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RESPONSIBILITIES
The Timbercoast staff will be
responsible for:
Marketing
Cargo and Trainee Bookings
Investment and Sponsorship
Human Resources
Public Relations
MARKETING
Traditional Media
Timbercoast is continually
receiving attention from
international media. Their German
and English press kits are regularly
being sent out to prospective news
outlets.
Collaborative Marketing
Timbercoast will collaborate with
customers to strengthen retail
recognition of cargo under sail.
Social Media
Timbercoast will use this powerful
tool to continually form lasting
relationships with supporters,
partners and sponsors.
Word of Mouth
Conversations are Timbercoast’s
biggest resource and are the
reason why they were able to
attract top talent from around
the world willing to volunteer
their time for the refit of the
Avontuur. The story people tell of
Timbercoast is a top priority for
them.
CARGO AND TRAINEE BOOKINGS
Timbercoast will pursue cargo
opportunities and coordinate the
shipment of goods. As the acting
agent, they will ensure shipments
are picked up and delivered on
time, paperwork is completed and
fees are collected.
Trainee bookings will be widely
marketed and managed by the
Timbercoast team.
INVESTMENT AND
SPONSORSHIP
This booklet, prepared by
Timbercoast, along with the
sponsorship options outlined
on pages 32-33 will be used by
Timbercoast to raise the funds
necessary to complete the refit
of the ship and establish the
Avontuur Shipping Company Ltd.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Timbercoast will be responsible
for hiring the qualified crews
aboard the Avontuur.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
A strong relationship with the
public and every person or party
that interacts with Timbercoast
is a top priority. Continued
transparency on all fronts of
business operations and clear
communication of ideas will
ensure the longevity of the
connections established.
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