Greydon Tomkowitz
Law Student and Public Relations Professional
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Please explore below to learn more about my academic and professional experience, my photo portfolio can be viewed here. Please reach out using this contact form if you’d like to learn more.
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Hello, I'm Greydon
I am a rising 2L at Georgetown University Law Center and a recent graduate of the Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State University. I now focus my studies on communications and data privacy litigation after majoring in Public Relations and Advertising at Penn State. In addition to my studies, I maintain an active role in my own communications consulting firm and my family's public relations firm.
EDUCATION
2018-2022
Penn State
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND ADVERTISING MAJOR,
DISPUTE MANAGEMENT MINOR
3.75 GPA, Cum Laude, 7 Time Dean's List
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2014-2018
Bethel Park High School
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Graduated with high honors. In addition to academics, I served in several leadership positions, including:
- Captain of the Mock Trial Team for 3 years.
- Treasurer of the Speech and Debate Team for 2 years.
- Editor-in-Chief of the school newspaper for 3 years.
- Service Chair of the National Honor Society for 1 year.
WORK EXPERIENCE
MAY 2019 - PRESENT
Greydon Tomkowitz Communications, LLC
FOUNDER AND CHIEF CONSULTANT
Greydon Tomkowitz Communications provides consultation and management services to companies transitioning events and meetings from in-person gatherings to various online platforms. I work with clients to develop a comprehensive plan for their event, ensure all speakers are prepared in advance, assist in the creation of digital assets to be presented during the event, and manage the event using the digital platform of the client's choice. Additionally, I assist in social media management, website design and content creation, graphic production and photography.
JANUARY 2019 - MAY 2022
PUBLIC SPEAKING MENTOR
I work with students to improve their public speaking abilities by guiding them through the process of writing with effective structure and presenting with impactful style. Additionally I work with students to overcome speech anxiety and master effective techniques to combat nerves.
February 2018-PRESENT
SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
As a Senior Account Executive at Kerry Ford Communications, I help the President of the company by crafting and distributing press releases, providing on-site support during events, managing the company’s website and promoting the annual MAC Grants for teachers program. Additionally, I am responsible for the creation and implementation of the Arch Support fundraiser program.
MAY 2019 - JUNE 2020
SOMMELIER/EXPERIENCE MANAGER
Assist customers in sales, stock merchandise, accurately record sales, and keep the store clean and organized. Establish a strong foundation of product knowledge to best meet customer needs. Recommend product to match customers' tastes and add on product to drive higher average sales and units per transaction.
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
NOVEMBER 2018-MAY 2022
TEAM CAPTAIN
As a Team Captain for Penn State Mock Trial, I serve as a liaison between the executive board and students on the team. In addition, I organize team meetings, manage online team resources, and work with individuals and groups of team members to create a strong legal strategy for the competition.
OCTOBER 2019 - MAY 2022
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity, Upsilon Chapter
VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
As Vice president of Communications, I manage the day to day media and needs of the fraternity. I produce, edit, and strategically publish content across a variety of social media platforms. Additionally, I take and publish weekly minutes from both general membership and prudential meetings.
AWARDS
ALL REGIONAL ATTORNEY
2020
Recognized as a top scoring attorney at the American Mock Trial Association's Regional Tournament in State College PA. I directed/crossed expert witnesses and delivered the closing argument for the prosecution and directed the defendant for the defense as captain of the Stacked C Team.
ALL REGIONAL ATTORNEY
2019
Recognized as a top scoring attorney at the American Mock Trial Association's Regional Tournament in State College PA. Opening attorney for the undefeated Penn State Stacked D Team. Earned a bid to the American Mock Trial Association Opening Round Championship Series Tournament in Ohio.
EAGLE SCOUT
2018
Completion of an Eagle Scout Project, and a board of review based on recommendations from five different community leaders. My Eagle Project with the Miracle League of the South Hills coordinated more than 20 volunteers donating almost $2,000 and more than 200 hours of community service time. As part of this project, I organized the planting of shade trees around the Miracle League’s adapted baseball field in Upper St. Clair, built wooden shelves for the Miracle League storage unit, and constructed bulletin and lineup boards for use during Miracle League games.
SKILLS
Microsoft Word - Advanced
Microsoft Power Point - Advanced
Virtual Event Management - Advanced
Public Speaking - Advanced
Adobe InDesign - Intermediate
Adobe After Effects - Intermediate
Web Design - Intermediate
Spanish - Intermediate