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Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
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MAX ELLIS

Indooroopilly,Brisbane

Summary

I will bring my knowledge of business information systems and marketing to develop my career in Business and Marketing analytics. My involvement with the Duke of Edinburgh’s international youth awards program at high school highlighted the importance of teamwork, leadership and problem-solving which has strengthened my desire to work in the world of business and make a positive difference to organisations. Studying Business Management at university has developed my skills in data and business analysis, enabling me to adapt to dynamic and competitive environments, involving real-world challenges. My market research and strategic thinking skills were strengthened during my internship at Vacayit by implementing plans to expand business operations. I devised an innovative solution to identify key U.S. states for the company to expand internationally. I can demonstrate a strong work ethic, combining school and university studies whilst working part-time and being involved in a range of extra-curricular activities. My internship at Fensom Advisory focused on systems development, where I proposed and designed a CRM hub for investor and clients. This developed my skills in UI and UX, designing the front end of the CRM as well as the back end, exemplifying effective data management. I enjoy learning and strive to continuously improve as shown by my academic and personal accomplishments. These also emphasise my adaptability, resilience and strong communication.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Systems Development Intern

Fensom Advisory
Brisbane
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Proposed and developed an interactive CRM hub for investors and clients, streamlining data access and improving stakeholder engagement.
  • designed the platform to automate data flows and support relationship management processes within a boutique advisory.
  • Delivered a formal pitch of the concept and prototype to the Managing Director, resulting in talks of implementing the new system.

Business Development and Innovation Internship

Vacayit
Brisbane
06.2024 - 11.2024

• Creating a US expansion plan: conducting in-depth research on US

tourism industry, startup landscape and investment opportunities.

• Worked with CRM (customer relationship management) tools to help

maintain and improve current and new relationships with customers.

• Maintained and developed the apps interface using CMS (content

management systems) tools.

• Creating engaging social media content for a model Paralympic Games,

tailored to a global audience.

• Authored a blog post on whale watching in Queensland, highlighting

local tourism attractions.

Senior Lifeguard

UQ Sport
Brisbane
09.2023 - 06.2025

• Leading hand on duty when management is absent.

• General lifeguarding duties; including implementation of new safety

protocols, resulting in decreased number of incidents.

• Collaborated with management to devise emergency action plans

enhancing overall pool safety.

• Supervised pool use during large events (over 400+ patrons).

• Customer service provision; answering phone enquiries and managing

orders efficiently in a demanding environment.

Lifeguard

Sommerville House
Brisbane
09.2023 - 07.2024

eneral lifeguarding duties; including responsibility for locking up the

facility and communicating with security to ensure safety standards

maintained.

• Assisted in selling food and beverages, operated EFTPOS systems, and

handled cash transactions, including till balancing.

Leisure assistant/Pool Lifeguard 07/2021 to 02/2023

Education

Bachelor of Business Management - (Information Systems, Marketing)

University of Queensland
Brisbane
02.2023 - 11.2025

A-Levels - Business (A) Criminology (A) Sociology (A) = (ATAR 99.0)

Sheldon School
Chippenham, UK
09.2020 - 07.2022

Skills

MySQL (Standard Query

Language)

Python programming language

(Machine Learning)

Power BI

R Studio

Qualtrics

SPSS

Microsoft Office (Excel,

PowerPoint, Word)

  • CRM systems development
  • UI/UX design

Certification

  • 2025 Data Visualisation for Marketers ( LinkedIn Learning Certificate)
  • 2025 Marketing Analytics: Foundations) ( LinkedIn Learning Certificate)
  • 2025 Introduction to Data Ethics (DataCamp Certificate)
  • 2025 Introduction to Data Literacy (DataCamp Certificate)
  • 2024 PWC Management Consulting Simulation Certification
  • 2023 QLD Pool Lifeguarding Qualification (First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Spinal Recovery)
  • 2023 QLD Blue card (working with children)
  • 2023 QLD Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)



Accomplishments

Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award (2021)

- Completed an 80km 3-day/3-night self-sufficient expedition,

navigating unfamiliar territory with a small group unknown to me

- 18 months of community volunteering

• Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award (2018)

- 6 months of community volunteering

Union College (UQ) Soccer XI + Convenor 203/2024

• Union College (UQ) Rowing IV (1st) 2023/2024

• Union College (UQ) Rowing VIII 2023/2024

• UQ ICC Athletics Carnival 2023 4x400m Relay + 1500m

Affiliations

  • Cycling, swimming and Football
  • Independent Travelling, hiking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Systems Development Intern

Fensom Advisory
05.2025 - 06.2025

Business Development and Innovation Internship

Vacayit
06.2024 - 11.2024

Senior Lifeguard

UQ Sport
09.2023 - 06.2025

Lifeguard

Sommerville House
09.2023 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Business Management - (Information Systems, Marketing)

University of Queensland
02.2023 - 11.2025

A-Levels - Business (A) Criminology (A) Sociology (A) = (ATAR 99.0)

Sheldon School
09.2020 - 07.2022
MAX ELLIS