CV
I’ve had a long career in both corporate and journalism environments. Here are a few highlights.
Professional Experience
- Contributing editor and freelance photographer for multiple recreational magazines
- Three-time Certificate of Merit winner in Boating Writers International annual writing contest
- Regular contributor to magazines and online sources on a variety of topics including charter, technical and gear articles, and destination and tourism pieces
- 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 & Association Positions
- Board Member: Boating Writers International (2007-present)
- Board President: Boating Writers International – 2010 & 2011
- Chair: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Awards (IBEX & Miami Boat Show)
- Executive Director: Board of Directors of BWI
Speaking & Other Experience
- International speaker on charter, outfitting, vessel selection, and other topics
- Charter captain with Share the Sail and Adventure Voyaging
- Bi-lingual: English/Czech and familiar with French
Certifications & Licensing
- USCG 100 GT Master with sailing and towing endorsements
- STCW (Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping) international crew training
- ASA (American Sailing School Association) certification
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
- FCC General HAM license
- Certified Advanced & Rescue SCUBA Diver (NAUI & PADI)
- Instructor – American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid
Education
- Masters of Business Administration, Anderson Graduate School of Management, University of Los Angeles, California
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado