Summary
James Harlan is a student leader and aspiring finance professional with 11 years of leadership experience, currently serving as President of Phi Sigma Kappa where he oversees chapter operations, a 6-member executive board, and relations with university, alumni, and national stakeholders. Pursuing a B.S. in Finance with an Accounting minor at the University of Dayton, he pairs academic focus with hands-on budget management and event planning that increased member engagement in prior roles. Active in Pi Sigma Epsilon, James has practiced sales strategy and mentored peers through mock calls and case competitions, demonstrating strong communication and negotiation skills beyond typical campus involvement. His service-industry roles—from country club server to bakery sales associate—underscore a capacity to manage high-volume customer interactions and streamline operations under pressure. Based in Chicago, he brings a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to organizational growth and member experience, with a knack for translating conference insights into local improvements. Notably, he has balanced strategic chapter leadership with frontline service work, giving him both executive perspective and operational empathy.
11 years of coding experience
1 year of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration Finance, Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration Finance at University of Dayton
High School Diploma, High School Diploma at Lane Technical College Prep High School