Louis-Philippe Robert
Westholme,BC
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled professional with a strong background in sales, surfboard and kayak craftsmanship, and CNC machine operations. Seeking a challenging role to apply my expertise in sales, customer service, fabrication, design, and team management to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Kayak Builder
Seaward Kayaks Inc.
Current
- Proficiently handle all aspects of kayak construction, from mold making to gel coating, cockpit creation, fiberglassing, and artistic design
- Ensure the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship in every kayak produced.
CNC Machine Builder (Owner)
Revolucion Shaping Co.
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Owned and managed daily operations, leading a skilled team of professionals
- Designed CAD parts and skillfully machined components
- Constructed CNC machines up to 20 feet in length, catering to the surf industry.
Brand Ambassador, CNC Operator, and Surfboard Shaper
UWL Surfboards France
11.2004 - 09.2007
- Relocated Addiction Surfboard Canada to Europe to lead the European market in surfboard production
- Led production and provided expert supervision for staff members
- Operated CNC machines to shape surfboards and conducted essential maintenance
- Executed machine calibration, CAD design, and surfboard shaping and glassing.
Owner of Addiction Surfboards Inc.
Addiction Surfboards Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Managed all facets of the business, including surfboard building, fiberglass work, and airbrush artistry
- Oversaw employees, boosted sales, and excelled in design work and logo creation.
Design Works, Logos
Addiction Snowboards Inc.
01.1993 - 01.1999
- Established the second snowboard company in Canada at the age of 16
- Successfully sold the company to Japan, selling over 11,000 snowboards after presenting at trade shows in Las Vegas.
Education
Master Shaper - Surfboards Building
Town And Country Surfboards
Larochelle , France01.2003
High School Diploma -
Les Compagnons De Cartiers
Cap-rouge, Qc09.1994
Skills
- Expert in kayak building, CNC machine construction, and operation
- Sales and trade show expertise
- CAD design and precision machining
- Proven leadership in team management and staff supervision
- Proficiency in fiberglass work and airbrush artistry
- Adept at machine calibration and maintenance
- Strong problem-solving and creative design abilities
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Kayak Builder
Seaward Kayaks Inc.
Current
CNC Machine Builder (Owner)
Revolucion Shaping Co.
01.2008 - 01.2021
Brand Ambassador, CNC Operator, and Surfboard Shaper
UWL Surfboards France
11.2004 - 09.2007
Owner of Addiction Surfboards Inc.
Addiction Surfboards Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2004
Design Works, Logos
Addiction Snowboards Inc.
01.1993 - 01.1999
Master Shaper - Surfboards Building
Town And Country Surfboards
High School Diploma -
Les Compagnons De Cartiers