Derek Tutt
Guelph,ON
Summary
Results-driven sales professional with a proven ability to build relationships, secure partnerships, and exceed goals in fast-paced environments. Experienced in customer engagement, negotiation, and strategic planning, with a track record of securing sponsorships, managing events, and leading teams. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities ensure success in high-pressure sales and leadership roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sponsorship Coordinator
University of Guelph Ski and Snowboard Club
Guelph, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Experienced in collaborating with companies and partners to secure sponsorships that support events, trips, and member engagement for a rapidly growing ski and snowboard club.
- Coordinated logistics and planning for club trips to destinations like Blue Mountain, Mont-Sainte-Anne, and Banff, ensuring a seamless experience for 400+ members.
- Organized and executed club events, such as a movie night, raffles, and bar nights, fostering a welcoming community for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels.
Guide/Leader
Camp Wanapitei
Temagami, Ontario
06.2023 - Current
- Developed leadership, risk management, and problem-solving skills by overseeing groups in challenging outdoor conditions, fostering resilience, and teamwork.
- Provided mentorship and skill development to campers, teaching paddling techniques, outdoor survival skills, and environmental stewardship while promoting personal growth and confidence.
- Lived and worked in the wilderness for months each year, demonstrating adaptability, self-sufficiency, and resilience while leading and supporting backcountry canoe expeditions.
Professional Ski Instructor
Toronto Ski Club
The Blue Mountains, Ontario
12.2020 - Current
- Created positive learning atmosphere by encouraging open communication with students.
- Specializing in terrain park progression, helping students overcome fears and develop freestyle skills, while continuously improving my own technical abilities in the park.
- Instructed a diverse range of students, from young children to adults, through both club lessons and private sessions, tailoring lessons to individual skill levels and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing Management
University of Guelph
Guelph, None01-2027
High School Diploma -
Christ The King
Georgetown, ON06-2022
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Sponsorship activation
- Brand awareness
- Risk Assessment & Safety Management
- Experiential Education & Mentorship
- Wilderness First Aid & Emergency Response
Certification
- CSIA Certified, Level One Instructors
- CSIA Certified, Terrain Park Instructors
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
- White Water Rescue Technician (WRT)
- Standard First Aid
- Bronze Cross
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- Selected Big Air Athlete at Blue Mountain Big Air Event (2023 & 2024) – Invited to participate in Blue Mountain’s Big Air event, showcasing freestyle skiing skills alongside top riders; landed my first-ever Cork 1080 in the 2024 event.
- Two-Month Canoe Trip – Successfully completed a 60-day wilderness expedition from Horton Lake to Tuktoyaktuk, developing leadership, survival, and navigation skills in remote Arctic conditions.
Affiliations
- Guitarist & Music Enthusiast – Playing for two years, learning and performing songs with a passion for creating original music.
- Outdoor Adventurer – Passionate about backcountry skiing, hiking, and exploring remote landscapes year-round.
- Mountain Biking Enthusiast – Regularly ride technical trails, developing bike handling skills, endurance, and a love for outdoor adventure.
- Rock Climbing & Bouldering – Train both indoors and outdoors, focusing on strength, problem-solving, and technical climbing techniques.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sponsorship Coordinator
University of Guelph Ski and Snowboard Club
09.2024 - Current
Guide/Leader
Camp Wanapitei
06.2023 - Current
Professional Ski Instructor
Toronto Ski Club
12.2020 - Current
- CSIA Certified, Level One Instructors
- CSIA Certified, Terrain Park Instructors
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
- White Water Rescue Technician (WRT)
- Standard First Aid
- Bronze Cross
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing Management
University of Guelph
High School Diploma -
Christ The King
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