Ben L.

Student in Detroit, Michigan

Hello, I’m Ben. I’m a student living in Detroit, Michigan. I attended the University of Clemson, where I continue my study with a Bachelor of Science in Operations Management with a minor in Political Science. And with the University of Kansas; Master of Business Administration - MBA, Management and Leadership. I currently work at Bell Helicopters, as a Regional Sales Manager.

Current Employment:

  • Bell Helicopters - Regional Sales Manager

Oversee the business, private, and government sales initiatives for the Midwest, United States region. This includes working with customers operating in the Private/Corporate, Firefighting, Public Safety, Utility, and Medical segments

Former Employment and Experience:

Textron Aviation - 5yrs 3mos

  • Area Sales Manager
  • Regional Sales Associate
  • Sales Operation Specialist
  • Sales Development Program

Internships and Experience:

  • Congressional Intern Congressional Intern

U.S. Congressman Tom Rice (SC-07)U.S. Congressman Tom Rice (SC-07)Jun 2013 - Aug 2013 · 3 mosJun 2013 - Aug 2013 · 3 mosWashington D.C. Metro Area

Drafted letters to Constituents addressing concerns and policy issues. Also had the opportunity to participate in the Stennis Center for Congressional Interns, a highly competitive intern seminar series. While also serving in the office, I researched legislation and wrote comprehensive summaries to better explain the cost-benefit of bills.

  • Congressional Intern

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (SC)U.S. Senator Tim Scott (SC)Apr 2013 - Jun 2013 · 3 mosApr 2013 - Jun 2013 · 3 mosWashington D.C. Metro AreaWashington D.C. Metro Area

Served as a point of contact for constituents via calls, mail, and emails. Also conducted research into current legislation for staff members while attending hearings and meetings.

  • Account Management

Textron Aviation · InternshipTextron Aviation · InternshipMay 2014 - Aug 2014 · 4 mosMay 2014 - Aug 2014 · 4 mosWichita, Kansas AreaWichita, Kansas Area

Supported a team of Customer Account Managers and the Contract Administration Team. The Account Managers are responsible for supporting the Cessna Sales team, managing new Citation business jet purchase agreements and delivering aircraft to customers.

Research Grants:

National Science Foundation

Conducted research on a grant from the National Science Foundation in order to develop curriculum for the Management Department by creating process improvement simulations using NetLogo programming software.

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