Objective
A career in marketing, sales, and project management of advanced technologies and innovative products developed for the recreational marine industry.
Experience
Sales Executive, Glacier Bay, Inc. (12.04.2006 – 02.26.2007)
Spent three months learning about Diesel/Electric Propulsion System.
Retired (2003 – 2006)
Owner/Manager of Vaughn Printing (1969 – 1999)
A family owned printing company originally located in Santa Monica, CA.
Growing the company to a quality graphics provider in 1995 we moved to larger quarters in Culver City and expanded into the graphic arts production arena, primarily for the entertainment industry. Taking the local printing company to a highly respected graphic arts leader in the Los Angeles Market.
Selling the company in 1999 and worked for 2 years with the new owners, reselling the combined companies and retiring from the industry.
Education
B.A. in Business Administration with a emphasis on Marketing,
University of the Pacific, Stockton, California, Class of 1969
Continued education in Public Speaking, Marketing, and Contribution Management
Advanced courses in navigation, including dead reckoning and celestial
Certification
United Stated Coast Guard “Merchant Marine Officer” captains license
Skils
Extensive experience in business, marketing, and customer relations
At ease dealing with highly technical products and services
Proven leader, while enjoying being an effective team member
Enthusiastic about developing professional relationships
Professional in appearance and presentation
? Managed a successful business for over thirty years
? Maintained product integrity, while shifting to a marketing emphasis
? Implemented technical training programs, always encouraging continuing education
? Developed markets and executed successful sales strategies
? Created collateral material and directed sales support
? Managed production and technical support teams
? A leader in my community