Thomas Russell
Noank,CT
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sailboat Rigging Technician
TPG Marina – Strategic Ventures
01.2023 - Current
- Manage the organization for storage of sailing vessel equipment and inspection for safety concerns to be repaired.
- Perform assembly and decommissioning of customers sailboats in marina facility.
Service Technician (Contract Position)
Prestige Yacht Sales
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Assemble and commission new imported yachts for delivery to new owners
- Perform warranty inspection and service on new power and sail boats
- Attend to and solve “in-season” service issues that arise on owners boats
Sailboat Rigging Technician
Noank Village Boatyard
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Prepare and decommission client’s vessels sail and rigging equipment for in-season use
- Contribute to associated company activities including: vessel service & storage, and facilities maintenance
Sailboat Rigging Lead
Brewers Pilots Point Marina
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Head the commissioning of varied sizes of 70 unit sailboat fleet and all associated equipment
- Complete required interval winter service work for annual on-board systems and maintenance
North Sails East - Service Department Coordinator
North Sails Technology Group
06.2014 - 10.2018
- Manage the flow of sail care activity to meet customer demands, and company margin
- Directly manage phone & internet sales, and inventory of Outlet Sails department
- O.S.H.A - Safety Trainer for warehouse forklift equipment personnel
Adult Sailing Director
Larchmont Yacht Club
05.2011 - 06.2014
- Oversee 160 family sailing programs, facilitating learning and racing activities
- Lead Instructor for classes that creatively teach adults confidently how to rig and operate Ideal 18 sailboats
- Manage the repair and rigging of the club owned sailboat and support motor boat fleets
Assistant Manager
Brown’s Boatyard
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Perform service, hauling and storage of 100+ boat facility; operate vessels and 25T travel-lift
- Responsible for material purchasing, service orders, and invoicing details
- Manage boat brokerage activities; interact with customers and buyers on boat opportunities
Northeast Regional Sales Manager
Pompanette / Bomar
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Promote sales of marine seating, deck hatch and window systems to OEM builders and distributors
- Coordinate with internal departments to meet customers varying design requirements
- Initiate OEM sales of newly developed product line, working with yacht designers and engineers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business – Marketing
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CTSkills
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service & Safety focused
- Multitasking and Organization
- Time Management and Goal Setting
Certification
- US Sailing, Keelboat Instructor Certified
- P.S.I.A. Certified Ski Instructor
Timeline
Sailboat Rigging Technician
TPG Marina – Strategic Ventures
01.2023 - Current
Service Technician (Contract Position)
Prestige Yacht Sales
12.2021 - 01.2023
Sailboat Rigging Technician
Noank Village Boatyard
09.2019 - 06.2021
Sailboat Rigging Lead
Brewers Pilots Point Marina
01.2018 - 10.2019
North Sails East - Service Department Coordinator
North Sails Technology Group
06.2014 - 10.2018
Adult Sailing Director
Larchmont Yacht Club
05.2011 - 06.2014
Assistant Manager
Brown’s Boatyard
01.2008 - 01.2011
Northeast Regional Sales Manager
Pompanette / Bomar
01.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business – Marketing
Central Connecticut State University
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