Objective: To work in a challenging position with a dynamic company offering opportunities for advancement.
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Skilled at oral and written communication.
- Independent worker with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work well under pressure.
- Experienced at training client staff, and students during their on-the-job sessions.
- Instructed adults in a classroom environment.
- Vast knowledge of computer hardware, software, networking, and the Internet.
- Successful at marketing in a variety of mediums.
- Organized, resourceful and dedicated to high quality.
- An excellent problem solver and creative thinker.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Administration and Organization Background
- Owned and operated businesses for more than ten years.
- Managed personnel and looked after bookkeeping.
- Oversaw preparation of budgets and papers outlining short-term and long-term goals.
- Served on, and chaired or co-chaired several productive committees.
- Hired staff and supervised their daily activities.
Computer Expertise
- More than 14 years working with computers and related peripherals.
- Experienced at computer diagnostics, repair and upgrades.
- Installed systems and trained staff in a variety of business applications.
- Extensive software background includes the following: Microsoft's MS-DOS & Windows 3.0 to 95, some UNIX, Corel WordPerfect, Lotus Ami Pro, Lotus 1-2-3, Borland/Corel Quattro Pro, Corel Draw, Simply Accounting for DOS and Windows, Microsoft Publisher 97, Corel Ventura Publisher, Netscape Navigator, Microsoft Internet Explorer, and HomeSite.
- Peer-to-peer networking experience using Alsolan/Little Big Lan, Artisoft Lantastic, Hayes LANstep, Windows for Workgroups, and Windows 95 using both Arcnet and Ethernet 10Base2.
- Some programming experience in HTML, Progress, Clarion, dBase, Fortran and Basic.
- A member of The HTML Writers Guild (an organization of web page authors.)
Sales, Marketing, and Public Relations
- Prepared business and marketing plans for both my businesses and those of clients.
- Completed a variety of brochures, posters, ads, etc for self and clients.
- An active participant in discussions and effective presenter to various groups.
- Co-produced informative newsletters for the LACC and award winning bulletins for the Kinsmen.
- Co-produced a successful community newsletter supported by repeat advertising.
- Produced, and sometimes co-hosted, a successful cable television program for the LACC.
- Experienced consultant to a variety of businesses.
Labour Work
- Carpentry, plastering, roofing, product assembly.
- Land survey assistant, some total station usage.
- Household plumbing, electrical (AC and DC).
- Mechanical and other repairs.
Marine Related
- Crewed on a large number of sailboat trips and deliveries.
- Instructed basic keelboat cruising and coastal navigation.
- Stepped masts and tuned rigging (B25, B32, B36, CC25, N30).
- 3 strand line splicing, various knots and hitches.
- Several overnight and offshore (up to 25M) voyages.
RECENT WORK EXPERIENCE
Employment Background:
| 1995 to present |
Owner/Manager |
Haliburton Enterprises, Lewisporte, NF |
| HalEnt Offers: Websites, Boat Sales, Skilled Labour, Desktop Publishing, Consulting, Boating Courses, Computer Services |
| 1998 to 1999 |
Navigation Instructor |
Capt. Peter Watkins' School, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1997 to 1998 |
Associate Broker |
High Seas Yacht Brokers, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1996 to 1997 |
Co-Owner/Manager |
imMEDIAit Productions, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1995 |
Labourer (temporary) |
Devon House Enterprises Ltd, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1993 to 1995 |
President/Co-Owner |
Advantage Computer & Stationery Inc, NF |
| 1992 to 1993 |
President |
Optimum Computer Systems Ltd, Mount Pearl, NF |
| 1990 to 1992 |
Co-Owner/General Manager |
Optimum Computer Systems, Mount Pearl, NF |
| 1990 to 1991 |
Programmer/Trainer/CSR |
Spartan Business Machines, Mount Pearl, NF |
| 1989 to 1990 |
Sales Clerk (part-time) |
Radio Shack, Village Mall, St. John's, NF |
| 1989 to 1990 |
Driver |
Smith's Minibus Service, St. John's, NF |
| 1990 |
Owner/Consultant |
Optimum Business Services, St. John's, NF |
| 1987 |
Clerk |
Lewisporte Auto Supplies, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1986 |
Auto Mechanic (temporary) |
Midtown Esso, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1985 to 1986 |
Pump Mechanic |
Penny & Casson Ltd, Agincourt, ON |
Volunteer Activities:
| 1999 |
Computer Specialist/Poll Co-Ordinator |
Tom Rideout Election Campaign |
| 1998 |
Vice-President |
Lewisporte Area Tourism Association |
| 1997 |
Co-Founder/Steering Committee Secretary |
Lewisporte Area Tourism Association |
| 1997 |
2nd Vice-President
(PR Co-Chair, Prov. Budget Chair, Rules-of-Order Chair) |
Lewisporte and Area Chamber of Commerce |
| 1997 |
Steering Committee Secretary |
Cntrl. Reg. Copper Smelter Acq. Committee |
| 1996 to 1997 |
Member (Co-Bulletin Editor, Treasurer Elect) |
Kinsmen Club of Notre Dame |
| 1996 |
Computer Specialist/Poll Co-Ordinator |
Rex Freake Election Campaign |
| 1996 |
Director
(PR Co-Chair/Producer "Talk of the Town") |
Lewisporte and Area Chamber of Commerce |
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
| 2000 |
Pleasure Craft Operator Card |
Canadian Yachting Associaton |
| 1997 |
CYA Intermediate Standard |
High Seas Sailing School, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1990 |
Business Administration (diploma) |
CompuCollege School of Business, St. John's, NF |
| 1987 to 1988 |
First Year Courses |
Memorial University, Lewisporte & St. John's, NF |
| 1983 to 1984 |
Motor Vehicle Repair (Mechanical) |
Lewisporte District Vocational School |
| 1983 |
Intro. Computer Programming |
MUN Extension Service, Lewisporte, NF |
| 1980 |
High School (Grade 11) |
Lewisporte Regional High School, Lewisporte, NF |
MISCELLANEOUS
- Valid driver's license - Class 4 and Class 5
- WHMIS training (August 2001)
- Reliable automobile
- Able to work flexible hours
- References available
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