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Jackson Guinn

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My passion is supporting people to get the most out of themselves, and as such I will be majoring in Business Management with the goal of leading the Organization Development function for a large company. I am Type 1 Diabetic and have spent many hours mentoring newly diagnosed children and teens, providing strategies for managing the disease both medically and psychologically. I use my own personal experience to make them understand and believe that, despite the challenges, the disease does not have to prevent them from achieving their own dreams and being their best self. The satisfaction I personally have obtained from this is what led me to make the decision to use this skill professionally.

Education

West Florence High School

High School
2018 - 2022

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Management

    • Dream career goals:

      Executive Leadership

    • Licensed Referee

      United States Soccer Federation
      2016 – 20193 years
    • Lead Host, Server, Acting Manager

      King Jefe Taco and Sushi Bar
      2020 – Present4 years

    Sports

    Track & Field

    Club
    2010 – 20133 years

    Awards

    • SC State Champion-Thriathlon, City Long Jump and High Jump Champion

    Lacrosse

    Club
    2014 – 20151 year

    Football

    Intramural
    2009 – 20134 years

    Awards

    • Team MVP

    Soccer

    Club
    2014 – Present10 years

    Awards

    • Team Captain

    Research

    • Social Sciences, General

      AP — Individual Researcher
      2020 – 2021

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Parking Lot Mission — Volunteer
      2018 – 2019
    • Advocacy

      Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation — Mentor, Youth Walk Chair, Fundraiser
      2009 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Freddie L Brown Sr. Scholarship
    If you were to ask my friends and family to describe me, my sense of humor would be the first thing they mention. I use it to make connections, allow others to feel more comfortable, and alleviate conflict or awkwardness. One instance that comes to mind dates back to December of 2020, when I was working at a local restaurant during a spike of COVID 19 cases during the ongoing pandemic. Because of the circumstances, we were strictly enforcing masks and social distancing. Most customers were understanding of the requirements and longer wait times, but on occasion we would encounter that one party who would become outraged by this and decide to take it out on whichever 14-17 year old host who happened to greet them at the door. I had become pretty skilled at talking down these angry, grown men who were almost driven to tears over a mask policy, but in this one case, the “gentle”man proved to be more difficult to talk to than most. He asked to speak to the manager, of course, so I told him I would be right back. I remembered that the manager on duty had left to go to the local bar, which he often did, leaving either me or another coworker in charge. Knowing this, I turned my back to the man, waited a moment, and then turned back around and introduced myself as the manager. I expected to be called another salty word by the customer, but believe it or not, the man chuckled and let his guard down. I was then able to reason with him, and he finally agreed to the requirements for entry. I was then able to seat him at a table to be served.
    Skin Grip Diabetes Scholarship