Ryan Janvion 2016 Best and Brightest

Ryan Janvion: 2016 Best and Brightest by: Jeff Schmitt on December 07, 2015 | 0 Comments Comments 385 Views December 7, 2015Ryan JanvionWake Forest University, School of BusinessHometown: Miami, FloridaHigh School: Miami Dade Christian SchoolMajor: Business Enterprise ManagementMinor: EconomicsFavorite Business Courses: Dynamics in Organization, Managerial Accounting, NegotiationsExtracurricular Activities, Community Work and Leadership Roles During College: Football Team Captain, Santas Helpers Board member (community outreach, Athletes in Action Servant Team (Bible Study group for athletes), member of the Student athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC)Where have you interned during your college career?  Inmar – Winston-Salem, N.C.I was a Supply chain and Remarketing intern, where I created and organized truckloads of goods for the sales team to sell to customers, as well as analyzed transactions to optimize production and selling efficiency.Describe your dream job: My drea m job would be coordinating and organizing NFL football games and major events such as the Super Bowl.What did you enjoy most about majoring in a business-related field? I enjoyed how real the classes were. We discussed current issues and events that were going on now in our world. I also loved learning about how major companies actually worked and how organizations were able to cultivate good environments for their employees to work in.Where would you like to work after graduation?  After I graduate, I plan to chase my dreams of playing in the NFL. After football, I would love to work for Nike or Adidas in Product managementWhat are your long-term professional goals? I want to be in high-level management for a very successful company.  Ã¢â‚¬Å"I knew I wanted to major in business when†¦I started figuring out that I was good with people and enjoyed learning about how companies worked and carried out their daily operations.†Ã‚  Ã¢â‚¬Å"If I didn’t major in busines s, I would be†¦an econ major. It’s the closest thing to business.†What was the happiest moment of your life? Giving my life to Jesus ChristWhich academic or personal achievement are you most proud of? Being a 2-year Team captain and making the Deans list while in the business school.What animal would you choose to represent your professional brand  (and why)? A leopard because I am a unique individual with a rare combination of skills and approach to business.Who would you most want to thank for your success  (and why)? I would like to thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for blessing me with the opportunity to come to Wake and for the abilities that He has given me.Fun fact about yourself: I play the tenor saxophoneFavorite book: The Count of Monte CristoFavorite movie: HitchFavorite musical performer: UsherFavorite vacation spot: ColoradoWhat are your hobbies? I enjoy playing my sax, hiking, grilling, and playing ping pong.  What made Ryan such an invaluab le addition to the Class of 2016?â€Å"When I hear the name  Ryan Janvion,  my immediate reaction is  quiet excellence.Ryan is known by many as a student  who does things right.   It doesnt seem to matter what those things might be homework, team assignments, common daily courtesies, defensive stops on the gridiron.  Regardless of what they are, large or small, academic or athletic, grade-required or entirely discretionary,  he does them right.Committed.  Conscientious.  Diligent.  Hard working.  Respectful.How much time do you have?   I can fill the page with descriptors just as strong and positive as these.Im not the only one who sees these traits in Ryan.   Classmates, friends, teammates, faculty; ask any of them; ask them all.So thats the part about  excellence.What about  quiet?If I didnt already know that Ryans a star football player, I would never learn it from him.If I didnt already know that Ryans a top student, I wouldnt learn it from his wo rds.Ryan is one of those treasures in our lives who doesnt boast, doesnt brag, doesnt make noise.He just goes about his day, excelling in his quiet way.†Cynthia Tessien Reznick Group Faculty Fellow   Professor of Practice Wake Forest University, School of Businessâ€Å"Ryan stands out as a young man who demonstrates humility and a true drive to perform at his best. Even when others are telling him that he is performing exceptionally well, he still seeks ways to improve, then sets goals, and pursues them fully. He has high standards for himself, but is creative and thoughtful in ensuring that he meets them. This emerged clearly in his summer internship. Ryan quickly assessed his work environment and his bosss expectations, identified areas where he already had the tools to excel, and areas where he needed to develop his skills, and set his mind to doing both. He had a very successful summer, leading to great feedback from his supervisor, and newly acquired knowledge that wil l support his success going forward.†Amy Wallis,  Ph.D. Professor of Practice   Director of Global Initiatives Bern  Beatty  Teaching Fellow Page 1 of 11