Charlie Ballou

I have spent almost a decade working on the water at yacht clubs and on different vessels. I have my Merchant Mariner Credential License (Launch License) and am in the process of getting my 100 ton Captains License. 

WB Mason Co. Boston, MA

Market Development Specialist 2024-2025

• Assigned the territory of Somerville, Charlestown and Seaport

• Cold calling, lead generation, follow ups, and overseeing orders and delivery

• Handling pricing adjustments, writing quotes and maintaining close customer relationships

• Made 45 in-person calls per day, usually 20-25 cold calls and 15-20 follow ups

• Averaged 1.5 new accounts per day

• Generated $80,000 in new business volume since January 2025

• Utilized SalesForce CRM

Ocean 1 Yachts Sarasota, FL (Remote)

Sales and Marketing Associate 2023-2025

• Assisted marketing team by creating boat listings, digital brochures, social media posts, SEO

• Worked boat shows to help promote and sell company’s products

M/Y Independence, 55ft Palm Beach Motor Yacht Warwick Neck, RI

First Mate/Deckhand 2024-2025

• Prepared vessel for trips and managed lines and fenders for docking and departing

• Cleaned vessel meticulously and performed maintenance when needed

Barrington Yacht Club Barrington, RI

Launch Driver 2017-2024

• Transported members and guests to and from their moored vessels

• Responsible for marina operations and safety while ensuring efficiency of all services

Head Launch Driver and Waterfront Manager 2023-2024

• Directed all waterfront oppositions, while supervising 10 employees

College of Wooster Wooster, OH

Bachelor of Arts in Global Media and Digital Studies 2024

• Honors: Dean’s List, Dean’s Scholarship recipient

Harvard Extension School Boston, MA

CSCI E-11: Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, and Cybersecurity 2026