Cruise West

Description

Cruise West was an independent, destination focused small-ship cruise operator based in Seattle, Washington. The line was the largest operator of U.S. flagged cruise vessels with nine currently operating. They were best known for their Alaska cruises but their reach includes destinations all around the Pacific Ocean. Founder: Chuck West Founded: 1973 Headquarters: Seattle, WA Successor: UnCruise Adventures Defunct: September 22, 2010

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Cruise West Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Errol Tim Errol Tim Greater Seattle Area Details
Errol Tim's Cruise West Experience July 2008 - September 2010
Job Administrative Assistant at Starbucks Headquarters
Industry Executive Office
Experience
KIANAS Hawaiian Jewelry and Island Crafts   October 2010 - Present
Holland America Line  April 2014 - September 2014
Holland America Line  December 2013 - April 2014
Cruise West   July 2008 - September 2010
Warwick International Hotels  May 2008 - July 2008
Holland America Line  August 1998 - May 2008
Gap Inc.  August 1989 - August 1998

Skills
Cruises, Tourism, Retail, Product Development, Account Management, Customer Service, Sales Management, Customer Relations, Promotions, Team Building, Merchandising, Negotiation, Budgeting, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Hotels, Excel, Event Management, Word, Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Inventory Management, Contract Negotiations, Hospitality, Travel Management, Contract Negotiation, Online Advertising, Business Development, Vacation, Management, Budgets

Education
Seattle Central Community College

Monica Patten Monica Patten Orem, Utah Details
Monica Patten's Cruise West Experience March 2008 - March 2010
Job Customer Service Expert
Industry Hospitality
Experience
State of Utah, Dept of Public Safety   October 2015 - Present
State of Utah  September 2014 - October 2015
Aramark  September 2013 - April 2014
ARAMARK  March 2010 - September 2013
Cruise West   March 2008 - March 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Staff Supervision, Training, Complaint Management, Job Scheduling, Office Administration, Attentiveness to Detail, Multi-tasked, Inventory Control, Supply Ordering, Records Management, Cash Handling Experience, Safety Training, Maritime, Cruises, Navigation, Seamanship, Tourism, Boat, Shiphandling, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Highly responsible, Ski Resorts, STCW

Education
Southern Utah University

Caryn Gillen, MA, CPCC Caryn Gillen, MA, CPCC Eugene, Oregon Details
Caryn Gillen, MA, CPCC's Cruise West Experience 2003 - 2003
Job KEEP Clinical Supervisor at Oregon Social Learning Center's Community Programs
Industry Professional Training & Coaching
Experience
Oregon Social Learning Center Community Programs   February 2014 - Present
Caryn Gillen   March 2010 - Present
Falling Sky Brewing   January 2012 - February 2014
Lutheran Community Services  May 2008 - October 2009
American Safari Cruises  2003 - 2004
Cruise West   2003 - 2003
Washington Athletic Club  2003 - 2003
F/V Tacoma Charters   1999 - 2002

Skills
Executive Coaching, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Workshop Facilitation, Lifestyle Coaching, Nutritional Counseling, Case Managment, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service, Stress Management, Team Building, Event Planning, Self-esteem, Volunteer Management, Leadership, Small Business, Management, Nonprofits

Education
Coaches Training Institute   2010 — 2010
Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, CPCC

Saint Martin's University   2005 — 2007
Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology

Pacific Lutheran University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Recreation, Business

Petersburg High School   1995 — 1999
High School Diploma, General Studies

Kelly Gerrity Kelly Gerrity Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Details
Kelly Gerrity's Cruise West Experience July 2004 - November 2005
Job Marketing Manager at Association for Retail Environments
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Association for Retail Environments  July 2013 - Present
The National Academies  March 2010 - May 2013
Florida Keys Keynoter   January 2006 - March 2010
Cruise West   July 2004 - November 2005

Skills
• Excellent..., • Ability to copy edit..., • Graphic design and..., • Ability to handle..., • Proficient with..., Marketing, Publications, Sales, Advertising, Publishing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Research, Books, Blogging, Press Releases, Copywriting, Social Media, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy

Education
Susquehanna University   2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Communications - Journalism/PR

Maradel Krummel Gale Maradel Krummel Gale Greater Seattle Area Details
Maradel Krummel Gale's Cruise West Experience 2007 - 2009
Job Coordinator of Bainbridge Beach Naturalists
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Bainbridge Beach Naturalists   June 2010 - Present
City of Bainbridge Island  2009 - Present
Sustainable Bainbridge   2006 - Present
University of Oregon  2001 - Present
Bainbridge Island Historical Museum   2004 - 2010
Cruise West   2007 - 2009
University of Oregon Micronesia and South Pacific Program   1985 - 2001
University of Oregon  1974 - 2001

Skills
Grant Writing, Community Development, Program Management, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Economic Development, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Local Government, Environmental Awareness, Program Development, Project Planning, Grants, Government, Urban Planning, Teaching, Sustainability, Land Use, Community Engagement

Education
University of Oregon School of Law   1971 — 1974
J.D., Law

Michigan State University   1964 — 1967
M.A., College Personnel & Guidance

Washington State University   1957 — 1961
B.A., Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Daniel Powell Daniel Powell New Haven, Connecticut Details
Daniel Powell's Cruise West Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Customerfocused Strategist | Entrepreneurial Consultant | Curious Analyst
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Yale University  2012 - Present
Cruise West   2009 - 2010
Update Lane, inc   2005 - 2009
Booz Allen Hamilton  2004 - 2005
Peace Corps  2002 - 2004
GTE Internetworking  1999 - 2001
Booz Allen Hamilton  1997 - 1999

Education
Babson College - Franklin W. Olin Graduate School of Business   2011 — 2013
MBA, Entrepreneurship

Seattle University   2011 — 2011

Missouri State University
BS, Planning

Brewster Academy

Ann Marie Gill Ann Marie Gill Greater Seattle Area Details
Ann Marie Gill's Cruise West Experience 1997 - 2001
Job Web Designer for Small to Medium Businesses
Industry Design
Experience
Cascade Valley Designs   2001 - Present
Travel Marketing Resources   June 2010 - Present
Dot2Dot   March 2009 - Present
Schnitzer West  June 2006 - May 2009
American Safari Cruises  2001 - 2006
Cruise West   1997 - 2001

Skills
Web Design, Small Business, Online Marketing, E-commerce, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Customer Service, Marketing, Website Development, WordPress, Advertising, New Media, Web Marketing, SEO, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Facebook

Education
Kaplan University   2003 — 2004
Certificate, Internet Marketing

University of San Diego   1992 — 1995
BA, Psychology

Grace Winer Grace Winer Seattle, Washington Details
Grace Winer's Cruise West Experience 2005 - 2009
Job President at Northwest Geological Society
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Northwest Geological Society   January 2015 - Present
Lindblad Expeditions  2011 - Present
Silversea Cruises  August 2014 - September 2014
Orion Expedition Cruises   2011 - 2012
South Seattle College  March 2009 - June 2011
Cruise West   2005 - 2009
Montana State University Bozeman  2001 - 2006

Skills
Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Awareness, Naturalist

Education
Montana State University-Bozeman   1997 — 2001
MSc, Geology/volcanology

Montana State University-Bozeman   1990 — 2001
BSc, Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Alexa Page Alexa Page Greater Seattle Area Details
Alexa Page's Cruise West Experience April 2002 - June 2005
Job Program Director at You Matter CauseMetics
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
You Matter Cause-Metics   March 2009 - Present
You Matter Causes Inc.   February 2009 - Present
Nordstrom  July 2006 - December 2009
Cruise West   April 2002 - June 2005

Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Customer Service, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Advertising, Facebook, Blogging, Entrepreneurship, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Public Speaking, Online Marketing, Marketing

Education
University of Phoenix   2013 — 2016
Non-Profit Project Management

Tacoma Community College

Christopher Dinottia Christopher Dinottia Greater Seattle Area Details
Christopher Dinottia's Cruise West Experience March 1999 - September 2010
Job Architectural Photographer at Chris DiNottia, Architectural Photographer
Industry Photography
Experience
Chris DiNottia, Architectural Photographer   July 2013 - Present
Chris DiNottia Graphic Design   January 2011 - Present
Seattle Maritime Academy   September 2012 - June 2013
Cruise West   March 1999 - September 2010

Skills
Architectural..., Digital Photography, Interior Architecture, Photoshop, Landscape Photography, Photography, Graphic Design, Navigation

Education
Art Institute of Seattle   1989 — 1992
Design and Visual Communications, General

Deane Motis Deane Motis Greater Seattle Area Details
Deane Motis's Cruise West Experience 1991 - 2000
Job Business Development Manager at Hurtigruten
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Hurtigruten  July 2014 - Present
Hurtigruten  January 2014 - Present
Hurtigruten/Global Voyages Group   April 2011 - Present
Rails North-West   March 2002 - May 2013
Holland America Line  2001 - 2006
Cruise West   1991 - 2000
Exploration Cruise Lines   1988 - 1991

Skills
Travel Management, Tour Operators, Hospitality, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Leisure Travel, Hospitality Industry, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Event Planning, New Business Development, Maritime, Public Speaking, Business Travel, Tour Management, Online Travel, Incentive Travel, Marketing, Operations Management, Online Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Market Planning, Leadership, Trade Shows, Leisure, Negotiation, Incentives, E-commerce, Hotel Management, Direct Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Travel Writing, Adventure Travel, Customer Service, Business Development, Training, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Management, Travel Planning, Destination Marketing

Education
University of Colorado at Boulder - Leeds School of Business   1971 — 1973
BS, Transportation Management

Colorado State University   1969 — 1971

Darren Pilon Darren Pilon Greater Seattle Area Details
Darren Pilon's Cruise West Experience February 1998 - October 2000
Job Leisure, Travel & Tourism Professional
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Xerox Business Services  December 2012 - Present
Currently Unemployed  July 2011 - December 2012
Cruises and Tours   October 2000 - July 2011
Cruise West   February 1998 - October 2000
Mutual Travel   May 1992 - February 1998
Leisure Time Resorts   July 1990 - April 1992
Peoples Bank  July 1987 - July 1990
Peoples Bank  July 1985 - July 1987

Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Project Planning, Team Building, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Digital Photography, Social Media, Maritime

Education
Bellevue High School   1977 — 1979
High School Diploma

ABC Technical Institute
Associates Degree, Electronics

Central Washington University

Dede Butler Dede Butler Greater Denver Area Details
Dede Butler's Cruise West Experience September 2006 - November 2006
Job Marketing Coordinator at Maptek
Industry Mining & Metals
Experience
Maptek  July 2012 - Present
City of Lakewood  October 2010 - Present
Boyer's Coffee Co Inc   2007 - 2008
Cruise West   September 2006 - November 2006

Skills
Marketing, Salesforce.com, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Training, Market Research, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Leadership, Data Analysis, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Event Planning, Management, Social Media

Education
Texas Tech University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), General Business

Texas Tech University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing

Corepower Yoga Training   2011 — 2011
Teacher Training Certificate

Wilder Nutting-Heath Wilder Nutting-Heath Seattle, Washington Details
Wilder Nutting-Heath's Cruise West Experience March 2008 - September 2010
Job Marriage and Family Therapist
Industry Mental Health Care
Experience
Atlantic Street Center  May 2015 - Present
Arizona Children's Association  October 2014 - April 2015
Apple Consulting LLC   May 2014 - September 2014
Envision Counseling, LLC   April 2014 - September 2014
Youth Eastside Services  November 2012 - April 2014
Multiple Theaters   February 2009 - May 2013
Ryther Child Center  September 2011 - June 2012
Cruise West   March 2008 - September 2010
REI  October 2007 - March 2008
Boys and Girls Clubs of America  June 2003 - June 2006

Skills
Mental Health, Counseling, Theatre, Adolescents, Drama, Non-profits, Teaching, Stage, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Creative Writing, Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Performing Arts, Psychology, Dramaturgy, Counseling Psychology, Group Therapy, Acting, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits

Education
Antioch University Seattle   2010 — 2014
Master's Degree, Drama Therapy, Couples and Family Therapy

University of Puget Sound   2002 — 2006
Theatre Arts, English

Laura Mackin Laura Mackin Greater Seattle Area Details
Laura Mackin's Cruise West Experience April 2008 - September 2008
Job Marketing & Event Consultant at Greenvelope.com
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Greenvelope, LLC   September 2014 - Present
Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria  January 2014 - August 2014
Schwartz Brothers Restaurants  December 2010 - May 2013
Red Robin  January 2007 - December 2010
Act 3 Catering   December 2009 - August 2010
Cruise West   April 2008 - September 2008

Skills
Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Micros, Hotels, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Event Planning, Event Management, Corporate Events, Banquets, Budgets, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Fine Dining, Food Service, Hospitality Industry, Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Social Media, Sales, Training, Catering, MICROS, Time Management

Education
South Seattle College   2011 — 2013
In the process of earning my Bachelor of Applied Science in Hospitality Management degree, Hospitality Mangement

Edmonds Community College   2007 — 2010
ATA in Hospitality and Tourism, Hospitality and Tourism

Santa Barbara City College   2006 — 2007
General Studies, Hospitality

Cascadia Community College

Carol Parsons Carol Parsons Charlotte, North Carolina Area Details
Carol Parsons's Cruise West Experience October 2001 - September 2010
Job Sales & Marketing Professional in the Travel Industry
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Virtual Sales   January 2007 - Present
CANADA a la Carte   March 2008 - Present
Blount Small Ship Adventures  March 2010 - Present
Paul Gauguin Cruises  March 2010 - Present
Australis Cape Horn and Patagonia   August 2014 - December 2014
Voyages to Antiquity  August 2013 - April 2014
G Adventures  December 2010 - March 2013
Cruise West   October 2001 - September 2010
Cruise West   December 2008 - December 2009
TCS Private Jet Expeditions   November 2008 - January 2009

Skills
Authoring Certification..., Tourism, Email Marketing, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Presenting, Public Speaking, Sales Coaching, Training, Coaching, Hospitality, Travel, Travel Management, Leisure Travel, Marketing, Cruises, Sales, Customer Service, Sustainable Tourism, Online Advertising, Business Coaching, Event Management, Vacation, Selling, Tour Operators

Education
State University of New York College at Oswego   1977 — 1981
BA, Broadcasting/English

SUNY Oswego
Communications and Language

Jessie Blumer Jessie Blumer Seattle, Washington Details
Jessie Blumer's Cruise West Experience July 2010 - September 2010
Job Catering Supervisor, Seattle Aquarium
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Sodexo Corporate Services  September 2011 - Present
Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants  September 2011 - May 2013
Wolfgang Puck Catering  October 2011 - July 2012
The Harbor Club  May 2011 - October 2011
Ruth's Chris Steak House  October 2010 - September 2011
Cruise West   July 2010 - September 2010
Arizona State University  February 2010 - May 2010
Gainey Ranch Private Golf Club   December 2008 - August 2009
Firerock Private Golf Country Club   August 2006 - August 2008

Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Photoshop, Illustrator, ABC Event Manager 5.2, Delphi, Reserve, Caterease, OpenTable, Aloha, Club Connect POS, Squirrel, Micros, Event Management, Hotels, Fine Dining, Event Planning, Hospitality, Catering, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurants, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Administration, Menu Development, MICROS

Education
Arizona State University
Business, Tourism

Janine Gibbons Janine Gibbons Durango, Colorado Details
Janine Gibbons's Cruise West Experience 1998 - 2000
Job Creative Director and Owner at Janine Gibbons Designs
Industry Design
Experience
Janine Gibbons Designs   2002 - Present
Ketchikan Dry Goods   August 2007 - October 2010
Ketchikan Gateway Borough  2008 - 2010
California State University, Channel Islands  2002 - 2002
American Safari Cruises  2001 - 2001
Cruise West   1998 - 2000

Skills
Sculpture, Woodworking, Painting, Contemporary Art, Management, Politics, Public Speaking, Visual Merchandising, Philosophy, Art, Interior Design, Fine Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design

