Alex Adagio
Guide, Visual Art Direction · Knotcraft Fly Fishing
Denver, CO
In My Own Words
I’m categorically organized and work off the idea that progress comes through an ability to create new opportunities and routinely think outside the box. I believe in the power of conversation and fully understanding direction as ideas become reality. Problem solving is at the core of my day-to-day, and a good deal of the work that I do is based on interpreting information to create a path to delivering the highest quality products in the most transparent, timely, and effective way possible.
I'm a writer, photographer, and fly fishing guide based on the Front Range. Working or not, I’m generally knee deep in a trout stream or halfway down a mountain. I’ve found that the fresher the air is, the happier I am, so I make a point to look for it at each turn.
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Instagram: @alexadagio
Work Experience
Guide, Visual Art Direction
Knotcraft Fly Fishing2019 – Present
In January of 2019 I set on a path to learn, observe, and supplement my thinking with a more tangible perspective on people, the outdoors, and the relationship between the two. Knotcraft is an angling and observation company rooted design. It is an ethic of perception, interpretation, and delivery. I'm a professional fly fishing guide based on the Front Range in Colorado. From leadership, to local knowledge, and regional expertise, I provide guests with the tools and know-how to achieve world class fishing experiences on outstanding water systems and in unbelievable places. I'm an expert in fly fishing instruction for technique related requirements as well as tactical strategy in pursuit of fish species.
White Label Sales
Topo Designs2016 – 2019
The White Label program encompasses B2B and corporate sales, bulk, custom, collaboration, and otherwise unique projects outside the normal retail or online channels. Being part of the wave of success that Topo Designs has experienced has opened up my ability to create and think critically about the planning elements necessary in product development, design requirements, inventory management and warehousing, as well as brand identity within the scope of sales. I developed the White Label program from the ground up to handle all requirements that exist outside traditional retail and ecommerce channels.
National Sponsorship Coordinator
Oskar Blues Brewery2016 – 2016
I worked within and across the sales, marketing, promotional, and sponsorship areas of the brewery in order to create or facilitate opportunities that would serve to further develop the Oskar Blues brand. Utilizing sponsorship resources on a national scale, the objective of the program was to develop relationships with communities and individuals across disciplines to make for amazing experiences and encourage positive sales growth as part of a larger go-to-market strategy.
Operations and Project Manger
EDC Consulting LLC2012 – 2016
I worked across company’s management, sales, business development, and onsite delivery teams to help make sound decisions thereby accelerating productivity and minimizing costs. As the Operations Manager for the company, my role revolved around ensuring the best possible quality, cost, and timely delivery of workforce tasking. In addition to facilitating the delivery of ongoing programs, I was part of the process in qualifying and approving incoming opportunities to develop EDC’s go-to-market strategy based on needs or climate. In addition to my overall role at EDC, I was the Facility Security Officer for the company and contributed as a Project Manager in several capacities.
Director of Operations
Hardcore Hockey2003 – 2012
While contributing full time as a professional hockey instructor and hands-on coaching asset, I led business operations, development, sales, marketing, and ancillary processes for the Hardcore Hockey brand. Critical in this role was the creation and dissemination of detailed marketing and communication plans for outreach and sales to current and prospective clients. In addition to a foundational role with the company, I managed all public relations requirements, content generation, editing, proofreading, and publishing for the brand.
