Krystal Kappeler
3312 Terry Point Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 402-0402
krystal.kappeler@gmail.com
Specialized Skills and Abilities
Leadership
Public Speaking
Event Planning
Analysis
Management
Sales
Microsoft Office
Creative Problem
Solving
Community
Outreach
Fundraising
Strategic Planning
Editing
Critical Thinking
Negotiation
Organization
Teamwork
Grant Writing
Philanthropy
Valuation
Consulting
Guest Lecturing
Inventory
Budgets
Business Strategy
Networking
Tutoring
Typing
Technical Writing
Professional Advancement and Experiences
Presidential Ambassadors, Colorado State University
Philanthropy Leader and Social Committee Leader
 Promote strategic plan of the University
 Represent the Office of the President of CSU in various networking events
 Share my experiences and CSU pride with alumni and friends of the university
Marine Ecotourism and Sailing – Bahamas Study Abroad
 Conducted coral reef research to analyze health of reef
 Studied international business
 Researched sustainable supply chains and development
August 2012 - Present
May 2013
Tableau IPO Competition: 1st Place
Spring 2013
Corporate Finance Capstone
 Awarded 1st Place in Active IPO Valuation Competition presented by Merrill Lynch Investment Bankers
 Competed with four team members in CSUs Business Corporate Capstone Competition, judged by Kevin Tice
from Merrill Lynch of New York
 Analyzed comparable companies, market conditions, multiples, and financials to value Tableau Software for their
upcoming IPO
 Built line-item DCF’s, pro-forma GAAP and Non-GAAP financial statements, and produced comparable financial
models and multiples analysis
 Presented analysis, results, and recommendations to a panel of investment bankers, financial professionals,
professors, and peers
Invasive Plant Genetics Laboratory, Soil and Crop Sciences Department
October 2009 - June 2013
Research Assistant
 Presenter at 2012 International Plant and Animal Genome Conference, San Diego,
 Presented at 2010, 2011, 2012 CSU Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity (CURC) symposium
 Spearheaded knotweed research for invasive and hybridization within the Rocky Mountain Region
 Researched invasive Yellow and Dalmatian Toadflax hybridization in field, greenhouse, and laboratory
 Designed and Created a website to showcase research results for field technicians
 Presented thesis dissertation for CSU Honor’s program
President’s Leadership Program, Colorado State University
 Awarded Leadership Certificate
 Participated in the planning and implementation of Project Homeless Connect
 Learned about various leadership styles, social identities, and diversity
Journal of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Excellence
Associate Editor
 Reviewed and selected CURC abstract submissions
 Edited scientific papers and poetry
 Critiqued artistic submissions
Advanced Painting - Sicily - Study Abroad
August 2009 - May 2012
November 2010 - May 2011
May – June 2010
Colorado State University Marching Band
 1st chair clarinet
Fall 2009
University of Findlay – Forensic Program and Scholarship Recipient
 Introduced to Cadaver Lab research, investigative techniques, and case solving tools and tips
August 2009
FBI Future Agent in Training Program in Washington Field Office and Quantico, VA
August 2009
• One of 40 students selected from across the United States to participate in this FBI program
• Gained understanding of FBI careers, including special agents, intelligence analysts, language specialists, and
support staff
• Gained practical knowledge of leadership, physical training, and skills required in law enforcement careers
• Participated in mock investigation at Hogan’s Alley at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia
• Learned investigative tactics including gathering evidence, interviewing techniques, criminal capture, and case
solving
Work Experience
May 2014 – Present
Welch Financial Planning
 Create Financial Plans using Money Guide Pro
 Integrate financial strategies into single usable format
 Create comprehensive client portfolios and build model portfolios
Spiral Experiences
 Assist in crafting marketing pitches
 Coordinate Scholar retreat presentations
December 2013 - Present
Presidential Ambassadors
Spring 2012 - Present
Colorado State University, Office of Events and Constituent Engagement
Philanthropy Leader, Leadership Counsel
• Organized and orchestrated Gratitude Event
• Organized and orchestrated Tuition Runs Out Event
• Partially Organized and orchestrated National Student Engagement and Philanthropy Day
Paul Wood Florist
111 W. Olive Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521; Sue Charles; 970-482-9121
 Manage daily store operations including opening and closing accounting
 Serve customers and utilize cash register
