Grace Toney
Summary
Skilled and knowledgeable sailing professional and student leader with demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams in dynamic environments. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Effectively managed work, voluntarism, athleticism, and high GPA through time management skills. Known for reliability and flexible approach to meet changing needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sailing Coach (PT)
Buddy Melges Racing Team
10.2023 - Current
- Instruct youth sailors of various skill levels on sailing techniques
- Implement safety procedures and race strategies
- Coach private lessons
- Foster teamwork, sportsmanship and a passion for sailing among students ages 7 through 18
- Instruct up to 10 multi-week classes including Optimist, X Boat, Laser, 420, and Pram
Summer Camp Administrator (FT)
Geneva Lake Sailing School
06.2023 - Current
- Began and grew Geneva Lake Sailing Instagram account to nearly one thousand followers in 18 months
- Manage daily sailing camp operations ensuring smooth scheduling and coordination of programs for nearly 300 sailors ages 5 to 18
- Responsible for weekly communication with parents, certificates for end of the week celebration, and written incident reports when occurred
- Run Monday night KinderPram and Wednesdays' Women on Water to engage all ages in sailing
Server/Host
Ruby Owl Tap Room
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed reservations and waitlists efficiently
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, demonstrating strong organizational skills during peak hours
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests
Food Prepper/Barista
Carrot and Kale
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared and served fresh juices, smoothies, and healthy organic snacks
- Managed inventory, restocked ingredients, and assisted in daily opening and closing duties
- Worked in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple orders while maintaining quality
Education
BBA - Business Management
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh05-2029
High School - E Academy
Oshkosh North High School
Oshkosh, WI05-2025
Skills
- American Sign Language
- Time management
- Communication and writing
- Coaching and instructional techniques
- Sailing expertise
- Customer service
Certification
- Level 1 Instructor, U.S. Sailing - 2023
- American Sign Language 2, International Open Academy - 2022
- American Sign Language 1, International Open Academy - 2021
Timeline
Server/Host
Ruby Owl Tap Room
11.2024 - 05.2025
Sailing Coach (PT)
Buddy Melges Racing Team
10.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Administrator (FT)
Geneva Lake Sailing School
06.2023 - Current
Food Prepper/Barista
Carrot and Kale
02.2021 - 01.2023
BBA - Business Management
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
High School - E Academy
Oshkosh North High School
ATHLETICS
ILCA 6 Sailing 2019-Present
- In 2024, ranked 12th in the nation for ILCA Grand Prix Points
ILCA National and Qualifying Regattas
- Placed 6th - District 20 Championship, Chicago Illinois, 2024
- Placed 6th - Junior Women's Championship, Bristol Rhode Island, 2024
- Placed 5th (First Female) - No Coast Championship, Fort Worth Texas,
2024 - Placed 1st - District 20 Championship, Chicago Illinois, 2023
- Placed 70th - U.S. Sailing Laser National Championship, Rodger
Williams University, Rhode Island, 2023 - Placed 6th- No Coast Championship, Houston Texas, 2023
- Placed 9th - Gulf Coast Championship, Mandeville Louisiana, 2023
Clinics and Workshops
- Wisconsin Sailing Team Advanced Racing Clinic - November 4th to
5th, Madison Wisconsin, 2023 - Charlotte Rose ILCA Sailing Clinic - May 26th to 30th, Houston
Texas, 2023 - Houston Yacht Club ILCA Team Training - January 14th to
February 14th, Houston Texas, 2023 - Wisconsin Sailing Team Advanced Racing Clinic - October 29th to
30th, Madison Wisconsin, 2022 - Buddy Melges Racing Team Fall Training - Weekends September
17th to October 15th, Lake Geneva Wisconsin, 2022
High School Tennis 2024-2025
High School Varsity Golf 2021-2023