Adrian Krywiak
Etobicoke,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented high school student with leadership experience as a DECA executive and active participation in Toronto's startup ecosystem. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, coordinate events, and implement feedback-driven improvements resulting in measurable outcomes. Proficient in customer service, project management, and effective communication. Committed to entrepreneurship, business development, and community engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
DECA Student Trainer
DECA
Toronto, Ontario
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Coordinated and led chapter meetings, workshops, and competitive event preparation sessions for over 65 members.
- Identified areas for improvement in training programs using student feedback; implemented updated resources and strategies to enhance member performance.
- Set performance targets and monitored team progress, contributing to 30% increase in regional/provincial qualifiers.
- Organized school-wide DECA recruitment campaigns, increasing membership by 40% year-over-year.
- Collaborated with the executive team to plan logistics for conferences, fundraising events, and competition travel.
Volunteer
OneEleven
Toronto, Ontario
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided front desk and guest services in a fast-paced startup incubator environment, ensuring a welcoming and professional first point of contact for visitors and residents.
- Maintained and restocked office amenities and communal spaces, supporting smooth daily operations for over 39 startups.
- Assisted in coordinating internal networking events and community programs to foster collaboration among member companies.
- Addressed member inquiries and resolved minor issues promptly, ensuring high satisfaction and a positive workspace experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Michael Power - St. Joseph High School
Toronto, ON06-2025
International Baccalaureate Diploma - Business Pathway
International Baccalaureate
Toronto, ON05-2025
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Data analysis
- Team building
- Event coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Feedback implementation
- Student engagement
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Teamwork
- Task prioritization
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll for All Four Years of High School
- DECA Regional Champion
- Finalist – Microsoft Challenge – Selected as a top finalist in an innovation competition hosted by Microsoft
- Startup Pitch Presenter – Presented startup ideas to SimpleVentures, a venture studio, and received professional feedback
Affiliations
- Selected for a global innovation program designed to train students in emerging technologies, including AI, gene editing, and blockchain.
- Participated in weekly sessions with real-world problem-solving challenges focused on exponential thinking and moonshot innovation.
- Collaborated with other driven students to explore startup ideas and develop solutions to global problems using cutting-edge technologies.
- Developed skills in critical thinking, rapid learning, and communication through projects, workshops, and mentorship.
Timeline
DECA Student Trainer
DECA
09.2023 - 02.2025
Volunteer
OneEleven
06.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Michael Power - St. Joseph High School
International Baccalaureate Diploma - Business Pathway
International Baccalaureate
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