Leo Ashurov

Driven high-school student and competitive athlete with top-tier achievements in wrestling, DECA business competitions, and community leadership. Ranked in the top 25 % of a class of 521, fluent in Russian, English, and Ukrainian, and committed to blending entrepreneurial vision with service.

Community Impact

Brings 200+ volunteer hours and a Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Bronze).

Leadership & Initiative

Co-founder of a nonprofit organization focused on meaningful change.

Career Exploration

Currently exploring opportunities in business, law, and technology.

Mentorship & Innovation

Mentors younger athletes while building innovative ventures.

Education

High School

Dallas, TX — Class of 2026 (Top 25 %)

National Honor Society member

In Russian, English, Ukrainian

Fluent

200+ volunteer hours

Presidential Volunteer Service Award, Bronze

Coursework

Includes hospitality/lodging management and two years of event-planning experience

Wrestling & Martial Arts

Co-Captain & Varsity Starter (2023–24):

Varsity district champion;
5th at state;
Greco national placer;
finalist at 18u Greco state;
Team Texas national team member

Varsity Starter (2022–23):

16u state finalist;
Team Texas national team (freestyle/Greco)

District Champion (2021–22, JV)

Assistant wrestling coach at club level, mentoring younger athletes

Sambo (ages 4–6) under David Rudman;

Judo (ages 6–14) with multiple youth national titles and Texas state championships

Leadership & Service

DECA Chapter Officer —

Leadership role in one of Texas’s largest chapters; organize competitions and mentor peers

Tutoring programs for underprivileged children in Dallas

Co-Founder & Vice President, Nonprofit —

Volunteer —

200+ hours through coaching, nonprofit, and religious community work; Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Bronze)

Business & DECA Experience

DECA Officer & Competitor

State champion & ICDC qualifier in Hospitality & Lodging Management (2023–24);
ICDC grand finalist (top 20 of 210 teams) with top-10 presentation scores
State finalist in Hospitality & Tourism Decision Making (2022–23)
State champion & ICDC qualifier in Principles of Marketing (2021–22)

Sales Associate, Family Business (2022–Present) —

Generated $100,000+ in sales through tailored customer consultations

Entrepreneurship —

Co-founding AI-driven platform for small-business operations; developing product for guitar players; pursuing legal internship for business law exposure

Creative & Product-Focused

Guitar player with plans to develop musician-focused products

Additional Skills & Interests

Athletic Discipline

Competitive athlete since age four; highly disciplined and goal-oriented

Hospitality & Event Experience

Hospitality and lodging management experience through academics and event planning

Operational & Leadership Skills

Strong skills in customer engagement, operations, and team leadership