Jesse Cappella
Summary
Results-driven leader with 17 years of experience in the United States Coast Guard and proven success in residential roofing sales. Extensive background leading teams, managing high-risk operations, enforcing federal regulations, and delivering exceptional customer service. Transitioned military leadership skills into a high-performing sales role, generating more than $700,000 in insurance-approved roofing projects within the first year.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Contractor
Pure Roofing
Stafford
03.2025 - Current
- Generated over $700,000 in approved insurance restoration projects.
- Conducted more than 100 residential storm damage inspections.
- Educated homeowners on insurance claims and roofing restoration processes.
- Built strong client relationships, resulting in high customer satisfaction and referrals.
- Led and mentored team members to improve sales performance and field operations.
- Coordinated projects from inspection through insurance approval and contract execution.
Military
United States Coast Gaurd
Boston
08.2007 - 09.2024
- Served 17 years in the United States Coast Guard in leadership, maritime law enforcement, and operational roles.
- Qualified Small Boat Coxswain responsible for the safe operation of multiple small boat platforms and the safety of crew and passengers during high-risk missions.
- Served as a Boarding Officer conducting federal law enforcement boardings and enforcing U.S. maritime laws.
- Served as a Law Enforcement Mission Coordinator (LMR), coordinating law enforcement operations and mission planning.
- Served as Section Leader, supervising personnel, scheduling operations, maintaining readiness, and mentoring junior members.
- Qualified Underway Officer of the Deck (OOD), directing cutter navigation and safe vessel operations.
- Led teams during search and rescue, homeland security, and maritime security missions.
- Planned and executed complex operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.
- Trained, evaluated, and mentored personnel to maintain operational excellence and mission readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA 06.2026 - 06.2026
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Client relationship management
- Operations Management
- Maritime Law Enforcement
- Risk Assessment
- Customer Relations
- Sales & Business Development
- Insurance Claims
- Storm Damage Assessment
- Contract Negotiation
- Safety Management
- Training & Mentoring
- Problem Solving
- Public Speaking
- Mission Planning
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
ECPI University
06.2026 - 06.2026
Sales Contractor
Pure Roofing
03.2025 - Current
Military
United States Coast Gaurd
08.2007 - 09.2024