FBLA Regionals
Electronic Career Portfolio
Cheyenne Maddox
Calloway County High School
2011
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................3
Career Summary .......................................................................................4
Resume ........................................................................................................5
Reference Page....................................................................................6
College Options .................................................................................... 7-8
Murray State ..........................................................................................7
University of Kentucky ..........................................................................8
Career Options.................................................................................... 9-10
Deloitte & Touche and Ernst & Young ..............................................9
KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers .............................................10
Transcripts ............................................................................................... 11
Athletic Awards ...................................................................................... 12
Essay Awards ..................................................................................... 13-16
Murray State University Leadership Conference ..........................13
Kroger Black History Month Essay.....................................................14
Kroger Black History Month Winning Essay ..................... 15-16
Samples of Work ............................................................................... 17-21
Bad News Letter ..................................................................................17
Income Statement .............................................................................18
Income Statement Formula Mode ..................................................19
Payroll Register ....................................................................................20
Letters of Recommendation ........................................................... 21-23
Mrs. Fritsche ..........................................................................................21
Governor Scholar Application – Mrs. DeVoss .......................... 22-23
FBLA National Conference Trip ........................................................... 24
Timeline ................................................................................................... 25
Introduction
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Full Name: Cheyenne Maddox
Hometown: Murray, KY
High School: Calloway County High School
Area of Emphasis: Mathematics and Accounting
Choosing My Field of Interest: Being left brain dominant, I have
always been a fan of logic and numbers. My interest for
mathematics began the first day I could count. Whether my class
was long division in the fourth grade, pre-algebra in middle school,
or calculus in high school, I have always looked forward to it. Now
having been introduced to the field of accounting, I know what
career my interest can lead me to. Accounting was also something I
looked forward to and it was also something that I could count on
for the future.
Choosing a College: With the state of Kentucky offering KEES money
for every “A” I receive, going to a college in Kentucky is an
important factor in picking my college. Murray State University, the
university in my hometown, is a great option for college for me. Not
only does it have a great accounting department, but it also is right
at home giving me a chance to get comfortable in the new college
environment. The University of Kentucky, however, is also a good
option. According to its website, It offers a full program called the
Gatton College of Business and Economics that is dedicated strictly
to the business and accounting world.
Choosing a Career: Becoming a Certified Public Accountant will
take a lot of work and determination, but it is definitely a good
career to choose. Any one who has an income in the United States
has to file taxes and therefore needs an accountant. There is always
job security with an accountant. Not only is there job security but
the pay is very comfortable reaching up to 75K.
Career Summary
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Job Description
An accountant is
mainly responsible for
performing certain
financial tasks for a
business and/or
individual. There are
many of these tasks
including public
accounting,
management and
business accounting,
and internal auditing.
Accountants in the past
have stuck to books in
which records are kept
by hand and files were
on paper. Recently,
however, many
accountants and firms
are using specific
software to complete
their book keeping.
Because of this,
requirements of
computer knowledge
are a vital part of the
accountant’s job
description.
Experience
life insurance, a
401(k) plan, and
paid annual leave.
Most beginning
High-level senior
Certified Public
Accountants have to accountants may
receive additional
have a bachelor’s
degree. Most need to benefits, such as the
work as an assistant to use of a company
car and an expense
another accountant
account.
or have an internship
at a firm. Only after
this has been
achieved will the
Most
beginning accountant
accountants and
achieve more
auditors generally
responsibility and
work a standard 40independence.
hour week, but
many work longer
hours, particularly if
they are selfWage and salary
employed and have
accountants and
numerous clients.
auditors usually
receive standard
Tax specialists often
benefits, including
work long hours
health and medical
during the tax
insurance,
season.
Hours
Benefits
Exams Required
All states use the four part CPA
exam. Most candidates are not
required to pass all parts at once;
but it is required to have been
passed within eighteen months of
passing the first section.
Advancements
Public accountants and
management accountants
usually have much occupational
mobility. It is less common for
accountants to move from either
management accounting into
public accounting.
Payroll and Salary
Less than a year
$45,455
1-4 years
$50,180
5-9 years
$59,958
10-19 years
$70,549
20+ years
$80,938
Skills Needed
 Using Mathmatics
to solve problems
 Considering the
relative costs and
benefits of potential
actions to choose
the most
appropriate on.
