Movers and shakers
Adams earns Yamaha Master Tech Certification
Matt Adams, a Spirit Lake native and 14-year employee of Tobler Marina in Hayden, has earned the Yamaha Master Technician Certification, a designation held by only about 500 technicians in the nation.
To earn the title, experienced marine technicians must successfully complete six 40-hour courses before becoming eligible to take the Master Technician Exam.
“Technicians that have obtained Yamaha’s Master Technician status have worked hard to hone their knowledge of Yamaha outboard engine operating systems, proper installation, and service and maintenance procedures, plus troubleshooting skills,” said a news release that noted Adams is the only Yamaha Master Tech in the state of Idaho.
Adams said he appreciates the opportunity to attend the rigorous training.
“My biggest take away for me was acknowledging the resources around me to get the job done right. This goes for the tech program and Tobler Marina,” Adams said.
Brent Christian, Tobler Marina owner, said continuous education and career development take commitment and hard work by both team member and the dealership.
“It takes dedication to care for the products we sell and keep people out maximizing their time boating,” Christian said.
Sawtooth hires Duffner for new Cd’A office
Mark Duffner has been hired by Sawtooth Land Surveying to manage its new Coeur d’Alene office.
Duffner is a professional land surveyor with 30 years of experience and is licensed in Idaho, Washington, Montana and California. He comes most recently from a company in Sandpoint.
Sawtooth Land Surveying is a full-service, surveying company with three offices in Idaho, its corporate headquarters being in Emmett. To contact them call 208-714-4544 or email mark@sawtoothls.com. They are located at 560 W. Canfield Ave., Suite 200, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815.
Sembar joins Hannes Financial
Shawn Sembar, of Coeur d’Alene, has been selected to join the team at Hannes Financial Services.
Sembar has been in the financial services industry since 2013, starting his career with Morgan Stanley.
Sembar holds his Series 7, 65, 63 registrations, along with Life, Health and Disability Licenses.
Ronald Hannes, president and CEO of Hannes Financial Services, said, “Shawn’s positive attitude and natural ability to manage portfolios is an invaluable addition to our growing team.”
Hannes Financial Services is a full service financial service firm, focusing on individuals, families and businesses with locations and advisors in the entire Pacific Northwest.
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