Education
Fort Lewis College   2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fine/Studio Arts, General, Summa Cum Laude, 3.9

Minneapolis Community and Technical College   2003 — 2003
Metal and Jewelry Arts

Lane Community College   2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, General Studies

Art Institute of Seattle   1996 — 1998
Associate's degree, Tourism and Travel Services Management

Tristan Haas, CHA, MBA Tristan Haas, CHA, MBA Columbus, Ohio Area Details
Tristan Haas, CHA, MBA's Cruise West Experience March 2007 - May 2009
Job General Manager at The Kenyon Inn
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Kenyon Inn   May 2009 - Present
Cruise West   March 2007 - May 2009
Hyatt  January 2006 - March 2007

Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Forecasting, Sales, Management, File Management, Process Scheduler, Accounting, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Micros, Wine, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Resorts

Education
Otterbein University   2009 — 2011
MBA, Business Administration

The Culinary Institute of America   2002 — 2005
BPS, Hospitality Management

The Culinary Institute of America   2002 — 2004
AOS degree, Baking and Pastry Arts

Alvernia College   2001 — 2002
General Studies

Thomas Burnham Thomas Burnham Metropolis, Illinois Details
Thomas Burnham's Cruise West Experience May 2006 - September 2010
Job Server at Olive Garden
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Olive Garden  July 2013 - Present
American Queen Steamboat Company / HMS Global   February 2013 - May 2013
Alaskan Dream Cruises   August 2011 - February 2013
Cruise West   May 2006 - September 2010
Majestic America Line  July 2004 - December 2005
Delta Queen Steamboat Company  September 1991 - August 1994

Skills
Attention To Detail, Budgeting, Delegation, Cruises, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Inventory Management, Excel, Employee Relations, Accounting, Word, Tourism, PowerPoint, Hotels, Maritime, Hospitality, Budgets, Hotel Management, Hospitality Industry, Management, Hospitality Management, Training, Microsoft Excel

Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale   1986 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration and Management, General

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale   1986 — 1990
Bachelors, Business

Donald Leadbetter Donald Leadbetter Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Donald Leadbetter's Cruise West Experience January 2006 - December 2007
Job Centennial Partnership Coordinator at National Park Service
Industry International Affairs
Experience
National Park Service  May 2014 - Present
National Park Service  June 2011 - May 2014
World Learning  January 2011 - May 2011
George Washington University  August 2009 - December 2010
Potomac Riverboat Company  May 2009 - October 2009
Cruise West   January 2006 - December 2007
Clipper Cruise Line  October 2004 - December 2005
Suntrek Tours   April 2004 - September 2004
Clipper Cruise Line  March 2002 - March 2004

Education
The George Washington University - School of Business   2009 — 2010
Master in Tourism Administration, International Exchange, Public Diplomacy

The University of Memphis   1997 — 2001
B.B.A., International Business

Nikki Hix Milonas Nikki Hix Milonas Greater Seattle Area Details
Nikki Hix Milonas's Cruise West Experience March 1993 - November 1995
Job HSQE Specialist, Kirby Offshore Marine
Industry Maritime
Experience
Kirby Offshore Marine (formerly K-Sea Transportation)   October 2011 - Present
K-Sea Transportation, Inc. (purchased by Kirby Offshorr Marine)   May 2008 - October 2011
University of WA   September 1998 - May 2008
Glacier Bay Cruiseline  June 2004 - September 2004
Clipper Navigation  May 1998 - September 1998
Seabulk Offshore   September 1997 - May 1998
Boyer Towing   April 1997 - August 1997
Linblad Expeditions   January 1996 - July 1996
Cruise West   March 1993 - November 1995

Skills
Safety Management, Internal Audit, Transportation..., Transportation, Ports, Auditing, Policy, Maritime, Maritime Operations, Navigation, ISM, Maritime Security, Ships, Marine Engineering, Inspection, Logistics, International Shipping, Training, Safety Management..., Boat, GMDSS, Sailing, Shipping, Shiphandling, Seamanship, Marine Operations

Education
University of Rhode Island   2000 — 2002
Master's, Marine Affairs

Maine Maritime Academy   2000 — 2000
Marine Transportation

Oregon State University   1992 — 1994
B.S., Business Management

Southern Oregon University   1990 — 1992
Transfer Credits

Rogue Community College   1988 — 1992
Transfer Credits

Excel Workshop

Heather Rowan Heather Rowan Seattle, Washington Details
Heather Rowan's Cruise West Experience May 1995 - September 1995
Job Reading Specialist / Tutor at Seattle Public Schools
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Bright Horizons  November 2011 - Present
Seattle Public Schools  September 2008 - Present
Seattle Children's  June 2011 - November 2011
The Andover School   August 2009 - June 2011
Service Alternatives, Inc.   January 1996 - December 1999
Continental Airlines  August 1987 - December 1995
Cruise West   May 1995 - September 1995

Skills
Teaching, Staff Development, Program Development, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Tutoring, Curriculum Development, Classroom, Lesson Planning

Education
Fort Lewis College   1983 — 1986
Sociology

Pete Shockley Pete Shockley Portland, Oregon Details
Pete Shockley's Cruise West Experience March 2007 - January 2008
Job Second Mate (Navigation Officer, Safety Officer, Pirate....) at Allen Marine
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Alaskan Dream Cruises   May 2013 - Present
Travel Dynamics International  April 2012 - May 2013
Holland America & Seabourn Cruise Lines   April 2011 - April 2012
Mt. Baker Ski Area  November 2010 - April 2011
Alta, Queenstown New Zealand   May 2010 - August 2010
Teton Gravity Research  June 2010 - July 2010
ChemPoint  April 2008 - September 2009
Cruise West   March 2007 - January 2008
Music in the Mountains  January 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Account Management, Budgets, CRM, Cruises, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Event Management, Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Logistics, Management, Maritime, Maritime Operations, Marketing, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, New Business Development, Negotiation, PowerPoint, Project Management, Public Speaking, Sailing, Resorts, Salesforce.com, Sales Management, Sales, Team Building, Team Leadership, Training, Social Media, Product Management

Education
Fort Lewis College   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Business

DENNIS FRIEND DENNIS FRIEND San Diego, California Details
DENNIS FRIEND's Cruise West Experience June 2004 - January 2007
Job 1st Engineer (On call Relief) on R/V Kilo Moana at University of Hawaii Marine Center
Industry Maritime
Experience
University of Hawaii Marine Center   April 2014 - Present
MAR Range Services   November 2013 - Present
Crowley Maritime  January 2012 - September 2012
Camber Corporation  February 2008 - May 2010
Majestic America Line  January 2007 - February 2008
Cruise West   June 2004 - January 2007
C-MAR America Inc  November 2003 - May 2004

Skills
Maritime Operations, Marine Engineering, Maritime, ISM, Inspection, Diesel, Boilers, Commissioning, Maintenance Management, Ships, Propulsion, Engineering, Yachting, Marine Operations, Steam, Ports, Electricians, Hydraulics, Maritime Safety, Boat, Firefighting, Pressure Vessels, Troubleshooting, Generators, Safety Management..., Preventive Maintenance, Diesel Engine, Gas Turbines, Power Plants, Pumps, Vessels, Maritime Security, STCW, Shipbuilding, Maintenance & Repair, Power Generation, Naval Architecture, Navigation, Turbines, Navy, Steam Turbines, Shipping, Factory, Diesel Generators, Shipyards, Sailing, Diving, International Shipping, Offshore Drilling, Vessel Operations

Education
California Maritime Academy   1965 — 1968
BS MARINE ENGINEERING

California Maritime Academy
BS, Marine Engineering

Barb Meyer Barb Meyer Greater Denver Area Details
Barb Meyer's Cruise West Experience February 2007 - November 2007
Job EDI Specialist & Freelance Graphic Designer
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Restaurant Solutions, Inc.   September 2013 - Present
Colorado, USA   2008 - Present
Restaurant Solutions, Inc.   May 2012 - August 2013
Restaurant Solutions, Inc.   April 2011 - April 2012
Restaurant Solutions, Inc.   February 2009 - March 2011
Restaurant Solutions, Inc.   February 2008 - January 2009
TGI Fridays  March 2000 - September 2008
Cruise West   February 2007 - November 2007
Delta Gamma Sorority  September 2001 - August 2003
Indiana State University  2002 - 2003

Skills
Customer Service, Restaurants, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, EDI, Vendor Relationships, Environmental Awareness, Organization, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Animal Work, Electronic Data..., Typography, Marketing, Social Media, POS, Advertising, Restaurant Management, River Cruises, Travel Arrangements, Photoshop, Illustrator, Art History, Visual Arts, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Environmental Issues, Facebook, Social Networking

Education
Indiana State University   1999 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Graphic Design

Indiana State University   1999 — 2003
Minor, Art History

Amber Shull Amber Shull Clackamas, Oregon Details
Amber Shull's Cruise West Experience June 2008 - October 2009
Job Attended Portland State University School of Business
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Mary Kay Inc.  August 2013 - Present
Mocha Express   July 2010 - Present
Cruise West   June 2008 - October 2009
Alaska Trading Company   2005 - 2007

Skills
Works well in a team, Strategic Planning, Ethical Decision Making, Stakeholder Analysis, Microsoft Office, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Oriented, Strategic Thinking, Leadership, Human Resources, Hands-on Training

Education
Portland State University - School of Business   2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management & Leadership, Human Resource Management

Portland Community College   2007 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies

Chad Coffey Chad Coffey Chicago, Illinois Details
Chad Coffey's Cruise West Experience May 2003 - September 2004
Job Food & Beverage Client Account Manager at CPS, Care Purchasing Services
Industry Hospitality
Experience
CPS, Care Purchasing Services  March 2015 - Present
Corporate Concierge Services  December 2011 - March 2015
Omni Chicago Hotel  June 2008 - December 2011
Omni Chicago Hotel  November 2004 - June 2008
Cruise West   May 2003 - September 2004
Disney Vacation Club  January 2000 - May 2003

Skills
Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Guest Service, Hotels, Hospitality, Tourism, Guest Satisfaction, Hospitality Management, Bartending, Payroll Processing, Employee Scheduling, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Budget Monitoring, Cruise Lines, Customer Service, Meeting Planning, Concierge Services, Front Office, Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality Industry, Time Management, Catering, Hotel Management, Micros, Rooms Division, MICROS

Education
Illinois State University   1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Lexington High School   1991 — 1995
Class of 1995

Renee Van Drent Renee Van Drent Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Renee Van Drent's Cruise West Experience 2000 - 2002
Job Custom Journey Planner ❖ Tour Operations ❖ Tour Guide ❖ Small Business Owner
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Cox & Kings, The Americas   May 2015 - Present
Travcoa  June 2014 - Present
Itinerest   March 2013 - Present
VanMarvel LLC   May 2010 - Present
Rick Steves' Europe  2006 - 2012
MIR Corporation  2002 - 2006
Cruise West   2000 - 2002
Peace Corps  1998 - 2000
AutoLife Advertising Inc.   1994 - 1998
Unidata Services  1992 - 1994

Skills
MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, Visio, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Sabre, CRM software, Copywriting, Advertising, Microsoft Office, CRM, Marketing

Education
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Bachelor of Science, Marketing

Barbra Villona, MD, MPH&TM, DTMH, FACEP Barbra Villona, MD, MPH&TM, DTMH, FACEP Anchorage, Alaska Details
Barbra Villona, MD, MPH&TM, DTMH, FACEP's Cruise West Experience February 2010 - March 2010
Job International Emergency Medicine
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
Self-employed  Expedition PhysicianQuark ExpeditionsJune 2012 - Present
Providence Alaska Medical Center  April 2010 - Present
Partners In Health  March 2015 - April 2015
Providence Health & Services  June 2013 - December 2013
Columbia University  October 2011 - June 2012
Medical Teams International  August 2011 - August 2011
Cruise West   February 2010 - March 2010
Medical Teams International  December 2008 - December 2008
Hamad Medical Corporation  October 2006 - December 2008
Medical Teams International  November 2007 - November 2007

Skills
Healthcare, Hospitals, Public Speaking, Healthcare Management, Medicine, Treatment, Pediatrics, Tropical Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Room, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Medical, Emergency Services, Teacher Training, Health Education, Medical Education, Cross-cultural, Cross-cultural Teams, Cross-training, Training, Adventure Travel, Cruiseship Medicine, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Disaster Response, Disaster Medicine, International Medicine, Airway Management, EMR, Epic Systems, Public Health, PALS, ACLS, Patient Safety, Acute Care, Critical Care Medicine, ATLS

Education
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia   2009 — 2009
Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygeine

James Cook University   2004 — 2006
Master of Public Health (MPH), Tropical Medicine

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine   1991 — 1995
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Medicine

Penn State University   1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Sue Rooney Sue Rooney Greater Seattle Area Details
Sue Rooney's Cruise West Experience February 1988 - December 1998
Job Director of Product Development
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Un-Cruise Adventures  October 2011 - Present
Friends of the Cedar River Watershed  2006 - October 2011
American Safari Cruises  2000 - 2006
Cruise West   February 1988 - December 1998

Skills
Process Consulting, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Non-profit..., Grant Writing, Grant Administration, Staff Development, Staff Management, Focus Groups, Operations Management, Management, Training, Program Management, Nonprofits, Program Development, Project Management, Public Speaking, Marketing, Policy, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Budgets, Fundraising, Editing, Community Outreach, Sustainability, Government

Education
Washington State University   2006 — 2008
Certificate, Watershed Steward

University of Washington   2005 — 2006
Certificate, Editing

Seattle University   1994 — 1995
Pastoral Theology

Colorado State University   1983 — 1987
BS, Business, Recreation Resource Management

Thomas Jefferson High School

Jessica Smith Jessica Smith Spokane, Washington Area Details
Jessica Smith's Cruise West Experience April 2003 - February 2005
Job Senior Sales Executive at LikeMedia
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Like-Media   August 2011 - Present
Club Med  December 2006 - December 2007
Cruise West   April 2003 - February 2005

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Problem Solving, Brand Development, Branding, Advertising Sales, Advertising, Online Advertising, Print, Social Networking, Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Team Building, Management, New Business Development

Education
Lewis and Clark College   2001 — 2004
Associate's Degree, Communication and Media Studies

Lewis-Clark State College
Journalism, Journalism

Lisa Welfare Lisa Welfare Baltimore, Maryland Area Details
Lisa Welfare's Cruise West Experience September 1998 - December 2001
Job Baltimore, MD
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Greater Baltimore Medical Center  July 2015 - Present
Harley-Davidson Motor Company  December 2013 - June 2014
Ruegsegger Farms   May 2011 - June 2014
Penzeys Spices  July 2011 - February 2013
Raytheon Polar Services  October 2002 - October 2010
Cruise West   September 1998 - December 2001
Glacier Bay Tours   April 1997 - September 1998
Barnes & Noble Bookstore  March 1992 - May 1995
Manhattan Toy Company   March 1990 - March 1992
Padelford Packet Boat Company   April 1988 - March 1990

Skills
Customer Service, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Team Leadership, Recruiting, Leadership, Management, Government, Budgets, Training, Marketing, Retail, Project Planning, Operations Management, Process Scheduler, Sales, Employee Training, Analysis, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Hospitality, Inventory Management, Supervisory Skills, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Software Documentation, Outlook, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Word, Team Building, Purchasing, PowerPoint, Project Management, Hiring, Microsoft Excel, Program Management

Education
Macalester College   1981 — 1985
BA, English, History

Jefferson High School, Alexandria, MN
General

Debren Ferris Debren Ferris Eugene, Oregon Area Details
Debren Ferris's Cruise West Experience 1990 - 2008
Job California Operations Manager at American Discovery
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
American Discovery  November 2013 - Present
CSTA (Computer Science Teachers Association)   January 2013 - October 2013
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)   September 2003 - December 2012
Cruise West   1990 - 2008
Museum of Flight  1997 - 2001

