Justin Wellman

Versatile and results-driven recreation manager with 15+ years of experience in recreation and business management. Successfully identified market gaps and implemented innovative solutions to increase business volume. Proven leadership in hiring, training, and developing high-performing teams while managing budgets to enhance guest experiences. Certified as an instructor in swift water rescue (ACA) and first aid (HSI), emphasizing safety and customer satisfaction.

Owner - Sunriver Raft and Float - Bend, OR

(2024-05)

Responsible for all aspects of the business that provides river shuttles and livery services.

• Identified a transportation gap in the market and modified our service offering to include a "doorstep shuttle" to meet market demand.
• Implemented a GPS tracking system for boats and vehicles to improve efficiency and minimize guests waiting at the takeout. Resulting in a 25% increase in trips offered and 99% of all guests were greeted at the takeout when they arrived.
• Negotiated the purchase of the business in 2024. After the 2025 season, revenue increased 25% per guest and total volume by 4x.

Recreation Manager - Seventh Mountain Resort - Bend, OR

(2012-05 - 2024-06)

Manage all aspects of Seventh Mountain River Company and Seventh Mountain Ice Rink for the resort.

• Hire and train staff for all aspects of the business.
• Develop marketing plans to drive top line revenue.
• Manage labor and expenses to meet budgets.
• Talk with guests and make suggestions on the recreation opportunities available to improve their stay.
• Sell rafting and ice skating to groups, families and individuals.
• Certified instructor in swift water rescue, rafting, first aid, and CPR. Use challenge by choice and outdoor education philosophy when teaching.
• Manage the resort gift shop, ordering, inventory and sales.

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science - Oregon State University