Kiera L Connolly Address:

2218 Bywater Dr.

Houston, TX 77077
kieralaurenconnolly@gmail.com • (832) 544-2933

EDUCATION
University of Arizona, Eller College of Management | Tucson, AZ May 2023
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration | Summa Cum Laude GPA: 4.00/4.00
Majors: Management Information Systems and Marketing
• W.A. Franke Honors College: Chosen among top freshman applicants to pursue a higher complexity curriculum
• Marketing Academic Excellence Award: Achieved distinction as the top marketing undergraduate senior
• Top 50 Women in Eller: Recognized as one of the 50 most impactful women student leaders in the university
• Eller Rising Marketing Star: Selected to be a part of an elite group of marketing students based on academic performance
• Zipperman Scholar: Accepted into program designed to enhance capabilities and increase network opportunities in MIS
• Ellerman Award: Demonstrated continued academic excellence in my studies within the Management Information System major
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
University of Arizona, Undergraduate Admissions Office | Tucson, AZ Aug 2020 – May 2023
Lead Student Recruiter
• Initiated daily communications with future student candidates through a series of panels, phone calls, and video conferences
• Led recruiting cycles for over 15,000 Arizona students while working closely with the local Admission Recruiters
• Fostered relationships with prospective students and direct student inquiries regarding college requirements
KPMG | Orlando, FL May 2022 – Aug 2022
Advisory Intern
• Maintained client engagements through individualized due diligence and development of systemized and personal outreach
• Analyzed client businesses to research and create problem-focused solutions within SCM, Internal Audit, and Finance
• Identified client needs through a variety of research tools and presented findings to senior practice management
Graduate Hotels | Tucson, AZ Sept 202 I – May 2022
Brand Ambassador
• Represented the brand through community outreach, event activations, and weekly social media engagement
• Coordinated with hotel personnel to attract an audience of college students and prospective families
• Organized logistics for events specifically tailored for large campus groups in the banquet room and rooftop restaurant
LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES
Delta Sigma Pi | Tucson, AZ Sept 2019 – May 2023
Senior Vice President
• Created ESPN-themed pitch and led online recruitment efforts for over 150 applicants within the Eller College
• Collaborated with members and executive board to create events, raise funds, and drive marketing campaigns
Director of Brotherhood
• Networked with 12 corporate sponsors and over 400 alumni to promote and host diverse events for members
• Fostered relationships among all 200 members through events and activities that promote diversity and inclusion
AdTeam | Tucson, AZ Aug 2021–May 2022
Marketing Lead
• Competed in the National Student Advertising Competition through the American Advertising Federation
• Worked with a 9-person cross-functional team to create a flexible organization storyboard presentation for Meta Oculus
• Researched companies in the virtual reality sector by cross-referencing data points in over 30 publications
SMORES Honorary | Tucson, AZ Apr 2020 – Oct 2021
Treasurer
• Assembled $3000 budget for all board members and recorded finances for future classes of the honorary
• Evaluated KPIs of club member attendance while considering financial constraints due to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Raised funds for the Trevor Project, an organization that focuses on suicide awareness for LBGTQ+ youth
SKILLS, COMMUNITY SERVICE, & INTERESTS
Skills: SQL, Microsoft Office, Communication with large groups, Problem solving, Idea Generation, Event Management
Community Service: Eller Make a Difference Day, Trevor Project, Meals on Wheels, Pima Animal Care Center, Steele AZ
Interests: International traveling, Gluten-free Cooking, Consumer Advertising, Golf, Social Media Marketing, Irish Culture