Skills
Foreign Exchange, Travel Planning, Travel, Technology Integration, E-Learning, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Teaching, Distance Learning, Instructional Technology, Staff Development, Event Management, Teacher Training, Blended Learning, Adult Education, K-12, Training, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Classroom, Web 2.0, Public Speaking, Grant Writing

Education
University of Oregon   1986 — 1988

State University of New York College at Buffalo

Ashley Wangler Ashley Wangler Portland, Oregon Area Details
Ashley Wangler's Cruise West Experience May 2008 - June 2008
Job Event Marketing Manager at Janrain, Inc.
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Janrain, Inc.   November 2014 - Present
Acumed  May 2009 - October 2014
Classic Reunions, Inc.   June 2007 - August 2013
Cruise West   May 2008 - June 2008
WiMAX Forum  January 2007 - June 2007

Skills
Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Market Research, Online Advertising, Advertising, Project Planning, Product Marketing, Tourism, Sales, Training, Trade Shows, Team Leadership, Social Media, PowerPoint, Management, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Strategy, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Cross-functional Team..., Time Management, Business Strategy, Facebook, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Analysis, Outlook, Fundraising, Leadership, Trade Show Exhibitor, Trade Show..., Teamwork, Team-oriented, Team Building, Event Photography, Events Organisation, Trade Show Strategy, Coordinating Events, Event Producing, Dependable Team Player, Team Management, Trade Show Presentations, Events

Education
Gonzaga University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Marketing and Finance

Gonzaga University - School of Business Administration   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration, Concentration in Marketing and Finance

CoreyR Jackson CaliCore3 CoreyR Jackson CaliCore3 San Diego, California Details
CoreyR Jackson CaliCore3's Cruise West Experience June 1999 - December 1999
Job { Actively Seeking Sustaining & Fulfilling Holiday Employment } Please Contact Me Today @ CaliCore3 @ Gmail
Industry Education Management
Experience
Poway Unified School District  February 2014 - Present
CoreyRJackson   January 1976 - Present
Trader Joe's  November 2006 - July 2013
State of California  March 2007 - November 2007
County of San Diego  September 2005 - September 2006
Converse International School of Languages  September 1999 - August 2004
Cruise West   June 1999 - December 1999

Skills
Sustainability, Cleantech, Green, Social Media Marketing, Networking, Mobile Applications, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Financial Risk, Google Adwords, Internet, Journalism, Kaizen, Leadership, New Business Development, Organization, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Tourism, User Experience, Creative Writing, Yoga, Zen, Surfing, Teamwork, Online Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Blogging, Marketing, Facebook, Mobile Devices, Email Marketing, Advertising, Online Advertising, Event Planning, Newsletters, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Research, Public Speaking

Education
San Diego State University-California State University   1994 — 1999
Bachelor's of Science, Recreation Systems Management

Arroyo Grande High   1990 — 1994
College Prep, Communication and Media Studies

Susan Givens Susan Givens Greater Seattle Area Details
Susan Givens's Cruise West Experience June 2004 - September 2007
Job Owner, Dabbawalla Bags
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
Dabbawalla Bags   June 2007 - Present
Cruise West   June 2004 - September 2007
TCS Expeditions  1997 - 2002
American Museum of Natural History  March 1992 - 1997

Skills
Cruises, E-commerce, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Tourism, Email Marketing, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Travel Management, Strategic Partnerships, Budgets, Management, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing

Education
Radcliffe College Graduate Program in Business Management   1990 — 1992
Certificate, Business Management

Southern Connecticut State University   1979 — 1983
B.S, Journalism

Kyle B Kyle B Greater Milwaukee Area Details
Kyle B's Cruise West Experience April 2008 - October 2009
Job Front Office Manager/AGM
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
The Colony Golf & Country Club   February 2014 - April 2015
Candlewood Suites® Hotels  January 2013 - December 2014
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  September 2008 - December 2014
Clarion Hotel  January 2012 - August 2012
Country Inns & Suites By Carlson  November 2010 - November 2011
Ramada Inn  April 2008 - October 2009
Cruise West   April 2008 - October 2009
Norwegian Cruise Line  September 2006 - March 2007
Aramark  June 2005 - October 2005

Skills
Management, Hotels, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Restaurants, Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Event Management, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Catering, Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Rooms Division, Micros, Guest Service Management, Banquets, Pre-opening, Hotel Booking, Sales, Human Resources, Photography, Leisure Travel, IHG, Brillant, Property Management..., Corporate Events, MICROS

Education
Gateway Technical College   2010 — 2012
Hotel & Tourism Management Certificate, Hotel & Tourism Management Certificate

Veronica Stradley Veronica Stradley Greater Seattle Area Details
Veronica Stradley's Cruise West Experience April 2007 - September 2010
Job Fulfillment Analyst at Egencia
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Egencia  May 2012 - Present
Expedia  November 2010 - May 2012
Cruise West   April 2007 - September 2010
USA Gateway Travel (GTT)   April 2000 - December 2006

Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Management, Online Travel, Process Improvement, Revenue Analysis

Education
University of Phoenix   2008 — 2010
BSB, Management

North Seattle College   2004 — 2006
AA, General

Deborah Purce Deborah Purce Greater Denver Area Details
Deborah Purce's Cruise West Experience August 2006 - September 2008
Job Education Coordinator at Environmental Learning for Kids
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Environmental Learning for Kids  February 2012 - Present
Institute for International Education (IIE)   August 2008 - Present
Colorado Parks and Wildlife  2011 - 2012
WA State Department of Ecology  September 2008 - September 2010
Fulbright Chile   September 2007 - September 2008
Cruise West   August 2006 - September 2008
Western Washington University  September 2004 - August 2006
Western Washington University / Mt. Baker Middle School   September 2004 - June 2005
The School for Field Studies, Mexico   September 2003 - August 2004
The School for Field Studies, Mexico   September 2002 - August 2003

Skills
Research, GIS, Ecology, Science, Life Sciences, written Spanish, Spanish, Science Education, Naturalist/Interpretatio..., Community Outreach, Lifesciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Awareness, Water Quality, Public Speaking, Biology, Sustainability, Conservation Issues, Field Work, Marine Biology, Environmental Education, Grant Writing

Education
Western Washington University   2004 — 2006
MSc., Marine Biology

Lewis and Clark College   1997 — 2001
BA, Biology, Latin American Studies, Spanish

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso   2000 — 2000
Spanish Language, Chilean History, Geography & Culture

Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra   1999 — 1999
Spanish Language, Dominican History, Geography & Culture

Jean Marcey Jean Marcey Anchorage, Alaska Area Details
Jean Marcey's Cruise West Experience March 2010 - September 2010
Job Owner, Wilderness Wellness
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Wilderness Wellness   July 2010 - Present
The Alaska Club  February 2005 - Present
Cruise West   March 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Wellness Coaching, Program Planning, Teaching, Event Planning, Wellness, Plannning, Fundraising, Personal Training, Social Networking, Coaching, Leadership, Training, Nutrition, Lifestyle Coaching, Fitness Training, Fitness, Team Building, Public Speaking

Education
Oregon State University
EdD, Education

Palmer High School

Benjamin Fishbein Benjamin Fishbein Towson, Maryland Details
Benjamin Fishbein's Cruise West Experience May 2010 - July 2010
Job at
Industry Maritime
Experience
The Vane Brothers Company  February 2013 - Present
American Marine Corporation  July 2012 - February 2013
Stevens Towing Company   April 2012 - July 2012
Edison Chouest   May 2011 - July 2011
Cruise West   May 2010 - July 2010
Maine Maritime Academy  May 2009 - July 2009
AMC White Marsh Theater   September 2007 - January 2008
Baltimore County Sailing Center   June 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Marline spike seamanship, Maritime, Sailing, Marine Engineering, Maritime Operations, Navigation, Ports, Shipping

Education
Maine Maritime Academy
Bachelors of Science, Vessel Operations and Technology

Towson University
Business Administration and Management, General

Benjamin Eye Benjamin Eye San Francisco Bay Area Details
Benjamin Eye's Cruise West Experience March 2003 - August 2003
Job Senior Marketing Communications Manager at Salesforce
Industry Airlines/Aviation
Experience
Salesforce  May 2015 - Present
Virgin America  November 2006 - May 2015
Independence Air  August 2003 - January 2006
Cruise West   March 2003 - August 2003
YMCA of Metropolitan Washington  January 1998 - August 2000
Washington National Opera  September 1997 - August 2000
Washington National Cathedral  August 1996 - July 2000

Skills
Event Management, Internal Communications, Training, Airlines, Marketing, Flights, Management, Commercial Aviation, Aviation, Event Planning, Social Media, Corporate Events, Airports, Salesforce.com, Marketing Communications, Travel Management, Photography, Tourism, Start-ups, Loyalty Programs, Civil Aviation, Employee Engagement, Corporate Communications, Video Production, Strategic Communications, Event Photography, Visio, Employee Recognition, Hospitality Management, Startup Development, Organizational Culture, Organizational..., Guest Service Management, Photojournalism, Culture Change

Education
University of Miami   2000 — 2002
Vocal Performance

University of Maryland College Park   1997 — 1998
Music

Columbia Union College   1994 — 1997
Music

Rondi Vest Rondi Vest Pueblo, Colorado Details
Rondi Vest's Cruise West Experience 2001 - 2003
Job President
Industry Real Estate
Experience
PF Enterprises   September 2008 - Present
Cruise West   2001 - 2003
Delta Queen Steamboat Company  1997 - 2001

Skills
Contract Negotiation, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Real Estate Development, Property Management, Residential Homes, Real Estate Transactions, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Short Sales, Sellers, Single Family Homes, Condos, Hotels, Investors, Budgets, Customer Service, Event Management, Management, Team Building

Education
Kent State University
Business Administration and Management, General

Kent State University
Business Administration and Management, General

Jennifer Chia-Ittner Jennifer Chia-Ittner Bellevue, Washington Details
Jennifer Chia-Ittner's Cruise West Experience April 2001 - July 2002
Job Personal Marketing Assistant at a financial services agency
Industry Financial Services
Experience
A financial services agency   September 2012 - Present
Bellevue Schools Foundation   September 2011 - May 2012
Cruise West   April 2001 - July 2002
R&D CRUISES and TOURS   January 2000 - March 2001
Engineering Information Inc   1997 - 1998
InfoTech Services Inc.   1996 - 1997
Info Access & Distribution Pte Ltd   1994 - 1996

Skills
Asia Pacific Sales and..., Multilingual, Asia Pacific Market..., Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Mandarin, Cantonese, Research, Customer Service, Account Management, New Business Development, Translation, Interpretation, Sales, Project Planning, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Training, Management

Education
Art Institute of Seattle   1998 — 2000
Associate, Management in Travel and Tourism

Ngee Ann Polytechnic   1989 — 1991
Diploma, Business Studies

Dunman High School   1985 — 1988
GCE 'O' Level

Shannon Labrecque Shannon Labrecque Chattanooga, Tennessee Area Details
Shannon Labrecque's Cruise West Experience April 2007 - July 2007
Job Food & Beverages Professional
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Focus Healthcare of Tennessee  March 2012 - Present
Hard rock  2008 - January 2009
Cruise West   April 2007 - July 2007
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC  January 2006 - April 2006
The oaks golf country club   January 2002 - January 2003
The colony beach and tennis   January 2001 - February 2002

Skills
Catering, Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Food, Fine Dining, Food & Beverage, Food Safety, Food Service, Banquets, Restaurants, Pastry, Gourmet, Sanitation, Chef, Cuisine, Recipes

Education
Cornell College   2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Hospitality Administration/Management (did not complete)

Culinary Institute of America   2005 — 2007
Associate of Science (AS), Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Angela Moretti Angela Moretti Seattle, Washington Details
Angela Moretti's Cruise West Experience May 2004 - September 2006
Job Environmental Project Manager
Industry Maritime
Experience
Global Diving & Salvage, Inc.   January 2012 - Present
Coast Real Estate Services  October 2010 - January 2012
Global Diving and Salvage   September 2006 - January 2012
Princeton Property Management  February 2009 - November 2010
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans  April 2008 - October 2008
American Safari Cruises  October 2006 - April 2008
M/Y Nautilus   August 2002 - January 2008
Cruise West   May 2004 - September 2006

Skills
Scuba Diving, Diving, Inspection, Boat, Budgets, Maritime, Petroleum, Navigation, Customer Service, Safety Management..., Emergency Management, Shipping, Engineering, Mechanics, Maritime Operations, Management, Training, Cruises, Logistics, Marine Salvage, ISM, Project Planning, Sailing, Supervisory Skills, Certifications, Boating, Software Documentation, Personnel Management, Offshore Drilling

Education
Portland Community College   2008 — 2009
Associate of Science, Russian and German

Portland Community College
Associates of Science

Dee DeJong Dee DeJong Woodland Park, Colorado Details
Dee DeJong's Cruise West Experience April 2007 - July 2008
Job Naturalist Guide / Trainer
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Guides-To-Go LLC   April 2003 - Present
InnerSea Discoveries / American Safari Cruises   April 2012 - June 2012
Ivey House Bed & Breakfast / NACT   April 2010 - July 2011
Holland America Princess  May 2009 - September 2009
Cruise West   April 2007 - July 2008
MDC Holdings  2005 - 2007

Skills
Tourism, Cruises, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Writing, PowerPoint, Customer Relations, Word, Teaching, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Excel, Editing, Administration, Hospitality, Team Building, Coaching, Research, Outlook, Supervisory Skills, Scheduling, Spanish, Team Leadership, System Administration, Budgets, Program Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Leadership Development, Management, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Process Scheduler, Staff Development, Organizational..., Leadership

Education
Colorado State University   1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Science, Farm & Ranch Management

Jeffrey Pietka Jeffrey Pietka Portland, Oregon Details
Jeffrey Pietka's Cruise West Experience February 2006 - November 2008
Job Base Camp (General) Manager, EverGreen Escapes
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Evergreen Escapes  April 2011 - Present
Glacier Bay National Park   April 2009 - September 2010
Cruise West   February 2006 - November 2008

Skills
Cruises, Event Management, Tourism, Leisure Travel, Hiking, Leadership, Outdoor Recreation, Customer Service, Hospitality, Adventure Travel, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Hotels, Resorts, Travel Planning, Team Building, Tour Operators, Teaching

Education
The George Washington University   1999 — 2002
B.A., Geography, International Affairs

Tom Ruszala Tom Ruszala Greater Seattle Area Details
Tom Ruszala's Cruise West Experience 2001 - 2008
Job Principal, SEAMIST Marine Services
Industry Maritime
Experience
Seattle Community Colleges - Seattle Maritime Academy   September 2011 - Present
SEAMIST Marine Services   June 2000 - Present
Cruise West   2001 - 2008
Seattle Central Community College - Seattle Maritime Academy   January 1998 - June 2000
NOAA Commissioned Corps   April 1971 - September 1996
Ogden Marine & Avon Steamship Companies   June 1969 - August 1970

Skills
Cruises, Maritime, Maritime Operations, Navigation, ISM, Inspection, Ports, Seamanship, Maritime Security, Marine Engineering, Marine Operations, Ships, Boat, Yachting, Sailing, International Shipping, Shiphandling, Vessel Operations, Shipping

Education
State University of New York Maritime College   1965 — 1969
BS, Nautical, Meteo & Oceanography

Tara Sudol Tara Sudol San Francisco Bay Area Details
Tara Sudol's Cruise West Experience August 2006 - April 2007
Job Marketing Manager at Shea Labagh Dobberstein
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Shea Labagh Dobberstein  June 2014 - December 2014
Optima ABR   May 2012 - June 2013
Lancaster University Management School   October 2010 - December 2011
International Food Information Service (IFIS)   June 2011 - August 2011
The Work Foundation   February 2011 - March 2011
International Experience  January 2009 - September 2010
SolutionsIQ  April 2007 - January 2009
Cruise West   August 2006 - April 2007
Mana, Allison & Associates, Inc.   February 2006 - July 2006
Lodge at Tiburon   August 2004 - July 2006

