Brian Johnson

Experience

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  AVA Rafting & Ziplining

  May 2012 - Aug 2015

  Head Trip Leader

  ● Worked seasonally for three summers as an adventure guide● Responsible for guest's safety and satisfaction● Lead day rock climbing and zip-lining trips at onsite crag and zip-line course● Lead day and overnight rafting trips on the Arkansas River

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  University at Buffalo, Outdoor Pursuits

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  ● Rented gear during office hours● Cleaned and inventoried rental gear such as backpacks, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, tents, etc.● Rented canoes at on-campus lake● Rented ice-skates at on-campus ice rink ● Backpacking 1 and Backpacking 2 teaching assistant● Lead day and overnight hiking trips● Assisted with orienteering and general wilderness education

  • Outdoor Gear Rental Staff

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  • Backpacking Teaching Assistant

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
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  Outdoor Adventure Club

  Dec 2013 - Jun 2017

  President, Vice-President, Trip Leader

  President● Managed a budget of $20,000 from the Student Association● Oversaw 5 officers and 6 trip leaders● Contributed to increased membership from 200 to 600 students● Promoted club through social media and physical promotions around campusVice President ● Coordinated collaborative events with RedBull, L.L.Bean, Alps, Students for Sustainability Council and more.● Wrote grants and gained funds to host REEL ROCK film.Trip Leader● Responsible for planning and execution of outdoor trips for members including weekend backpacking in the Adirondacks, week-long trip camping in Cayo Costa, day trips and overnight trips, rock climbing, hiking, curling, white water rafting, etc. Show less

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  University at Buffalo, Student Association

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2017

  Head Outreach Coordinator + Receptionist

  ● Head of promoting and advertising for the Student Association● Managed three outreach staff● Receptionist at the Student Association

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  Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Event Staff and Server

  ● Summer position working at Snowbird● Assisted with various jobs as a member of event staff during large events such as Brewfest, Fourth of July Breakfast, and Fathers Day BBQ● Server at The Birdfeeder and The Forklift restaurants at Snowbird

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  Momentum Climbing Gym

  Jun 2017 - May 2019

  Shift Leader/ Gym Staff

  ● Delivered top notch customer service on a daily basis to gym members and guests.● Facilitated the opening and closing of the climbing gym.● Instructed guests on correct belay procedure and general gym rules.● Ensured all guests had completed waivers of liability.

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  ExpertVoice

  Dec 2018 - May 2019

  Business Development Intern

  ● Worked with B2B team to support BDR's on new business campaigns. ● Proficient in LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Salesforce, Salesloft, and Excel. ● Performed SaaS competitor analysis. ● Collaborated with the video team to create advertising content on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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  RED RIVER ADVENTURES LLC

  May 2019 - now

  Rock and Ice Climbing Guide/ Raft Guide Trainer

  ● Guide multipitch grade III rock climbing), multipitch ice climbing, canyoneering, and class II whitewater rafting.

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  ASCEND Pittsburgh

  Oct 2019 - Feb 2020

  Front Desk Staff
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  Northwest Alpine Guides

  Jun 2022 - Oct 2023

  Alpine Guide/ Lead Guide Trainer

  Alpine and Mountaineering Guide ● Lead guide for the 2-day Baker Climb, 3-day Intro to Mountaineering Courses, 5-day Glacier Mountaineering Courses, and 7-day Alpine Climbing Courses.● Venues included but were not limited to Mount Baker Wilderness, Mount Olympus National Park, North Cascades National Park.Lead Guide Trainer ● Responsible for the creation and execution of the new mountaineering guide training program.

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  Access the Alpine

  Jun 2023 - now

  Owner

  Owner of Access the Alpine.At Access the Alpine our mission is simple - To help make it possible for anyone to get outside by decreasing the many barriers that exist within outdoor recreation.We want to provide you with the resources and inspiration you need to embark on your own extraordinary journeys through the mountains.We aim to empower individuals to challenge themselves physically and mentally while fostering a deep appreciation and connection to the land we recreate on. We provide unparalleled outdoor adventure experiences through safe and sustainable mountaineering and climbing practices. Show less