My motivational style will get you fired up. With action-oriented solutions, you will command the room, lead your team, climb the ranks, stand out, and elevate your professional status. My mission is to impact and transform others to be optimally effective in their life and professional roles. As the former owner and CFO of a medical practice I led a team of clinicians and support staff as we endeavored to change the lives of our patients. The secret to my success has always been my passion for the people, products and services I represent.
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Executive Communication CoachLifehikes®Flat Rock, Nc, Us -
Executive Communication CoachLifehikes® Jul 2021 - PresentUnited StatesOwn The Room powered by LifeHikes training provides an integrated professional learning experience that delivers long-term results. We offer in-person and virtual training, stand-alone sessions and comprehensive packages designed to meet your growth needs. -
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Branding & Marketing CoachIndependent Consultant 2020 - PresentCoach clients in USP development, creating an authentic brand and a focused unique message specific to their avatar or audienceDevelop client’s authenticity and confidence in public speaking (interviews, speeches, webinars/videos, meetings, etc.) to maximize impact and connectionCraft clients video sales letters and webinars
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Physical Therapy Practice Owner & ManagerMoment Physical Therapy Aug 2013 - Nov 2020Madison, New JerseySuccessfully built a seven figure, 5-star business known for excellence in customer service and quality of careConducted daily sales calls with prospective patientsLed weekly cadence meetings for team inspiration, communication and strategyTrained the administrative staff in customer service and sales Oversaw operations and maintenance of the clinic including budgeting & suppliesSupervised and coordinated insurance details and payments -
Director/ProducerDirecting And Producing Apr 1995 - Feb 2020Directed productions of published and original plays at theatres such as:George Street Playhouse, National Arts Club, and the New York Historical Society.Oversee and orchestrate the mounting of each theatre production, ensuring its quality and completeness while leading members of the creative team to realize their artistic vision.Led productions with casts of up to 60 members, to audiences of over 300 patrons.First Stage Director Artist-in-Residence at the Tribeca Performing… Show more Directed productions of published and original plays at theatres such as:George Street Playhouse, National Arts Club, and the New York Historical Society.Oversee and orchestrate the mounting of each theatre production, ensuring its quality and completeness while leading members of the creative team to realize their artistic vision.Led productions with casts of up to 60 members, to audiences of over 300 patrons.First Stage Director Artist-in-Residence at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center, NYC. Show less
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Team Lead ManagerThe Art Of Elysium Oct 2009 - Mar 2013Los Angeles, California, United StatesIncreased amount of children impacted from 30,000 to 50,000Led group supervision for 6 managers resulting in enhanced professional growth and increased critical thinking. Managed a yearly budget of $50,000Recruited, trained and managed over 300 volunteer actors, artists and musicians who dedicate their talents to children who are battling serious medical conditionsCollaboratively designed programs including acting, improvisation, screen and playwrighting, camera work, and… Show more Increased amount of children impacted from 30,000 to 50,000Led group supervision for 6 managers resulting in enhanced professional growth and increased critical thinking. Managed a yearly budget of $50,000Recruited, trained and managed over 300 volunteer actors, artists and musicians who dedicate their talents to children who are battling serious medical conditionsCollaboratively designed programs including acting, improvisation, screen and playwrighting, camera work, and puppetryIncreased uniquely designed programming 200% in 12 participating organizations including all major hospitals Show less -
Producer/Director: Kidzone TvThe Mount Sinai Hospital Dec 2005 - Mar 2009New York, New York, United StatesCreated, hosted, produced and directed all KidZone TV programming - a state of the art, interactive internal broadcast studio within Mount Sinai’s children’s hospitalBooked guests including local and celebrity talent, managed technical crew, weekend staff and volunteers Increased programming from 4 live shows a week to 2 live shows daily; 24/7 pre-recorded programming and live weekend broadcasting.Implemented tracking systems to quantify program effectivenessRecruited volunteer… Show more Created, hosted, produced and directed all KidZone TV programming - a state of the art, interactive internal broadcast studio within Mount Sinai’s children’s hospitalBooked guests including local and celebrity talent, managed technical crew, weekend staff and volunteers Increased programming from 4 live shows a week to 2 live shows daily; 24/7 pre-recorded programming and live weekend broadcasting.Implemented tracking systems to quantify program effectivenessRecruited volunteer teenagers, pre-teens and neighborhood business owners to create and perform live and pre-recorded television shows through KidZone’s community outreach program Spearheaded the first International Teaching Intensive for children's hospitalsReceived the “Team Award” (2007) and “Service Award” (2008) from the hospital’s PresidentSelect KidZone TV appearances:Garth Brooks, Magic Johnson, Troy Aikman, Eli Manning, Savion Glover, Jason Giambe, Jose Reyes, The Rockettes, Knicks Dancers, The Harlem Globetrotters Show less -
Education DirectorVital Theatre Company Feb 2005 - Nov 2005New York, New York, United StatesSpearheaded outreach to local public schools to bring cutting edge arts-in-education programing to middle and high school students.Programs included playwrighting, set design, movement, character development, directing, performance and lighting.Conducted cold sales calls with principals and directors to successfully develop a strong foundation to Vital Theatre's education program. Managed teaching artists hiring, scheduling, training and location appointments. -
Assistant Sales ManagerVector Marketing Jun 1997 - 2005Rewarded “Product Conviction” Award and named “Key Person” after first 2 months of salesGraduated to 35% commission in first 3 monthsPromoted to Assistant Manager after first 3 months of employmentAnalyzed daily sales profits, reports, and budgetsDirected sales meetingsConducted cold calling for sales opportunities -
Directing Artist-In-ResidenceTribeca Performing Arts Center Aug 2002 - Aug 2004Created, edited, and directed two full length plays:'Lower East Side Project'; and 'Always with a Heart and Never with a Brain' -
Artist In ResidenceTribeca Performing Arts Center 2001 - 2003
Kaia Sommers Education Details
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kaia Sommers
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What schools did Kaia Sommers attend?
Kaia Sommers attended University Of Pittsburgh, Clickfunnels Two Comma Club, East Brunswick High School.
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