Skills
Marketing, Market Research, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Photoshop, Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com, ExactTarget, Vertical Response, Salesforce.com..., Customer Service, Customer Oriented, Hospitality Industry, IT Solutions, Consulting, Dreamweaver, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, MBA, Lead Generation, Team Leadership

Education
Ecole de Management de Lyon / EM Lyon   2011 — 2011
MBA Exchange Programme

Lancaster University   2010 — 2011
Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Lancaster University Management School (LUMS)

University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business   2001 — 2004
B.A. Business, Formal Concentrations: Entrepreneurship and Marketing; Certificate in Sales Program

Green River Community College   2000 — 2001
A.A., General

Kevin Gotchet Kevin Gotchet Fort Collins, Colorado Area Details
Kevin Gotchet's Cruise West Experience 2003 - 2003
Job Director, Programs
Industry Education Management
Experience
Council for Economic Education  2004 - Present
Housing Works  2004 - 2007
Cruise West   2003 - 2003
Mad River Community Hospital  2001 - 2002
Humboldt Senior Resource Center  2001 - 2002
Adoption Horizons   2000 - 2000
Food for People  1999 - 1999

Skills
Program Development, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Grants, Event Management, Leadership, Data Analysis, Budgets, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Program Management

Education
Humboldt State University   1998 — 2002
BA, Social Work

James S. Shaw James S. Shaw Greater Seattle Area Details
James S. Shaw's Cruise West Experience June 2009 - October 2009
Job at Exponent
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Exponent  July 2010 - Present
Business and Legal Affairs   January 2009 - September 2010
Cruise West   June 2009 - October 2009
Vivendi Universal Games, Inc.   January 2007 - September 2008
Vivendi Universal Games  November 2001 - December 2006
Wizards of the Coast, Inc., a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc.   July 1999 - October 2001
Wizards of the Coast, Inc.   January 1998 - June 1999
4i Software, LLC   March 1996 - December 1997
Princess Tours  June 1997 - October 1997
Bellevue City Attorney's Office   March 1995 - June 1997

Skills
Licensing, Intellectual Property, Publishing, Entertainment, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Video Games, Strategy, Management, Mergers, Due Diligence, Start-ups, Project Management, Corporate Law, Negotiation, Business Development, Leadership, Legal Writing, Advertising, Finance, Risk Management, Commercial Litigation, Product Development, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Executive Management, Venture Capital, Competitive Analysis, Dispute Resolution, Trademarks, Mergers & Acquisitions

Education
University of Iowa College of Law   1992 — 1995
J.D. with Distinction

Duke University   1986 — 1990
B.A.

Kimberly Oliver Kimberly Oliver Greater Seattle Area Details
Kimberly Oliver's Cruise West Experience January 2007 - September 2010
Job General Manager at Extended Stay America
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Extended Stay America  September 2015 - Present
Marine Maritime Services - A Crowley Company   July 2013 - August 2015
Allen Marine Tours and dba Alaskan Dream Cruises   January 2011 - September 2012
Cruise West   January 2007 - September 2010
Hilton Hotel  August 2006 - January 2007
Norwegian Cruise Line  December 2005 - June 2006
Glacier Bay Cruise Line   May 2004 - September 2005
Tony's Steak & Seafood   August 2002 - October 2003

Skills
Tourism, Cruises, Revenue Analysis, Hotels, Maritime, Hospitality, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Budgets, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Training, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Logistics, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Navigation, Operations Management, Teamwork, Customer Service, Hiring, Human Resources, Contract Negotiation, Maritime Operations

Education
Bellevue College Continuing Education   2015 — 2016
Program Management

South Puget Sound Community College   1998 — 1999
anthropology

Dietmar Wertanzl Dietmar Wertanzl Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area Details
Dietmar Wertanzl's Cruise West Experience April 2008 - September 2010
Job President&CEO at DRW Hospitality Group
Industry Hospitality
Experience
DRW Hospitality Group   April 2015 - Present
FleetPro Passenger Ship Management/International Shipping Partners   April 2011 - Present
Cruise West   April 2008 - September 2010
Tauck World Discovery  April 2007 - March 2008
Celebrity Cruises  April 2002 - July 2006
Crystal Cruises  1994 - 2002
Celebrity Cruises and Fantasy Cruises   September 1991 - September 1994
Crystal Cruises  July 1989 - August 1991
Royal Viking Line  May 1983 - June 1989
Hotels and Resorts   April 1980 - May 1983

Skills
Business Services, Branding & Identity, Hospitality, Hotels, Tourism, Cruises, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Resorts, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Revenue Analysis, Culinary Skills, Banquets, Leisure, Fine Dining, Leisure Travel, Tour Operators, Vacation, Catering, Yield Management, Budgets, Travel Management, Pre-opening, Incentive Travel, Front Office, SEO, Luxury, Negotiation, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Marketing, Menu Development, Online Travel, Incentives, Rooms Division, Management, Event Management, Leadership, Food, Destination Marketing, Meeting Planning, Property Management..., Business Travel, Corporate Events, P&L, Sales, Travel Planning, Trade Shows, Adventure Travel

Education
Cornell University   1997 — 1997
Advanced Mangement Program, Hospitality Management

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute, USA   1993 — 1993
CHA, Certified Hotel Administrator

Hotelleriesuisse - Swiss Hotel Association, Member of EUHOFA (Int. Association of Hotelschools)   1988 — 1989
Postgraduate Studies ( Hotelier & Restaurateur Diplome), (NDS HF Hotel Management)

Tourismusschulen Bad Gleichenberg, Austria   1972 — 1976
Diploma with Distinction, Member of EURHODIP, The Leading Hotel Schools of Europe, Hospitality Management

Lathan Goumas Lathan Goumas Greater Chicago Area Details
Lathan Goumas's Cruise West Experience March 2008 - November 2008
Job Photojournalist at The HeraldNews
Industry Photography
Experience
The Herald-News  December 2013 - Present
Northwest Herald  April 2013 - December 2013
The Flint Journal  January 2012 - June 2012
The Bay City Times/The Saginaw News   June 2011 - December 2011
Boston University  September 2010 - May 2011
Genesco, Journeys  June 2009 - August 2010
Cruise West   March 2008 - November 2008
Cook Inlet Region Incorporated   March 2007 - October 2007

Skills
Photography, Photoshop, Photo Editing, Photojournalism, Multimedia, Final Cut Pro, Journalism, Web Development, Documentary Photography, Editing, Social Media, Mac, Research, Video Editing, Facebook, Videography, Lightroom, Photos, Video Production, Blogging, Adobe Creative Suite, Press Releases, Studio Lighting, Publications, Image Editing

Education
Boston University   2010 — 2011
Master of Science, Photojournalism

University of North Carolina at Wilmington   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Marine Biology

Andrew Compton Andrew Compton Greater Seattle Area Details
Andrew Compton's Cruise West Experience May 2007 - June 2009
Job Sr. Instock Manager Amazon.com Baby Category
Industry Retail
Experience
Amazon.com  January 2015 - Present
Amazon  October 2014 - January 2015
Amazon  June 2012 - September 2014
Amazon  January 2012 - June 2012
Amazon.com  October 2011 - January 2012
Seattle University  September 2009 - June 2011
Cruise West   May 2007 - June 2009
Cruise West   May 2002 - May 2007
Cruise West   January 2005 - September 2006

Skills
Project Management, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Management, Leadership, Budgets, Analysis, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Team Building, Team Leadership, Marketing, Vendor Management, E-commerce, Marketing Strategy

Education
Seattle University   2009 — 2011
Masters, Business Administration

The George Washington University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, History

Steve Hamberger Steve Hamberger Provo, Utah Area Details
Steve Hamberger's Cruise West Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Consultant at Blendfresh
Industry Education Management
Experience
Blendfresh   July 2014 - Present
Brigham Young University  May 2013 - Present
Utah Valley University  March 2007 - May 2013
Chambery Home Owners Association   October 2008 - Present
Cruise West   2004 - 2006
Net X News   August 2001 - April 2004

Skills
Training, Project Management, Tagalog, Leadership, Organization, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Fundraising, Customer Service, Research, Team Building, Volunteer Management, Teaching, Facebook, Budget, Management, Higher Education, Program Management, Leadership Development, Program Development

Education
Gonzaga University   2009 — 2011
MA, Organizational Leadership

Utah Valley University   2000 — 2004
BS, Communication & Leadership

Tamara Horine Tamara Horine Tacoma, Washington Details
Tamara Horine's Cruise West Experience March 1992 - March 1996
Job Operations Manager at National Parks Revealed
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
National Parks Revealed   April 2014 - Present
O.C. Tanner   October 2010 - April 2014
Stewart Transportation Solutions  May 2010 - September 2010
LUCA JOHN FOUNDATION   May 2009 - May 2010
American Safari Cruises  July 2006 - October 2008
ENTRÉE DESTINATIONS   November 2002 - July 2006
BRISTOL BAY LODGE  January 1999 - April 2002
Cruise West   March 1992 - March 1996

Skills
Proposal Writing, Invoicing, Management, Budgets, Training, Business Development, Event Planning, Account Management, Hospitality, Leadership, Program Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning

Education
Portland State University   1986 — 1987
Spanish Studies

Andrew Tweedale Andrew Tweedale Greater Seattle Area Details
Andrew Tweedale's Cruise West Experience June 2009 - September 2010
Job Finance Project Manager / Business Analysis Manager at Starbucks
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Starbucks  April 2014 - Present
Starbucks  October 2011 - April 2014
Group Health Cooperative  October 2010 - October 2011
Cruise West   June 2009 - September 2010
PACCAR Inc.  April 2006 - January 2009
ChemPoint  August 2004 - June 2005

Skills
Financial Modeling, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Retail, Financial Analysis, Corporate Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Operations Management, Corporate Finance, Time Management, Business Analysis, Finance, Budgets, Process Improvement, Accounting, Leadership, Project Management, Management, Analysis

Education
Seattle University   2005 — 2008
Master's, Business Administration

University of Washington   2001 — 2005
Bachelors, Economics

Joseph Munster Joseph Munster Anniston, Alabama Details
Joseph Munster's Cruise West Experience July 2005 - November 2006
Job Senior Financial Service Associate at BBVA Compass
Industry Banking
Experience
BBVA Compass  August 2008 - Present
Spirit of Anniston   2012 - 2014
Regions Financial Corporation  February 2007 - August 2008
Cruise West   July 2005 - November 2006

Skills
Banking, Loans, Finance, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Customer Retention, Mortgage Lending, Small Business Lending, Retirement Planning, Google Chrome, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Research, Business Development, Historic Preservation, Historical Research, Notary Public, Mutual Funds, Life Insurance, Variable Annuities, Fixed Annuities, IRAs, Wealth Transfer, Project Coordination, Project Planning, Events Coordination, Team Building, Team Leadership, Financial Analysis, Coaching, Credit, Management, Sales, Leadership

Education
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), History

Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Emergency Management

Charles Pollock Charles Pollock Whitefish, Montana Details
Charles Pollock's Cruise West Experience January 2003 - November 2003
Job Operations Coordinator at NRC Environmental Services
Industry Maritime
Experience
NRC Environmental Services  June 2014 - Present
Dakota Supply Group (MDM Supply)   July 2013 - April 2014
NRC Environmental Services  December 2011 - July 2013
NRC Environmental Services  October 2007 - December 2011
Elfin Cove Lodge   May 2004 - September 2007
Cruise West   January 2003 - November 2003
Cruise West   March 2001 - January 2003
Cruise West   March 2000 - February 2001

Skills
HAZWOPER, Maritime, Hazardous Materials, Safety Management..., Customer Service, Inventory Management, Resource Management, Navigation, Emergency Spill Response

Education
Bellevue Community College   2005 — 2006
General Studies

Captain Larry Dostal Captain Larry Dostal Greater Chicago Area Details
Captain Larry Dostal's Cruise West Experience April 2010 - September 2010
Job Captain Shoreline Sightseeing
Industry Maritime
Experience
Shoreline Sightseeing  May 2008 - Present
International Shipmasters Association, Chicago Lodge 3   January 2011 - December 2011
Cruise West   April 2010 - September 2010
Safari  July 2001 - April 2007

Skills
Maritime, Teamwork, Firefighting, Management, Yachting, Maritime Safety, Maritime Security, Boat, Navigation, Sailing, Public Speaking, Ships, First Aid, Seamanship, Maritime Operations, Safety Practices, Engineering, Shiphandling, River Cruises, Microsoft Office, Cruises, STCW

Education
The Ohio State University   1970 — 1973
BSID, Industrial Design

Desirée Vorhees Desirée Vorhees Portland, Oregon Area Details
Desirée Vorhees's Cruise West Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Assistant Director, MBA Career Management at Willamette University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Willamette University  December 2012 - August 2014
Willamette University  September 2007 - December 2012
University of Washington Business School  April 2006 - June 2007
Starlight Starbright Childrens Foundation  2006 - 2006
Cruise West   2005 - 2005

Skills
Higher Education, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Non-profits, Student Affairs, Research, Social Media, Fundraising, Data Analysis, Alumni Relations, Community Outreach, Admissions, Program Development

Education
Willamette University - Atkinson Graduate School of Management   2010 — 2012
MBA

Seattle Pacific University   2001 — 2005
BA, Communication

Calvin Christian High School

Maija Holston Maija Holston Seattle, Washington Details
Maija Holston's Cruise West Experience March 2009 - July 2009
Job Operations Watch Supervisor at Washington State Department of Transportation
Industry Maritime
Experience
Washington State Department of Transportation  July 2012 - Present
SCUSD  August 2010 - June 2012
Cruise West   March 2009 - July 2009
Norwegian Cruise Line  April 2005 - October 2008

Skills
Certified Teacher, CPR Trainer, MMD 50 GT Captain, Sailing Instructor, Microsoft Office, Purchasing, Stuctured English...

