AARON BROWER
Key Largo,FL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Industrious Captain adept at applying navigational resources to promote passenger and crew safety. Proven history of performing equipment maintenance with efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Buzz On Charter Boat 44' Whiticar
Self-employeed
09.2013 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Identified potential hazards quickly, addressing them proactively to prevent accidents or damage to the vessel.
- Navigated challenging waters skillfully, ensuring safe and efficient transit of passengers and cargo.
- Assisted in the training of new crew members to ensure they were well-prepared for their roles onboard the vessel as it pertains to safety practices and operational tasks.
- Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
- Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and accommodating special requests during charters.
- Conducted informative tours for passengers, sharing knowledge about local history, wildlife, and points of interest.
Captain for J&A Charters 50'evans 44' Whiticar
J&A Charters LLC
12.2011 - 10.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Captain Killer White Charter Boat 50' KWNo 1 Hull
Linda Butler
11.2007 - 11.2011
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Identified potential hazards quickly, addressing them proactively to prevent accidents or damage to the vessel.
- Navigated challenging waters skillfully, ensuring safe and efficient transit of passengers and cargo.
- Ensured compliance with all federal regulations by maintaining proper certifications and adhering to maritime laws during voyages.
- Maintained records of daily activities, weather and sea conditions, pollution control efforts and passenger status.
- Maintained open communication channels between ship owners or charterers regarding voyage progress or any emergent issues requiring attention.
- Checked for spills and other pollutants to communicate findings to land staff.
- Maximized fuel efficiency through careful route planning and monitoring engine performance regularly.
Captain Head Boat Capt Michael 65'
Robbies Marina
10.2005 - 10.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Navigated challenging waters skillfully, ensuring safe and efficient transit of passengers and cargo.
- Improved crew morale with effective leadership techniques that fostered teamwork while addressing individual needs or concerns promptly.
- Conducted informative tours for passengers, sharing knowledge about local history, wildlife, and points of interest.
- Ensured compliance with all federal regulations by maintaining proper certifications and adhering to maritime laws during voyages.
- Checked for spills and other pollutants to communicate findings to land staff.
- Assessed course and weather to assist with managing passenger safety.
- Enhanced safety measures by implementing strict protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Maintained vessel in pristine condition through diligent cleaning, maintenance, and repairs for optimal performance.
Education
BBA -
Culver-Stockton College
Canton, MO100 Ton Captains License - Captains School
Captains Marine
Cudjoe Key FL03.2005
High School Diploma -
Atlantic High School
Delray Beach, FL06.1989
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Client Service
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Business Management
- Financial Management
- Staff hiring
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Driven and Determined
Timeline
Owner/Operator Buzz On Charter Boat 44' Whiticar
Self-employeed
09.2013 - Current
Captain for J&A Charters 50'evans 44' Whiticar
J&A Charters LLC
12.2011 - 10.2013
Captain Killer White Charter Boat 50' KWNo 1 Hull
Linda Butler
11.2007 - 11.2011
Captain Head Boat Capt Michael 65'
Robbies Marina
10.2005 - 10.2007
BBA -
Culver-Stockton College
100 Ton Captains License - Captains School
Captains Marine
High School Diploma -
Atlantic High School