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Jordan Parks: Operations Manager in Portland, ME

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Jordan Parks

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Operations Manager
Portland | United States
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SailMaine

Operations Manager | 09/2018 - Current

Lead the wide ranging day-to-day operations of the organization, including overseeing and manage employees, payroll, coordinating volunteers, planning and hosting events, and maintaining marketing and fundraising schedules. Build and implement educational adult sailing programs, lessons and community based events to provide inclusive, affordable and accessible on-water experiences. Continuously provide advocacy, representation and education for non-white participants in a white-led organization.
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Jordan Kendall Parks

Visual and Graphic Artist | 01/2011 - Current

Self-employed artist working in printmaking, painting, 3D and textile design. Arranged and curated multiple shows and community events. Collaborated with individuals and businesses to bring ideas to life. Significant Creative Accomplishments and Projects Include: Curator and Exhibiting Artist, Windward Exhibition, Interactive Public Art Show on Casco Bay Curator and Exhibiting Artist, Surface First Tilts West, Outdoor Public Art Show on an uninhabited island in Maine. Kindling Fund Grant Award. Member of Black Artist’s Forum, a coalition dedicated to contributing to the growth of individual creators and the community of Black artists in Maine. Resident Artist, Skaftfell Visual Art Center, Seydisfjordur, Iceland Resident Artist, Hewnoaks Artist Colony, Lowell, Maine
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Global Service Partnerships

International Director | 05/2018 - 08/2018

Led multiple groups of American high schoolers on service-based leadership programs. Organized and managed mentors, who interfaced directly with students. Maintained exceptional risk awareness and communication between international partners, families and GLA headquarters. Initiated discussions with leadership and students regarding issues of race, gender-identity and marginalization.
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Rippleffect

Senior Sea Kayak Guide and Outdoor Educator | 04/2015 - 05/2018

Managed and mentored groups of youth and adults while developing leadership skills and encouraging self, peer and environmental awareness. Built effective program specific curriculum and managed budgets for sustainable programming.
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Patagonia, Inc.

Sales Associate and Garment Repairs | 12/2015 - 04/2016

Responsible for providing a supportive and fun shopping experience for customers. Participated in local and global environmental campaigns and projects. Repaired customer’s garments in house in a timely manner.
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Boston Pedicab

Pedicab Driver | 03/2012 - 08/2015

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts | 2011 - 2015

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