Ethan Edwards
Boise
Summary
Business student and entrepreneur passionate about commercial real estate, financial analysis, and sales. Graduating at 19 with a 3.98 GPA from the University of Idaho. Experienced in marketing, negotiation, and business growth, with exposure to commercial real estate development and acquisitions. Proven ability to combine analytical thinking with relationship-driven sales to close deals, scale operations, and deliver measurable results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Edwards Watersports
06.2022 - Current
- Founded and scaled a seasonal rental company generating $150,000+ in annual revenue and serving 300+ clients.
- Negotiated and secured multi-year B2B contracts with Discovery Land Company and resort partners.
- Achieved 25:1 ROAS through targeted Google and Meta marketing campaigns, optimizing ad spend and conversions.
- Managed P&L oversight, pricing, and retention strategies to maintain profitability and brand reputation.
- Delivered premium customer experiences resulting in consistent referrals and repeat clients.
Commercial Real Estate Analyst Intern
Stone Creek Contracting
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Shadowed a real estate developer on daily operations, gaining first-hand exposure to acquisition, permitting, and project execution across multiple commercial sites.
- Assisted on-site with construction coordination, material management, and contractor communication to better understand project timelines and budgeting.
- Observed how market factors, zoning, and demand influence decisions on which commercial properties are acquired or developed.
- Learned to interpret development contracts and permits, tracking each phase from concept to completion.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05.2026
Associate of General Studies - Business Administration
North Idaho College
Coeur d’Alene, ID05.2024
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Market Research
- Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Scenario Analysis)
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
- LoopNet
- Negotiation
- Client Relationship Management
- Sales & Business Development
- Contract Management
- Google Ads
- Meta Ads
- CRM Tools
Awards & Highlights
Senior Project Award – Developed revenue and growth projection model for Edwards Watersports., Graduating with bachelor’s degree at age 19, demonstrating accelerated learning & discipline., Secured resort partnerships and repeat clients through personalized, high-value sales approach.
Timeline
Commercial Real Estate Analyst Intern
Stone Creek Contracting
01.2025 - 05.2025
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Edwards Watersports
06.2022 - Current
Associate of General Studies - Business Administration
North Idaho College
Bachelor of Business Administration -
University of Idaho