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Jake Flood

Springdale,WA

Summary

Hard working and dedicated to the cause. Being in the fishing industry for such a big part of my life has just made me more passionate as the years tick along.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Fly Fishing Guide

JFLY LLC
01.2019 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Built an outfitter that brought the community around warm water rivers and lakes. This area is known for its trout fishing, but we focused on everything the state had to offer including Smallmouth Bass, Striped Bass, Carp and Trout.
  • I worked with a few local guides that helped keep operations underway while I spent my summers in the west. I managed all the outfitting while I was splitting up my season.

Fly Fishing Guide

WorldCast Anglers
04.2018 - 10.2023
  • Increased repeat bookings by building rapport with clients and consistently delivering outstanding service during guided trips.
  • Showcased adaptability by adjusting trip plans in response to changing conditions or client preferences, creating positive experiences even when faced with challenges.
  • Kept current on industry trends and emerging equipment advancements to offer informed recommendations to both novice and experienced anglers alike.
  • Collaborated with other guides and outfitters to share knowledge and resources, fostering a sense of community within the industry.
  • I Guided in the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem on rivers like the Henrys Fork, South Fork and Main Snake, Teton Rivers and everything in Yellowstone National Park
  • I did this every summer until October 2023

Retail Associate

WorldCast Anglers
04.2016 - 05.2017

Assisted the Fly Shop with retail, cleaning, restocking, inventory, outfitting. This position was very broad. I did everything from painting the building to tying flies for the shop, setting up and breaking down camp, and setting up for various fundraisers and tournaments we hosted. A big part of the job was outfitting, making sure all 48 guides were floating the right stretch of river, and connecting them with their clients.

Assistant Manager

Heritage Marketplace
01.2012 - 01.2016

Assisted in retail and managed inventory

Production Assistant

Nautica
10.2015 - 11.2015

Assisted various production setups

Education

High School Diploma -

Randolph High School
Randolph NJ
04.2017

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

  • Placed 6th and 5th in Jackson Hole One Fly Tournaments out of 86 guides.
  • Built an amazing client base

Additional Information


Community engagements and outreach


Hosted fly tying nights every first monday of the month and different bars near town.


Member and participant of local trout unlimited chapter


Member and guide for Reel Recovery



Timeline

Owner/Fly Fishing Guide

JFLY LLC
01.2019 - Current

Fly Fishing Guide

WorldCast Anglers
04.2018 - 10.2023

Retail Associate

WorldCast Anglers
04.2016 - 05.2017

Production Assistant

Nautica
10.2015 - 11.2015

Assistant Manager

Heritage Marketplace
01.2012 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Randolph High School
Jake Flood