Donovan Ahlquist
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in coalition building and community engagement at CSU.Skilled in public speaking and problem-solving, I successfully created a fraternity and enhanced organizational effectiveness and fostered collaboration among diverse groups. Committed to creating inclusive environments and addressing student needs through strategic initiatives and effective communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Founding Father and Fraternity President
Alpha Epsilon Phi
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Founded and was the initial president of the current chapter of AEPi
- Worked with national leadership to coordinate on the ground fraternity organization, operations and activity's consistent with national model.
- Collaborated with executive team to define organization vision and mission goals.
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and community engagement.
- Assisted in formulating policies and procedures to improve the chapter and organization.
- Facilitated team meetings to promote collaboration and drive project outcomes.
Head of External Relations
Hillel of Northern Colorado
08.2025 - Current
- In charge of go between with Hillel and AEPi, Chabbad, CSU's Jewish advisory council, CSU faculty and other organizations and people.
- Skilled at working collaboratively in a team environment.
- Lead Shabbat Services
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced and strenuous environments environments.
Advisory Council for Jewish Inclusion: Leader
CSU
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted students in navigating academic resources and support services.
- Collaborated with faculty to address student concerns and improve student faculty relations.
- Represented Jewish student needs and events with the school
- Address antisemitic incidents and plan prevention workshops
Line Cook, Food Runner, Barista, and Server
Pho Bistreau, New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood, PJ's Coffee of New Orleans, and Regenellis Pizzaria
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes in accordance with menu specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management, monitoring stock levels, and reporting shortages.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate timely food preparation and service.
- Dealt with costumer relations and satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Dimentions of Natural Resources
Colorado Statue University
Fort Collins, CO05-2028
Skills
- Coalition building and leadership
- Community engagement
- Willingness to learn and be engaged
- Excellent Communication skills
- Public Speaking
- Good people person
- Outdoor leadership
- Problem Solver
Accomplishments
Successfully created a Fraternity from scratch, finding and recruiting members, organizing with the school, and hosting events.
Languages
Hebrew
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Founding Father and Fraternity President
Alpha Epsilon Phi
08.2025 - 09.2025
Head of External Relations
Hillel of Northern Colorado
08.2025 - Current
Advisory Council for Jewish Inclusion: Leader
CSU
08.2024 - Current
Line Cook, Food Runner, Barista, and Server
Pho Bistreau, New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood, PJ's Coffee of New Orleans, and Regenellis Pizzaria
09.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Dimentions of Natural Resources
Colorado Statue University