- United States of America
- 02/21/2022
Michael Christopher Knoth
(248)912-2731, knothmic@msu.edu, 20539 Woodbend Drive, Northville, MI 48167
EDUCATION
Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, MI 2024
Juris Doctor Candidate
Michigan State University, James Madison College, East Lansing, MI May 2020
Bachelor of Arts: Major: International Relations, Minor: Political Economy
Focused on the study of international security, conflict resolution, diplomacy, foreign policy decision making, economics, trade policy, international business
Université libre de Bruxelles: Brussels, Belgium Summer 2018
On-site study of the European Union (EU) and European Security (NATO)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Michigan Department of Treasury, Lansing, MI June 2019 – March 2020
Student Assistant: Analytics and Outreach, Audits
- Drafted and edited memoranda and speeches
- Analyzed financial health of local governments, including pensions and retiree health care
- Collaborated with managers on review and analysis of various reports
- Contributed to the development of strategic initiatives
- Monitored and evaluated audited financial statements for proper reporting
- Assisted with agendas, Treasury recommendations, and briefing documents to support the Michigan Municipal Stability Board
Westside Manufacturing, Wixom, MI May 2017-Aug. 2018
Assistant to General Manager
- Performed tasks associated with the operations of a small manufacturing company including: sales, business plan development, distribution, manufacturing process, technology
- Interacted with customers on sales calls and in daily business interactions
- Researched machine and raw material purchasing/sales
- Strategized regarding impact of steel/aluminum tariffs on supply chain
D & D Bicycles and Hockey, Northville, MI March 2015-Aug. 2017
Sales Associate and Bicycle Mechanic
- Sold bicycles and accessories to customers in retail setting as part of sales team
- Diagnosed and executed bicycle repairs and maintenance
- Established cost and time estimates and performed inventory functions
ACTIVITIES
- Law Clerk in Detroit Bar Association Inn of Court
- Executive board member of MSU Spartan Mountain Biking club
- Member of Michigan State University Ski Club, Ski Team
- Limited working proficiency in German language