I am a USA expat living in Austria with nearly 30 years of international experience. As a professional freediver, I founded Freedive Utila in Honduras in 2011, the first full-time freediving resort in North America. Over 12 years, I trained thousands of students in this exciting sport and organized logistics for many international freediving competitions including world championships. I enjoy problem-solving in challenging environments and have managed dive shops in multiple countries. I also have extensive experience teaching ESL in Asia and Eastern Europe and am keen to work in travel advising, guiding, or property management. My background includes curriculum development, safety management, leadership, and customer service, supported by my global perspective and multilingual skills.

Mark Rogers

I am a USA expat living in Austria with nearly 30 years of international experience. As a professional freediver, I founded Freedive Utila in Honduras in 2011, the first full-time freediving resort in North America. Over 12 years, I trained thousands of students in this exciting sport and organized logistics for many international freediving competitions including world championships. I enjoy problem-solving in challenging environments and have managed dive shops in multiple countries. I also have extensive experience teaching ESL in Asia and Eastern Europe and am keen to work in travel advising, guiding, or property management. My background includes curriculum development, safety management, leadership, and customer service, supported by my global perspective and multilingual skills.

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I am a USA expat living in Austria with nearly 30 years of international experience. As a professional freediver, I founded Freedive Utila in Honduras in 2011, the first full-time freediving resort in North America. Over 12 years, I trained thousands of students in this exciting sport and organized logistics for many international freediving competitions including world championships. I enjoy problem-solving in challenging environments and have managed dive shops in multiple countries.

I also have extensive experience teaching ESL in Asia and Eastern Europe and am keen to work in travel advising, guiding, or property management. My background includes curriculum development, safety management, leadership, and customer service, supported by my global perspective and multilingual skills.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Resort Owner / Instructor Trainer at Freedive Utila
January 1, 2011 - Present
Owned and operated Freedive Utila, the first full-time freediving resort in North America, based in Honduras. Delivered high-level training to freediving athletes and instructors, developed training programs for all skill levels, and led workshops and seminars. Managed operational aspects including guest house, café, and international travel planning. Coordinated safety and logistics for numerous freediving competitions, including four world championships. Collaborated with Honduran government and NGOs on safety and environmental sustainability training for the commercial diving industry.
Head Teacher at Sankei International College
August 1, 2000 - September 1, 2025
Hired, trained, and managed a large team of ESL teachers across five cities in Japan. Developed and taught a successful TOEIC/TOEFL prep course and created the innovative "Culture Shock" curriculum to address communication style challenges for Japanese English speakers. Coordinated with recruitment and administration and represented students to these departments. Managed an intercultural staff composed of teachers from six countries.

Education

BA in English Literature at University of Texas
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025

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Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Other

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