APOLLO LEONARD
Oakland
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with a high aptitude for learning and strong interpersonal skills eager to secure entry-level position in marine biology. As a pandemic graduate, I applied my ability to learn to the cycling industry. I have achieved success as a pro-level racer and have worked to further my knowledge of cycling both on and off the bike. My ability to succeed in a field for which I had no prior interest or training demonstrates my unique ability to learn, apply, and succeed in any field. I am a dedicated employee and leader.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Mammal Husbandry Intern
Alaska SeaLife Center
10.2024 - Current
- Supported staff with routine care and procedures, ensuring optimal animal health.
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by maintaining clean workspaces and ensuring equipment availability as needed for USDA certified and AZA accredited facility.
- Gained valuable knowledge on species-specific nutritional requirements by preparing specialized diets for various marine mammals.
- Leading talks with visitors and aid encounters with large marine mammals.
Bicycle Courier
Stella Courier
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate deliveries with a friendly demeanor
- Cultivated an extensive knowledge of local geography, enabling swift navigation between various points
- Maintained strong working relationships with local businesses, streamlining pick-up and drop-off process
- Handle up to 30 deliveries per day
- Utilized GPS technology effectively to navigate unfamiliar areas and ensure on-time deliveries
- Exercised excellent time management skills in prioritizing multiple simultaneous assignments under tight deadlines
- Performed routine bicycle maintenance tasks, ensuring optimal performance during deliveries
- Promoted company reputation by consistently representing the brand in a positive and professional manner during all interactions
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions
Bicycle Courier
Confluence Courier Collective
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Contributed to team success by assisting colleagues during high volume periods or challenging situations
Sales Associate
Kona Bike Shop
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty
- Created graphic design for social media
- Event Planning
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marine Sciences
University of Hawaii At Hilo
Hilo, HI01.2017
Skills
- Superb customer service
- Interfacing with customers
- Self-starter
- Leader
- Attention to detail
- Quick decision making
- Problem solving
- Punctuality
- Documentation and dispatch
- Fixing minor mechanical issues
- Team leadership
- Open water certified diver
- Population counts
- Data collection
- Experience with large data sets in R
- Experience with large data sets in Python
- Community Organizer
- Event Planning
- Graphic Design
- Proficient public speaker
- Habitat maintenance
- Animal Enrichment
- Conservation awareness
Projects
Volunteer shark researcher, Projects Abroad Fiji, 05/01/15, 07/01/15
Hobbies and Interests
- Free diving; tide pooling
- Cycling
- Music
- Volunteering for my community
Timeline
Marine Mammal Husbandry Intern
Alaska SeaLife Center
10.2024 - Current
Bicycle Courier
Stella Courier
08.2022 - Current
Bicycle Courier
Confluence Courier Collective
04.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Kona Bike Shop
04.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Marine Sciences
University of Hawaii At Hilo
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Western Washington University
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