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Adam Richardson

Lake Alfred

Summary

Former high school athlete with recognized abilities as a great teammate and leader. Successfully managed and ran an event planning company while attending college. Demonstrated consistent promotions throughout professional career.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sailing Support Coordinator

Carnival Cruise Lines
09.2019 - 05.2023

-Responsible for managing various administrative tasks related to a ship's sailing operations, including cabin inventory, passenger data, and communication with different departments to ensure smooth sailing, often focusing on coordinating logistics and resolving issues before and during a cruise voyage. Essentially acting as a central point of contact for operational support on the ship.

Tracking and managing the availability of cabins on each sailing, including assigning cabins based on guest needs and special requests.


Passenger Data Management:

Maintaining accurate passenger information, including dietary restrictions, accessibility requirements, and group bookings.


Pre-Cruise Planning:

Reviewing sailing details, identifying potential issues, and coordinating necessary preparations with relevant teams before the ship departs.


Voyage Monitoring:

Monitoring passenger feedback, addressing concerns, and coordinating necessary adjustments during the cruise


Reporting and Analysis:

Generating reports on passenger data, cabin utilization, and operational efficiency to inform future planning


System Management:

Utilizing cruise line specific software to manage passenger information, cabin allocation, and operational updates.

Groups Agent

Carnival Cruise Line
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Groups Sales & service
  • Providing customer service for carnival travel partners and direct guest for group reservations
  • Making new sales for new group reservations for direct guest and carnival travel partners

Personal Vacation Planner

Carnival Cruise Line
06.2016 - 01.2018
  • Sales and Service consultant regarding all aspects of Carnival product including but not limited to reservations, up-selling and vacation protection to a database of preferred direct Carnival guests

Frontend Supervisor

Best Buy
10.2015 - 06.2016
  • Responsible for online sales, register maintenance and customer service
  • Secondary responsibilities included employee coaching sessions, NPS maintenance and support for the Operations Manager

Sales Associate

Best Buy
08.2014 - 10.2015
  • Greeted and assisted customers; Ensured cleanliness of the sales floor; Operated registers; Stocked merchandise; Met weekly sales and credit goals; provided excellent customer service; produced a comfortable shopping environment
  • I coached and trained new employees

Sales Associate

Best Buy
12.2012 - 08.2014
  • Greeted and assisted customers; Ensured cleanliness of the sales floor; Operated registers; Stocked merchandise; Met weekly sales and credit goals; provided excellent customer service; produced a comfortable shopping environment

Sales Associate

Target Superstore
09.2011 - 02.2012
  • Greeted and assisted customers; Ensured cleanliness of the sales floor; Operated registers; Stocked merchandise; Met weekly sales goals; Provided excellent customer service; Produced a comfortable shopping environment

Education

Marketing Management

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC

Skills

    Accurate Data Recording

    Detail-Oriented Organization

    Advanced Excel and Word Skills

    Proficient in Managing Multiple Tasks

    Effective Communication

Community Service

  • Warren County High School, Summer Scholars Program Leader, Warrenton, NC, 2008, 2009, I mentored middle school kids. Taught health and physical education Assisted in the preparation and delivery of lessons; Participated in outdoor activities
  • Toys for Toddlers, Volunteer/Host, Durham, NC, 2010, 2011, Christmas charity events I help raise money for kids in need with no families.
  • NCCU Admissions Office, Volunteer, Durham, NC, 2010, 2011, Reading over transcripts, organizing office and incoming applications to the university

Timeline

Sailing Support Coordinator

Carnival Cruise Lines
09.2019 - 05.2023

Groups Agent

Carnival Cruise Line
07.2018 - 08.2019

Personal Vacation Planner

Carnival Cruise Line
06.2016 - 01.2018

Frontend Supervisor

Best Buy
10.2015 - 06.2016

Sales Associate

Best Buy
08.2014 - 10.2015

Sales Associate

Best Buy
12.2012 - 08.2014

Sales Associate

Target Superstore
09.2011 - 02.2012

Marketing Management

North Carolina Central University
Adam Richardson