Education
Northern Arizona University   2009 — 2010
Master, Education with SEI endorsement

University of Washington   2001 — 2003
IAS (BA), Science, Technology & Environment

Meriwether Gill Meriwether Gill Camden, Maine Details
Meriwether Gill's Cruise West Experience April 2004 - September 2010
Job Real Estate Agent at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group  July 2011 - Present
Cruise West   April 2004 - September 2010

Skills
Tourism, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Luxury, Sellers, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Residential Homes, Marketing, Condos, Single Family Homes, Real Estate, Negotiation

Education
Hollins University

Hollins University
M.A.L.S., Biology & Psychology

Jerrol Golden Jerrol Golden Greater Seattle Area Details
Jerrol Golden's Cruise West Experience February 2007 - May 2010
Job Dep. Director, International Public Relations at Holland America Line
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Holland America Line  November 2010 - Present
Cruise West   February 2007 - May 2010
Holland America Line  August 2004 - February 2007
TCS & Starquest Expeditions  2000 - 2002
Girvin, Inc.   1998 - 1999
Smurfit-Stone  January 1992 - May 1998
Continental Mills  1984 - 1990

Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Public Relations, Tourism, Event Management, Crisis Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Publicity, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Blogging, Marketing, Brand Management, Crisis Communications, Social Media, Business Development, Brand Development, Journalism, Publications, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, SEO, Management, CRM, Sales, Recruiting, Advertising, Strategy, Travel Writing, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Email Marketing, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Budgets, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Destination Marketing, Newsletters, Brand Awareness, Web Content, Trade Shows, Direct Marketing, Special Events, Spokesperson

Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management   1990 — 1991
MBA, International Marketing

University of Wisconsin-Stout
BS, Food Science/Business

Abby (Kerley) Doolin Abby (Kerley) Doolin Beaverton, Oregon Details
Abby (Kerley) Doolin's Cruise West Experience March 2004 - February 2005
Job Crafty Lady PDX at Crafty Lady PDX
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Crafty Lady PDX   October 2013 - Present
The Grand Hotel at Bridgeport  June 2012 - Present
The Grand Hotel at Bridgeport  May 2009 - June 2012
SpringHill Suites Hillsboro   September 2007 - January 2009
Residence Inn by Marriott  May 2005 - September 2007
Cruise West   March 2004 - February 2005
Hampton Inn  July 2001 - March 2004

Skills
Hospitality, Food, Customer Service, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Customer Relations, Team Building, Problem Solving, Scheduling, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Office, Guest Satisfaction, Hotels, Forecasting, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Management, Purchasing, Outlook, Employee Relations, Word, Excel, Administration, Guest Service, Front Office, Coaching, Pricing, Budgeting, Hiring, Yield Management, Pre-opening, Training, Management, Time Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Budgets

Education
InnSight Management Training   2008 — 2008
Management Training

USCG - Training   2004 — 2004
International Crowd Management

The University of Kansas   2001 — 2003
General Studies

Ozark Christian College   1999 — 2000

Paul Councell Paul Councell Asheville, North Carolina Details
Paul Councell's Cruise West Experience June 1993 - June 2008
Job Ownrer at Trezhar Bokses
Industry Maritime
Experience
Trezhar Bokses   March 2010 - Present
Expedia CruiseShipCenters  February 2009 - May 2012
Cruise West   June 1993 - June 2008
Renaissance Cruises, Inc  January 1991 - June 1993
Yacht Ship Cruise Lines   May 1990 - May 1991
Hyatt Regency  May 1989 - April 1991
Exploration Cruise Lines   January 1983 - January 1988

Skills
Cruises, Food & Beverage, Transportation, Teamwork, Hospitality, Hotels, Tourism, Vacation, Luxury, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Administration, Hotel Management, Microsoft Office, Restaurants, Food, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Leisure Travel, Recruiting, Incentive Travel, Marketing Strategy, Travel Management, Resorts, Supervisory Skills, Operations Management, Training, Leisure, Management, Event Management, System Administration, Trade Shows, Budgets, Sales, Incentives

Education
Seattle Central College   1981 — 1981
Certification of Completion

George Brown College   1969 — 1970

Toccoa Falls High School   1968 — 1969
Diploma

Stony Brook School for Boys   1967 — 1968

St.Andrews High School   1956 — 1966

Chelsea Leven Chelsea Leven Gustavus, Alaska Details
Chelsea Leven's Cruise West Experience March 2008 - September 2010
Job National Park Naturalist & International Outdoor Guide
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Freelance (Available for Contract)   May 2011 - Present
Un-Cruise Adventures  April 2012 - August 2015
United States Antarctic Program  September 2014 - June 2015
National Park Service  April 2013 - August 2014
Windy Creek Kennels   January 2014 - April 2014
Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan  January 2012 - April 2012
Public Schools & Education Centers   January 2008 - March 2012
Wilderness Inquiry  April 2011 - October 2011
Cruise West   March 2008 - September 2010
Instituto de Ecologia y Biodiversidad   March 2007 - October 2007

Skills
Team Building, Community Outreach, Field Work, Research, Environmental Awareness, Training, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Leadership, Cruises, Tourism, Fundraising, Program Management, Sustainability, Social Media, Event Management, Event Planning, Hospitality, Curriculum Design, Adventure Travel, Wildlife, Customer Service, Program Development, Environmental Education, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Spanish, Budgets, Volunteer Management, Teaching, Management, Public Relations, Outdoor Recreation, Grant Writing, Leadership Development, Editing, Staff Development, Conservation Issues

Education
Amherst College   2001 — 2005
Geology, concentration in Biology

Victoria University of Wellington   2004 — 2004
Study Abroad, Marine Ecology

West Geauga Schools

Robert Warsheski Robert Warsheski Greater Boston Area Details
Robert Warsheski's Cruise West Experience November 2005 - March 2008
Job Chef Manager for American Food Systems
Industry Restaurants
Experience
American Food Systems  September 2011 - Present
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area  November 2009 - March 2015
Worcester Country Club  March 2009 - September 2011
the International Golf Course in Bolton, Mass   April 2008 - January 2010
Cruise West   November 2005 - March 2008

Skills
Food, Culinary Skills, Chef, Banquets, Hospitality, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Food & Beverage, Food Safety, Catering, Customer Service, Recipes, Inventory Management, Cuisine, Hospitality Management, Cooking, Food Preparation, Food Service, Hospitality Industry, Food Industry, Sauces, Food Cost Management, Pastry, Labor Control, Serve Safe Certified, Food Quality, ServSafe, New Restaurant Openings, Dinners, Grill, Banquet Operations, Event Planning, Baking, HACCP, Food Service Sanitation, Food Service Operations, Sanitation

Education
Johnson & Wales University   1990 — 1991
associates, Cullinary Arts

montachussett regional vocational technical high school   1986 — 1990
Cullinary

Lisa Haneberg Lisa Haneberg Houston, Texas Area Details
Lisa Haneberg's Cruise West Experience October 2000 - October 2005
Job Director of HR/OD at Memorial Hermann Health System, Author, Speaker
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Memorial Hermann Health System  March 2012 - Present
Business Author   2004 - Present
Management Performance International   February 2009 - March 2012
Haneberg Management   October 2002 - February 2009
Cruise West   October 2000 - October 2005
Intel  1998 - 2000
Mead Paper  1996 - 1998
Black & Decker  1992 - 1996

Skills
Organizational..., Talent Management, Executive Coaching, Non-profits, Government, Middle Management, Coaching, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Employee Relations, Performance Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Succession Planning, Nonprofits, Management Development, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Social Media, Human Resources, Blogging, Management Consulting, Training, Writing, Strategy, Educational Management, Talent Acquisition, Business Strategy, Consulting, HR Consulting, Workshop Facilitation, Organizational Design, Deferred Compensation

Education
Goddard College   2006 — 2008
MFA

University of Maryland University College   1988 — 1990
BS

Dan Blanchard Dan Blanchard Juneau, Alaska Details
Dan Blanchard's Cruise West Experience 1987 - 1999
Job CEO at UnCruise Adventures (whollyowned subsidary of InnerSea Discoveries Alaska Inc. Juneau, Alaska)
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Un-Cruise Adventures  April 1999 - Present
Cruise West   1987 - 1999
Exploration Cruise Lines / Glacier Bay Lodge   1986 - 1987
Blanchard Marine Sales and Service   1977 - 1986

Skills
Cruises, Maritime, Tourism, Training, Event Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Hospitality, Sailing, Boat, Public Speaking, Yachting, Navigation, Resorts, Vacation, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Travel Management, Tour Operators, Hospitality Management, Travel Planning, Operations Management, Hospitality Industry, Business Travel, Management, Leisure, Incentive Travel, Maritime Operations, Adventure Travel, Luxury, Sustainable Tourism, Destination Marketing, Tour Management, Online Travel, Hotel Management, Revenue Analysis, Maritime Security, Yield Management, Honeymoons, Ports, Boating, Marketing, Trade Shows, Online Advertising, Incentives, Hotel Booking, Scuba Diving, Business Planning

Education
Everett Community College   1979 — 1981
none, Studied business and accounting

Erik Sarvela Erik Sarvela Las Vegas, Nevada Area Details
Erik Sarvela's Cruise West Experience 2002 - 2002
Job Computer Engineer at MGM Resorts International
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
MGM Resorts International  December 2014 - Present
Xerox  June 2012 - December 2014
Double Down Computing   January 2005 - June 2012
NetEffect, Las Vegas  May 2010 - December 2010
Business Funding Resource Center   November 2009 - October 2010
TELUS  March 2009 - March 2010
Clark County  June 2008 - December 2008
Station Casinos  July 2007 - February 2008
Assured Computing   March 2006 - June 2007
Cruise West   2002 - 2002

Skills
Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Disaster Recovery, Active Directory, Servers, Network Administration, Windows Server, Windows, Network Security, Network Engineering, IT Management, IT Operations

Education
University of Phoenix   2005 — 2007
Masters, Business Administration, 3.77 GPA

Oregon Institute of Technology   1997 — 2003
Bachelor's, Management of Information Systems

Ketchikan High School   1993 — 1997
General, General

Rachel Andersen Rachel Andersen Greater Seattle Area Details
Rachel Andersen's Cruise West Experience September 2006 - September 2007
Job Owner & Graphic Designer at Fresh Creative Company
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Fresh Creative Company   January 2010 - Present
self employed  October 2007 - December 2009
Cruise West   September 2006 - September 2007
Fine Designs  March 2003 - June 2005
Java Trading Co.  June 2002 - October 2002

Skills
Logo Design, Illustration

Education
Art Institute of Seattle   2000 — 2002
Associates, Graphic Design

Mark Mumm Mark Mumm Greater Seattle Area Details
Mark Mumm's Cruise West Experience 1991 - 1996
Job Director Sales & Marketing at Holland America Line
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Gray Line of Alaska, a division of Holland America Line   2003 - Present
HAP Alaska Yukon  2011 - 2015
HAP Alaska Yukon  2011 - 2015
ABC Motor Homes   May 2002 - February 2003
CIRI Alaska Tourisum   August 2000 - December 2001
American Safari Cruises  January 1998 - August 2000
Cruise West   1991 - 1996

Education
University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business   1981 — 1983
MBA, Finance

Pacific Lutheran University   1974 — 1979
BA, Social Work

Kathlyn Hawley Kathlyn Hawley Springfield, Illinois Details
Kathlyn Hawley's Cruise West Experience 2006 - 2007
Job Customer Advocate at HCSC
Industry Insurance
Experience
HCSC  2007 - Present
Starbucks  2007 - 2007
Cruise West   2006 - 2007

Skills
Customer Service, Insurance, Health Insurance, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word, Software Documentation, General Insurance, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Call Centers, Data Analysis, Program Management, Call Center, Felting

Education
Washington University in St. Louis   2004 — 2005

Gustavus Adolphus College   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Physics

Kier Matthews, CTIE Kier Matthews, CTIE Greater Seattle Area Details
Kier Matthews, CTIE's Cruise West Experience May 2006 - June 2008
Job Vice President, Sales at Europe Express, Part of TUI, Plc
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Europe Express, Part of TUI, Plc   March 2010 - Present
Virtuoso  April 2009 - March 2010
Virtuoso  June 2008 - April 2009
Cruise West   May 2006 - June 2008
Renaissance Seattle Hotel  February 2005 - December 2005
Sorrento Hotel  January 2004 - November 2004
Westin Seattle  February 2001 - January 2004
Palace Hotel  January 2000 - February 2001
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel  January 1997 - January 2000

Skills
Tourism, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Travel Management, Hotels, Cruises, Leisure Travel, Hospitality, Vacation, Resorts, Leisure, Event Management, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Business Travel, Travel Planning, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Luxury, Adventure Travel, Customer Service, Tour Operators, Destination Marketing, Market Planning, Incentive Travel, Online Travel, Sales, Hotel Booking, Sales Management, Trade Shows, Sabre, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Incentives, Management, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Strategy, Travel Technology

Education
Shaw University   1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations

Winter Haven Senior High   1988 — 1991
High School Diploma, Advanced Placement

Karine Roettgers Karine Roettgers Seattle, Washington Details
Karine Roettgers's Cruise West Experience March 2002 - January 2008
Job Development Manager, Outreach
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
JDRF International  August 2014 - Present
Blind Service Association   February 2010 - April 2014
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska  March 2008 - October 2009
Cruise West   March 2002 - January 2008
Norquest Seafoods  June 2000 - September 2001

Skills
Customer Service, Recruiting, Fundraising, Program Management, Leadership, Event Management, Event Planning, Management, Hotels, Volunteer Management, Human Resources, Newsletters

Education
Southern Oregon University   1995 — 2000
B.A., Communication

Southern Oregon University

Steve Rochester Steve Rochester Greater Seattle Area Details
Steve Rochester's Cruise West Experience January 1996 - January 2003
Job Owner S.R. Construction
Industry Construction
Experience
U.S. Coast Guard   October 2002 - Present
S.R Construction  January 1995 - Present
Crowley Maritime  January 2014 - January 2015
Crowley Maritime  June 2013 - September 2013
US Navy  October 2012 - April 2013
Clipper Navigation  January 2008 - September 2012
Fast ferry   January 2005 - January 2008
Cruise West   January 1996 - January 2003
American West Steamboat Co   2002 - 2003

Skills
Maritime, Maritime Operations, Marine Engineering, Transportation, Shipping, Ports, Logistics, ISM, Safety Management..., Engineering, Operations Management, Budgets, Inspection, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Supervisory Skills, Navigation, Shipbuilding, Boat, Sailing, International Shipping, Naval Architecture, Ships, Maritime Security, Firefighting

Education
Seattle Central Community College   1986 — 1988
AAS, Marine Engineering Technology

Seattle Central Community College   1984 — 1986
Cert, Construction Tec

Barrett Whitten Barrett Whitten Charleston, South Carolina Area Details
Barrett Whitten's Cruise West Experience January 2007 - September 2010
Job Master at UnCruise Adventures
Industry Maritime
Experience
Un-Cruise Adventures  April 2014 - Present
Folly Beach Public Safety Department   March 2005 - Present
Fairfield Nodal  November 2010 - April 2014
Cruise West   January 2007 - September 2010

Skills
Maritime Operations, Inspection, Maritime, Safety Management..., Navigation, Maritime Security, Training, GMDSS, ISM, Marine Operations, Transportation, Cruises, STCW, Firefighting, Offshore Drilling, Boat, Ports, Maritime Safety, Vessel Operations, Shipping, Dynamic Positioning, Seamanship, Marine Engineering, Vessel Management, Celestial Navigation, Ships, Sailing, International Shipping, Shiphandling, Boating, HUET, ISPS Code, Vessels, ARPA, DP, SOLAS, Ship Security Officer, Yachting, Ship Management, Shipbuilding, Marine Industry

Education
Chapman School of Seamanship   2001 — 2001
Professional Mariner Training Program

Texas A&M University at Galveston   1997 — 2000
Marine Transportation

Chris Caussade Chris Caussade Hallandale, Florida Details
Chris Caussade's Cruise West Experience January 2003 - September 2005
Job Experienced Hospitality Professional
Industry Hospitality
Experience
American Queen Steamboat Company  2013 - Present
Mastercorp  March 2008 - April 2013
Singh Resorts   December 2005 - February 2008
Cruise West   January 2003 - September 2005
Delta Queen Steamboat Company  February 1999 - September 2001
The Breakers  January 1995 - September 1998
Ponte Vedra Beach Resorts  February 1991 - January 1995

Skills
Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Resorts, Hotel Management, Hospitality Industry, Tourism, Revenue Analysis, Front Office, Yield Management, Food & Beverage, Pre-opening, Rooms Division, Team Building, Employee Training, Management, Inventory Management, Budgets, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Restaurants, Guest Service Management, Catering, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction

Education
Institute of American Universities - Aix en Provence France
Int. Business - French

Maharishi University of Management
Course Study - Business

Mehlville

Leslie Wangler Leslie Wangler United States Details
Leslie Wangler's Cruise West Experience 2008 - 2010
Job Founder, Pacific Northwest Tourism
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Pacific Northwest Tourism   2014 - Present
Pacific Northwest Experience   2014 - Present
America's Hub World Tours   2007 - Present
Guest Referral Systems / Savvy Diner   2007 - 2014
Cruise West   2008 - 2010
Grayline Tours   2005 - 2007
Intel Corporation  1976 - 1988

Skills
Advertising, Leadership, Sales Management, Social Media, Public Speaking, Team Building, Management, Sales, Event Management, Social Networking, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Business Development, Editing, Hospitality Industry, Photography, Fundraising, Team Leadership, Coaching, Customer Service, Program Management, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Training, Marketing, Research, Hospitality, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Tourism, Account Management, New Business Development

Education
Mt. Hood Community College   2004 — 2005
Tourism and Travel Services Management

