• Spearheaded the creation and successful operation of OPTiMOM, a thriving women’s health private practice, where I serve as a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified strength and conditioning specialist.• Provide personalized 1:1 nutrition and fitness coaching for individuals facing fertility challenges, optimizing fertility outcomes, Offer specialized guidance for women during pregnancy to enhance prenatal health and support postpartum women in achieving optimal recovery.• Designed, developed, and implemented self-paced online wellness programs (SEED, GROW, THRIVE) catering to all stages of pregnancy, showcasing expertise in program development, health optimization, and technology integration.• Took on the multifaceted role of project development, marketing, and sale, effectively driving business growth and establishing OPTiMOM as a reputable brand in the women’s health and wellness sector.• Designed and developed the OPTiMOM website, utilizing skills in web development and design to create an engaging online platform for clients and community members.• Acted as a liaison with large healthcare groups, forming strategic partnerships for the rollout of online wellness programs, demonstrating effective collaboration and negotiation skills.• Hosted community events strategically aimed at fostering support during pregnancy, enhances company’s community presence and contributing to a positive and supportive environment for clients.

• Provide strategic counsel and expertise as a nutrition specialist on the advisory board for Klora, contributing insights into the promotion of gut health supplements.• Engage in discussions and initiatives aimed as advancing Klora’s mission to improve gut health, fostering a collaborative environment for the exchange of knowledge and ideas within the advisory board.• Leverage nutritional expertise to enhance the credibility and scientific foundation of Klora’s products, supporting the company’s commitment to providing evidence-based solutions for optimal gut health.

• Successfully completed rigorous didactic coursework, demonstrating a mastery of advanced topics in nutritional sciences and passed doctoral candidacy exam.• Conducted comprehensive literature reviews and research encompassing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, contributing valuable insights to the field of cognitive load theory and consumer perceptions of bioengineered foods.• Complete the Individualized Supervised Practice Program (ISPP) as part of my dietetics internship, showcasing dedication to professional development and meeting the requirements for the registered dietitian certification.• Attained Registered Dietitian (RD) certification, demonstrating excellence in the field of dietetics and nutrition through the successful completion of rigorous academic and practical requirements.

• Excelled as a teacher and facilitator for undergraduate students in courses such as Quantity Foods, Introduction to Nutrition and Foods, and Experimental Foods, consistently receiving positive feedback for clear communication and effective pedagogy.• Played a pivotal role in mentoring and guiding students through academic challenges, fostering a positive learning environment conducive to academic success.

• Performed functional movement screening tests for new members to assess physical fitness, capabilities, and problem areas.• Worked one-on-one with countless clients as a strength trainer and personal trainer.

• Directed advancements in histological techniques, contributing to the localization and analysis of tissue responses surrounding Continuous Insulin Infusion Catheters.• Conducted rigorous laboratory bench work to validate the efficacy of various investigational insulin infusion sets, ensuring precision and reliability in research outcomes.• Designed and executed pilot studies and project protocols sponsored by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), focusing on the exploration of innovative closed-loop artificial pancreas advancements.• Conducted extensive pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies, specifically examining insulin activity in non-diabetic subjects to investigate novel therapies for blood glucose management using Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion catheters.

• Conducted analytical and quantitative research techniques including spectroscopy, liquid chromatography, and mass spectrometry for forensic fiber analysis• Investigated and developed noninvasive methods for the detection of latent human fingerprints on multiple substrates• Coordinated with the Forensic Laboratory at the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division for improved detection modalities and to assess effects of background contaminants