Brendan Guthrie
Professional Coach · REAL Watersports
Kill Devil Hills, NC
In My Own Words
Experienced Kiteboarding Instructor and small vessel operator with a demonstrated history of working in the environmental services industry. Skilled in Marine Sciences, Seafloor Habitat Mapping and Ecological Assessments, Oceanographic Exploration, Sales, and Coaching lacrosse and watersports like kiteboarding, surfing, wakeboarding and sailing. Strong community and social services professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Marine Biology from College of Charleston.
Work Experience
Head Lacrosse Coach
Arden Diamondbacks Lacrosse2021 – 2021
Boys Lacrosse Coach for U11 Diamondbacks Blue Team in Annapolis, MD
Marine GIS Analyst
CSS2019 – 2020
Marine GIS Analyst for CSS-Inc working at the NOAA NCCOS Biogeographic Branch
Coach
REAL Watersports2018 – 2019
• Instructed kiteboarding and surfing lessons for beginners and advanced riders at Real Watersports. • Provided an all-inclusive experience in the best conditions on the East Coast. • Offered offsite coaching for clients traveling to the Caribbean, ensuring they had all necessary gear and instruction.
Hydrographic Technician at NOAA Atlantic Hydrographic Branch
NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration2017 – 2019
Hydographic Assistant Survey Technician
NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration2017 – 2017
Coastal Engineering Intern
AECOM2016 – 2016
Intern for the AECOM Coastal Engineering office in Charleston, SC
Instructor/Team Rider
Icywakes Surf Shop2009 – 2016
I am a team rider for Icywakes and compete in wakeboarding, kiteboarding, surfing competitions. I have also taught wakeboard lessons and summer camps for Icywakes.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
College of Charleston2011 – 2016
Major: Marine Biology Minor: Geology
College of Charleston Offshore Sailing Athlete 2014-2015
TA for BEAMS / Seafloor Mapping research class 2014-2015
President of Kiteboarding club 2014-2015
Vice President of Watersports Club 2013-2014