 Adjusting actions in
relation to others’
actions.
Education
Requirements
 Most require a
bachelor’s degree.
 Some prefer a
master’s degree.
 Most need
experience to get
started.
Resume
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Cheyenne Maddox
1918 Coopertown Road
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 978-1955
cheyenne.maddox@stu.calloway.kyschools.us
Outgoing, Mathematical, Responsible, Cooperative, Friendly
OBJECTIVE:
To obtain an entry level position where I can obtain
experience in the work place and explore career
opportunities.
EDUCATION:
Calloway County High School
www.calloway.kyschools.us
Murray, KY
May 2012 Graduate
GPA: 4.0/4.0
Curriculum: Honors, Advanced Placement, and Business
Courses
CLUBS/ACTIVITIES:
-CCHS Varsity and JV Basketball (Two years)
-CCHS Varsity Soccer (Three years)
-BETA Club (Three years)
-Future Business Leaders Of America (FBLA) (Junior year)
-Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) (Three years)
-World Language Club (Sophomore year)
AWARDS:
-Honor Roll Student (Three years)
-Received Basketball and Soccer Academic Award (Three
years)
-Captain of Varsity Soccer Team (Junior year)
WORK EXPERIENCE:
July 2009-Present
Jan. 2009 – Jan. 2010
Taco John’s
Murray, KY
-Customer Service
-Food preparation
Soccer Referee
Murray, KY
-Referee tournaments and games ages U-8 through U-13
-Assisted children in learning the game
COMMUNITY SERVICE:
-Donated to Needline and Angel’s Attic
-Assisted in Missionary Fundraisers for Churches
SPECIAL SKILLS:
-Knowledge in the following Microsoft Office programs:
2003 or 2007 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
-Typing rate of 75 WPM
-Proficient knowledge in the Spanish language
Resume
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Cheyenne Maddox
1918 Coopertown Road
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 978-1955
cheyenne.maddox@stu.calloway.kyschools.us
REFERENCES
Jennifer Stubblefield, Teacher
Calloway County High School
2108 College Farm Rd.
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7374 ext. 314
jennifer.stubblefield@calloway.kyschools.us
Vicki Simmons, Teacher
Calloway County High School
2108 College Farm Rd.
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7374 ext. 318
vicki.simmons@calloway.kyschools.us
Sara Cornn, Manager
Taco John’s
1100 Chestnut Street
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-9697
tjmur@newwavecomm.net
College Options
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The Department of Accounting Mission Statement
(according to the MSU official website)
The Department of Accounting is committed to providing an excellent
accounting education that enables graduates to effectively compete in
an accounting or related business environment. This commitment arises
from a sincere desire to deliver high quality accounting instruction that
encourages both accounting students and non-accounting majors to
appreciate, understand and use accounting information.
Undergraduate Programs
 Area in Accounting
 Area in Accounting – Information Systems Option
 Area in Accounting – Finance Option
 Area in Accounting – Financial Planning Option
 Accounting Minor
Graduate Program
 Master of Business Administration – Accounting
Option
College Options
The Gatton College of Business and
Economics
This is a program offered by the University
of Kentucky that solely focuses on
business. Because I am going to be an
accounting major, this is where I will be
admitting for UK. The admitting process is
still the same.
Premajor Requirements (according to the official UK website)
University First Year Writing Requirement………………………4
ACC 201 Financial Accounting I………………………………..3
ACC 202 Managerial Uses of Accounting Information...…...3
ECO 201 Principles of Economics I……………………………...3
ECO 202 Principles of Economics II……………………………..3
STA 291 Statistical Method………………………………………..3
MA 123 Elementary Calculus and Its Applications and
MA 162 Finite Mathematics and Its Applications…………….6
or
MA 113 Calculus 1…………………………………………………4
B&E Microsoft Office Specialist – Word……………...…………0
B&E Microsoft Office Specialist – PowerPoint…………………0
B&E Microsoft Office Specialist – E xcel………………………...0
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Career Options
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Deloitte & Touche is one of the Big 4
international accounting firms. According
to financecareers.about.com, it is
headquartered in New York City. It is
made up of complex organizational
structure with numerous independent firms
underneath it. It operates in 142 countries
through 69 member firms.
