
Hello, I'm Preston Schlagheck
Co-founder of CogNodes, helping businesses streamline operations through custom software and AI. Finance & analytics student at USC with a blend of technical execution and strategic thinking.
Tools & Platforms
Experience
Co-Founder & Owner
CogNodes, LLC
Objectives
Co-founded AI startup building web applications, workflow automations, and intelligent solutions for startups and businesses.
Generative & Agentic AI Integrations Intern
US HealthConnect, Inc.
Objectives
Engineer AI automation agents and automate financial workflows to streamline operations, while designing engaging UX features.
President
Sigma Phi Epsilon (SC-Alpha)
Objectives
Lead the executive board of the school's largest fraternity and collaborate with university and nationals to deliver programming.
Web Developer
Direct Journeyline Holdings, LLC
Objectives
Design and produce revenue-driving web pages with analytics tracking, while creating marketing visuals for brand awareness.
Monster Energy Collegiate Ambassador
Monster Beverage Corporation
Objectives
Design and execute campus marketing campaigns, partnering with student organizations to run high-visibility events.
Alpha Fund Chair
Alpha Kappa Psi - Beta Upsilon
Objectives
Managed student-led investment portfolio, directing teams to develop pitches and financial models with investment analysis.
Member Services & Operations Associate
Madison Country Club
Objectives
Oversaw daily transactions and high-volume scheduling, while assisting with tournament logistics and supervising teams.
Web Development Intern
Guilford Fund For Education
Objectives
Collaborated with sponsors and leadership to develop web pages with integrated analytics, while managing sponsor outreach.
Neuroscience Research Intern
Trinity Institute for Applied Neuroscience & Spirituality
Objectives
Conducted analysis of studies and produced visual reports for publications, while redesigning the organization website.
Projects
Intextive Generator
Properties & Resources
Results
Workflow transforming research inputs into peer-reviewed articles with LLM logic.

CogNodes.com
Properties

Resources
Results
Developed a conversion-focused sales platform for an AI automation company with optimized pages that increased lead conversion rates.
CogNodes - Build With Us
Global Learning Collaborative LCs
Properties
Resources
Results
Developed comprehensive healthcare education platforms featuring expert interviews, interactive case studies, and medical training modules for cardiovascular professionals.
Myasthenia Matters
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Truckbays.com
Properties
Resources
Results
Developed LinkedIn marketing campaign graphics for truck parking platform to drive engagement and brand awareness.

Driver Respect

Drivers

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DirectJH.com
Properties
Resources
Results
Built a corporate website showcasing Direct Journeyline Holdings' trucking logistics divisions, improving brand visibility and client engagement.
DJH - Direct Journeyline Holdings
Riggys.com & Marketing Materials
Properties
Resources
Results
Redesigned truck parking platform and created comprehensive marketing materials for client outreach.

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Certifications
UBS M&A Finance Accelerator
Issuance
Objectives
Completed intensive banking accelerator simulation in partnership with UBS, mastering M&A finance through deal structuring and advanced financial modeling.
Aboveboard for Student Leaders
Issuance
Objectives
Completed the Aboveboard for Student Leaders course by University of South Carolina, demonstrating commitment to ethical leadership and integrity in student organizations.