Garrison Gamble
Carmel
Summary
Dedicated professional working for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit specializing in collegiate men’s development. Passionate about developing the leaders of tomorrow by traveling to universities across the U.S. to speak, mentor, and create impactful learning experiences. Experienced in designing high-impact leadership training programs and mentoring student leaders to enhance their leadership potential and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High Alpha Training Specialist & Learning & Development Specialist
Lambda Chi Alpha
06.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented comprehensive new member training programs, enhancing leadership development for over 8,500+ fraternity members nationwide
- Delivered keynote presentations and workshops at universities across the country, mentoring student leaders and staff on effective fraternity management and leadership
- Developed structured learning programs focused on risk management, values-based leadership, and recruitment strategies, directly impacting chapter growth and operational success
- Led training sessions for university Greek Life staff, providing insights into structuring successful fraternity operations and maximizing student engagement
- Established KPIs to measure learning program effectiveness, resulting in measurable improvements in chapter performance, member retention, and leadership outcomes
- Spearheaded the accreditation process for Lambda Chi Alpha to offer academic credits in partnership with higher education institutions
- Acted as a strategic advisor to fraternity leadership teams, coaching them on conflict resolution, governance, and sustainable chapter operations
Senior Customer Service Coordinator
Group 1001
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed inbound customer inquiries related to annuities and investments, ensuring high satisfaction ratings
- Trained and mentored a class of 15 new customer service representatives
- Exceeded customer service KPIs for six consecutive months
Senior Account Manager
500 Republic Marketing
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Generated over $150,000 in face-to-face sales through strategic client interactions
- Maintained strong client relationships leading to high retention rates
Bartending Manager
Sunking Fishers & Cunningham Restaurant Group
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed custom drink menus to enhance customer experience and sales
- Managed customer relations and resolved conflicts professionally
- Demonstrated improvisation, flexibility, and strong problem-solving skills
Regional Recruitment Coordinator
Sigma Chi
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed and executed innovative recruitment strategies to expand chapter growth
- Created the largest recruitment committee in the chair’s history
- Effectively marketed and persuaded potential new members, increasing membership engagement
Vice President
Sigma Chi
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Built an Executive Team around my strengths and weaknesses
- Oversaw and managed over 12 other positions and their SMART goals
- Led my Chapter and Executive Team to the first Peterson Significant Chapter Award in 22 years
- Created a New Brother Initiative Program to train all newly initiated members of Sigma Chi
- Arbitrated disputes among brothers and oversaw the correction of unacceptable behavior
- Led fundraising efforts to raise $50,000 for our philanthropy
Education
Masters - Transformative Leadership
SCLI
05.2023
Bachelor of Science -
Ball State University
05.2023
Krach Transformational Leadership Workshop Graduate -
07.2020
Skills
- Learning & Development Strategy
- University Relations & Mentorship
- Leadership Training & Facilitation
- KPI Analysis & Performance Improvement
- Program Design & Implementation
- Public Speaking & Workshop Facilitation
- Fraternity & Greek Life Operations
- Organizational Growth & Change Management
- Customer Relations & Problem-Solving
- Recruitment & Onboarding
- Integrity
- People Management
- Strategies For Growth
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Integrity
- Communication
- Collaboration
Certifications And Achievements
- Horizons Leadership Summit Graduate, 06/21, One of 150 individuals selected from 243 chapters nationwide.
- Peterson Significant Chapter Award Recipient, 08/21, The highest honor for an undergraduate fraternity chapter.
- Foundational Leadership Certificate Program, Selected as one of eight chapters nationwide for exemplary leadership development.
- Krach Transformational Leadership Workshop Graduate, 07/20, Advanced leadership training program.
Accomplishments
Horizons Leadership Summit Scholarship, Park City, Utah
• Through the nationally accredited Sigma Chi Leadership Institute
• Only 150 individuals accepted from all 243 undergraduate chapters
• Focused on developing leadership and interpersonal skills
June 2021
Foundational Leadership Certificate pilot program
• 1 of 8 chapters chosen from 243 undergraduate chapters
• Chosen based upon exemplary accomplishments performed by the Executive Team
The Peterson Significant Chapter Award
August 2021
• Sponsored annually by the Sigma Chi Foundation, is the highest honor that the Fraternity bestows upon an undergraduate
• Only 66 Recipients
• Last received/won in the Epsilon Omega Chapter in 1998 (22 years ago)
• For the 2020-2021 Academic year
Affiliations
Breakout T1D
Sigma Chi National Fraternity
Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation
The Gamble Foundation
Galileo Property Management LLC
Certification
Transformative leadership and Management KTLW-SCLI
Huntsman Leadership Scholar
Timeline
High Alpha Training Specialist & Learning & Development Specialist
Lambda Chi Alpha
06.2024 - Current
Senior Customer Service Coordinator
Group 1001
10.2023 - 05.2024
Senior Account Manager
500 Republic Marketing
05.2023 - 09.2023
Bartending Manager
Sunking Fishers & Cunningham Restaurant Group
05.2021 - 03.2022
Regional Recruitment Coordinator
Sigma Chi
01.2021 - 01.2022
Vice President
Sigma Chi
01.2019 - 03.2021
Masters - Transformative Leadership
SCLI
Bachelor of Science -
Ball State University
Krach Transformational Leadership Workshop Graduate -
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