Jeff Linker
jlinker31@msn.com
First I would like to thank you for taking time to look over what I have to offer and my proposal for a partnership/ sponsorship with your company. I am a tournament bass angler competing in several different organizations and divisions. Thus far I have been in club and local tournaments near Guntersville, AL, and Richmond, IN. I am now ready to compete at a higher level, and with continued hard work and sponsorship I believe I will be successful as a pro.
Bass fishing has become a popular and a lucrative sport, not only for the anglers but for the companies which are involved with products and sponsorships as well. The exposure bass fishing circuits are receiving is also growing with show and tournaments appearing on cable and satellite channels such as NBC Sports, Outdoor Channel, and even ESPN. Plus there are also 100’s of different social media sites specifically targeting the ordinary angler as well as those who compete in tournaments.
My intentions are to become a member of your sales and marketing team who will promote your products and services and therefore help improve your overall bottom line. As part of a sponsorship agreement, I would advertise and promote your company in a number of ways. I would wear your company’s logo and information on my clothing, and display it on my vehicle and bass boat. I also will maintain a website and be posting on other sites using a signature and link to available information concerning your company. I will make myself available for promotions, events, and any other situations you deem necessary for me to attend or be a part of. In return, your sponsorship will help me reach my goals and dreams of succeeding at the next level and fishing professionally. Again, I would like to thank you for this opportunity and I look forward to being in contact with you and discussing this personally.
Resume follows:
Jeff Linker
jlinker31@msn.com
Purpose:
I am interested in beginning a partnership/ sponsorship with you and your company that will grow with time, experience, and exposure. I as well as others have used your company’s products and services throughout my life and intend to continue to do so. As part of this partnership I would promote and represent your company’s and services in every aspect of my daily life, not only as a tournament angler. I would proudly display and advertise your company’s logo on my tournament attire, tow vehicle, and boat. Also, I have already begun designing a website that will follow my daily life as well as my tournament career. It will have links to your company’s website and other information provided which would help promote your products and services. In addition, I would be available to help with sales, promotions, and any other events or situations that would increase knowledge of your company and “spread the word.” I believe I have a great deal to offer your company that would be beneficial to your sales, marketing, and help the company as a whole. Along with this, I give my word that I will conduct myself in a very professional moral manner. I will make sure I always remember I am a representative of the company.
Personal:
My name is Jeff Linker and I was born April 24, 1972, in Beaufort, SC. I am married to Cheryl Linker. I have a son, 19, who is currently in Army boot camp and a daughter, 15. I am a very competitive, hardworking man who tries to enjoy this life to the fullest, and I am careful not to take anything for granted. There are some aspects of my life I am rather proud of which include: 1) serving in the United States Marine Corps from 1990-1994 and being a veteran of Desert Shield/ Storm to include an Honorable Discharge; 2) serving in the United States Army from 2006-2009 and being a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom to include an Honorable Discharge; 3) completing and achieving 2 associates degrees from Ivy Tech with a major in computer aided design and manufacturing, and the other in HVAC. I am a very dedicated individual who strives to do the best I can in everything I pursue in my life. I am very approachable and have an outgoing personality which allows me to connect with different people, races, ages, and genders. My future plans include growing our partnership/ sponsorship along with my career, and to become a professional angler living the American dream I have fought for.
Employment:
- United States Army- Soldier/ Gunner- 2006-2009- Operation Iraqi Freedom
- City of Richmond, IN- Engineer Technician-2004-2006
- Varco-Pruden Buildings- Rainsville, AL- Welder- 1994-2001
- United States Marine Corps- Marine/ Squad Leader-1990-1994- Desert Shield/ Storm
Education:
- North College Hill High School, Cincinnati, OH; graduated June 1990
- Ivy Tech State College, Richmond, IN; graduated March 2004 Assoc. Degree Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
- Ivy Tech State College, Richmond, IN; graduated with Honors Dec. 2011 Assoc. Degree HVAC
Angler Associations/ Memberships:
- U.S.A. Bassin, 2 years-present, www.usabassin.com
- B.A.S.S., Bass Angler’s Sportsman Society, 3 years- present, www.bassmasters.com
- NBAA, National Bass Angler’s Association, 1 year- present, www.nbaa-bass.com
- FLW, Forrest L. Wood, 1 year- present, www.flwoutdoors.com
2012 Tournament Schedule:
IN-02 Brookville Lake Division
4/21/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
5/19/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
6/16/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
7/21/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
8/18/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
Brookville Lake Challenge
4/14/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
5/20/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
6/10/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
6/24/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
7/22/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
8/11/2012 Brookville Lake Fairfield Ramp
Wal Mart Bass Fishing League (Hoosier Division)
4/14/2012 Lake Monroe, IN
6/2/2012 Lake Patoka, IN
7/28/2012 OH River Rock Point
8/18/2012 OH River Tanners Creek
9/8/2012 OH River Tanners Creek
