Derek Jones is an MBA candidate at the University of Louisville with extensive experience in management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and community involvement. He has worked as the Manager of Business Development for Mavizon Technologies and co-founded TrueID LLC. Jones held leadership roles in numerous campus organizations and community projects during his undergraduate career at the University of Louisville.
2. T 502.215.0123! DEREK JONES drjone07@gmail.com
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4226 BAY POINTE DRIVE
LOUISVILLE, KY 40241
EDUCATION ! UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE
Louisville, KY — MBA candidate in May, 2011
• GPA- 3.8
• Forcht Center for Entrepreneurship Fellow
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• Recipient of the College of Business Dean’s Citation (MBA honor roll)
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (minor in economics), 2009
• GPA-3.8
• Studied at the prestigious Peking University in Beijing, China (Summer of 2008)
• Member of the Honors Program
• Dean’s List and Dean’s Scholar (seven times)
• Selected for the Honors Overseers Mentorship program
! ! JOHNSON CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Paintsville, KY — Graduated in May, 2005
• Graduated Valedictorian
• Member of the football, golf, and swimming teams
• Founding member of Political group
• Member of the Beta Club and student leader of FCA
EXPERIENCE MANAGER OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Mavizon Technologies LLC, New Albany, IN! Fall 2010-Current
Coordinated and managed business development efforts for an international connected-
device and software company in the car telematics industry. Managed the planning and im-
plementation of a National Beta Test that included over three hundred consumers, compa-
nies and members of the press. Assisted in the ongoing management of our PR strategy and
worked with an international firm to coordinate its execution. Initiated, negotiated and man-
aged business partnerships with international retailers in the electronics and automotive
spaces. Created and analyzed data budgets and assisted in negotiations and pitches with the
three largest wireless companies in the US. Represented and promoted our company at the
largest Consumer Electronics show in North America.
! ! CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
TrueID LLC, Louisville,KY! Summer 2010-Current
Co-founder of an authentication company that provides solutions for the distance education
market. Created a marketing plan and brand strategy for the company’s initial solution that
will roll out nationally over the next five years. Delivered the “Fast Pitch” at the National
Graduate Business Plan competition circuit. Led marketing portion of our competition pres-
entation to multiple VC firms and entrepreneurs.
! GRADUATE ASSISTANT
MBA Recruitment and Admissions Office, Louisville,KY! 2009-Winter 2010
Worked with a team of five tasked the promotion and maintenance of four MBA programs.
Co-created Access database that will eliminate need for duplicate entries on multiple data-
bases. Traveled across the tri-state area to recruit students and professionals for our MBA
programs. Was consulted by marketing and program heads to contribute input on website
structure and content, marketing materials, and retention practices.
3. ! INTERN
Peritus Public Relations, Louisville,KY! Fall 2008-Spring 2009
Supported seven account staff at the largest public relations firm in Kentucky serving phar-
maceutical, non-profit and assorted industry clients. Wrote press releases and documented
progress on projects. Researched, prepared, and analyzed data in information-mining pro-
jects.
! ! ASSISTANT APARTMENT MANAGER
University of Louisville Housing, Louisville, KY! 2007-2010
One of two University Housing employees chosen to maintain the Medical Dental Apart-
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ment building. Assisted with residents’ safety and security during emergencies such as fire
alarms, power outages, and other crises. Knew, abided by, interpreted, and fully supported all
University and Housing policies, procedures, and programs. Served as a resource to a diverse
mix of medical, dental, and post-doctoral residents and families with their physical, financial,
and social connection to the apartment community.
! ! STUDENT ASSISTANT
McConnell Scholars Program, Louisville,KY! Spring-Fall 2008
Assisted the Unit Manager in technology support and physical setup of venues for speakers.
Gathered and tallied data supporting the Program Director’s published work, America’s For-
gotten Founders.
! ! BANK TELLER AND INTERN
Citizens National Bank, Paintsville, KY! 2004-2006
Handled various types of asset transactions. Observed, and assisted Loan Officers and Man-
agement Officials in the field.
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ACTIVITIES UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE
• (2010-2011) Competed in the National Moot Corporation Competition Circuit
• (2011) President of the University of Louisville MBA Association
• (2010-2011) Co-creator of Louisville MBA’s first Private Equity Club
• (2009-2010) Vice President of the University of Louisville MBA Association
• (2009-2011) Student Representative to the faculty board of the MBA programs
• (2007-2008) Student Chairman for the Mitch McConnell Program for Leadership
• (2007-2008) Participated in the Moot Court National Competitions and was ranked 5th
place for individual Oratory in Midwest Conference.
• (2006-2007) Recruitment Chairman for the Mitch McConnell Program for Leadership
• (2005-2006) Resident Student Association Vice President for Threlkeld Dormitory
• (2008-2009) President of the Green Committee in University Housing
• (2005-2009) Member of the Mitch McConnell Program for Leadership
• (2005-2009) Involved in community projects benefiting charities and institutions including
Project Warm, Festival of Trees and Lights, Kosair charities and Habitat for Humanity
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