Sawyer Elenbaas

About Sawyer Elenbaas

I\'m currently pursuing a degree in Finance from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, building a foundation in financial analysis and business fundamentals. I\'m interested in exploring how different industries operate and where I can leverage my unique perspective to create the most impact.Through my professional experiences, involvement in student organizations and coursework, I\'ve developed an interest in how businesses solve problems. Particularly how businesses adapt to the ever changing competitive environment. I\'m up for any opportunity that will allow me to learn something new big or small, especially if I can use it to further my understanding of the business world.As I continue to explore career paths, I\'m following the advancement of AI. I\'m interested in how it will shape and is shaping decision making, productivity and overall what it means to work. I am focused on how I can position myself to stay adaptable in the ever evolving landscape we are in.

Experience

1. Doorman

   Four Seasons

   Feb 2026 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   As a Doorman at the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, I serve as a primary point of contact for guests at a luxury hospitality property, delivering a high-standard customer experience in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment. Working alongside a 3–4 person entrance team, I coordinate guest arrivals and luggage management while maintaining professionalism, discretion, and composure. This role has strengthened my client service orientation, situational awareness, and ability to build immediate rapport with diverse domestic and international guests. Operating in a detail-driven setting where brand reputation is paramount, I have developed strong communication skills, operational discipline, and the ability to represent an organization with confidence and reliability.

Education

• UMN Carlson School of Management

  Finance, General

  2025 — 2029