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Shawn Adams

Akron,OH

Summary

A strong leader who enhanced team performance through mentorship and training, while also optimizing brewing processes as a Brewmaster, driving innovation and quality in product development.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Fighter Paramedic

City Of Akron Fire Department
09.2000 - Current
  • Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
  • Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
  • Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
  • Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
  • Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.

Brewmaster

Akronym Brewing
01.2016 - 10.2024
  • Evaluated emerging trends in craft beer industry to identify potential opportunities for innovation or growth within the business.
  • Collaborated with marketing team for successful product launches and promotional events.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Streamlined brewing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings.
  • Managed inventory of raw materials, ensuring consistent availability for production needs.
  • Managed brewery tours, providing an engaging educational experience that increased consumer appreciation for our products.

Cycling Coach

Cycle Smart
01.2011 - 01.2017
  • Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching And Coaching

University of Akron
Akron, OH

Master of Science - Natural Resources Management

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA

Skills

  • Leadership qualities
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Yeast management
  • Sensory analysis
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Quality control management
  • Brewing process optimization
  • Brew recipe development
  • Good manufacturing practices
  • Equipment maintenance

Certification

  • MBAA District Board Member
  • BA Sensory Trained
  • Certified Beer judge
  • CFI - Certified Fire Inspector
  • HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response

Timeline

Brewmaster

Akronym Brewing
01.2016 - 10.2024

Cycling Coach

Cycle Smart
01.2011 - 01.2017

Fire Fighter Paramedic

City Of Akron Fire Department
09.2000 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Teaching And Coaching

University of Akron

Master of Science - Natural Resources Management

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania