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#InternSpotlight: Jack Kruschke 🌟 You've gotten to know him through Jack's Vac Shack now get to know what his fall plans are and the takeaways he has had over the past summer. Check out Jack's Intern Spotlight below!

It’s almost like it’s not official till it’s a social media graphic 😅 PJ Bellantoni and I have been working on the foundation and visibility of Bold City Sports for Change for the past year. We’ve been intentionally creating something solid so we can move with maximum impact. And even before that, Bold City Sports for Change was AP’s 3 KEYS, where the vision and all the ideas started. We’ll take the acknowledgment and support however and whenever it comes. This spring and summer are looking like opportunities for amazing impact, starting with the hiring of a few incredible interns. I never realized how much people believe in our mission to create and enhance cultures in athletics that make athletes feel more HUMAN till we started interviewing intern candidates. We’ve seen the best and the worst of athletics…and we strongly believe that mental development, intangible skills, and positive cultures that encourage true growth allow athletes to excel in and out of their sports. We believe it enough to create an entire business model around it. This may be the first time some people are noticing what we’re actually doing…but it’s not the beginning and we’ve got many, many more years of impact ahead of us! I can’t wait to see where this summer and our awesome team take us!! 💪🏽 #impact #change #positivechange #corevalues #sports #sportsindustry #linkedinsports #athletics #culture #cultureunderconstruction

Today, we’re excited to spotlight John Carroll, a Capital Markets intern and rising senior at Clemson University, majoring in Financial Management with an emphasis in Real Estate. This summer, John is working with our Capital Markets team, contributing his analytical skills and passion for finance to our research and sales efforts. In his short time at CenterSquare, John has already made a significant impact, and we look forward to seeing his continued contributions. Read on to learn more about John. 1. What is the best piece of professional advice you have ever received? The best piece of professional advice I have received is stay committed to doing your best work consistently, whether or not anyone is watching. 2. What is your greatest professional/academic accomplishment thus far? One of my most significant professional accomplishments to date has been the establishment of my boat detailing company. I partnered with local marinas and boating clubs to conduct my business. I hired and trained a team to assist me with the operations. Building and leading the company was a great experience and very fulfilling. 3. If you could share some advice with your younger self, what would it be? If I could share some advice with my younger self, it would be to take risks. Embrace failures and use them as opportunities to grow and develop. Strive for your goals and never be afraid of the outcomes. 4. What is at the top of your bucket list? A goal of mine is to get a pilot’s license. Last year I participated in a demo flight which sparked my interest in aerospace. Soaring through the sky at 10,000 feet and being the one in control of the aircraft felt surreal. 5. If you could try something knowing you would not fail, what would it be? I would want to travel through a black hole. I have read many theories that black holes could potentially allow time travel into the future and or the past. Also, some black holes could be linked to different regions of the universe. If I were to travel through a black hole, I could potentially unlock one of sciences biggest mysteries. #CenterSquare #SummerInternship #Spotlight

The first in a series in which I grow increasingly aware of my mortality as we interview our current crop of interns.

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Talk about a great start to a meaningful career — intern-turned-employee Allun shares how his Summer Games experience provided him with collaboration, networking, expertise, and most importantly, the confidence he needed to step outside his comfort zone. Read the full article below for more of his key takeaways!

Want to know what it's like to be an intern or co-op at Battelle? This new Inside Battelle blog profiles several students who spent time with us this year. Read it here https://okt.to/9Z1PdK

Get to know our team! Today we are featuring Lucas Greenberg our summer intern from Case Western Reserve University! What do you do at UH Ventures in one sentence? - I've been interning with Matthew Zenker and the new UH Haslam Sports Innovation Center with their incoming deal flow. I research, analyze, and compile a variety of data and information to assess sports-medicine and health companies/markets to help accelerate and invest in them. I'm also working on the upcoming SportsLand event with Patricia Colella, MBA, by helping out in all areas of event management. What are your favorite things to do outside of school? - I love to exercise and try new workouts, but more importantly, I love to eat. During COVID, I began cooking and baking as a way to unwind; I try to make a meal four times a week. My favorite dish to make is my grandfather’s shrimp and pea risotto. Favorite binge-worthy TV show? - The Office. I have seen The Office over five times and I can quote certain scenes by heart! What is your favorite restaurant in Cleveland? - Batuqui; a fun Brazilian summer dinner spot. What do you love about Cleveland? - I was born and raised all around Cleveland, and throughout my time, there has been one constant: the people. Everyone from Cleveland has a unique and inspiring story, and I love meeting people from around the world. #Internship #HealthTech #Innovation #EventManagement #Innovation #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #Cleveland

Check out the post below where Alexandria Calmes shares a glimpse on how her internship experience helped her achieve early career growth here at MoLo Solutions!