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Deano · November 19th, 2009, 01:08 PM

Forgive me all for using the forum to find a new employee for blueseventy.

we are seeking a pool savvy off the chart enthusiastic swimming event support person to assist in the planned major growth in the pool and open water market. I have posted the full description below and ask that anybody interested please contact myself or Eric as listed.

If you feel yourself not applicable then please do shake the brain and try and find someone you think deserving of that first break into the world of swimming (And dare i say it, the exciting changes and challenges it brings for companies in the modern suit era)

Thanks all, and once again big respect and thank you to the masters fraternity for giving us a seat at the table.

Deano

Swimming Event and Dealer Support

blueseventy, the worldwide leader in triathlon, Pool and open water swimming equipment, is currently looking to fill the position of U.S. Swimming and Dealer Sales Support. The company's recent growth in both open water and pool Swimming has created a need for this exciting new position. The position may be based in the Seattle office (current location dependent) and will require frequent travel to race expos, trade shows, swim meets and retail stores. This position will also support the swimming category manager in a broad range of sales and promotional related tasks. You will be asked to travel, meet people, speak at clubs and liaise with some of the world’s greatest swimming talent.

Key Responsibilities
• Help manage and increase the awareness and sales of the Nero line of competition swimwear and accessories.
• Support the Category manager in managing Swim textile and accessory sales.
• Attend triathlons, open water swims, and pool swim meets on behalf of blueseventy to increase consumer product knowledge, run wetsuit/swimsuit demos and support local retailers.
• Help ensure event specific sales targets are met and exceeded while ensuring all potential customers are left with a positive experience of the brand regardless of their purchasing decision
• Represent the brand with professionalism at all times while in attendance at an event/demo
Other Duties
• Assist sales team with active services and customer service
• When necessary work with the shipping manager to ensure accurate and prompt dispatch of product from our warehouse
• Introduce wetsuit and swimsuit demos at a local level to masters groups; triathlon teams, and popular open water swim locations.
• Help undertake product knowledge clinics nationally and to help identify those retailers most in need of product specific training.
• Evaluate the success of all programs undertaken and generate ideas for improvement.
• Accomplishment of a broad range of tasks in the office as assigned.
• Ensure poolside presence and brand respect at elite and national Pool elite events.

Qualifications
• Background in event promotion product representation preferred but not essential
• Passion for and knowledge of the sports of swimming
• Highly self motivated
• Willing to travel frequently
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Willing to do what is needed to get the job done.
• Ideally an experienced swimmer and known personality within the swimming fraternity.
Benefits
• Healthcare benefits fully covered by blueseventy
• 3 weeks paid vacation per year plus earned time off for working at events on weekends.
• Standard industry benefits including free blueseventy products, pro deals on equipment and complimentary race entries.
• Free membership at local fitness club
• Salary 30-40k DOE

Write with covering note telling us how you can make a difference on the pool deck, in the store and within the world of blueseventy.

Closing date for applications December 1st 2009

Applicants may be asked to travel to Seattle at short notice for interview.

Please reply with your resume and covering note telling us how you can make a difference on the pool deck, in the store and within the world of blueseventy.

eric@blueseventy.com

brett olson nads · November 19th, 2009, 01:37 PM

Wow! Looks like the perfect job!

Dolphin 2 · November 19th, 2009, 05:20 PM

On the subject of a being a marketer/promoter for Blue70, I had an another great idea:

U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums - View Single Post - Have you considered investing money in a suit manufacturer?

D2

**thewookiee** · November 19th, 2009, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dolphin 2

On the subject of a being a marketer/promoter for Blue70, I had an another great idea:

D2

We are still waiting for the first idea from you.

aquageek · November 19th, 2009, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dolphin 2

On the subject of a being a marketer/promoter for Blue70, I had an another great idea:

U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums - View Single Post - Have you considered investing money in a suit manufacturer?

D2

Since you aren't an athlete you probably aren't aware they have a large presence in the wetsuit and triathlon market. We'll be here every time you show up and make statements that require correction, which is every time you show up.

Peter Cruise · November 20th, 2009, 12:35 PM

Wow! The Geek and Wookiee united together with a sacred charge: to defend the truth from D2's assaults on reason...could this grow into a Batman and Robin thing? Nah, they'd bicker about who was Robin constantly...

**thewookiee** · November 20th, 2009, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter Cruise

Wow! The Geek and Wookiee united together with a sacred charge: to defend the truth from D2's assaults on reason...could this grow into a Batman and Robin thing? Nah, they'd bicker about who was Robin constantly...

Geek would be Robin. He has the legs for the little green speedo that Robin wears. Plus, he is about the same height

aquageek · November 20th, 2009, 12:44 PM

I can't agree with Cruise, I think Furcritter would be Catwoman due to his mange and moobs.

**thewookiee** · November 20th, 2009, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aquageek

I can't agree with Cruise, I think Furcritter would be Catwoman due to his mange and moobs.

Seeing you walk around in a legskin, you do resemble the penquin. QUACK QUACK QUACK

Ken Classen · November 20th, 2009, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dolphin 2

On the subject of a being a marketer/promoter for Blue70, I had an another great idea:

U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums - View Single Post - Have you considered investing money in a suit manufacturer?

