Nic Dobbs

Experience

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  Marquette Mountain Ski Area

  Aug 2006 - Apr 2009

  Assistant Manager of the Ski Shop

  I was the assistant manger of our local ski hill ski shop. I helped with hill duties and organization as well as sold tickets, organized employees, sold ski equipment, tuned and serviced ski equipment, and whatever else was needed for the hill. Seasonal employment.

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  Intrepid Travel

  May 2007 - Aug 2008

  Tour Guide

  I worked as a tour guide travelling through the USA and Canada. I led tour groups of up to thirteen people on one to two week excursions. We focused on National Parks, major cities, historical landmarks, and adventures of all kinds. I had the role of driver, planner, organizer, cook, maid, tent pole fixer, you name it we did it as guides. It was an amazing role that focused on leadership skills and adaptability to any and all situations. Some of the passengers spoke English and many did not so communication skills of all kinds were imperative. Amazing Job! Show less

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  Down Wind Sports

  Mar 2010 - Mar 2016

  Sales Manager

  I was the floor manager and ended my stint at the store as the service manager. I conducted day to day sales as well as coordinated the staff to create a successful store front. I am a skilled bike mechanic, completed ordering and buying duties, and ran the sales floor of the establishment. Down Wind Sports is a family owned high end gear shop focusing on many sports including - Downhill and XC skiing, mountain and road biking, rock and ice climbing, backpacking, snowshoeing, running, and more. They are the gear experts and the people who use and believe in what is sold. Show less

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  Michigan Ice Festival

  Jan 2011 - now

  Ice/Rock Climbing Guide

  I currently conduct work as an Ice and Rock Climbing guide through the Michigan Ice Festival guide service. I've been guiding since 2011 and look forward to teaching and educating people on the joys of climbing each and every year. I am also a certified Rope Rescue Technician - Certified through the Montana Alpine Guides.

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  Marquette Trails Festival

  Mar 2015 - now

  Race Director - Marquette Trails Festival

  The Marquette Trails Festival is a 3 day race event focusing on Mountain Biking and Trail Running. We hold both Youth and Adult events and all proceeds are donate back to the Noquemanon Trail Network. During the 3 day event we hold 10 different events. www.marquettetrailsfestival.com, https://www.facebook.com/Marquette-Trails-Festival-774093545956816/, http://www.noquetrails.org/

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  Giant Bicycles 捷安特

  Apr 2016 - now

  Independent Technology Representative

  I work for Giant Bicycles as the Field Technology Representative for the Central USA. As the Field Tech Rep, I plan, organize, and execute cycling events for Giant Bicycles throughout 19 states. The job consists of marketing the events, contacting sponsors & retailers, and reaching out to communities to bring the Giant brand to their backyard. I am also in charge of educating retailers and their employees on the brand and how to sell it. As the largest bicycle brand in the world, it is imperative that our network of retailers is well versed in what sets Giant apart from the rest. Show less