Jennifer Stewart Jennifer Stewart Austin, Texas Area Details
Jennifer Stewart's Cruise West Experience March 2004 - October 2004
Job RealtorGreenlight Austin Realty
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Greenlight Realty   Owner/FounderBombshell StudiosJanuary 2012 - Present
Greenlight Austin Realty   February 2009 - Present
Urban Squared Realty  January 2011 - September 2012
ARIAT INTERNATIONAL, Inc  February 2005 - January 2009
Cruise West   March 2004 - October 2004
AUSTIN HARLEY-DAVIDSON   May 2003 - March 2004
CAVENDER'S BOOT   July 2002 - November 2002

Skills
Sellers, Sales, Real Estate, Management, Customer Service, Retail, Sales Operations, Investment Properties, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Short Sales, Investors, Time Management, Single Family Homes, Residential Homes, Foreclosures, Condos, Buyer Representation, Listings, ABR, New Home Sales, Property, Selling, Referrals, Real Estate Transactions, Luxury, Buyers, Seniors, Townhomes, Property Management, REO, Real Property, Rentals, Home Staging, National Association of..., Move Up Buyers, Real Estate Development, Apartments, Leases, Contract Negotiation, 1031 Exchanges, Investments, Real Estate License, Entrepreneurship, First Time Home Sellers, Closings, Real Estate Investor

Education
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY   2001 — 2003
Bachelor, Sciences

Texas State University   2001 — 2003
Bachelor's, Dance/Fashion Merchandising

CISCO JUNIOR COLLEGE   1998 — 2000
High School Diploma; Associate Degree, Sciences

Cisco College   1998 — 2000
Associates, Arts

Jeanne Bertsch Jeanne Bertsch Greater Seattle Area Details
Jeanne Bertsch's Cruise West Experience 2009 - 2010
Job Reception/Administrative Assistant/Customer Service
Industry Executive Office
Experience
Fatigue Technology Inc.  January 2015 - Present
AIG  July 2013 - October 2014
Cenorin  March 2012 - March 2013
McKesson  January 2011 - March 2012
Cruise West   2009 - 2010
B & G Machine Inc   July 2006 - July 2009
Educational Tutoring & Consulting   October 2004 - May 2006
Scott Galvanizing Co Inc   June 1986 - October 2004

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Recruiting, Customer Service, Administrative..., Management, Licensed Notary, Training

Education
Green River Community College   2004 — 2004
Continuing Education in computer software and quickbooks

Kimberly Sauer Kimberly Sauer Anchorage, Alaska Details
Kimberly Sauer's Cruise West Experience April 2004 - August 2005
Job Quality Assurance Specialist II at Southcentral Foundation
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Southcentral Foundation  October 2012 - Present
Southcentral Foundation  February 2010 - September 2012
Ready Care   March 2009 - February 2010
Geneva Woods Health Care Services  August 2008 - March 2009
Gap Inc./Old Navy   August 2007 - April 2008
D.A. Davidson & Co.   May 2007 - August 2007
Gap Inc./Banana Republic   March 2001 - January 2007
Cruise West   April 2004 - August 2005

Skills
Team Building, Healthcare, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Process Improvement, JCAHO, Public Speaking, Program Development, Management, Leadership Development, Training, Hospitals, Healthcare Management, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Case Management, Sales, Social Media, Microsoft Excel

Education
The George Washington University   2014 — 2016
Masters of Science in Health Science, Health Care Quality

University of Montana   2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, Psychology, and Japanese

Bates College   2003 — 2005
N/A, Political Science; Japanese

C. Shannon Wilkins C. Shannon Wilkins Heathsville, Virginia Details
C. Shannon Wilkins's Cruise West Experience July 2004 - October 2005
Job Owner at Self Employed Maritime Consultant, Project manager. Partner at Adversity Boats
Industry Maritime
Experience
Adversity LLC   January 2013 - Present
Omega Protein, Inc.   December 2009 - December 2012
Pacific Straits LLC   January 2009 - December 2009
Glebe Point Inc   September 2007 - October 2008
Hana Ho Wailah   March 2006 - September 2007
Allied Towing   October 2005 - March 2006
Cruise West   July 2004 - October 2005
Aflac  1994 - 2005
Aflac  1994 - 2005
Crabbes Charter Fishing   January 2003 - July 2004

Skills
USCG 200 Ton Near..., Really Cool Guy, Shiphandling, Small Boat Operations, Seamanship, Yacht Deliveries, Marine Safety, Marine Salvage, Vessel Operations, Vessel Management, STCW, Refits, Shipyards, Supply Management, Purchase Management, Supplier Sourcing, Inventory Planning, Commercial Fishing, Marine Mammals, PADI, Scuba Diving, Open Water Diver, Wreck, Side Scan Sonar, TWIC Card, Water Survival, Hazmat Response, Spill Response, Outfitting, Marinas, Chartering, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Navigation, Maritime, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Customer Service, Maritime Operations, Boat, Operations Management, Leadership, Management, Marine Operations, ARPA, Public Speaking, Project Management, Microsoft Word, Maritime Safety, First Aid

Education
Richmond, The American International University in London   2001 — 2002
Political Science and Government

Radford University   1999 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, History

Chesapeake Marine Training Institute   1998 — 2000
USCG 200 Ton Near Coastal Master/ Captain, Maritime Studies

Northumberland High   1990 — 1993

Cathleen Batiste Cathleen Batiste Greater Seattle Area Details
Cathleen Batiste's Cruise West Experience 2007 - 2009
Job Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Paul Gauguin Cruises
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Paul Gauguin Cruises  November 2012 - Present
FOI commercial interiors   May 2010 - October 2012
M/Y Sorcha - 152'   2009 - 2010
Cruise West   2007 - 2009

Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Customer Service, Event Planning, Tourism, Microsoft Word, Hospitality Industry, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Resorts, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Budgets, Travel Management, Management, Cruises, Marketing Strategy, Hotel Management, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations

Education
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
AS, Tourism and Hospitality

Theresa Fitzgerald Theresa Fitzgerald Greater Seattle Area Details
Theresa Fitzgerald's Cruise West Experience February 1998 - March 2000
Job Executive Assistant at Institute for Systems Biology
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
Institute for Systems Biology  September 2011 - Present
Seattle Genetics  March 2011 - January 2012
Right Management  April 2006 - November 2010
Right Management Consultants  October 2001 - April 2006
Right Management  October 2001 - July 2003
Susan Schoos and Associates   March 2000 - October 2001
Cruise West   February 1998 - March 2000

Skills
Onboarding, Outlook, Recruiting, Performance Management, Program Management, Customer Service, Human Resources, Change Management, Leadership Development, Interviews, Management, Training, Time Management, Project Management, Sales, Organizational..., Leadership, Employee Benefits, Hiring, Administrative..., Payroll, Community Outreach, Administrative...

Education
Highline Community College
AA

SST Travel School
Degree, Travel

Mark Yacker Mark Yacker Greater Denver Area Details
Mark Yacker's Cruise West Experience July 2008 - November 2008
Job Director, North America (Insider Journeys)
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Insider Journeys - Asia Specialists (formerly Travel Indochina)   February 2011 - Present
Adventure Tours Australia Group   2009 - 2010
Cruise West   July 2008 - November 2008
Contiki Holidays  February 2003 - January 2008
TravCorp USA, Inc.   February 2003 - January 2008
AmeriCan Adventures  October 1997 - October 2001
Penn, Schoen & Berland Associates   1994 - 1996
Mount Snow  1993 - 1994

Skills
Sales, Marketing, Leadership, Territory Management, Qualifying Prospects, Team Management, Tourism, Travel Management, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Hotels, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Hospitality, Business Strategy, Management, Trade Shows, Direct Marketing, B2B, Social Networking, Leisure Travel, Business Development, Customer Service, Budgets, Selling, Negotiation, Forecasting, Sales Force Development, Market Research, Tour Operators, Training

Education
Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst   1990 — 1994
Bachelors of Business Administration, Major in Marketing

Randolph High School

Kirsten Daniels Kirsten Daniels Onaway, Michigan Details
Kirsten Daniels's Cruise West Experience May 2007 - August 2010
Job Account Manager Marine
Industry Maritime
Experience
Moran Iron Works   May 2014 - Present
The Great Lakes Towing Company and Great Lakes Shipyard  August 2011 - May 2014
Kilo Delta Boat Services, LLC   May 2011 - September 2012
Huron Lady II Cruises   June 2011 - August 2011
EBO Group, Inc.   September 2002 - January 2011
Cruise West   May 2007 - August 2010
American Cruise Lines  April 2005 - January 2006

Skills
Editing, Training, Public Relations, Social Media, Customer Service, Team Building, Navigation, Maritime, Marketing, Press Releases, Operations Management, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Supervisory Skills, PowerPoint, Maritime Operations, Transportation, Event Planning, Advertising, Boating, Human Resources, Writing, Research, Outlook, Team Leadership, Shipping, Leadership, Community Outreach, Regulatory Requirements, Windows, Photoshop, Mac, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Marine Operations, Logistics, Administration, Mentoring, Word, Excel, Illustrator, PC, iPhone, iPad, Strategic Planning, Interpersonal Skill

Education
The University of Akron   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, English

University of Central Florida   2004 — 2006

Wadsworth High School   2000 — 2004
Honors Diploma

Josh Skaff Josh Skaff Greater Seattle Area Details
Josh Skaff's Cruise West Experience September 2009 - April 2010
Job
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Starbucks  April 2014 - Present
Starbucks  November 2012 - April 2014
Starbucks  April 2010 - November 2012
Cruise West   September 2009 - April 2010
Washington Mutual  April 2008 - February 2009
Playground Destination Properties - A Division of Intrawest   September 2005 - April 2008
Clayton Fixed Income Services (previously Murrayhill Co.)   November 2003 - September 2005

Skills
Finance, Financial Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Financial..., Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Financial Modeling

Education
University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business   1995 — 1999
BS, Business Administration (focus on Computer Info. Systems & Finance)

Harvard University
Finance & Economics

Cortney Deschamps Cortney Deschamps Greater Seattle Area Details
Cortney Deschamps's Cruise West Experience January 1996 - March 2010
Job Director, Revenue Management at Paul Gauguin Cruises
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Paul Gauguin Cruises  March 2010 - Present
Cruise West   January 1996 - March 2010
Holland America Line  1990 - 1996

Education
The University of Montana - School of Business Administration   1986 — 1990
BA, Small Business Management

Beth Pike Beth Pike Plymouth, Massachusetts Details
Beth Pike's Cruise West Experience March 2010 - October 2010
Job Conservation Scientist at Marine Conservation Institute
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Marine Conservation Institute  October 2011 - Present
Massachusetts Maritime Academy  March 2014 - Present
InnerSea Discoveries   September 2010 - October 2011
Cruise West   March 2010 - October 2010
Cruise West   November 2008 - March 2010
American Safari Cruises  May 2008 - October 2008
Pacific Whale Foundation  January 2006 - August 2006
New England Aquarium  2000 - 2005
Pacific Whale Foundation  1997 - 2000

Skills
Boat, Maritime, Management, Research, Public Speaking, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Editing, Fundraising, Training, Navigation, Field Work, Environmental Education, Wetlands, Ships, Conservation Issues, GIS, Leadership, Environmental Awareness, Government, Ecology, Fisheries, Marine Biology, Water Quality, Marine Conservation, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Biodiversity, Aquatic Ecology, Coastal, Climate Change, Natural Resource...

Education
Duke University   2006 — 2008
M.E.M., Coastal Environmental Management

Long Island University, Southampton Campus   1993 — 1997
B.S., Psychology/Biology

Plymouth North H.S.

Sheri Tousey Sheri Tousey Greater Seattle Area Details
Sheri Tousey's Cruise West Experience June 2008 - October 2010
Job Experienced Cruise & Travel Manager
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
ITMI - International Tour Management Institute  February 2015 - Present
Insight Vacations  September 2013 - Present
Seattle Tour Guides   September 2012 - Present
Seabourn Cruises   November 2014 - February 2015
Windstar Cruises / Ambassadors International Inc.   November 2010 - January 2012
Cruise West   June 2008 - October 2010
Celebrity Cruises  June 2005 - March 2008
Holland America Line  1983 - 2005

Skills
Cruises, Tourism, Hotels, Event Planning, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Guest Satisfaction, Hospitality Management, Event Management, Operations Management, Adventure Travel, Team Building, Leisure Travel, Hospitality Industry, Training, Customer Satisfaction, Travel Management, Travel Planning, Leisure, Incentive Travel, Social Media Marketing, Management, Meeting Planning, Enrichment, Supervisory Skills, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Leadership, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Budgets, Resorts, Business Travel, Revenue Analysis, Tour Operators, Corporate Events, Destination Marketing, Yield Management, Online Travel, Trade Shows, Incentives, Sustainable Tourism, Front Office, Catering, Hotel Booking, Luxury, Tour Management, Sabre, Pre-opening, Public Relations

Education
California State University-Chico   1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Humanities, Art History

Whitman College   1980 — 1984
English Language and Literature/Letters

La Dele Sines La Dele Sines Greater Seattle Area Details
La Dele Sines's Cruise West Experience 2003 - 2008
Job Entrepreneur, Food Shop Owner
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Theatre Off Jackson  December 2011 - Present
Carleton Avenue Grocery   November 2008 - Present
Cruise West   2003 - 2008
Holland America Line  1991 - 1997

Skills
Hospitality, Tourism, Hotels, Customer Service, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Community Engagement, Theatre, Bartending, Grant Writing, Bookkeeping, Inventory Management, Vendor Relations, Community Organizing

Education
Seattle Central Community College   1991 — 1994

Gillian Faro, SPHR Gillian Faro, SPHR Greater Seattle Area Details
Gillian Faro, SPHR's Cruise West Experience September 2008 - September 2010
Job Human Resources Manager at CBRE
Industry Human Resources
Experience
CBRE  April 2014 - Present
Kenworth Truck Co.  September 2011 - April 2014
Cruise West   September 2008 - September 2010
Restaurants Unlimited  November 2006 - September 2008
Leisure Care  May 2005 - November 2006
ARAMARK at Key Arena   July 2002 - May 2005
Summit at Snoqualmie Ski Resort   September 1999 - July 2002
The Washington Firm   September 1998 - September 1999
Seattle Public Schools  January 1997 - September 1998
Washington State Convention & Trade Center   September 1994 - January 1997

Skills
Employee Relations, Training

Education
Gonzaga University   2012 — 2014
Master's degree, Organizational Leadership

Pacific Lutheran University - School of Business   1990 — 1994
BBA, Human Resources

Angela Lett, CFRE Angela Lett, CFRE Boston, Massachusetts Details
Angela Lett, CFRE's Cruise West Experience September 1999 - August 2002
Job Director of Development and External Communications at The Food Project
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Food Project  January 2014 - Present
The Women's Lunch Place  October 2012 - July 2013
Michigan State University  June 2011 - June 2012
UNC Charlotte  August 2010 - May 2011
The Boston Conservatory  August 2006 - October 2010
The Boston Conservatory  August 2007 - August 2008
The Boston Conservatory  June 2007 - August 2007
The Boston Conservatory  August 2006 - June 2007
Cruise West   September 1999 - August 2002

Skills
Fundraising, Annual Giving, Alumni Relations, Stewardship, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Non-profits, Research, Higher Education, Philanthropy, Writing, Editing, Special Events, Prospect Research, Public Relations, Volunteer Management, Community Relations, Community Outreach, Donor Relations, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Social Media, Customer Service, Budgeting, Program Development, Administration, Customer Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Data Analysis, Direct Mail, Team Building, Grants, Mentoring, Press Releases, Planned Giving, Board Development, Database Management, Arts Administration, Proposal Writing, Fundraisers, Management, Marketing, Social Networking, Nonprofits

