Experience

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  Ford fisheries, bristol bay, ak

  Jan 1985 - now

  Commercial fisherman

  Coordination of seasonal fishing operation based at a remote wilderness camp. As permitholder and captain, responsible for annual license renewals, compliance with fishery regulations, crew hiring, supervision and safety, and the operation of all gear, equipment and boat in the fishery. Oversee yearly inventory, camp maintenance, and shipment of all necessary food and supplies to location. Complete all bookkeeping and records, and process expenses, payments, and crew payroll. Active participant in the regulatory process of the fishery and dedicated promoter of Alaska's sustainable wild seafood resources. Founder and coordinator of setnet association formed to lobby for the protection and advancement of our fishery group and the laws that govern our operations. Dedicated to increasing safety both within the industry and for recreational boaters, and decreasing fatality rate in specific fishery. Show less

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  Classical music and performance arts

  Jan 1993 - now

  Professional musician

  Extensive lifelong participation in private music study, touring groups and select ensembles. Provide organ and piano for church services, wedding, and memorials, as well as choral accompaniment and overall music coordination. Participate in orchestras, ensembles, and string groups for both sacred and secular occasions. Collaborations are welcome for dramatic productions and new material. Classical expertise in pipe organ, piano, violin, viola, percussion, voice, and assorted other instrumental opportunities. Show less

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  Pace staffing network

  Oct 1996 - Mar 2008

  Interim / supplementary service provider

  From 1996 - 2001, and again from 2005 -2008, filled a variety of specialized corporate needs. These included executive administrative support, medical credentialing, limited entry access screening in secured facilities, reception, records, orders, fulfillment, accounts, proposals, portfolios, multiple communication systems, member benefits, and customer service. Orchestrated special events and international conventions, and participated in corporate meetings and negotiations. Often requested for challenging positions requiring initiative, creativity, and sensitive interpersonal skills. Show less

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  Ernie ford studio

  Jan 2003 - now

  Marketing director

  Complete management of professional artist. Marketing, public relations, gallery connections, product placement, website and Internet presence development, design of promotional materials, interfacing with corporations, coordination of national appearances, shows, events, and charitable donations. Artist is a member of ASMA (American Society of Marine Artists) and the recipient of multiple awards.

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  Cm travel

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  Independent travel consultant

  Professional travel planner and coordinator of leisure and corporate travel for both individuals and groups. Member of Trade Show and Events Team, also active in fundraising program for organizations. Certified agent, having completed course work at Careers NW Academy, and member of CLIA (Cruise Line International Association).

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  Two if by seafoods

  Jan 2008 - now

  Business owner / commercial fisherman

  Offering the season’s premium catch from own boat and fishery. Complete management and involvement in quality control from setting of the gear, harvesting of the fish, custom processing, shipment, receiving, packaging and labeling, and distributing direct to the customer. Conception and implementation of new product lines and marketing. Operation of farmers market sales, local delivery routes, and nationwide shipment program. Network with other vendors to offer combined packages of local prepared food items. Responsible for all licensing, permitting, reporting, and compliance in both Alaska and Washington. Design and secure all needed print materials, promotional items, booth decor, gift additions, educational materials, and fun giveaways for children at markets. Maintain database of customers, generate regular newsletter, ongoing social media presence, and provide high end service with custom packing and preparation direction. Frequent contributor to charitable events and advocate for the sustainability and protection of the salmon ecosystem. Participant and speaker at industry expos, school programs, and regulatory sessions. Long-term expansion plans for continued growth and community support. Show less

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  Ezra's organics

  Mar 2012 - Jun 2012

  Project coordinator

  Coordinated efforts of expanding organic tomato business. Based out of Portland; worked remotely from Seattle as well as travelled to nurseries in the PacNW. Ezra's was working to pioneer and promote a new technique of tomato grafting for increased success and yield. I worked with the owners to generate promotional material and packaging, establish relationships with nurseries and sales outlets, update inventory, schedule and follow through on deliveries, visit the greenhouse and sales points, and coordinate the efforts of the botanist, greenhouse, owners, delivery personnel, and garden shops. The inaugural season was an excellent fit before the market and fishing season for Two If By SeaFoods, and also was immensely rewarding to work in my existing arena of organic, sustainable food. Show less

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  Encompass engineering & surveying

  Dec 2012 - Jun 2015

  Office administrator

  Initial supplementary employment, moving into full-time contract position. Provided administrative services to engineering and surveying firm during period of intense growth and transition. Operated the front desk reception area, handling scheduling, incoming calls, visitors, clients, deliveries, payments, and documents. Built job files for new clients as well as ongoing projects. Worked with the eastern office branch on timesheets, reporting, compliance, billing, incoming payments, and employee records. Frequent trips off-site to various county regulatory offices for submittals and approvals. Utilized proprietary company database with job, client, and employee information. Online research and documentation of properties and records. Maintained internal company logs, supplies, and calendar. Hosted conference rooms and client meetings. Generated complex copied documents including varying sizes of large maps, records, and bound reports. Upkeep and organization of multiple hard filing systems for large binders and folders, and flat maps in several sizes. Wide range of inventory and ordering along with incoming and outgoing mail in packages, letters, and courier delivery. Time-sensitive organization and coordination as part of daily tasks. Show less

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  Alaska marine safety education association

  Feb 2018 - now

  Amsea drill / marine safety instructor

  Certified instructor of USCG-accepted Drill Conductor, Water Safety & Survival Classes for commercial fishermen, marine / river communities, and recreational boaters. Skills taught in the classes include The 7 Steps to Survival, Emergencies at Sea, Hypothermia & Cold Water Safety, PFDs & Immersion Suits, Man Overboard, Firefighting, Flares & Signals, Dewatering the Vessel, Mayday Procedures, Abandon Ship, Liferafts, and Onboard Drills. We work with multiple safety-oriented organizations (local, state, and federal) to improve the odds of survival no matter what happens on the water! Show less