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A Reflection On Growth

 As I compiled an overview of my career achievements, I took the opportunity to reflect deeply on my technical expertise, personal and professional growth, and unwavering commitment to servant leadership. This document not only highlights my accomplishments but also provides a clear insight into how my leadership philosophy is seamlessly integrated into the camp setting. It reflects my journey as a lifelong learner, educator, and leader. Each section offers a curated glimpse into my capabilities, showcasing a collection of approximately 10 key achievements per area that speak to my dedication, drive, and results-oriented mindset. 
 

Through this reflection, I hope to convey the essence of my leadership style and philosophy, which have been shaped by the diverse opportunities and experiences I’ve been fortunate to embrace throughout my career. My goal is to secure a role where I can consistently leverage my strengths—cultivating growth, inspiring staff, and applying my unique talents to drive organizational success. 

I am excited about the prospect of collaborating with your organization to create meaningful impact. Together, we can chart new paths, working alongside community leaders who share and support your mission and vision. I look forward to not only representing and advancing the organization’s brand at regional and national conferences but also fostering initiatives that highlight the organization’s positive influence on the community and its families. 
 

In addition to my proven success in program development and strategic growth, I am confident in my ability to drive exceptional outcomes at a high level. I believe that vision alone is insufficient without the right people to bring it to life. Jim Collins articulates this well in Good to Great: “Leaders of companies that go from good to great start not with 'where,' but with 'who.' They get the right people on the bus, the wrong people off the bus, and the right people in the right seats.” 
 

Your organization is that bus, and I am prepared to take the driver’s seat—bringing vision, strategy, and dedication to lead your team toward a future of continued success. 
 

Be Competent ♦ Be Compassionate ♦ Be Curious ♦ Be Grateful ♦ Be Inspirational 

Certifications & Skills

Certification/Training- Current

BBP/ Universal Precautions Instructor  

Basic Life Support Instructor Trainer
First Aid and Severe Trauma Instructor

Life-Threatening Bleeding Tourniquet Application Instructor

15- Passenger Van Driver Instructor 

USA Archery Level II Instructor 

American Camp Association Lead Visitor 

Small Craft Safety Canoe/Kayak Instructor 

CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor 

Wilderness & Remote First Aid Instructor  

Leave No Trace Master Educator 

Wilderness First Responder (Expired)

Waterfront Lifeguarding 

UMVIM Senior Leader

Organizational Leader (Senior Director) 

Certifying/ Training Organization

American Red Cross

American Red Cross
American Red Cross
American Red Cross

Master Drive

USA Archery

American Camp Association

American Red Cross

American Red Cross

American Red Cross

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics

National Outdoor Leadership School

American Red Cross

International Missions United Methodist Church

YMCA of the USA

Affiliations

Association of YMCA Professionals 

American Camp Association 

Omicron Delta Kappa 

Western Association of Independent Camps 

American Red Cross
Diabetes Education and Camping Association 

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Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics

Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education

Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity

American Canoe Association

National Outdoor Leadership School 

ACA, Ohio Local Council of Leaders (LCOL)

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