Michael J. (Mike) Thompson
**** ******** *****, ***** ************, Va. 23235
804-***-**** Home, 512-4299 Cell
*************@*****.***
Summary of Qualification
I have worked in the Hospitality Industry for over 35 years, mainly in Tour and Travel as a Planner of Tours, Meetings, Conventions and related activities. I was also Gen. Mgr of the Riverboat Annabel Lee, when it arrived in Richmond, which was a Dinner and Show Boat Cruise on the James. I worked with and hosted many Senior, Corp., Church and school groups over the years. I also acted as a Tour Escort & Driver on many Motorcoach Tours & Director of Rail and Cruise Tours, Domestic & International. Activities Planning was a vital part of my career. I am interested in Full or Part time in your Activities or Community Relations Dept. I have also been a speaker on Tours and Travel to many organizations. I feel that I will be as asset to your Organization. Currently I am retired and available immediately.
Relevant Skills
o Designer of Computer generated Promotional Material, Activities Planner for Seniors, Church, Corporate & Retirement Groups
o Speaker and Presenter of various programs& subjects
Achievements and Awards
Community Service Chairman for Manchester Moose Lodge supporting many Non-Profit organizations efforts in our Community such as Massey Cancer, Camp Baker a Camp for Handicapped Children, Camp Fantastic, a camp for children with Cancer, Down Syndrome, Children’s Hospital, Veterans Hospital, Family of the Wounded, Hospitality House at VCU/MCV, Kidney Foundation, Heart & Lung Associations, and many others. We support these organizations through the generosity of our members and guests through our Bingo Program.
Professional Experience
o Tour Director and Planner for Pleasure Craft Tours
o Director Of Tour and Travel for AAA of Virginia, Responsible for the operation of 12 offices throughout the state of Virginia
o Manager of Storyland Tours for James River Bus Lines
o Founder & President of Old Dominion Tours and Virginia Destinations
Volunteer Service
• Tuckahoe Volunteer Rescue Squads, 12 years, Past President
• Manchester Moose Lodge, Past Governor, Past District President, Currently Community Service Chairman & Board Trustee
• Church Choir, Epiphany Lutheran. Church
• McGuire Veterans Hospital