// HUFF FRIEDMAN

Intense. Ambitious. Driven.

// WHO I AM

I'm a Business Finance major with a Music minor at Mississippi State University, blending experience in finance, leadership, and entrepreneurship. From a nonprofit finance internship to serving as VP of my fraternity and launching my own brand, I've built a track record of discipline, adaptability, and drive. I'm pursuing opportunities in finance, music, and branding.

// WHAT I CARE ABOUT

• Building real things that matter
• Culture, music, and the people who shape it
• Leadership under pressure
• Discipline and continuous growth
• Turning ideas into execution

// NAVIGATION

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// SOCIAL MEDIA APP

Side Project

What it is: A social media app concept addressing how much time people spend on their phones.

Status: Currently in prototype phase, exploring core functionality and user experience.

Problem it solves: People are on their phones so much - this app aims to create more meaningful digital interactions.

// HUFF BRAND

A lifestyle brand for ambitious people - clothing that moves with you, marketed to extreme people who push boundaries.

// CURRENT TRACTION

• First flat sketches and tech packs created
• Initial manufacturing in Bangladesh with production in Pakistan
• Currently seeking better quality manufacturer
• Partnership with local skydiving location - they'll wear and jump in the gear once batch is produced

// WHAT I'VE LEARNED

I've learned what it takes to market to your audience - that you need to think about what the consumer wants. Product quality is everything, and building relationships with manufacturers is a complex but essential skill.

// HOUSE MANAGER

Sigma Phi Epsilon

// KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ran day-to-day housing operations for a large student residence, handling leases, rent, and payment plans
• Managed vendors and services, including coordinating a private chef, meals, and overall house standards
• Acted as the main liaison between residents, property management, and contractors for repairs and projects
• Took charge during emergencies (flooding, structural issues), organizing fast fixes and restoring livable conditions

// HIGH-PRESSURE MOMENTS

• Staircase collapse - Coordinated emergency response and repair
• Multiple fire alarm incidents - Managed evacuations and false alarm resolution
• Two major floods - Organized rapid response, coordinated with contractors, restored living conditions

// OUTCOMES DELIVERED

• Maintained operational stability despite multiple crises
• Built reliable contractor relationships for rapid emergency response
• Kept residents informed and housed during all incidents
• Improved vendor coordination and house standards

// WAKEBOARDING INSTRUCTOR

Camp Ozark | Mt. Ida, Arkansas

Lake Crew - Summer Camp Staff

// THE EXPERIENCE

Served on the lake crew at Camp Ozark, a summer camp in Mt. Ida, Arkansas. Taught kids how to wakeboard and wakesurf, working with both campers and international staff members.

// LEADERSHIP IN UNPREDICTABLE ENVIRONMENTS

• Led instruction in dynamic, ever-changing lake conditions
• Taught foreign counselors and summer camp kids how to wakeboard and wakesurf
• Built confidence in students of all skill levels through patient, adaptive coaching
• Maintained composure and safety standards while managing diverse groups

// BEYOND CAMP

• Worked at a cable park after camp, continuing to develop coaching skills
• Joined the club wakeboarding team at school
• Continued competing and refining skills at the collegiate level

// SKILLS DEVELOPED

• Patience - working with beginners requires calm and encouragement
• Instilling confidence - helping students overcome fear and self-doubt
• Adaptive leadership - adjusting teaching style for different learners and conditions
• Safety management - maintaining standards in unpredictable water environments

// GET IN TOUCH

Let's build something together.

// FINANCE INTERN

Fuse Project | Mobile, Alabama

May 2025 - Aug 2025 (4 months)

// KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

• Developed a Budget vs. Actual financial report to improve accuracy in financial tracking and decision-making
• Attended the South Alabama Nonprofit Summit, gaining insight from regional leaders on community impact and nonprofit strategy
• Produced a grant application video that supported a successful bid for $10,000 in funding
• Volunteered at school summer camps, engaging directly with children and community members to support Fuse Project's mission

// SKILLS DEVELOPED

• Financial reporting and budget analysis
• Grant writing and fundraising support
• Video production for nonprofit applications
• Community engagement and outreach

// STUDENT AUDIO ENGINEER

Mississippi State University | Starkville, MS

Feb 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 yr 8 mos)

// RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transporting, setting up and connecting all audio visual equipment for live performances
• Testing equipment to ensure everything is connected correctly and the signal is strong
• Ability to work well under pressure and make decisions quickly
• Technical and troubleshooting skills in live audio environments

// AUDIO VISUAL TECHNICIAN

Fairhope United Methodist Church | Fairhope, AL

Sep 2017 - May 2019 (1 yr 9 mos)

// RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisted with the setup and installation of audio visual equipment for events, including speakers, microphones, projectors, and screens
• Operated the soundboard and Facebook Live during church services
• Collaborated with event staff to coordinate the use of audio visual equipment in a timely manner

// TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Live sound mixing and soundboard operation
• Audio/video equipment setup and troubleshooting
• Live streaming (Facebook Live)
• Quick decision-making under pressure