Andrew Cremata
SKAGWAY
Summary
Passionate and experienced outdoor recreation expert with a deep love for the wilderness and a commitment to providing unforgettable outdoor experiences. Armed with extensive knowledge of Skagway's natural landscapes and outdoor activities, adept at coordinating and leading recreational programs, excursions, and adventures. Proven ability to ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants while promoting environmental stewardship. Skilled in customer service, team leadership, and program development, dedicated to fostering a culture of exploration and appreciation for year-round outdoor recreation in Skagway, Alaska.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Manager
M&M Tours
04.2002 - Current
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Maintained the business website and created marketing materials including signage, blogs, and social media engagement.
Author and Freelance Writer
Self
03.1999 - Current
- Collaborated with publishers and editors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content for publication.
- Created written content local, state, and national media outlets, much of which focused on the outdoors and outdoor activities.
- Developed website content for hundreds of clients all over the United States.
- Worked as a Contributing Editor for Fish Alaska Magazine since 2007.
- Wrote an outdoors column for 25 years and authored a published book also focused on the Alaskan outdoors.
Protected Species Observer
Municipality Of Skagway
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in data collection by regularly reviewing and updating observation protocols, ensuring consistency across all team members.
- Assisted in training new observers, sharing knowledge and best practices for accurate data collection procedures.
- Aided in decision-making processes through the timely submission of comprehensive observation reports to project leaders.
- Improved team efficiency by effectively communicating findings with colleagues and supervisors.
Borough Mayor
Municipality Of Skagway
02.2019 - 10.2023
- Led the creation of a more inclusive Borough Assembly, promoting diversity in representation and decision-making processes.
- Enhanced public safety through strategic partnerships with law enforcement agencies and community organizations.
- Led the community through a pandemic and an emergency rockslide event through implementation of protocols that saved lives and protected a devastated economy, including a trail development project that put locals to work.
- Worked diligently for more than two years to ensure a long-needed municipal employee pay raise passed unanimously at the Assembly table.
- Organized multiple local events throughout the year.
Education
High School Diploma -
H.B. Plant High School
Tampa, FL1988
Skills
- Hiking and backpacking (I hiked more than 800 mountain miles in 2023)
- Camping
- Leave No Trace Principles
- Wilderness Navigation
- Wildlife identification
- CPR & First Aid
- Trail maintenance
- Intimate hands-on knowledge of Southeast Alaska's natural environment
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills
- Advanced carpentry
- Proficient with computers, office equipment, an Microsoft Office
- Proficient operating and maintaining motorized equipment
Accomplishments
- Volunteer for Log Cabin Ski Society (March 2012 - Present) - Official volunteer Buckwheat Ski Classic photographer for 20 years. Responsibilities include taking and processing photos, displaying photos at events, and working with media outlets to disseminate photos.
- Alaska State Elks Association Officer and President (2017 - 2022) - Worked with board members and oversaw operations and financials for fifteen Elks Lodges around the State of Alaska in an effort to benefit communities through grants and an assortment of programs.
- Taiya Inlet Watershed Council Board Member - Helped plan and oversee the Pullen Creek/Pond Rehabilitation project. Duties included starting and running the Pat Moore Skagway Fishing Derby, which ran for ten years and raised tens of thousands of dollars for the project.
- Recognized by the Alaska Press Club as the Best Sports Columnist in Alaska for 17 total years including last year.
Certification
- CPR/AED/First Aid
Timeline
Protected Species Observer
Municipality Of Skagway
09.2023 - 04.2024
Borough Mayor
Municipality Of Skagway
02.2019 - 10.2023
Sales Manager
M&M Tours
04.2002 - Current
Author and Freelance Writer
Self
03.1999 - Current
High School Diploma -
H.B. Plant High School
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