Objective
To find a land based Marine Operations or Construction position.
Experience
EXPERIENCE
Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) Marina Virgin Gorda Virgin Gorda, B.V.I.
Manager of Operations and Facilities November 2012-Present
• Increased Marina revenue by 53% from year 2 to year 3 through personalized high level service, industry referrals, and a high retention rate
• Creates operating/capital budgets and monitors revenue and expenses
• Effectively executed several world-class superyacht regattas with Boat International Media and sponsors such as Loro Piana, Melges, Oyster, Rolex, Swan, and Westport
Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Marina Virgin Gorda Virgin Gorda, B.V.I.
Dockmaster February 2011-November 2012
• Oversaw the technical operations of marina infrastructure and safe mooring procedures
• Provided personalized service to members, owners, captains, and crew
• Designed and implemented operating procedures and protocols
• Assisted in the design and installation of Navis marina management software that integrates the Micros point of sale system with QuickBooks accounting software. Working knowledge of all 3 programs
Victor International Virgin Gorda, B.V.I.
Development Coordinator for the YCCS Marina Virgin Gorda and Oil Nut Bay (ONB) November 2009-February 2011
• Supervised the construction and installation of a purpose built, state-of-the-art, Bellingham-Marine, floating superyacht marina with sea and land based facilities
• Coordinated daily site operations during construction of both the YCCS Marina and ONB including purchasing, material deliveries, contractor management, equipment management, and accounting
• Contributed to the design of the YCCS Marina as well as the ONB Arrival Dock and Marina
Biras Creek Resort Virgin Gorda, B.V.I.
Guest Services Supervisor October 2008-November 2009
• Supervised guest assistants, marina attendants, pool attendants, and water sports attendants as well as prepared their schedules
• Managed Guest Services department which included: transportation, off-property excursions, daily resort activities, guest reservations, and food and beverage reservations
• Assisted General Manager with daily resort operations
The Bay Harbor Yacht Club Bay Harbor, MI
Food & Beverage Internship May 2007-September 2007
• Assisted management with the daily bar and dining operations
• Aided the Accounting Department with checks, balances, and payroll
Education
EDUCATION
Michigan State University East Lansing, MI
Eli Broad College of Business August 2003-December 2007
B.A. Degree in Hospitality Business
Certification
Boatmaster License Grade 2 for Small Commercial Vessels November 2011-November 2014
Maritime & Coastguard Agency STCW 95 July 2009 for Life
PADI Open Water Diver August 2008 for Life
Emergency First Responder June 2008 for Life
Skils
Four year member of the Michigan State University Lacrosse Team
• Named Honorable Captain for senior season along with all conference honors
• Developed strong communication and time management skills as well as ability to perform well under pressure
Hobbies: team sports, sailing, power boating, hiking, backpacking, camping, and international travel.