Summerland, British Columbia, Canada
Studying ethical use of AI
Developing new company to search and locate lost animals including pets and livestock.
Contractor delivering packages for Amazon. Hard work though a deceptively simple business model.
Founder - In partnership with spouse, Ogopogo Tours aimed to create the “Best tour ever!” with sustainability in mind by guiding unique wine and bespoke tour experiences for small groups of guests seeking personalized service. In five years of existence, it became a leading Okanagan tour company with global recognition and international contracts being considered prior to closure in 2020 due to pandemic. Recognized for its commitment to sustainability, accessibility, inclusivity and customer service. Hosted guests from 30 different countries. Recognition included: o Accessible Tourism Award (inaugural award) - BC Tourism Industry Awards, 2020 o TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice (top 10% in the world), 2020 o Tourism Excellence Award - Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce, 2019 o Living Wage Employer, 2019 o Sustainable Tourism Certified Gold 2019-2021, Sustainable Tourism o Sustainable Business Industry Excellence Award - Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce, 2018 o TripAdvisor Award of Excellence, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 o Tour Company of the Year - Canada, Luxury Travel Guide, 2019-2020 o Sustainable Tour Operator of the Year - Canada, Luxury Travel Guide, 2017, 2018 o First certified carbon neutral wine tour operator in Canada o Created new jobs in community o Recruited, hired, supervised and trained employees including year-end reviews Chief Executive Officer, Trainer and Lead Guide o From 1 guide with an old van to global recognition for sustainability and Accessibility, in 5 years o Passenger Transportation Branch license renewal Tour Guide o Guided tours and provided excellent customer service o Drove the first motorcycle/sidecar licensed for 4 people o Educated guests about the region, the wines, the history and culture. o Safely drove guests in up to 24 passenger vehicles
Commercial photographer, published in several countries, waterfall hunter