Thad Rice

Thad Rice is a Customer Service Specialist and Professional Ski Instructor working in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Boise, Idaho. He balances a variety of interests and business activities, shaping a lifestyle that is both productive and diverse. His pursuits include environmental advocacy, volunteering with local groups, becoming a private pilot, and mastering sailing, showcasing his broad skill set. Rice has always preferred to follow a path where he can be fully engaged and committed. His passion for nature and adventure fuels much of what he does. He remains open to new ideas, even exploring large-scale gardening to deepen his understanding of environmental issues and encourage sustainable community living. Although he often avoids traditional norms, he believes that living a meaningful life means contributing positively to both personally and socially. Rice also possesses expertise in social media marketing, assisting businesses in effectively using digital platforms to grow their brand and reach customers. He understands how important it is to connect with modern consumers who value ethical and value-driven service providers. Alongside these skills, he has succeeded in real estate by purchasing undervalued homes and reselling them after renovation for profit. He completed studies at Central Oregon Community College before earning a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science from the University of Oregon. This education has helped him gain insight into human behavior and social dynamics, which are essential in all his professional roles. His career spans customer service, ski instruction, private piloting, boating, and real estate, grounded in strong communication and relationship-building abilities. In real estate, he developed his approach to buying and flipping houses. He acquires foreclosed or neglected properties, hires professionals to update and repair them, and then sells them competitively. His success depends on his understanding of the market and financial management skills. As a ski instructor, he has worked at several resorts near Salt Lake City, such as Mt. Bachelor, Snowbird, Park City Mountain Resort, and Sundance Mountain Resort. Motivated by his faith and a desire to serve, he has taken on specialized roles, including coaching autistic and deaf students. He focuses on creating a supportive environment where his clients feel safe and encouraged. He earned his private pilot’s license after attending ground school in Utah. He flies small aircraft for leisure, charitable work, and business purposes, always prioritizing the safety of his passengers and crew. His ability to stay calm in challenging situations, developed through his skiing experience, makes him a dependable pilot. Raised near the Great Salt Lake and many rivers, he grew up enjoying water sports. He is an experienced sailor and comfortable operating various watercraft like sailboats, fishing boats, kayaks, and powerboats. He follows strict safety practices and pays close attention to weather conditions to ensure smooth and safe trips. He values sailing for its freedom and the challenge of working with nature. Thad Rice combines many skills and a strong commitment to his work and passions. His life reflects a dedication to growth, service, and exploration, showing how diverse interests can create a fulfilling and balanced path.