Lines of Business
 Assurance
 Consulting
 Mergers &
Acquisitions
 Tax
Business Statistics
 Employees (inter.) = 165K
 Employees (U.S.) = 40,998
 CPA’s (U.S.) = 8,108
 Partner’s (U.S.) = 2,758
 Offices (U.S.) = 101
BIG 4
Ernst & Young is also one of
the Big 4 international
accounting firms.
According to
financecareers.about.com,
its headquarters are
located in London,
England. It has many
member firms below it and
they are each organized as
partnerships. As of June 30,
2010, annual revenues
were $21.3 billion.
Lines of Business
 Assurance
 Advisory
 Transactions
 Tax
Business Statistics
 Employees (inter.) = 124,335
 Employees (U.S.) = 40,635
 Partners (inter.) = 7,460
Career Options
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KPMG is one of the Big 4 international
firms. According to freedictionary.com,
the letters are an acronym of the names of
the founders of the firm: Klynveld, Peat,
Marwick, and Goerdeler. Its headquarters
are located in the Netherlands. It has
members below it that are organized as
partnerships. KPMG also operates in over
140 countries.
Lines of Business
 Audit
 Advisory
 Tax
Business Statistics
 Employees (inter.) = 123,000
 Employees (U.S.) = 19,600
 Partners (inter.) = 7,000
 Partners (U.S.) = 1,600
 Offices (U.S.) = 93
BIG 4
PricewaterhouseCoopers
is one of the Big 4
international accounting
firms. According to
finance.about.com, its
headquarters are
located in London,
England. It operates in
over 150 countries and
has 33 offices in the U.S.
including the District of
Columbia. As of June 30,
2010, its annual revenues
were $26.6 billion.
Lines of Business
 Audit
 Consulting
 Transactions
 Tax
Business Statistics
 Employees (inter.) = 146,767
 Employees (U.S.) = 31,631
 Partners (inter.) = 8,578
 Partners (U.S.) = 2,151
 Offices (inter.) = 766
Transcripts
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Athletic Awards
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Athletic
Achievements
I have received patches for my
letter jacket. The three bars on
the right represent the years I’ve
lettered in varsity soccer, the star
represents that I am a captain,
and the soccer ball shows my
number: 12.
This bar was received
my sophomore year for
lettering in basketball.
Essay Awards
I received a
certificate, a Murray
State University
journal, and a $200
book scholarship.
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Essay Awards
Essay Awards
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Award Winning Essay
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The Unfair Needs to be Justified
Shaping history isn’t something that you see everyday. It can be a progression of
years, like a war, or it can happen in a matter of seconds, like an assassination. But
most importantly it alters lives. For many African Americans, three marches altered not
only their lives, but the lives of everyone in America. These three marches changed our
country for the better and shaped history in a way that is unforgettable.
The first march happened in early 1963. It is known as the Detroit Walk to
Freedom. The most intense violence due to inequality of people happened in 1943.
Although it had been twenty years prior to the incident, The Detroit Council for Human
Rights declared there be a “Walk to Freedom.” They believed the basic ideas and
causes from the 1940s were still going on in that day. The walk happened on June 23,
1963, led by the one and only Martin Luther King Jr. 125,000 people stood by his side as
they marched down Woodward Avenue ending at Cobo Hall. This sight is where King
gave his famous speech, “I Have a Dream” for the first time. This changed not only
African American history but American history as well because it wasn’t just one man
who believed in civil rights, it was a whole city. This showed America that people will
stand and fight for what is right.
The second march happened in that same year. It was called the March on
Washington. On August 28, 1963, over 2,000 buses, 21 trains, and 10 airplanes all joined
with thousands of people at the Washington Monument in Washington D.C. The march
ended at Lincoln Memorial where speeches were given. The most significant part was
that the march was 80% African Americans and the other 20% were whites and other
Award Winning Essay
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ethnic groups. This showed America that whites and African Americans can come
together and be equal. This was a big step in the Civil Rights Movement.
