Charlie Ballou
Marina Manager and Captain
Hire this person
Send a job offer directly to this candidate
About
I have spent almost a decade working on the water at yacht clubs and on different vessels. I have my Merchant Mariner Credential License (Launch License) and am in the process of getting my 100 ton Captains License.
Experience
WB Mason Co. Boston, MA
Market Development Specialist 2024-2025
- Assigned the territory of Somerville, Charlestown and Seaport
- Cold calling, lead generation, follow ups, and overseeing orders and delivery
- Handling pricing adjustments, writing quotes and maintaining close customer relationships
- Made 45 in-person calls per day, usually 20-25 cold calls and 15-20 follow ups
- Averaged 1.5 new accounts per day
- Generated $80,000 in new business volume since January 2025
- Utilized SalesForce CRM
Ocean 1 Yachts Sarasota, FL (Remote)
Sales and Marketing Associate 2023-2025
- Assisted marketing team by creating boat listings, digital brochures, social media posts, SEO
- Worked boat shows to help promote and sell company’s products
M/Y Independence, 55ft Palm Beach Motor Yacht Warwick Neck, RI
First Mate/Deckhand 2024-2025
- Prepared vessel for trips and managed lines and fenders for docking and departing
- Cleaned vessel meticulously and performed maintenance when needed
Barrington Yacht Club Barrington, RI
Launch Driver 2017-2024
- Transported members and guests to and from their moored vessels
- Responsible for marina operations and safety while ensuring efficiency of all services
Head Launch Driver and Waterfront Manager 2023-2024
- Directed all waterfront oppositions, while supervising 10 employees
Education
College of Wooster Wooster, OH
Bachelor of Arts in Global Media and Digital Studies 2024
- Honors: Dean’s List, Dean’s Scholarship recipient
Harvard Extension School Boston, MA
CSCI E-11: Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, and Cybersecurity 2026
