Anthony Ghersi
Deerfield Beach
Summary
Detail-oriented and mission-driven leader with over 9 years of U.S. Navy experience spanning maritime operations, high-volume talent acquisition, and premium customer service. Proven expertise in managing vessel bridge operations, port movements, and ship control systems in high-tempo environments while maintaining a relentless focus on operational excellence. A strategic operator who blends technical maritime proficiency with a strong background in personnel management, logistics, and relationship building. Expert at leading diverse teams, executing recruitment strategies that exceed quotas, and delivering a high-touch service experience to internal and external stakeholders. Seeking to leverage leadership, sales methodology, and operational compliance to drive efficiency and client satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Navigation Supervisor
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Manama, Bahrain
07.2024 - Current
- Managed and mentored a cross-functional team of 20 Sailors, overseeing daily bridge operations, watch-standing schedules, and professional development to maintain peak operational readiness.
- Executed all port movement logistics, coordinating with harbor pilots, tug services, and pier-side authorities to facilitate seamless arrivals and departures in diverse global ports.Education & Military Training
Talent Acquisition Manager
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Miami, FL
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Maintained real-time data integrity in Salesforce-based CRM systems, generating weekly production reports for senior leadership to forecast future manning levels and operational readiness.
- Organized and executed large-scale community events and presentations, managing all logistics, vendor relations, and equipment transport to drive brand awareness
- Leveraged data-driven insights to identify high-potential recruitment zones, developing targeted outreach strategies that increased lead conversion rates by 96% within assigned zone.
Navigator
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Manama, Bahrain
07.2016 - 04.2021
- Served as Assistant to the Officer of the Deck and Navigator during underway and in-port operations, ensuring safe navigation in coastal and open-ocean environments overseas in the Middle East.
- Conducted ship control, steering, and bridge watch duties, maintaining strict adherence to nautical rules of the road.
- Supported force protection, access control, and anti-terrorism operations.
- Supervised bridge personnel and junior sailors, ensuring readiness, accountability, and compliance with operational standards.
- Served as ship’s weather observer, recording and analyzing meteorological data to support safe navigation.
- Managed inventories of navigation equipment, publications, and spare parts; coordinated ordering and maintenance.
- Utilized computer systems for word processing, spreadsheets, and data management.
Education
High School Diploma -
J. P. Taravella HS
Coral Springs, FLQuartermaster Class “A” School
Chicago, ILVoyage Management System (VMS) Operator
Chicago, ILEnlisted Navy Recruiting Orientation
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Maritime Navigation & Voyage Planning
- Bridge Watch Operations & Ship Control
- Electronic Navigation Systems
- Nautical Charts & Publications Management
- High-Touch Customer Service & Relationship Management
- Leadership & Team Supervision
- Operational Risk Management
- Security Operations & Force Protection
- Technical Writing & Documentation
- Risk Mitigation & Communication
Timeline
Navigation Supervisor
U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2024 - Current
Talent Acquisition Manager
U.S. Navy Active Duty
05.2021 - 06.2024
Navigator
U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2016 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
J. P. Taravella HS
Quartermaster Class “A” School
Voyage Management System (VMS) Operator
Enlisted Navy Recruiting Orientation