Payton Bolick
Wilkesboro,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Flexible and able to think outside the box to solve issues rapidly and effectively. Learns new skills rapidly from years spent working in extremely high-stakes environments
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Potter
Boone Pottery Co
Wilkesboro, NC
01.2025 - Current
- Directed daily operations, ensuring high-quality pottery production and adherence to safety standards.
- Served as creative director, ensuring variety and a unique presence compared to other brands.
- Managed event bookings, hosted workshops, and forecasted and ordered supplies and materials.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility and increased customer engagement.
Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
05.2018 - 01.2025
- Conducted Foreign Internal Defense bolstering relationships with host nation and European Partners.
- Enhanced communication and organizational skills through the execution of critical mission tasks.
- Utilized personal knowledge to enhance infrastructure for a remote outpost.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Applied expertise to improve infrastructure at remote outpost. to enhance infrastructure for a remote outpost.
Security Guard Supervisor
High Country Solutions LLC
Boone, NC
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing overall safety culture.
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
- Coordinated security staff rotation to ensure effective position coverage across multiple venues.
- De-escalated tense situations, prioritizing safety of personnel and attendees while maintaining order.
Golf Operations Manager (Seasonal)
Blowing Rock Country Club
Blowing Rock, NC
07.2014 - 10.2017
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high quality of service for country club members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high quality of service to country club members.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of golf operation employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2018
High School Diploma -
Watauga High School
Boone, NC06-2014
Skills
- Advanced pottery techniques
- Functional ceramics production
- Kiln operation expertise
- Supervision and leadership
- Pottery production management
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Kiln firing techniques
- Problem solving technical and social issues
Awards
Army Commendation Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award)
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Parachutist Badge
Timeline
Owner/Potter
Boone Pottery Co
01.2025 - Current
Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
US Army
05.2018 - 01.2025
Security Guard Supervisor
High Country Solutions LLC
10.2016 - 12.2017
Golf Operations Manager (Seasonal)
Blowing Rock Country Club
07.2014 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Watauga High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Appalachian State University