Wyatt Evans
New York,NY
Summary
Motivated post-college student with a strong academic background in Geology (Gemology) and Finance. Currently studying to become a Graduate Gemologist at GIA New York City. Passionate outdoorsman with over a decade of experience in prospecting, mineral mining; more than 3 years experience with opal cutting, and lapidary work. Skilled in sourcing and dealing with unique mineral specimens globally. Hardworking, positive, and adaptable, with a track record of success in various roles from commercial fishing to many international leadership roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Fisherman
Icicle Seafoods
Valdez, AK
06.2023 - 10.2023
- I worked on a commercial salmon fishing boat, participating in various roles such as lead-guy, corks, and processing/sorting catches. Assisted in maintaining equipment and ensuring the efficiency and utmost safety of fishing operations.
- Cooked meals for the crew as the head chef for the duration of the season along with my other duties as a deckhand.
Facet Gem Co.
Facet Gem Co.
New York, NY
05.2022 - Current
- CEO and Owner of Facet Gem Co.
- Specializes in Phenomenal gems and rare mineral specimens.
- We try and source the best quality mineral specimens from all around the world, including self collected material from our home state idaho.
- Opals, Loose Gemstones, Mineral Specimens, Semi-precious gemstones and Agates.
- From Mine to Market
Field Gemologist
Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
- Identified many active mineral deposits through field work, aerial and satellite photography, geochemical testing, and geological maps.
- Owns 2 mines leased by the state of idaho. One of which supplies many lapidary artists across the nation.
- Prospecting and mineral collecting for over a decade.
Investment Analyst and Marketing team member
Lilac Partners
- Focus on updating our clients portfolios with curated stock picks and VC options that produce the highest return with the lowest max loss during that period of time
- Helped design and implement an algorithm to track and trade stocks for our Algo fund
- Helped to market and design our new ESG fund as well as shifting our investments to hold the company to higher environmental standards.
Bartender and Free Float
Scout Wine Bar
Ketchum, ID
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Kept customers happy with great selections of wine and food, and great conversation
- Helped to keep a positive work environment by always keeping a positive attitude, and looking to help in any way possible- Business was kept always stocked, and helped to sell more items by marketing them to the appropriate customer
- Maintained lasting connections with customers and locals in the area, both increasing sales and word of mouth.
SURVIVAL CAMP VOLUNTEER AND LEADER
Benji Hill
Hailey, ID
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked at a survival camp over the summer teaching a group of 10 kids all aged around 13 years old
- Guided how to fish, trap, build shelters, and fend for themselves in the great outdoors with the help of the TV show "Alone" contestant Benji Hill.
MOREL HUNTER AND SELLER TO LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Fun-guy Fungi
05.2017 - 07.2023
- Morel hunter and entrepreneur
- I partnered with The Vintage, The Knob Hill Inn, and the Ketchum grill to provide new and fresh ingredients.
- Throughout the spring months, I brought a strong work ethic to the table, ensuring that the restaurants would have their products in time for their nightly specials at a fair price to the consumers.
Education
Graduate Gemologist - Gemology
Gemological Institute of America-New York
New York, NY07-2024
High School Diploma -
Spring Street International School
Friday Harbor, WA06-2021
Second year - Dual Major, Geology (gemology), Finance
Whitman College
Walla Walla, WASkills
- Diamond Evaluations
- GIA Standards
- Team Building
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Stone Identification
- Lapidary
- Ambitious
- Creative
- Optimistic
Accomplishments
- IYT (International Yacht Training) Certified
- CPR/Lifeguard Certified Red Cross
- PADI Scuba Certified
- NOLS Graduate
- Can understand Spanish and can converse semi proficiently
- Food preparation and safety procedures
- Highschool Diploma
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Commercial Fisherman
Icicle Seafoods
06.2023 - 10.2023
Bartender and Free Float
Scout Wine Bar
09.2022 - 12.2023
Facet Gem Co.
Facet Gem Co.
05.2022 - Current
SURVIVAL CAMP VOLUNTEER AND LEADER
Benji Hill
06.2020 - 09.2020
MOREL HUNTER AND SELLER TO LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Fun-guy Fungi
05.2017 - 07.2023
Field Gemologist
Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
Investment Analyst and Marketing team member
Lilac Partners
Graduate Gemologist - Gemology
Gemological Institute of America-New York
High School Diploma -
Spring Street International School
Second year - Dual Major, Geology (gemology), Finance
Whitman College
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