The last and final big step was the Selma to Montgomery March. This consisted
of three marches that were all in 1965. The first march was called “Bloody Sunday.” It
was stopped by state troopers on Edmund Pettus Bridge where violence broke out and
several marchers were severely hurt. The second march was similar, except when they
got to the bridge, they stopped when ordered, said a prayer, and turned back to
Selma. The night of the march, three white ministers who joined it were killed. There
was a controversy about how the media paid attention to the death of a white man as
opposed to an African American. The third march made it all the way to Montgomery
due to the first amendments right to assemble. These final marches opened the eyes of
Americans. It made them realize that this wasn’t just a movement but had become a
battle that was unfair and needed to be justified.
These three marches have caused grief and death but also caused America to
realize that no matter the skin color, everyone is equal. It changed America and
African Americans. Equality has been honored since these marches and continues to
be honored. February is a month of reflection as we look back on African American
history and learn from our mistakes but build off of the lessons learned. The three
marches shaped history for the better.
Sources:
http://www.absolutemichigan.com/dig/michigan/detroits-walk-to-freedom/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/March_on_Washington_for_Jobs_an
d_Freedom
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selma_to_Montgomery_marches
This is my
award winning
essay.
Samples of Work
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December 2, 2010
Mr. Steve Podder
659 Main Street
Denver, CO 21685
Dear Mr. Podder
The Alpine Lodge enjoys you and your family’s visit to our ski slopes every
January. We look forward to your stay and it is a privilege to have you as such
pleasant guests.
Our lodge has always been in ideal condition, however, due to the recent ice
storm that has passed through our area, we regret to inform you that The Alpine
Lodge will be closed during the entire month of January due to renovations. We
understand that these plans are an inconvenience for you and, therefore,
would like to redirect your deposit toward the month of February. Your total
cost for the trip would be discounted 50%, free ski lift use will be prearranged for
you, and due to it being late in the season, there will be a low number of guests
at the lodge making it more enjoyable for you and your family.
We also encourage you to come see the new renovations. They include a
brand new ski lift, new gas log fireplaces, a new internet lounge with high speed
internet, cable televisions in the rooms, and new skiing equipment to give you
and your family the best skiing experience.
The Alpine Lodge looks forward to hearing from you so that we can begin the
rescheduling process. The Podders are always welcomed a stay at our lodge.
Sincerely
Cheyenne Maddox
This is a “bad news”
business letter I did for
my Electronic Office
class.
Samples of Work
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Holly's Crafts
Income Statement
For the Year Ended December 31, 2010
% of
Sales
$325,000.0
0
Sales
Cost Of Goods Sold
175,00
0
Gross Profit On Sales
Operating Expenses
Advertising Expense
Delivery Expense
Office Supplies Expense
Payroll Taxes Expense
Salaries Expense
Utilities Expense
Miscellaneous Expense
Total Operating
Expenses
Net Income From Operations
$150,000.0
0
46%
71,400
$78,600.00
24%
1,000
3,500
500
5,000
58,000
3,000
400
Other Expenses
Interest Expense
Net Income Before Income Tax
Less Income Tax
Net Income After Income Tax
This is an income
statement I did for
my Accounting I
class.
2,500
$76,100.00
11,500
$64,600.00
23%
20%
Samples of Work
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Holly's Crafts
Income Statement
For the Year Ended December 31, 2010
% of Sales
Sales
Cost Of Goods Sold
Gross Profit On Sales
Operating Expenses
Advertising Expense
Delivery Expense
Office Supplies Expense
Payroll Taxes Expense
Salaries Expense
Utilities Expense
Miscellaneous Expense
Total Operating Expenses
Net Income From Operations
Other Expenses
Interest Expense
Net Income Before Income Tax
Less Income Tax
Net Income After Income Tax
325000
175000
=F5-E7
=F8/F5
=SUM(E11:E17)
=F8-F18
=F19/F5
1000
3500
500
5000
58000
3000
400
2500
=F19-F22
11500
=F23-F24
This is the income
statement in formula
mode, created using
Microsoft Office Excel.
=F23/F5
=F25/F5
Samples of Work
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FURNITURE GALORE
SALARY INFORMATION
November 31, 2010
Employee
No.
