Amber Shellenberger

Owner and Operator of Shell Divers, a locally run dive and CPR instruction company. As a Certified PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer with a track record of over 300 certifications, I have honed my expertise in scuba diving instruction to the highest level. With a perfect safety record, I prioritized the well-being of my students above all else. My commitment to safety and extensive experience in teaching various scuba diving techniques and classes made me a trusted and accomplished instructor. I took pride in empowering individuals to explore the wonders of the underwater world while instilling a deep sense of responsibility for its preservation. I arranged financing, developed marketing strategies, and was solely in charge of all business demands.

As a retail staff member, I applied my expertise in business administration, record keeping, planning, researching and related responsibilities to ensure productive operations in a high volume and constantly evolving retail dive shop operation. In addition to retail responsibilities, I operated and maintained compressor machines, filled air tanks, assisted with rental equipment, and assisted with training new employees. I maintained a thorough knowledge of store merchandise and the care and maintenance of said products.

Upon reaching instructor level, I transitioned from retail staff to an independently contracted scuba diving instructor. I worked directly with the course director to assist customers with course needs, as well as assisting in retail product sales.

Assisted with the preparation, filing and service of pleadings for a two-attorney law firm. Acted as liaison among all parties, including court or other neutrals for scheduling and sharing information. Organized and managed documents, including the creation of spreadsheets and retrieval systems, as well as the training and utilization of the Prevail Software.

Coordinated the collection, review and production of documents, and responded to discovery requests. Assisted with trial preparation including the assembly of exhibits, witness binders and appendices for depositions and court filings. Summarized deposition and trial transcripts and exhibits and researched case-related factual issues using in-house files and outside reference sources. Compiled information and prepared statistics, charts, graphs and other summaries to detail the findings.

Office Manager duties included, but not limited to, assisting in payroll and human resources for office staff. Arranged staff travel and training courses. Managed office expenses and accounts receivable. Maintained daily bank deposit and recordkeeping.