Adam Bender

Adam Bender Adam Bender 3651 W Persimmon Lane Fresno, CA 93711 -- ㅡ Brief Ambitious professional with a robust background in recruiting and HR. Keen understanding of relationships, critical thinking, and cultivating a team culture. ㅡ Experience Grounded Motors / ​Founder & CEO July 2019 - Present, Annapolis, MD, USA Founded company that upcycles classic cars into high tech EVs. A3 Soccer / ​Director of Operations January 2014 - June 2019; Crofton, Maryland, USA Created structure and managed process for five consecutive years of growth, development, and fundraising with multi-million dollar 501(c)(3) soccer organization based just between Baltimore and Washington, DC. Role focused on growth of membership and creating unique relationships. Recruited and managed remote team of over 45 people. Peaked In High School / ​Founder & CEO November 2011 - Present, Washington, D.C., USA Created, managed, and performed in a performance troupe of 12 people based just outside of Washington, D.C., focusing on live theatre and video-produced content. The Bridge Restaurant / ​Co-Founder January 2008 - September 2012, Tilghman Island, Maryland, USA From branding to logistics to operations, helped develop and manage 250 seat family-owned waterfront restaurant on the eastern shore of Maryland, since its inception. ㅡ Education Catholic University of America /​ ​International Business & Environmental Science January 2013 - June 2013, Washington, D.C. St. John’s College ​/ Liberal Arts August 2012 - January 2013, Annapolis, Maryland ㅡ Highlights ● ● ● ● Successfully onboarded over 40 candidates. Created over 1500% of growth over 5 years at A3. Executed co-branded yearly events for 2,500+ people. Managed remote team of over 45 for 5+ years.