Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.
- Thomas Edison
Brad's Work Experience
Course Director, Aquatic Safaris
- Wilmington, NC - 2008 to present
- Launched successful first-to-market youth programs and professional development programs
- In charge of servicing our company's largest account (2009-present)
- Coordinated and managed teams to solve complex logistical issues with limited resources
- Served state and federal agencies as customers, familiar with RFP/bid process
- Worked as boat crew, equipment technician, and retail sales staff as needed
Assistant Marine, Water Safety Coordinator,
Film & Television Production
- Various projects 2011-2014
- Various temporary roles centered around vessel and water safety for Lionsgate & Dimension Films
Captain & Course Leader, Broadreach
- Raleigh, NC & St. Martin, FWI - 2005 to 2008
- Captain of support boat for a fleet of up to twenty yachts, based in St. Martin, FWI
- Organized and executed scheduled maintenance and field repairs of on-board equipment
- Organized and executed post-season maintenance, repair, and resale of equipment
- Helped to coordinate up-fits for two major office & warehouse moves as the company expanded
First Mate, Dive Buddy Charters
- Wrightsville Beach, NC - 2004 to 2005
- Responsible for dive operations, as well as preparing, cleaning, and maintaining the vessel and equipment