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Current Community Involvement:

Rogue Fishing Operations, Inc
Non-Profit, Co-Founder and Operator
RFO is a 501(C)3 non-profit that provides fishing opportunities for our Veterans.
Help assist in fundraising, event creation, monitoring the budget, working to advance the non-profits mission and goals.

Also, operate as a fishing guide to provide healthy positive experiences for our Veterans.

Port of Gold Beach - Commissioner
Assist in setting and adopting policies that guide the development, growth and operation of all the Port’s facilities and functions. Help implement port goals and govern the many facets of port district operations.

Central Curry School District - Board Member
Assist in setting school policy, along with vision and goals for the school district. Also assist in adopting policies that give the district direction to set priorities and achieve its goals. Provide support for short and long-term projects. Ensure the accountability of the school district leaders and employees alike.

Gold Beach Little League - Baseball Coach
Assist in developing baseball skills and character in our young tee-ball and coach pitch aged kids in the community. Keeping kids active with sports is essential for building skills such as teamwork, competition, respect, accountability and integrity.

Practical Skills:

• Management / Sales / Marketing / Public Relations / Customer Service / Project Management

• Experience in planning, developing, and organizing projects and events.

• Legal and Financial Aspects of Business.

• Fishing / Outdoor and Environmental Education.

• Communication, organization, work ethic, and the passion to perform a first-class job have led to
  leadership roles in both my schooling and employment history.

• Playing and coaching baseball throughout my life has helped to enforce the aspects of teamwork, dedication, competition, hard work, patience, and striving for goals.

Certifications:

• First Aid and CPR Certified

• 25 Ton Masters Captain's License (Coast Guard License required to pilot jet boats and operate as a fishing guide)

• Boaters Safety

Hobbies/Interests:
Fishing, Boating, Kayaking, Baseball, Golf, Swimming, Hiking, Exploring and Exercising

Personal Statement:
I have a strong work ethic and excellent people skills; my education and work experiences have helped prepare me to be an asset to my community and to continue to operate my own successful business. I look forward to new challenges and the opportunity to use my education and successful life experiences in continuing my bid for County Commissioner.

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Education:
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Humboldt State University

Major: Recreation Administration / Minor: Business Administration
Focus: Business Management and Tourism Management

 

Work Experience:
Current - Eagle Bay Lodging and Fishing. Owner/Self Employed

Responsibilities: Oversight of all day-to-day business operations and financials, fishing guide.

Retired - Otis Elevator Company; Southern Oregon Territory Manager/Service Supervisor
Responsibilities: Maintenance Technician Supervision, Service Sales Support, Open Order Sales Support, Modernization Sales Support, Project Management, Safety Compliance

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Rogue Outdoor Store; Fishing Department Representative
Responsibilities: Sales, Customer Service, Assist with store management

Jerry’s Rogue Jets Inc.
Responsibilities: Sales, Customer Service, Dock Management