D2

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dolphin 2

And being a “Dirty Filthy Capitalist Pig” myself, if there are willing buyers out there with big bucks to spend, I can’t really blame the suit makers for pursuing any development that will increase their market -and profits!!!

Personally, instead of going with the "suit technology" approach, I'm thinking about providing some venture capital for a manufacturer to develop gloves with expandable elastomeric webbing between the fingers to increase propulsion.

They would go for about $60 a pair and be a lot more competitive (in both cost and also providing a significant increase in speed) than an expensive tech suit.

D2

http://www.swimoutlet.com/Swim_Paddles_Gloves_s/331.htm

If I were a venture capitalist I might do a Google search first and discover if someone already had my “idea”

November 19th, 2009, 01:08 PM	#1
Deano Participating Member Dean Join Date: May 2008 Location: TN Posts: 18	Looking for a hyper swim fan!!!! Forgive me all for using the forum to find a new employee for blueseventy. we are seeking a pool savvy off the chart enthusiastic swimming event support person to assist in the planned major growth in the pool and open water market. I have posted the full description below and ask that anybody interested please contact myself or Eric as listed. If you feel yourself not applicable then please do shake the brain and try and find someone you think deserving of that first break into the world of swimming (And dare i say it, the exciting changes and challenges it brings for companies in the modern suit era) Thanks all, and once again big respect and thank you to the masters fraternity for giving us a seat at the table. Deano Swimming Event and Dealer Support blueseventy, the worldwide leader in triathlon, Pool and open water swimming equipment, is currently looking to fill the position of U.S. Swimming and Dealer Sales Support. The company's recent growth in both open water and pool Swimming has created a need for this exciting new position. The position may be based in the Seattle office (current location dependent) and will require frequent travel to race expos, trade shows, swim meets and retail stores. This position will also support the swimming category manager in a broad range of sales and promotional related tasks. You will be asked to travel, meet people, speak at clubs and liaise with some of the world’s greatest swimming talent. Key Responsibilities • Help manage and increase the awareness and sales of the Nero line of competition swimwear and accessories. • Support the Category manager in managing Swim textile and accessory sales. • Attend triathlons, open water swims, and pool swim meets on behalf of blueseventy to increase consumer product knowledge, run wetsuit/swimsuit demos and support local retailers. • Help ensure event specific sales targets are met and exceeded while ensuring all potential customers are left with a positive experience of the brand regardless of their purchasing decision • Represent the brand with professionalism at all times while in attendance at an event/demo Other Duties • Assist sales team with active services and customer service • When necessary work with the shipping manager to ensure accurate and prompt dispatch of product from our warehouse • Introduce wetsuit and swimsuit demos at a local level to masters groups; triathlon teams, and popular open water swim locations. • Help undertake product knowledge clinics nationally and to help identify those retailers most in need of product specific training. • Evaluate the success of all programs undertaken and generate ideas for improvement. • Accomplishment of a broad range of tasks in the office as assigned. • Ensure poolside presence and brand respect at elite and national Pool elite events. Qualifications • Background in event promotion product representation preferred but not essential • Passion for and knowledge of the sports of swimming • Highly self motivated • Willing to travel frequently • Exceptional customer service skills • Willing to do what is needed to get the job done. • Ideally an experienced swimmer and known personality within the swimming fraternity. Benefits • Healthcare benefits fully covered by blueseventy • 3 weeks paid vacation per year plus earned time off for working at events on weekends. • Standard industry benefits including free blueseventy products, pro deals on equipment and complimentary race entries. • Free membership at local fitness club • Salary 30-40k DOE Write with covering note telling us how you can make a difference on the pool deck, in the store and within the world of blueseventy. Closing date for applications December 1st 2009 Applicants may be asked to travel to Seattle at short notice for interview. Please reply with your resume and covering note telling us how you can make a difference on the pool deck, in the store and within the world of blueseventy. eric@blueseventy.com

November 19th, 2009, 01:37 PM	#2
brett olson nads Active Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Laguna Niguel, CA Posts: 67	Re: Looking for a hyper swim fan!!!! Wow! Looks like the perfect job!

November 19th, 2009, 05:20 PM	#3
Dolphin 2 Very Active Member Galen Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: San Francisco, California Posts: 370	Re: Looking for a hyper swim fan!!!! On the subject of a being a marketer/promoter for Blue70, I had an another great idea: U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums - View Single Post - Have you considered investing money in a suit manufacturer? U.S. Masters Swimming Discussion Forums - View Single Post - Have you considered investing money in a suit manufacturer? D2

November 20th, 2009, 12:35 PM	#6
Peter Cruise Very Active Member Peter Cruise Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Nanaimo, B.C. Canada Posts: 1,808	Re: Looking for a hyper swim fan!!!! Wow! The Geek and Wookiee united together with a sacred charge: to defend the truth from D2's assaults on reason...could this grow into a Batman and Robin thing? Nah, they'd bicker about who was Robin constantly... __________________ sharp as a rusty tack.

November 20th, 2009, 12:44 PM	#8
aquageek Swimming in Fort's Wake Bill Join Date: May 2002 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 4,619 Blog Entries: 359	Re: Looking for a hyper swim fan!!!! I can't agree with Cruise, I think Furcritter would be Catwoman due to his mange and moobs. __________________ Decrease your swimming and fitness knowledge by checking out my blog - http://forums.usms.org/blog.php?u=386

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