Education
The Boston Conservatory   2005 — 2006
MM, Voice

The Boston Conservatory   2001 — 2005
BM, Voice

Guilford College   1993 — 1998
B.S., Biology

JW Sexton   1989 — 1993

Sarah Gardner Sarah Gardner Greater Seattle Area Details
Sarah Gardner's Cruise West Experience June 2006 - December 2009
Job Creative Director at Paul Gauguin Cruises
Industry Design
Experience
Paul Gauguin Cruises  January 2010 - Present
Freelance  December 2009 - January 2010
Cruise West   June 2006 - December 2009
Taproot Foundation  2007 - 2008
Freelance Design  2004 - 2008
Bernard Hodes  2000 - 2007
Bernard Hodes Group  2000 - 2006

Skills
Graphic Design, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Producers, Adobe Creative Suite, Project Management, Management, Digital Asset Management, Advertising, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Graphics, Web Design, Brochures, Illustration, Corporate Identity, Branding & Identity, Email Marketing, Photoshop, Logo Design

Education
Purdue University   1992 — 1997

School of Visual Concepts
Graphic Design

Seattle Central College   2009 — 2010
Web Design

Hope Deschamps Hope Deschamps Greater Seattle Area Details
Hope Deschamps's Cruise West Experience September 2004 - February 2009
Job Director, Sales & National Accounts at Paul Gauguin Cruises
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Paul Gauguin Cruises  November 2009 - Present
Cruise West   September 2004 - February 2009
Holland America Line  January 2000 - September 2004
Uniglobe.com   December 1999 - December 2000
Holland America Line  May 1997 - December 1999
Holland America Line  May 1996 - May 1997
Holland America Line  February 1993 - May 1996
Holland America Line  January 1991 - February 1993

Skills
Hospitality, Cruises, Revenue Analysis, Leisure, Tourism, Hotels, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Travel Management, Budgets, Reports, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Travel Agency, National Accounts, Leisure Travel, Vacation, Incentives

Education
The University of Montana - School of Business Administration

Julie Duncan Julie Duncan Greater Seattle Area Details
Julie Duncan's Cruise West Experience May 1997 - March 2000
Job benefits manager at Starbucks Coffee Company
Industry Retail
Experience
Starbucks Coffee Company  May 2008 - Present
Starbucks Coffee Company  March 2000 - May 2008
Cruise West   May 1997 - March 2000

Skills
Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Project Management, Open Enrollment, HRIS, FMLA, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Vendor Management, Recruiting, Training, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., ADP Payroll, Program Management

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   1988 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations

Jeffrey Krida Jeffrey Krida Memphis, Tennessee Details
Jeffrey Krida's Cruise West Experience April 2000 - February 2008
Job Vice Chairman & CoFounder at American Queen Steamboat Company
Industry Maritime
Experience
American Queen Steamboat Company  March 2010 - Present
Cruise West   April 2000 - February 2008
Delta Queen Steamboat Co  May 1989 - April 1996

Skills
Maritime, Cruises, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Shipping, Marketing, Email Marketing, Public Speaking, Transportation, Public Relations, Logistics, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Strategic Partnerships, Project Management, Sales, Start-ups, Tourism, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Boat, Leadership, Operations Management, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Online Advertising, Strategy, Negotiation, Hospitality, Revenue Analysis, Business Development, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Navigation, Management

Education
Stanford University Graduate School of Business   1991 — 1991
Exec Program for CEO's, Business leadership/management

Georgetown University   1971 — 1972
Foreign Affairs Consortium

American University   1968 — 1972
BA, Political Science, Foreign Affairs

Page Edmunds Page Edmunds Greater Seattle Area Details
Page Edmunds's Cruise West Experience 2002 - 2004
Job DtrConsumer Programs at Holland America Line
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Holland America Line and Seabourn   2007 - Present
Holland America Line & Windstar Cruises   2006 - 2007
Knightly Tours   2004 - 2006
Cruise West   2002 - 2004
Eastern Air Lines  1977 - 1991
Eastern Air Lines  1977 - 1991
Eastern Air Lines  1977 - 1991

Skills
Cruises, Tourism, Travel Management, Airlines, Hospitality, Leisure Travel, Business Travel, Contract Management, Sales, Online Travel, Airports, Incentive Travel, Leisure, Travel Technology, Aviation, Sabre, Travel Planning, Revenue Analysis, Incentives, Tour Operators, Hotels, Event Planning, Aircraft, Adventure Travel, Sustainable Tourism, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Yield Management

Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
BS - Aviation Mgt, Airline Management and Marketing

Page Saurs Page Saurs Greater Seattle Area Details
Page Saurs's Cruise West Experience June 2010 - September 2010
Job Senior Director, Marketing at UnCruise Adventures (formerly InnerSea Discoveries / American Safari Cruises)
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Un-Cruise Adventures  October 2010 - Present
Cruise West   June 2010 - September 2010
Cruise West   March 2007 - June 2010
Fourth Dimension Software  May 2006 - March 2007
Glacier Bay Cruiseline  April 2004 - January 2006
Self Contractor  December 2002 - April 2004
TraveLease / Atinera   December 2000 - November 2002
Global Leisure Travel / Sunmakers   December 1991 - November 2000
Auto Europe  1986 - November 1991

Skills
Marketing, E-commerce, Direct Marketing, Tourism, Management, Cruises, Product Management, Copywriting, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Brand Management, Sales, Market Research, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Team Leadership, Product Development, Marketing Communications, Market Planning, Copy Editing, Business Analysis, Marketing Strategy

Education
Lynchburg College   1977 — 1978

St. Andrews College   1974 — 1977

John Walenczyk John Walenczyk Columbus, Ohio Area Details
John Walenczyk's Cruise West Experience June 2003 - February 2009
Job Inside Sales Representative at Power Distributors
Industry Wholesale
Experience
Power Distributors  August 2015 - Present
Furniture Row Companies  July 2010 - August 2015
Hamot Medical Center  November 2009 - August 2010
Cruise West   June 2003 - February 2009
Mars Hill Retirement Community   September 2001 - June 2003

Skills
Micros, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Event Management, Restaurant Management, Menu Development, Trained EMT, Payroll, Job Scheduling, Customer Satisfaction, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Recruiting, Sales, Time Management, Training

Education
Mars Hill College   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.8

Voorhees high school   1995 — 1999
Diploma

Michele J. Egan Michele J. Egan Greater New York City Area Details
Michele J. Egan's Cruise West Experience February 2004 - June 2005
Job Operations Manager at AAA Northeast
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
AAA Northeast  August 2013 - Present
Morris County Chamber of Commerce  June 2012 - Present
AAA New Jersey Automobile Club  September 2008 - August 2013
First Night® Morris County   April 2010 - February 2011
First Night® Morris County   March 2009 - 2010
AAA New Jersey Automobile Club  April 2007 - September 2008
Palace Tours Ltd.   September 2005 - February 2007
Cruise West   February 2004 - June 2005
American Cruise Lines  March 2003 - February 2004

Skills
Event Management, Marketing Communications, Budgets, Marketing, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Promotions, Project Management, Team Building, Management, Customer Service, Account Management, Email Marketing, Social Media, Customer Satisfaction, Direct Marketing, Program Management, Project Planning, Business Planning, CRM, Leadership

Education
Leadership Morris, Class of 2011   2011 — 2011

Western Connecticut State University   2000 — 2002
B.A.

College of Saint Elizabeth   1998 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Herman Chung Herman Chung Greater Seattle Area Details
Herman Chung's Cruise West Experience 2002 - 2006
Job Corporate Controller/ Treasurer at Sea Port Products
Industry Accounting
Experience
Sea Port Products   2007 - Present
Cruise West   2002 - 2006
Briazz  2000 - 2001
Olympic Boat Centers  1996 - 2000

Education
Brigham Young University - Hawaii
B.S, Accounting

David Steffenson David Steffenson Greater Seattle Area Details
David Steffenson's Cruise West Experience 2006 - 2009
Job Controller at Western Institutional Review Board
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Western Institutional Review Board  April 2012 - Present
Screamer Hats   March 2011 - March 2012
Paul Gauguin Cruises  October 2009 - May 2010
Cruise West   2006 - 2009
Engine Interactive  May 2004 - October 2006
The Odom Corporation  March 1996 - September 2003

Skills
Accounting, Payroll, Budgets

Education
Seattle University   2002 — 2005
MBA, Business

Central Washington University   1987 — 1989
BS, Accounting

Adam Schweikl Adam Schweikl Greater Seattle Area Details
Adam Schweikl's Cruise West Experience January 2001 - January 2007
Job Managment and Hospitality Professional
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Woodland Park Zoo  June 2014 - January 2015
Radio Shack  August 2012 - January 2014
News America Marketing  May 2011 - July 2011
Washington State Ferries  September 2007 - May 2008
Cruise West   January 2001 - January 2007
Cruise West   January 1996 - January 2001
Norquest Seafoods  1994 - 1995

Skills
Cruises, Tourism, Hotels, Hospitality, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Event Management, Team Building, Budgeting, Food, Administration, Microsoft Office, Word, Operations Management, Excel, Problem Solving, Supervisory Skills, Hiring, Outlook, Scheduling, Employee Relations, Public Speaking, Coaching, Performance Management, Event Planning, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Team Leadership, Vacation, Budgets, Recruiting, Human Resources

Education
Ashford University   2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.63

Alice Gifford Alice Gifford Greater Seattle Area Details
Alice Gifford's Cruise West Experience October 2004 - May 2006
Job Director of Community Development at Adventure Travel Trade Association
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Adventure Travel Trade Association  April 2009 - Present
Outdoor Industries Women's Coalition  January 2012 - December 2014
Evergreen Escapes  April 2009 - July 2012
Freelance  February 2009 - March 2009
Adventure Associates of WA   February 2006 - January 2009
The Mountaineers Books  November 2004 - May 2006
Cruise West   October 2004 - May 2006
Danita Delimont Stock Photography   November 2004 - February 2006
National Geographic Adventure Magazine  January 2004 - May 2004

Skills
Photoshop, Proofreading, Qualitative Market..., Databases, Networking, Customer Care, Creative Writing, Customer Service

Education
Sarah Lawrence College   2000 — 2004
B.A., Liberal Arts

University of Tasmania   2002 — 2003
NA, Tourism and Natural Environment

David Ruszczynski David Ruszczynski Greater Detroit Area Details
David Ruszczynski's Cruise West Experience 2007 - 2009
Job Art Director | Designer
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
American Queen Steamboat Company  2011 - 2015
Cruise West   2007 - 2009
Northwest Parent Media   2005 - 2007
Encore Atlanta Magazine   2002 - 2006
Studio 1026   1999 - 2006
NewEnergy Associates  1998 - 1999
Atlanta Metropolitan Publishing  1996 - 1998
Visual Services  1992 - 1996
Crain Communications  1990 - 1992

Skills
InDesign, Web Design, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Corporate Identity, Publications, Direct Mail, Graphic Design, Brochures, Email Marketing, Art Direction, Brand Development, Layout, Logo Design, Advertising, Corporate Branding, Online Advertising, User Interface Design, Magazines, Publishing, Catalogs, Creative Direction, Pre-press, Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Collateral, Trade Shows, Branding & Identity

Education
Eastern Michigan University   1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts

Rachel Palko Rachel Palko Greater Seattle Area Details
Rachel Palko's Cruise West Experience 2000 - 2002
Job Manger at Mukilteo Lodge Sports Grille
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Mukilteo Lodge Sports Grille   January 2013 - Present
American Safari Cruises  2002 - 2008
Cruise West   2000 - 2002

Skills
Tourism, Hospitality, Customer Service, Team Building, Management, Maritime Operations, Navigation, Operations Management, Maritime, Event Planning, Training, Research, Microsoft Office

Education
University of Washington   2009 — 2010
Biology, Philology

Shoreline Community College   2005 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Farid Mokeddes Farid Mokeddes Greater Seattle Area Details
Farid Mokeddes's Cruise West Experience April 2007 - November 2007
Job Network Engineer at Microsoft
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Microsoft  May 2012 - Present
Microsoft  November 2011 - March 2012
Microsoft Corporation  May 2010 - October 2011
North seattle Community College  November 2009 - May 2010
institute of systems biology   October 2008 - June 2009
Cruise West   April 2007 - November 2007
Norwegian Cruise Line  September 2005 - June 2006
Sheraton  November 2004 - September 2005

Skills
Powershell, Troubleshooting, Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange, MCSE Exchange 2010, MCTS windows 7, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Office..., Windows Azure, Cisco Routers, Cisco IOS, Hyper-V, Server 2000-2008, JavaScript, linux/Unix, Firewalls, Terminal Server, IIS, Active Directory, SharePoint, DHCP, Servers, DNS, Technical Support, Networking, Windows 7, TCP/IP, Linux, Microsoft Technologies, Virtualization, SQL, Operating Systems, Cisco Technologies, Windows, Cloud Computing, Blackberry Enterprise..., System Deployment

Education
North Seattle Community College   2007 — 2010
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) Transfer, Information Technology, 3.2

Carl Reier Carl Reier Anchorage, Alaska Details
Carl Reier's Cruise West Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Exec Chef Manager at Nana Mgt Services
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
Nana Mgt Services   January 2007 - Present
Lindblad Expedirtions   2004 - 2007
Cruise West   2004 - 2005
Clipper Cruise Lines  2000 - 2004

Skills
Food Service, Sanitation, Food, Cooking, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Recipes, Cuisine, Culinary Skills, Food Safety, Banquets, Restaurants, Catering, Restaurant Management, Seafood, Culinary Management, Food Preparation, Pastry, Menu Costing, Sauces, Food & Beverage, Gourmet, HACCP

Education
The Culinary Institute of America   1985 — 1987
AOS, Culinary Arts

Thomas Russell Thomas Russell Greater Seattle Area Details
Thomas Russell's Cruise West Experience 1996 - 1999
Job Chief Operating Officer at Global Voyages Group
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
GlobalVoyagesGroup   January 2014 - Present
Russell Marketing & Planning Group   January 2009 - Present
Global Voyages Group  June 2010 - January 2014
Silversea Cruises  October 2007 - January 2009
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection  January 2006 - October 2007
Windstar Cruises  January 2000 - May 2005
Cruise West   1996 - 1999
Silversea Cruises  January 1993 - December 1996
Costa Cruise Lines North America  September 1991 - January 1993
Commodore Cruises   January 1990 - September 1991

Skills
Sales, Hospitality, Travel Management, Tourism, Cruises, Inventory Management, Revenue Analysis, Business Development, Advertising, Leisure, Leisure Travel, Management, Product Development, Team Building, Hotels, Incentive Travel, Incentives, Market Planning, Marketing, Online Travel, Tour Operators, Yield Management

Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills   1980 — 1983
MBA, Marketing & Finance

Nathan Henstra Nathan Henstra Greater Seattle Area Details
Nathan Henstra's Cruise West Experience September 2000 - April 2002
Job
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Un-Cruise Adventures  December 2014 - Present
Whole Foods Market  August 2013 - Present
Whole Foods Market  January 2011 - June 2012
Whole Foods Market  December 2009 - January 2011
Whole Foods Market  March 2004 - October 2008
American Safari Cruises  June 2002 - January 2004
Cruise West   September 2000 - April 2002
Cruise West   May 1999 - September 2000
Sorrento Hotel  July 1997 - April 1999

Skills
Food, Customer Service, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Customer Relations, Kitchen Management, Menu Development, Team Building, Mentoring, Retail, Seafood, Staff Development, Product Development, Interviewing Skills, Conducting Interviews, Leadership, Banquets, Training, Restaurant Management, Urban Gardening, Container Gardens, Food Preservation, Charcuterie, antiquarian books, Poker, Wine, Management

Education
Art Institute of Seattle   1997 — 1998

Boston University   2006 — 2008

National Restaurant Association Education Foundation   2008 — 2008
Ceritification

Bunker Hill Community College   2004 — 2006
A.A

The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone   2000 — 2000
Certificate

