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James Thorogood

Javea,Valencia

Summary

Driven and ambitious with a versatile skill set spanning leadership, adaptability, and strategic problem-solving. Experience ranges from high-pressure hospitality roles to sports coaching, showing strong interpersonal and management skills. Deep interest in economics, financial markets, and global affairs, with a growing foundation in trading and investment analysis. Quick learner with a passion for physical fitness, personal growth, and long-term success across business and life.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4048
4048
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Kayak Tour Guide

Siesta Advisor
Javea, Spain
03.2024 - 06.2025
  • Led groups of up to 100 clients on guided kayak tours around the Spanish coastline.
  • Developed strong leadership, communication, and crowd management skills.
  • Ensured safety and enjoyment of participants, responding calmly to emergencies.
  • Completed ACA training course under certified instructor Henrik Koos.
  • Received 100+ personal positive reviews from customers due to exceptional service delivery.

Freelance Handyman & Muay Thai Instructor

Self Employed
Javea, Spain
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Provided various handyman services, including construction, removals, gardening, and babysitting.
  • Taught Muay Thai to both adults and children, organizing a self-defence club at school.
  • Learned to manage clients independently, tailoring lessons for different experience levels.

Property Development & Manual Labor

Self Employed
Llandudno, United Kingdom
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Jointly refurbished two apartments and a three-story townhouse in Llandudno, Wales, alongside m father, achieving a 104% profit margin on sale.
  • Gained hands-on experience in property maintenance, renovation, and labor-intensive work.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Fish and Chip Shop Employee

Neptune's Bistro
Beaumaris , United Kingdom
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Managed customer service, food preparation, and high-pressure shifts 12 hour during peak tourist seasons.
  • Handled customer complaints, ensuring resolution and satisfaction.

Airbnb Cleaner

The Housekeeper
Beaumaris, United Kingdom
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Focused on attention to detail and maintaining high cleaning standards.
  • Took on additional shift responsibilities during staff shortages demonstrating flexibility and commitment.

Education

A-Levels -

Laude Lady Elizabeth School
Alicante

GCSEs -

Ysgol David Hughes
Anglesey, United Kingdom

Skills

  • Drone Photography
  • Trading & Market Analysis
  • Multilingual
  • Aquatic Lifesaving & First Aid
  • Sports Coaching
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability

Affiliations

  • Football - Played as a winger for Llangefni FC and Pentraeth FC, winning a league title.
  • Muay Thai / MMA - Trained since 2019, competed in various events with a 2-1 win/loss.
  • Cadets - Former Sea Cadet and Army Cadet.
  • Gym - Dedicated 3+ years to resistance training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Kayak Tour Guide

Siesta Advisor
03.2024 - 06.2025

Freelance Handyman & Muay Thai Instructor

Self Employed
01.2022 - 01.2024

Property Development & Manual Labor

Self Employed
01.2021 - 01.2022

Fish and Chip Shop Employee

Neptune's Bistro
01.2019 - 01.2020

Airbnb Cleaner

The Housekeeper
01.2019 - 01.2020

A-Levels -

Laude Lady Elizabeth School

GCSEs -

Ysgol David Hughes

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