Service - Teamwork - Reliability

Master'S Degree, Public Administration

Bachelor'S Degree, Spanish / Environmental Studies

High School Diploma