Personable leader with impeccable integrity and judgment to make the right decisions under pressure.

  Valuable, hands-on leadership experience while safely operating vessels up to 70 feet in length.

  Led a team that persuaded 65% of guests to become repeat customers by providing exceptional service.

  Solid listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with key stakeholders.

  Adaptable, versatile and flexible team player with experience coordinating and managing teams.

  Strong time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Proficient operating a retail Point of Sale (POS) computer system.

Captain, Eclipse Sportfishing San Diego, CA 2013-Present

  Safely operate a 28-passenger boat according to United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations.

  Inspect mechanical equipment prior to departure to ensure it is operating efficiently.

  Assess the performance of engines, navigation systems, fire extinguishers and life preservers before the vessel leaves the dock to ensure all safety measures are in proper working order.

  Leverage technology such as sonar, radars, lights and radios to navigate safely.

  Communicate effectively with fellow crew members as well as passengers.

  Delegate responsibilities to team members, including to operate engines; transport cargo; repair ship equipment; steer the vessel; and help passengers on and off the boat.

  Demonstrate excellent judgment to make appropriate decisions that ensure the safety of all parties.

Captain, San Diego Whale Watch San Diego, CA 2013-2016

  Maintained responsibility for safely transporting up to 150 passengers on whale watching excursions.

  Adhered to USCG regulations in order to ensure crew members and guests had a safe and fun experience.

  Built and maintained positive communications with team members to ensure safe transport of customers.

Sales Associate, Charkbait San Diego, CA 2013

  Demonstrated strong listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills while speaking with customers in person or over the telephone.

  Educated customers about select merchandise and also processed transactions using a POS machine.

  Ensured there was an adequate stock of merchandise and inventory on the sales floor.

  Monitored inventory, ensuring an adequate inventory of terminal tackle and bait.

Deckhand, Morning Star Sportfishing Ocean City, MD 2012-2013

  Collaborated effectively with a team of colleagues to ensure customers could safely navigate the deck.

  Assisted customers with safely embarking and disembarking a sportsfishing vessel.

  Helped fellow crew members resolve technical problems and cleaned and maintained the vessel.

Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Management, Franciscan University Steubenville, OH; earned 2012

  Major Coursework: Business Management; Business Ethics; Business Law; Macroeconomics; Statistics; Marketing; Sales; and Advanced Marketing Courses.

100 Ton Master Captain s License Professional, United States Coast Guard

First Aid and CPR Instructor Certified

Dear Hiring Manager:

With this letter, I wish to express my strong interest in joining your organization as a (INSERT JOB TITLE HERE).

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I am a personable leader with impeccable integrity and judgment to make the right decisions under pressure. I ve provided valuable, hands-on leadership experience while safely operating vessels up to 70 feet in length. Among my achievements and unique qualifications:

  Led a team that persuaded 65% of guests to become repeat customers by providing exceptional service.

  Solid listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with key stakeholders.

  Adaptable, versatile and flexible team player with experience coordinating and managing teams.

  Strong time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.

Since 2013, I have served as a Captain at Eclipse Sportfishing. In this capacity, I safely operate a passenger boat according to United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations. I inspect mechanical equipment prior to departure to ensure it is operating efficiently. Additionally, I assess the performance of engines, navigation systems, fire extinguishers and life preservers before the vessel leaves the dock to ensure all safety measures are in proper working order. While operating the boat, I leverage technology such as sonar, radars, lights and radios to navigate safely. I also communicate effectively with fellow crew members as well as passengers. In this capacity, I delegate responsibilities to team members, including to operate engines; transport cargo; repair ship equipment; steer the vessel; and help passengers on and off the boat.

I hold a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management from Franciscan University.

As your leader, you will find me to be a team player committed to exceeding your performance expectations. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Anthony Cannuli

619-762-0858