EMERSON SPARKS
Sammamish,WA
Summary
Skilled MTB mechanic and shop contributor with 1,000+ hrs professional bike-shop work and 2,000+ hrs independent maintenance for teammates at World Class Academy. Assistant teacher for Bike Mechanics in Year 2 (led 50%+ of lessons). Confident on complex diagnostics (suspension, wheels, drivetrains, e-bikes) and fast, accurate build/tune workflows. Bringing value to shops via interpersonal, negotiation, and small-business skills (supplier management, budgeting, events).
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Co Founder- Marketing, Design, and Event Manager
Black Line MTB Apparel
02.2025 - Current
- Ran the Black Line booth for the product launch at NW Tune-Up (Bellingham); handled POS, and converted traffic to sales and follow-ups
- Design prints/logos; coordinate partnerships, marketing, and customer relations
- Oversee warehousing: inventory, packaging, and shipping workflows
Bike Technician
Ride Bicycles
05.2023 - Current
- Perform full service: suspension (50/200-hr), wheel true, hub overhauls, brake bleeds, drivetrain adjustments, linkage/bearing installs, and e-bike diagnostics
- Maintain clean benches, parts staging, and ticket notes to improve handoffs and throughput
- Working on average 10-15 bikes per day
Sales and Rentals
Gerk’s Ski and Cycle
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Fitted rentals (skis/boots/poles), handled high-volume face-to-face service, and sold retail
- Performed tunes/repairs as ski tech; supported ski swaps (pricing and second-hand sales)
Landscaping and Power washing
Outdoor Services
01.2021 - 2024
- Power-washed sidewalks, driveways, decks; lawn care; light demo (decks/fences/play-sets)
- Quoted jobs, scheduled work, and managed customer communication end-to-end
Education
Marketing Management
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06-2029
High School Diploma -
World Class Mountain Bike High School
White Salmon, WA05.2025
High School -
Skyline High School
Sammamish, WA06.2023
Skills
- Secured personal sponsorships with 10 brands like SRAM, Akta, Commencal, Sprindex, Crankbrothers, etc
- Negotiated and secured Commencal sponsorship for World Class Academy (school-wide)
- Black Line: lead negotiator with 10 suppliers across the world; managing $100k inventory budget
Accomplishments
- Student Body President (2024)
- Level 2 Certified Bike Technician
- Life Scout (BSA)
- DECA Regional Winner & State Qualifier
Timeline
Co Founder- Marketing, Design, and Event Manager
Black Line MTB Apparel
02.2025 - Current
Bike Technician
Ride Bicycles
05.2023 - Current
Sales and Rentals
Gerk’s Ski and Cycle
10.2022 - 02.2023
Landscaping and Power washing
Outdoor Services
01.2021 - 2024
Marketing Management
Western Washington University
High School Diploma -
World Class Mountain Bike High School
High School -
Skyline High School
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