 Design and deliver floral arrangements
 Wedding Wire Rated
May 2009 - Present
Front Range Community College
• Guest lecturer on “How to Create A Business Plan and Design Your Future”
• Created worksheets, conducted presentation, entertained question and design session
Dance Instructor
 Choreograph routines
 Design and teach private and group lessons
 Develop after school program
Genetics 330 Colorado State University
 Teacher’s Assistant fielding genetics questions and grading papers
Culver’s Restaurant
918 South Lemay, Fort Collins, CO 80524; Jason Stentz; 970-493-3639
 Cashier and Server
 Preparing food
 Training new employees
October 2013
May 2006 - Present
August 2012 – December 2012
May 2005 - January 2006
Education
Colorado State University
M.S. in Economics
Anticipated May 2016
Colorado State University
B.S. in Business Administration with numerous science electives, 3.267 GPA; Honors Student
Concentration: Corporate Finance with Certificates in International Business and Leadership
Honors Thesis: Investigating the Spread of Invasive Knotweed in the Rocky Mountain Region
 Advisor/Committee Member: Dr. Sarah Ward, Dr. Cini Brown
 Determined species of knotweed plant samples collected
 Determined ISSR Markers for knotweed
Graduated August 2013
Poudre High School
Valedictorian; 4.22 GPA; 350 Credits / 220 required
Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate coursework
Graduated Spring 2009
University of Colorado – Denver
Engineering Calculus 2; 3.75 GPA
Front Range Community College
Spanish 3; 4.0 GPA
Spring 2009
Summer 2007
Languages
English – Native
Spanish – Elementary Working Proficiency
Professional Trainings and Certifications
Zumba Instructor Network (ZIN) – Zumba Instructor Certified
SCUBA Diving Certifications
• Open Water SCUBA Certified
• Night and Limited Visibility
• Underwater Photography
• Wreck Diving
Navigation Affiliated Student Advancement Programs Conference - Indianapolis
• Presented by Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
• Learned how to create large-scale projects on a tight budget
• Discovered various methods of promoting university philanthropic efforts
• Brainstormed ways to involve alumni in the university
Responsible Conduct of Research Workshop
• Presented by Research Integrity Compliance and Review Office
Boettcher Grant Writing Webinar
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Learned effective grant writing techniques
Related Coursework
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Ethical Conduct of Research (GRAD 544)
Professional and Technical Communication (JTC 300)
Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing (ACT 541)
Honors Strategic Management (BUS 479)
Micro and Macro Economics (ECON 204)
Financial Markets and Institutions (FIN 310)
Principles of Investments (FIN 355)
2012 – Present
September 2010 - Present
August 2012
March 2012
September 2010
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Financial Planning (FIN 320)
Financial Management (FIN 370)
Financial Risk Management (FIN 470)
Enterprise Valuation (FIN 471)
International Business Finance (FIN 475)
International Business Management (MGT 475)
Negotiation and Conflict Management (MGT 476)
International Business Marketing (MKT 495)
Awards and Accomplishments
Boettcher Foundation Scholar
 Exceptional Community Service, Scholarship, Character, Minimum 3.0 GPA, 27 ACT
 Boettcher Educational Enrichment Grant – Awarded $3000
National Coca-Cola Scholar
 Community Service, Minimum 3.5 high school GPA
Honors Undergraduate Research Scholar
Scientific Education and Research Institute Scholar
Weed Science Society of America
 Awarded $1000 Research Grant
Intel Scholar
 Innovativeness and Creativity
Rotary Scholar
 Compassionate, Extensive Volunteerism
Masonic Scholar
 Well-rounded, Passionate, Minimum 4.0 high school GPA
Service
Boettcher Steering Committee
Spring 2013 - Present
• Volunteered for Denver’s March of Dimes, March for Babies
• Helped develop first ever Boettcher Scholar Leadership Summit
• Participated in Boettcher Foundation’s Matching Gift Donation Program for Non-profit Organizations
• Facilitated Boettcher Scholar Leadership Summit-In-Action Activity
President’s Leadership Program Advisory Board
 Sole student representative on board first year
 Provided relevant feedback
 Shared current student perspectives
 Helped develop yearly course programs
 Facilitated and Developed PLP Alumni Retreat in part
Fall 2010 – Spring 2012
Chemistry Club Officer: Outreach Leader
Fall 2010 – Spring 2012
• Recognized by the American Chemical Society
• Provided safe alternatives for youth on Halloween with Haunted Chemistry Show
• Project Leader for “Science Behind Cooking” and “Harry Potter Show” at elementary schools
• Conducted liquid nitrogen presentations for elementary to college aged students