Christiaan Start
Camp Geneva
Holland,MI
2
Languages
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Tenacious professional with a strong background in camp management and operational efficiency. Experienced in decision-making and inclusive communication, contributing to enhanced camper satisfaction and streamlined processes. Committed to fostering a positive culture of continuous improvement.
Work History
Waterfront and Challenge Director
9 Months- Developed and implemented strategic programs to enhance camper engagement and satisfaction.
- Managed daily operations, coordinating logistics for events and facilitating communication among teams.
- Oversaw recruitment and training of seasonal staff, ensuring alignment with camp values and the mission at Camp Geneva.
- Managed daily operations, coordinating logistics for events and facilitating communication among teams with the other programs at Camp Geneva.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback analysis, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for campers and staff alike.
- Facilitated team meetings to promote collaboration, share best practices, and reinforce organizational goals.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Camp Geneva Intern
9 Months- Assisted in organizing and facilitating camp activities, enhancing participant engagement and satisfaction.
- Supported daily operations by preparing materials and ensuring proper setup of equipment for events.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and clean environment throughout the camp facilities.
- Engaged with campers to promote inclusivity, fostering a positive community atmosphere during events.
- Implemented feedback collection processes to improve program offerings based on camper experiences.
- Coordinated logistics for transportation and scheduling, optimizing resource allocation for programs.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and equipment, streamlining procurement processes to reduce waste.
- Furthermore a large process of the internship was writing and planning the summer Bible study and coordinating with other team members to make sure that our agenda was in line with our theme and mission.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities.
- Participated in planning and execution of community outreach programs, strengthening community relations.
Special Projects Coordinator
7 Years 1 Month- Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives and ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed project timelines and managed resources to optimize workflow efficiency across multiple projects.
- Conducted comprehensive research to inform decision-making processes and enhance project outcomes.
- Worked on a myriad of projects to ensure that everything within the company was running copacetic
- Collaborated with many employees that attained english as a second language
Waterfront and Challenge
3 Months- Demonstrated respect and friendliness to all team members.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Along with this position of lifeguarding I was asked myriad times to counsel a group of elementary-age campers and this helped me attain an adaptable nature within the workplace.
Basketball Scorekeeper
2 Months- Recorded game statistics accurately during high-pressure basketball events.
- Managed scorekeeping equipment and ensured functionality throughout games.
- Collaborated with coaches to ensure adherence to scoring rules and regulations.
- Trained new scorekeepers on operational procedures and best practices.
- Oversaw real-time score updates, enhancing game experience for players and spectators.
- Implemented efficiency improvements in scorekeeping processes, reducing errors during games.
Education
High School Diploma
- Awarded The Joesph Slager award for history and social studies
- Awarded The Gym and Mentoring award for cultivating positive attitude and team spirited environment for my peers
- 3.05 GPA
- Nursing
Skills
Strategic planning
Cross-functional collaboration
Decision-making
Written communication
Program evaluation
Relationship building
Inclusive communication
Interpersonal adaptability
Tenacity
Certification
- Lifeguard certified
- CPR certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Waterfront and Challenge Director
Camp Geneva
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Camp Geneva Intern
Camp Geneva
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Waterfront and Challenge
Camp Geneva
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
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