CV
I’ve had a long career in both corporate and journalism environments. Here are a few highlights.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Contributing editor and freelance photographer for multiple recreational magazines
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Three-time Certificate of Merit winner in Boating Writers International annual writing contest
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Regular contributor to magazines and online sources on a variety of topics including charter, technical and gear articles, and destination
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Extensive professional marine industry experience including marketing positions with Magellan GPS, Vessel Assist, Nautical Promotions,
iicpatain.com and BellPort Marinas -
Professional corporate experience including Sprint, AST Computers, Balboa Instruments, Sync Research and various refractive eye surgery groups
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ASSOCIATION POSITIONS
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Board Member: Boating Writers International (2007-present)
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Board President: Boating Writers International – 2010 & 2011
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Chair: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Awards (IBEX & Miami Boat Show)
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Executive Director: Board of Directors of BWI
SPEAKING AND OTHER EXPERIENCE
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International speaker on charter, outfitting, vessel selection, and other topics
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Charter captain with Share the Sail and Adventure Voyaging
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Bi-lingual: English/Czech and familiar with French
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSING
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USCG 100 GT Master with sailing and towing endorsements
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STCW (Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping) international crew training
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ASA (American Sailing School Association) certification
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FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
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FCC General HAM license
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Certified Advanced & Rescue SCUBA Diver (NAUI & PADI)
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Instructor – American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid
EDUCATION
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Masters of Business Administration, Anderson Graduate School of Management, University of Los Angeles, California
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Bachelor of Arts, University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado