James R Merada III home address: 981 Whitney Ranch dr. Apt #1622 Henderson NV, 89014 Objective: Sales position Summary: I've been interested in the computer field since I was in the 4th grade when I first had access to an Apple 2e. I've constantly been around computers my whole life. I am currently employed in a retail environment (bakery) and would very much like to break back into the computer field, and I feel this position would be a great place to come back to. I have very good people and sales skills, once I'm familiar with the products I am selling. I have much experience buying and selling items of varying types and prices over the years, and I quickly learn all I can about the products I am selling/buying. I have a friendly and professional personality and can work very well with clients whether they are in a good or bad mood. Experience: 3 years in a technical Highschool majoring in Electronics/computers 10+ years building/repairing my own computers 5 years of software design. 3 years working in a music/card shop selling assorted products to clientele. 2 years in retail stocking/sales floor, dealing with customers and selling products. 3 years as a group leader in charge of 10-70 customers at a time. Running gaming tournaments, Keeping a safe enviorment for customers and promoting sales and participation. 3 years hotel expereince as a steward 1 year hotel experience as a Housekeeper 1 year working in 2 different bakeries as a sales associate/baker/packager/stocker Education: Graduate from Plymouth South High School (Plymouth Ma.) technical studies 3 years electronics/1 year computer science. 2 years UMASS Dartmouth, computer science. Activities: Run my own website/domain Freelance Writer for a video game related website Group leader (3 years)