Kevin R Devries, Age 70747 1200, Ogden, UT 84404

Byron Center, Michigan

Leisure, Travel & Tourism

Cruise Holidays of Grand Rapids Jan 2006 - Jan 2012
President/Accredited Cruise Counselor ReImagine Inc. - Bryon Center, MI Jan 2005 - 2012
President Ark Search LLC - Mt Ararat, Turkey Jul 2009 - Aug 2011
Lead Mountaineer Planet X Inc Oct 1997 - Nov 2004
Founder/President Non Profit Organizations - Michigan & Nationwide Jan 1990 - Jan 2000
Youth Director, National Youth Consultant

Global University 1989 - 1997
LCS 1982 - 1986

- Proficient in MS Office Suite and related software applications., co-authored a book-length manual for denominational young adult ministry efforts, Applications, Manual Testing, Tourism, Event Management, Hospitality, Hotels, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Social Media, Marketing, Online Advertising, Strategic Planning, New Business Development

Participant in the “Explorers Grand Slam,” climbing 5 of the 7 continental summits -first attempts and skiing to the North Pole with national media coverage Kayaked all 5 Great Lakes Boston Marathon Qualifier. Explorer, adventurer and group travel leader to nearly all 50 US states and over 60 countries on 6 continents, gaining hands-on exposure to cross-cultural dynamics and international business practices.

Best Overall Group Promotion
Cruise Holidays
Award-winning senior leadership in new business development, target marketing, major account management, advertising campaigns, event and enterprise planning in consumer-oriented market spaces. Solid industry reputation for consistent revenue growth, consumer insights, fiscal accountability, business operations, public relations and speaking, competitive analysis and industry networking. ➢ Self-motivated Change Agent, Product Champion and Market Leader that achieves peak performance, ensures total client satisfaction, maintains peak quality service and meet aggressive sales objectives. ➢ Expertise in the negotiation and execution of complex contracts with top management, industry partners and key decision-makers; fully familiar with cost savings, process improvements and stakeholder relations. ➢ Effective training, mentoring, and development of professional and corporate staff in all product lines; multi-tasking talents in organization, needs assessment and C-suite interaction. ➢ Multi-tasking talents in team building, organization, needs assessment, program implementation and accurate documentation in time-sensitive situations. ➢ In-depth knowledge of start-up operations, brand positioning, P&L, budgeting, cost controls, crisis management, strategic planning and competitive analysis. ➢ Creative development and implementation of successful business processes and high-impact market initiatives; rapid delivery of time-sensitive programs and products per client requirements. ➢ Recognized for exceptional skills in sales, target marketing, promotions, account strategies, trade show participation and profitable relations with clients in Global 500, Media, Non-Profit and Professional Sports.