PROFILE:
Professional hockey player looking to utilize years of experience as a great team player to become a Firefighter. Currently working on the Practical Skills Development stage of NFPA 1001 certification. Presently spending time at a fire station in Cardiff, Wales, UK to gain knowledge and experience. Graduated from Wayne State University in 2008 while playing Division 1, NCAA hockey. A very keen and hardworking individual that easily adapts to change with strong decision making skills. Eager and committed to completing all necessary requirements of becoming a Firefighter.
EDUCATION:
Detroit, MI NFPA 1001 Firefighter Program
- Theoretical Content - Complete
- Practical Skills Development - Ongoing
Graduated: May 2008 Business and Marketing Degree - Minor in Management
*Level "C" CPR Certificate - Standard First Aid Certificate - DZ License - WHIMIS - Forklift Certificate
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Cardiff, Wales, UK Cardiff Devils (EIHL)
September 2009 - Present Professional Hockey Player
- Signed one year contract in August 2009
- Earned considerable praise for commitment and work ethic from fans, coaches and fellow teammates
- Received two Player of the Year awards, one voted by the coaches and one voted by the fans
- Re-signed contract for the 2010/2011 season
March 2008 - April 2009 Professional Hockey Player
Signed a contract following completion of my senior year at Wayne State University
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Volunteer at many different events for various causes and interact with people varying from boosters, executives, young children
and fans
- Visited sick kids in the hospital, spoke to students at large organized assemblies about importance of being active
- Team work, dedication, commitment and passion are demonstrated daily
- Self disciplined and show a strong work ethic for both practices and games
- Have the ability to demonstrate leadership and enthusiasm while building team dynamic
- Travel around the US 7 months of the year: adaptability and ability to embrace challenges and changes at all times
- Ability to recognize peoples differences on basis of culture, abilities and personality
June 2010 - August 2010 Bartender
Displayed excellent customer service while working in a fast paced stressful environment
- Responsible for a variety of tasks including, but not limited to; set up/tear down, inventory management, money management, people management and advanced up selling
April 2009 - August 2009 Management Trainee
The Management Trainee position carries various roles and responsibilities that enable employees to learn how to run a business successfully
Detroit, MI Wayne State Marketing DepartmentWinter 2006 - Spring 2008 Intern
Helped with various promotion and publicity projects for Wayne State Marketing and Athletic Departments
- Coordinated promotions that engaged students and drove student traffic to athletic venues around campus
- Conducted Marketing Research, evaluated research and implemented applicable promotional programs
- Utilized social networking sites to raise awareness and attract crowds that ultimately led to increased participation and support for WSU athletics
- Commonly aided in the creation and implementation of the marketing strategy for many athletic events
Summer 2005 Instructor
Coached Hockey Camps for June July and August of 2005 in various cities through the US
- Coordinated and Instructed youth hockey school while responsible for managing groups of up to 100 kids and developed scheduling for week long camps
- Met with parents to discuss development and promote additional programs offered by the hockey school
- Designed skills and drills for the duration of the camp and oversaw set up and tear down of each market was done correctly
- Mining Technologies International - Summer Student Aid (Summer 2004)
- College Pro Painting - Painter (Summer 2003)
- Place Nolin - Lawn Care and Maintenance (Summer 2001)
SKILLS and AWARDS:
- Excellent team player, immense integrity, ability to complete tasks
- Strong leadership qualities, very personable and outgoing
- Strong communication skills
- Honest, responsible, motivated, strong willingness to learn
- Physically fit/strong
- Players' Player Award voted by your peers for most hardworking, dedicated, and best leader on and off the ice
- 2nd Place Award in 2002 for FedNor Business Challenge
- Efficient with Microsoft Office
- Tough Guy of the Year in 2009 - Condors
- Grittiest Player of the Year in 2009 - Condors
VOLUNTEER WORK:
- Volunteer many hours as a Condor at various functions in Bakersfield, CA
- Volunteered to speak to younger local athletes about pursuing their athletic and academic dreams and the scholarship process and what it takes to succeed
- Participated on the SAAC (Student Athlete Advisory Committee), which deals with community service, campus issues, and social gatherings
- Volunteered for Project Hope and delivered food and drink to those in need