As a Personal Trainer, I leverage a diverse skill set to deliver effective and engaging fitness solutions tailored to individual needs. My key skills include:• Personalized Program Design: Crafting customized fitness plans based on client goals, fitness levels, and preferences, ensuring a targeted approach to achieving optimal results.• Exercise Technique & Safety: Demonstrating and teaching proper exercise techniques to maximize effectiveness and minimize risk of injury, using a thorough understanding of anatomy and exercise physiology.• Motivational Coaching: Utilizing motivational strategies to inspire and encourage clients, fostering a positive and driven mindset that enhances their commitment and progress.• Client Assessment: Conducting comprehensive fitness assessments to evaluate baseline fitness levels, track progress, and adjust programs accordingly to meet evolving goals.• Nutritional Guidance: Providing basic nutritional advice and support to complement fitness programs, helping clients make informed choices that support their overall health and performance.• Behavioral Change Facilitation: Implementing strategies to support lifestyle changes, helping clients build sustainable habits and overcome barriers to long-term success.• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Building strong relationships with clients through effective communication, active listening, and empathy, creating a supportive environment conducive to achieving fitness goals.• Business Acumen: Managing business operations, including client acquisition, scheduling, and marketing, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and building a strong client base.These skills collectively contribute to delivering high-quality personal training services that drive client success and foster a positive fitness journey.

Best job ever, though demanding and exhausting.

Dedicated ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor at Five Oaks on Warson, the new Community Center for the City of Olivette, Missouri. With a passion for helping individuals achieve their fitness goals, I specialize in crafting personalized training programs targeting functional strength, cardiorespiratory enduance, mobility and stability. My mission is to inspire and support clients through tailored workouts and positive reinforcement, fostering a healthier and more active community.

The Regional Business Council concentrates the resources, expertise, and passion of 100 of St. Louis' most respected business leaders on high-impact business, civic and philanthropic initiatives for the betterment of the St. Louis Region.

St. Louis Social Venture Partners is a philanthropic program of TheRegional Business Council that complements the RBC’s business, civic and philanthropic mission by providing financial and hands-on resources to build long-term sustainability in selected on-profits.The St. Louis SVP's partnership with the RBC makes it unique among the SVP network andhas become a model for new cities considering starting their ownSocial Venture Partners program. Learn more about SVP's Historyand capacity building.

Citizens for Missouri's Children is dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of all Missouri's Children, especially those with the greatest need.

* Increased individual and multi-year donor base utilizing Benevon funding model focusing on donor engagement, cultivation and retention.* Designed and implemented web based “friend” and fund raising strategies via agency web site and social media outlets.* Developed, executed strategic marketing and PR plan increasing visibility and recognition of Provident throughout the St. Louis metro region.

A social enterprise dedicated to reducing poverty in third world countries through sustainable jobs and prosperity wages. MBA InternUtilized international purchasing price parity statistics to quantify firm's economic impact and social return on investment.Developed $750,000 capital campaign strategy, presentation utilizing annual financial data and calculated international social impact.Raised $5000 through individual donor fundraising to help build a community hospital in Mahabo, Madagascar.

• Engaged in public outreach speaking to foster community education and generate in-kind and financial support for shelter.• Screened and evaluated domestic violence crisis hotline calls; facilitated shelter services for over 60 women last year.• Provided one-on-one crisis intervention to residents; conducted needs assessment and provided relevant community referrals.

• Assisted in strategy development for a social entrepreneurial venture dedicated to ending child malnutrition in Haiti.• Spearheaded SPSS statistical evaluation and outcome analysis of a five site pre and post test program assessment.• Conducted training seminars for an online networking community linking local nonprofit firms and potential board volunteers.

Utilization Review Coordinator 2003-2004• Authorized and audited hospital bed utilization based upon review of diagnostic criteria and consumer functioning.• Facilitated, finalized and implemented discharge and aftercare planning for over 100 consumers.Continuity of Care Coordinator Liaison 2004• Evaluated patient needs determining appropriate outpatient behavior health services for over 250 individual consumers.• Established discharge coordination and follow-up contact of MHMRA-qualified HCPC consumers.

• Managed the recruitment, interviewing, training and continuous support of 100 volunteer matches.• Facilitated the development of four project sites through logistical coordination of client and volunteer sites and resources.• Advanced corporate relationship from minimal volunteer commitment to long-term financial and strategic partner.