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Ilan Zeimer

Ilan Zeimer

South Portland

Summary

Experienced mountain guide transitioning to new career opportunities after more than 25 years leading clients through demanding physical challenges at high altitude. Proven ability to assess individual capabilities, adapt instruction methods, and guide people safely through demanding physical challenges. Exceptional patience, communication skills, and sensitivity to diverse client needs and limitations. Strong track record in building trust, providing encouragement, and helping individuals achieve goals they never thought possible.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales and Marketing Coordinator

Grajales Expeditions
04.2024 - 06.2025


  • Handled high-volume customer communications, responding to inquiries, providing detailed trip information, and maintaining client relationships through comprehensive email correspondence and support
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote expedition services, creating content and campaigns that enhanced brand visibility and customer engagement


Lead Guide

Grajales Expeditions
11.2003 - 02.2025
  • Guided 56 successful expeditions to the summit of Aconcagua for in-house groups as well as international outfitters. Responsible for managing private groups to large 15-person trips with several assistant guides under my supervision.

Independent Guide

Self Employed
04.2005 - 08.2023
  • Organized and guided private expeditions to destinations in Asia, North America, Peru and Bolivia outside of the Aconcagua season. Crafted personalized itineraries specific to each client's needs and objectives.

Owner

Andean Crossings
04.2013 - 10.2020
  • Organized adventure bicycle expeditions across the Andes in Argentina, Chile and Peru. Developed and scouted custom itineraries, managed all social media and website content, and coordinated logistics while preparing comprehensive project budgets.

Education

High Altitude Mountain Guide -

Escuela Provincial de Guías de Alta Montaña y Trekking
11.2004

Front-end Programming -

Online Courses
04.2023

BS candidate - undefined

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
12.1992

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Group leadership
  • Physical fitness
  • Self motivation
  • Team collaboration

Accomplishments

60 successful ascents of Mount Aconcagua (22,838 feet) - the highest mountain in the western hemisphere.

Languages

English
Spanish
Hebrew

Timeline

Sales and Marketing Coordinator

Grajales Expeditions
04.2024 - 06.2025

Owner

Andean Crossings
04.2013 - 10.2020

Independent Guide

Self Employed
04.2005 - 08.2023

Lead Guide

Grajales Expeditions
11.2003 - 02.2025

BS candidate - undefined

University of Michigan

High Altitude Mountain Guide -

Escuela Provincial de Guías de Alta Montaña y Trekking

Front-end Programming -

Online Courses

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