2986
3025
2984
3023
3354
2999
2782
2794
3249
3148
3325
3241
Employee
Agins, Richard
Birin, Otto
Chase, Eric
Dalla, Sarah
Flynn, Julia
Hayward,
Louise
Kramer, Elsie
Majia, Dora
Myers, James
Pedro, Silvia
Phillip,
Michael
Saha, Eunice
Family Health
Single Health
None
BiNet Sales
monthly
Nov. 1-5
Salary
$750.00
$700.00
$300.00 $16,000.00
$812.50
$1,437.50
$500.00
$600.00
$500.00
$300.00
$500.00
$750.00
$500.00
Bonus
$960.00
$21,000.00 $1,260.00
$15,560.00
$12,436.00
$10,500.00
$933.60
$746.16
$630.00
Gross
Pay
Income
Tax
FICA
$750.00
$90.00 $57.38
$700.00
$84.00 $53.55
$1,260.00 $151.20 $96.39
$812.50
$97.50 $62.16
$1,437.50 $172.50 $109.97
State
Tax
$37.50
$35.00
$63.00
$40.63
$71.88
Total
Tax
$184.88
$565.13
$172.55
$527.45
$310.59
$949.41
$200.28
$612.22
$354.34 $1,083.16
$1,760.00 $211.20 $134.64 $88.00 $433.84
$600.00
$72.00 $45.90 $30.00 $147.90
$1,433.60 $172.03 $109.67 $71.68 $353.38
$1,046.16 $125.54 $80.03 $52.31 $257.88
$1,130.00 $135.60 $86.45 $56.50 $278.55
$750.00
$90.00
$57.38
Net Pay
$37.50 $184.88
$1,326.16
$452.10
$1,080.22
$788.28
$851.46
$565.13
$1,552.40
$186.29
$118.76
$77.62
$382.67
$17,540.00 $1,052.40
$1,169.73
$116.00
$68.00
0
This is a payroll
register I did for
my Accounting I
class.
Letters of Recommendation
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February 25, 2011
To Whom It May Concern:
It is a privilege to serve as a reference for Cheyenne Maddox. Cheyenne is a
very cooperative student who is also mature and puts 100% into all her
endeavors.
Cheyenne is truly a joy to work with in the classroom. She is a very responsible
and dependable individual; always turning assignments in on time and going
above and beyond classroom expectations. Cheyenne has shown that hard
work and cooperation count by her involvement in Future Business Leaders of
America and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Cheyenne is also a member of the
Calloway County High School Varsity Soccer team and participates in an indoor
soccer league. In addition to her after school activities, Cheyenne takes AP
classes and attends Murray State University at night through the Bridge program
to earn college credit while in high school.
Cheyenne is a trustworthy individual. Her well-rounded personality and
excellent business skills will certainly allow her to achieve many goals in the
future. I have no doubt that Cheyenne can and will do accomplish anything
she sets her mind to.
Sincerely,
Ashley Fritsche, Business/Marketing Teacher
Calloway County High School
Letters of Recommendation
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Letters of Recommendation
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This is a recommendation
form for the Governor’s
Scholars Program that
was filled out by my
English II teacher, Mrs.
DeVoss.
FBLA National Conference Trip
The FBLA National Conference was held at
Washington D.C. in November of 2010. I got the
chance to visit our capital city as well as learn more
about business and leadership skills.
The history that filled D.C. was inspiring and very
educational. I couldn’t get enough of it! We toured
the main aspects of the city within two days,
equivalent to reading half of a United States history
textbook.
The conference was beneficial, with great
speakers, workshops, and chances to meet students
like myself from all over the nation. I learned to
“break barriers” and be a leader and encourager
among my peers and classmates. It was a very
worthwhile trip!
This is our entire group from
FBLA that traveled to
Washington D.C.
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My teacher, Mrs. Fritsche, my
classmates, and myself at the
leadership conference.
My classmates and I are
reading of the building of
bronze statue of Iwo Jima.
Timeline
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Educational Timeline
August 2008
First Day of High School
January 2009
First Business Class
Computer
Technology
Applications
February 2010
Kroger Black History Month Essay Award
August 2010
First Accounting Class
November 2010
FBLA National Convention Trip
Washington D.C.
December 2010
Murray State University Project Leadership Essay
Award
January 2011
Second Accounting Class
Future