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MIKE BARNES

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· Instagram.com/mikeswalkingadventures

ABOUT ME

I'm a passionate and results-oriented individual with a unique background that blends the competitive drive of athletics with the success-oriented mindset of sales and marketing.

For over 12 years, I thrived in the world of professional sports, excelling as a water skier and hang glider pilot. During this time, I achieved numerous accolades, including Florida State Long Distance Jump Champion and Canadian National Long Distance Jump Champion. I even hold several Guinness World Records! My experiences instilled a strong work ethic, a competitive spirit, and the ability to perform under pressure. Following my athletic career, I transitioned seamlessly into the sales world. My drive and determination translated into consistent top-performer status, ranking within the top 10 in the USA for both Toyota new car sales and in-home sales for multiple years. Leveraging my communication and sales skills, I then pivoted into customer support and public speaking. I thrived in this role, traveling across the country to deliver engaging presentations at major real estate conventions, promoting real estate website products. For the past decade, I've channeled my entrepreneurial spirit into establishing myself as a successful Online Content Marketing Specialist. I assist businesses with website design and online content marketing strategies.

Most recently, I reconnected with my passion for hospitality by working at Harbour Island Athletic Club and Spa.

This diverse background allows me to bring a unique perspective and a wealth of experience to every endeavor I undertake.

EXPERIENCE

1984 – 1996

SKIER/HANGLIDER PILOT, CYPRESS GARDENS, FLORIDA

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For 12 years I was a professional water skier and hang glider pilot for Cypress Gardens Florida. Titles/Accomplishments include:

1996 - Florida State Long Distance Jump Champion.

1996 – Canadian National Long Distance Jump Champion. Also hold several Guinness World Records in Water Skiing and other stunts. See Videos: My Sporting Days, Hang Gliding

1998-2001

SALES ASSOCIATE, MIRACLE TOYOTA

Accomplishments include:

1998-2001 - Top 10 in the USA for Toyota New Car sales 3 years in a row. 2000-2003

SALES ASSOCIATE, WATER RESCOURSES INTERNATIONAL

Accomplishments include:

2000-2003 - Top 10 in the USA for in-home sales 3 years in a row. Reference: Don Gones – 229-***-****

2003-2009

CUSTOMER SUPPORT/PUBLIC SPEAKER, SUPERSMARTWEBPROFITS.COM Job Description:

Sales/Public Speaker/Website Designer/Customer Support: Spoke at major real estate conventions through-out the USA selling our real estate website products. 2009-CURRENT

ONLINE CONTENT MARKETING SPECIALIST, SEO-ALIEN.COM Job Description:

Self-employed. Website Design & Online Content Marketing. 2022-2023

HARBOUR ISLAND ATHLETIC CUB AND SPA, TAMPA,FLORIDA Job Description(s):

Hospitality, Tennis Court maintenance, Manager on Duty 2023-2024

TRAVEL TRADERS – TAMPA- DOWNTOWN HILTON – DOWNTOWN MARRIOT Job Description(s): - Retail Services: Open the store, close the store, Daily stocking Manager – Carolina: 1-272-***-****

Reason for leaving: Store did not renew contract with Hiton.