St. Joseph High School   1988 — 1995
Diploma

Sandra Marshall Sandra Marshall Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Sandra Marshall's Cruise West Experience April 1999 - May 2003
Job Director, Business Development at Viking Cruises
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Viking Cruises  January 2006 - Present
Hurtigruten  January 2004 - October 2007
Cruise West   April 1999 - May 2003

Skills
Cruises, Travel Management, Leisure Travel, Leisure, Business Travel, Incentive Travel, Incentives, Adventure Travel, Travel Planning, Vacation, Destination Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Tour Operators, Event Planning, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Trade Shows, Hotel Management, Customer Service, Airlines, Social Media Marketing, Sabre, River Cruises, Meeting Planning, Yield Management, Resorts, Event Management, Luxury, Online Marketing, Travel Technology, Sales, Corporate Events, New Business Development, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Business Development

Education
California State University-Long Beach
B.A., Economics

Siobhain Armani Siobhain Armani Greater Seattle Area Details
Siobhain Armani's Cruise West Experience March 2000 - January 2001
Job Private Chef
Industry Events Services
Experience
Restaurant Roux   March 2015 - Present
Living the Dream  2008 - Present
Bon Appetit  July 2013 - March 2015
Solo Bar & St John's Eatery & Bar   April 2013 - July 2013
Cruise West   March 2000 - January 2001
Holland America Line  March 1998 - March 2000

Skills
Event Planning, Hospitality, Customer Service, Food Preparation, Cooking, Plating, Baking, Recipes, Recipe Testing, Sustainability, Event Management, Purchasing, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Fundraising, Interior Design, Building Relationships, Culinary Skills, Personal Chef Services, Culinary Education, Menu Costing, Parties, Private Events, Catering, Cuisine, Food, Food Styling, Banquets, Food Service, Food Safety, ServSafe, Food Service Sanitation, Wedding Planning, Chocolate, Fine Dining

Education
Seattle Culinary Academy   2011 — 2012
AAS, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, 3.5

Arizona State University   1989 — 1992
Fashion/Apparel Design

louis moreno louis moreno Orlando, Florida Area Details
louis moreno's Cruise West Experience March 2007 - August 2007
Job Maitre'D at Chez Vincent Restaurant
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Chez Vincent Restaurant   October 2013 - Present
JaLake Lodgeckson   April 2013 - October 2013
Chez Vincent Restaurant   September 2007 - March 2013
Cruise West   March 2007 - August 2007
Majestic Cruise Line   April 2005 - October 2006

Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hotel Management, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, table side cooking food..., Wine, Resorts, Restaurants, Micros, Pre-opening, Banquets, Menu Development, Catering, Food & Beverage

Education
Los Angeles City College   1986 — 1988
Bachelor's degree, hotel managment

Teresa Shibuya Teresa Shibuya Greater Seattle Area Details
Teresa Shibuya's Cruise West Experience April 2010 - October 2010
Job Transactional Tax Manager at Corbis
Industry Accounting
Experience
Corbis  March 2011 - May 2014
Cruise West   April 2010 - October 2010
Philips Healthcare [previous name Philips Medical Systems]   2000 - 2009
Quinton Instrument Co [currently Cardiac Science]   1992 - 2000
Egghead Discount Software  1989 - 1991

Skills
Tax, Payroll, Invoicing, Accounting, Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting

Education
Central Washington University
BA, Accounting & Finance

Everett Community College
AA, Accounting

Amanda (Amanda Durham) Durham-Martin Amanda (Amanda Durham) Durham-Martin Norfolk, Virginia Area Details
Amanda (Amanda Durham) Durham-Martin's Cruise West Experience 2007 - 2008
Job Realtor / ALC member at Keller Williams Coastal Virginia
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Keller Williams Realty  March 2013 - Present
Cruise West   2007 - 2008
West Marine  2002 - 2007

Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Shipping, Teamwork, Maritime, Sales, Logistics, Inventory Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Retail, Social Media, Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, Real Property, Real Estate Economics, Real Estate License, Real Estate Financing, Real Estate Sales..., Property Management, Investment Properties, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Business Strategy, Successful Business..., Women Owned Business, Young Professionals, Professional Services, Experienced Sales..., National Association of..., First Time Home Buyers, Assisting First Time..., Military Relocations, First Time Home Sellers, Multiple Listing Service, Small Boat Operations, Boating, Yacht Deliveries, Yachting, Marinas, Listings, New Home Sales, Foreclosures

Education
Brevard Community College   2009 — 2010
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Merritt Island High School   2000 — 2004

Janine Johnson Janine Johnson Greater Seattle Area Details
Janine Johnson's Cruise West Experience 2008 - 2009
Job HR Fleet Specialist at Windstar Cruises
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Windstar Cruises  January 2013 - Present
Holland America Line  January 2012 - January 2013
Holland America Line  January 2009 - January 2011
Cruise West   2008 - 2009
Westin Hotel Seattle   2007 - 2008
Holland America Line  2005 - 2007
Holland America Line  2002 - 2005
Holland America Line  1999 - 2002

Skills
Hospitality, Cruises, Tourism, Hotels, Human Resources, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Leisure, Resorts, Revenue Analysis, Leisure Travel, Travel Management, Management Coaching, Team Building and..., Employee Relations, Guest Services, Performance Management, Risk Management, Expense Authorization, International Staffing..., Global Recruiting, Database Management, Process Improvement, Training and Development, Port Operations, Office Administration, Customs and Immigration..., SharePoint, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, OneNote, Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Team Building

Education
California State University-Fullerton
Bachelors-level Music/Performance Flute coursework

California State University-Los Angeles
Bachelors-level Psychology and English Literature coursework

University of Washington
Bachelors-level English Literature coursework

Kate Stokes Kate Stokes Eugene, Oregon Details
Kate Stokes's Cruise West Experience September 2008 - December 2009
Job International Inside Sales at Forrest Paint
Industry Import and Export
Experience
Forrest Paint   August 2014 - Present
Murphy Plywood  September 2013 - March 2014
Anderson Daymon Worldwide  February 2012 - August 2013
Vanguard Logistics Services  June 2010 - January 2012
Cruise West   September 2008 - December 2009
Holland America Princess Alaska   June 2006 - September 2009

Skills
Team Leadership, Management, Business Strategy, Sales Management, Leadership, Product Development, Japanese, Japanese business..., Logistics, Supply Chain, Strategic Planning, Customer Service

Education
University of Oregon   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Asian Studies, Japanese Language

日本女子大学 / Japan Women's University   2007 — 2007
Japanese, Japanese Language, History, Culture

Chesna Payne Chesna Payne Boise, Idaho Area Details
Chesna Payne's Cruise West Experience April 2005 - September 2010
Job Patient Services at Hollingshead Eye Center
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
Hollingshead Eye Center   March 2012 - Present
Moxie Java  March 2011 - February 2014
Cruise West   April 2005 - September 2010
Crow Restaurant   November 2004 - March 2007
Comfort Suites - Seattle Center   November 2000 - April 2005

Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Sales, Sales Management, Team Building, Training

Education
Seattle Central College   2001 — 2005
General

Karen (Keefer) Plut Karen (Keefer) Plut Greater Seattle Area Details
Karen (Keefer) Plut's Cruise West Experience June 2000 - November 2002
Job Marketing Project Coordinator at Seattle Children's
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Seattle Children's  July 2014 - Present
TrueBlue Inc.  May 2014 - June 2014
Vertafore  June 2013 - October 2013
AMMEX Corporation  January 2004 - October 2012
Seametrics  May 2003 - December 2003
Cruise West   June 2000 - November 2002
ADVO (Acquired by Valassis in 2007)   September 1990 - June 2000

Education
Bellevue College   2014 — 2014
Working toward Professional Certificate, Professional, Technical and Business Writing

University of Washington   2002 — 2003
Professional Certificate, Public Relations

University of Washington   1994 — 1995
Certificate, Integrated Marketing Communications

University of Northern Iowa   1979 — 1982
BA Business Education, Marketing w/emphasis in Marketing & Distributive Education

Marshalltown Area Community College   1978 — 1979
Transfer Credit to UNI, Journalism & Graphic Design

Mark Hargitt Mark Hargitt Greater Seattle Area Details
Mark Hargitt's Cruise West Experience February 2006 - July 2008
Job Owner, Hargitt Marine
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Hargitt Marine   March 1997 - Present
Cruise West   February 2006 - July 2008
Foss Maritime Company  January 1994 - June 2001

Skills
Sustainability, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Remediation, Environmental Consulting, Customer Service, Green, Microsoft Excel, New Business Development, Environmental..., Indoor Air Quality, Safety Management..., Ports, Maritime Operations, Navigation, Maritime

Education
North Seattle Community College   1986 — 1987

Ui

Michael Heys Michael Heys Greater Seattle Area Details
Michael Heys's Cruise West Experience July 2008 - September 2010
Job Operations Manager at Compass Courses Maritime Training
Industry Maritime
Experience
Compass Courses Maritime Training   January 2011 - Present
Cruise West   July 2008 - September 2010
Cruise West   August 2007 - July 2008
Cruise West   January 2006 - August 2007
Cruise West   January 2005 - January 2006
Various private employers worldwide   April 1998 - September 2004
Victoria Clipper  1999 - 1999
Cruise West   April 1996 - March 1998
Cruise West   March 1992 - April 1996

Education
The Maryland Institute College of Art
Master's

Washington State University
Bachelor's

Gordon Barker Gordon Barker Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Gordon Barker's Cruise West Experience 2007 - 2008
Job AKM at Granite City Food & Brewery
Industry Restaurants
Experience
Apple American Group LLC  October 2013 - Present
Granite City Food & Brewery  October 2009 - July 2015
Cruise West   2007 - 2008

Skills
Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Menu Development, Fine Dining

Education
Saint Paul College-A Community and Technical College   2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Charles Spence Charles Spence Greater Seattle Area Details
Charles Spence's Cruise West Experience August 2006 - September 2010
Job President/CEO Maritime (M\​T) Consulting Inc
Industry Maritime
Experience
Maritime (M/T) Consulting Inc.   September 1992 - Present
Washington Cash  2011 - 2011
Cruise West   August 2006 - September 2010
Cruise West   2008 - 2010
American Maritime Officers  July 1988 - June 1995
US Navy  June 1967 - July 1988

Skills
Maritime Operations, Tourism, Hospitality, Hotels, Transportation, Training, Hotel Management, Customer Service, Workforce Planning, Operations Management, Employee Relations, Team Building, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Public Speaking, Budgets, Hospitality Management, Navigation, Logistics, ISM, Shipping, Hospitality Industry, Safety Management..., International Shipping, Recruiting, Ports, Maritime Security, Leadership, Resorts, Revenue Analysis, Human Resources, Event Management, Sailing, Firefighting, Inspection, Auditing, System Administration, Team Leadership, Employee Benefits, Food & Beverage, Boat, Organizational..., Marine Engineering, Management, Supervisory Skills, Marine Operations, Shiphandling, Ships, Seamanship

Education
Roger Williams University   1978 — 1979
Math

Spokane Falls Community College   1971 — 1972
Mathematics

Jacqueline Bastys Jacqueline Bastys Greater Seattle Area Details
Jacqueline Bastys's Cruise West Experience May 2007 - September 2010
Job Patient Service Representative at Swedish Medical Center
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Swedish Medical Center  April 2015 - Present
Virginia Mason Medical Center  April 2013 - March 2015
Swedish Med Center, Edmonds   November 2012 - April 2013
Edmonds Community College  January 2011 - September 2012
Cruise West   May 2007 - September 2010
Alaska Airlines  May 1999 - May 2006
Alaska Airlines  May 1985 - May 1999

Skills
Electronic Medical..., Medical Terminology, Medical Coding, Medical Billing, Desktop Computers, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Critical Thinking, Goal-driven leader, Highly motivated..., Highly detail oriented, Tenacious Work Ethic, Adaptability, Positive Can-do Attitude, Superior Communications..., Outstanding..., Outstanding time..., Collaborative Problem..., Self-confidence, Self-starter, Works well with people, Works well under..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Access Database, PowerPoint, Logistics, Curriculum Development, Call Center, Call Center..., Written & Oral..., Oral & Written..., Team Building, Cpr Certified, Hospitality, Management, Tourism, Time Management, Training

Education
Edmonds Community College   2010 — 2012
Medical Information Management, Business Technology, AA Degree Summer 2012

Intrnational Air Academy   1984 — 1985
Diploma, Aviation/Customer Service

Washington State University   1980 — 1982
Speech & Communication

Mary Merkle Mary Merkle Phoenix, Arizona Details
Mary Merkle's Cruise West Experience July 2001 - September 2009
Job Customer Service
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
US Airways  Sr. ClerkUS AirwaysOctober 2010 - October 2011
Cruise West   July 2001 - September 2009

Education
Phoenix College
Liberal Arts

Bill Kinnison Bill Kinnison Spokane, Washington Area Details
Bill Kinnison's Cruise West Experience January 2000 - December 2001
Job Workin hard
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
My Custom IT   April 2015 - Present
Intrinium IT Solutions   July 2014 - January 2015
Allied Fire & Security  January 2013 - June 2014
Sysco Foods  June 2006 - January 2013
Premera Blue Cross  September 2003 - April 2006
Cruise West   January 2000 - December 2001

Skills
Troubleshooting, Windows, Customer Service, SharePoint, Technical Support, Security, Budgets, System Administration, Team Building, Hardware, Inventory Management, Citrix, Active Directory, LAN-WAN, Group Policy, Client/server, Project Coordination, CCNA, A+ Certified, Xerox Printers, IP PBX, Cabling, WiFi, Server Administration, XP

Education
Bellevue Community College   1985 — 1987
General Studies

Issaquah High School   1981 — 1984

Meghan Andrews Meghan Andrews Oceanside, California Details
Meghan Andrews's Cruise West Experience August 2006 - August 2008
Job Staff Gemologist at GIA
Industry Luxury Goods & Jewelry
Experience
GIA  July 2013 - Present
Leo Hamel & Co.   September 2012 - July 2013
Pace University  December 2002 - January 2011
Cruise West   August 2006 - August 2008

Skills
Merchandising, Fashion, Jewelry, Marketing, Social Media, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Diamonds, Public Relations, Watches, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Blogging, Assortment, Global Sourcing

Education
Gemological Institute of America   2011 — 2012
Graduate, Gemologist

SUNY Purchase   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

Wesley Godon Wesley Godon Seattle, Washington Details
Wesley Godon's Cruise West Experience 2010 - 2010
Job Crane Operator at Brusco Tug and Barge
Industry Maritime
Experience
Brusco Tug and Barge   February 2013 - Present
Dahl Tug and Barge   November 2012 - February 2013
Alaskan Dream Cruises   March 2012 - September 2012
Lindblad Expeditions  January 2012 - March 2012
Godon Woodworks   August 2010 - January 2012
Cruise West   2010 - 2010
Holland America Line and Princess Cruises Alaska and the Yukon  2009 - 2009
Majestic America Line  2006 - 2008
Norwegian Cruise Line  2003 - 2004

Skills
Maritime, Cranes, Maritime Operations, Inspection, Heavy Lifting, Ports, Safety Management..., STCW, Shipping, Navigation, Friction Crane Operation

Education
Oregon Institute of Technology   2000 — 2002
Computer Science

Jon Breen Jon Breen Green Bay, Wisconsin Area Details
Jon Breen's Cruise West Experience April 2008 - September 2010
Job Biker and Truck Driver
Industry Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Experience
Roehl Transport  August 2014 - Present
C.R. England   August 2013 - August 2014
Cruise West   April 2008 - September 2010
M/V Netanya V   November 1997 - November 2000

Skills
Transportation, Logistics, Customer Service, Operations Management, Trucking, Transportation..., Freight, Microsoft Excel, Shipping, Team Building

Education
Texas Tech University   1977 — 1978
Mechanical Engineering

Milwaukee School of Engineering   1975 — 1976
Mechanical Engineering

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