ARIN G.

PLUMBAR-HOLLIMAN
713.557.6974 arin.holliman@gmail.com
EDUCATION

Howard University Washington, D.C.

Bachelor of Arts: Strategic, Legal, and Management Communication GPA: 3.1 Expected Graduation: May 2017
Relevant Coursework: Organizational Communication, Management and Organizational Behavior, Entrepreneurship, Seminar in Community
Development, Technical Writing for Pre-Professionals

SKILLS

Strategic Planning Performance Improvement Follow-Up

Project Management Client & Vendor Relations
Business Consulting Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft
Cross-Functional & Team Leadership Windows, Mac OS X
Planning & Scheduling Licensed Texas All Lines Adjuster (Qualified, Exam
Cost Management and Coursework Successfully Completed)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Development Corporation of Columbia Heights Strategic Analyst Intern October 2016 Present
Operates as Strategic Business Analyst Intern conducting research projects for assessment of development potential in Ward 1
Washington D.C.
Coordinates real estate and business development planning creating avenues for venture capital firms for $3M potential
Tailors job opportunities to create beneficial socioeconomic proceedings for current residents upon project completion
Regulates student entrepreneurship development initiative in partnership with Luma Lab In3

Howard University Office of University Communications Undergraduate Staff Writer September 2016
December 2016
Served as Undergraduate Staff Writer creating website-based announcements, publishing web content for Howard Universitys
weekly newsletter and authoring official statements on behalf of Howard University schools, colleges, and organizations
Acquired clients such as Ebony, Essence, The Washington Informer, etc, to feature the celebration of Howard Universitys 150th
Anniversary
Maintained both the university calendar and its primary news outlet, the Bison Beat, which retains a readership of over 10K
students
Conducted independent research and analysis for university support of a student entrepreneurship development center; a platform
for recognition and maturation of student business owners

bEconomy, Inc. (The Gateway to African American Business) Account Executive June 2016 Present
Functions as Account Executive contributing to the creation of the web content and mobile application for African American
entrepreneurs
Manages tactical campaign strategy demonstrating aim and advantage to prospective clients
Tests site service to ensure performance exceeds the needs of the 100+ client base
Collaborates with IT vendor providing feedback and recommendations based on user response

ACADEMIC AFFILIATIONS

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Xi Chapter President Development and implementation of complete chapter outreach
agenda; organized and led successful book, toy and clothing drives along with the coordination of a youth healthcare partnership
with St. Judes Hospital.
Howard University Campus Pals Chief Administrative Officer Liaison to campus administration, negotiated programming and
event venues, prepared budget proposals, and secured approval for new student orientation activities.
Cant Stop Wont Stop Co-Founder Philanthropy organization dedicated to service in Washington, D.C. Ward 1. Primary
initiative: Feed The Streets planned food distribution for impoverished residents of community.
Howard University Consulting Club Participated in networking events gaining insight; met with professionals associated with
Fortune 500 consulting firms to discuss future career plans in consulting.
Mr. School of Communications Elected to represent Howard University through speaking engagements, service work, and
targeted activities with the Childrens Hospital as part of Reach platform.
Howard University Student Ambassadors Campus representative and guidance aid for prospective students and families.
Gentlemen of Drew Social Club Inc. One of twenty selected out of 200 applicants; members are keen to chivalry and service.