Tess Menconi Walker Email & Phone Number

Austin, Texas, United States

As the founder and head coach of As You Are, Health Coaching, I am deeply passionate about empowering individuals to achieve holistic well-being and thrive in all aspects of their lives. Our mission is to guide our clients on a transformative journey toward optimal health, happiness, and vitality.At As You Are, we believe in the power of integrative health coaching to address the interconnectedness of the mind, body, soul, and spirit. Our approach goes beyond traditional wellness coaching by integrating whole food, plant-based nutrition, lifestyle modifications, mindfulness practices, and personalized support to create sustainable and lasting change.As a coach, I bring a lifetime of experience in holistic health advocacy with a deep fire within to fight medical gaslighting and health inequity. Along with a deep commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, I am dedicated to keeping up with the latest research and evidence-based practices to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care and support.

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Delivering personalized health and wellness planning, each program is tailored to individual goals, lifestyles, and preferences. Embracing a holistic approach that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being, support is provided for clients to set achievable health goals while maintaining ongoing guidance and accountability. Lifestyle and behavioral changes are directed towards improving wellness, with interactive educational sessions addressing nutrition, exercise, sleep routines, stress management, and mindfulness. Plans are continuously monitored and adjusted based on client progress and feedback, with remote coaching efficiently delivered through digital platforms for seamless support and tracking.

Austin, Texas, United States

Austin, Texas Area

South Texas

Central Texas

Central Texas

Austin, Texas / San Antonio, Tx

Managed national marketing programs across the beverage portfolio for Campari America throughout South Texas (beverage portfolio consists of over 26 brands, including Skyy, Midori, Wild Turkey, American Honey, Frangelico, and Cabo Wabo).• Executed over 1,700 successful events resulting in increased sales and brand awareness in 480 accounts across 18 cities• Recruited, hired, trained and managed a team of 65 promotional models throughout South Texas• Served as Program Trainer where I trained 6 other market managers within my region as well as their 9 staff teams• Liaised directly with Campari America clients, distributer teams and local accounts to coordinate brand strategy and communicate along the three-tier distribution channel• Proven expertise in project management databases, MS Software office applications, Quickbooks, Concur Travel and Expense Reimbursement System, and Taleo

Austin, Texas Area

Managed 2012 MTVU Woodies Tour activations promoting the Sony Tablet S in the following markets:-Chicago, IL-Cincinnati, OH-Covington, KY-Cleveland, OH-Detroit, MI Managed event staff for Sony's SXSW 2012 Events promoting the Sony Tablet S.-Pandora Discovery Lounge-VEVO

Nationwide

Represented Sony Electronics as Mobile Tour Manager for nationwide Sony Walkman W Series Tour. Identified key markets, partnered with Competitor Group’s Rock’n’Roll Marathon Series, and executed 41 sales activations in 25 major cities across the US. • Created 38,000 consumer interactions resulting in 1,700 sales, exceeding the client’s quota • Interviewed, hired, trained and supervised 27 Brand Ambassadors in 9 major markets• On-site point of contact with client and sponsorship partners, effectively managed press interviews/filming, elite athlete appearances and autograph sessions• Completed promotion recaps and reports including internal pivots, payroll, expenses, inventory and market analysis• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Concur Travel and Expense Reimbursement System, Taleo, and numerous point-of-sales systems

Nationwide

Represented Sony Electronics as Assistant Tour Manager for Sony’s Rock’n’Roll Marathon Sponsorship Tour. Transformed grassroots experiential marketing program from brand awareness to a dynamic sales tour, resulting in record sales numbers in high volume events nationwide.• Created 37,000 consumer interactions resulting in 1,530 sales in 15 events • Trained and supervised 23 Brand Ambassadors in 11 major markets• Transported assets to site and maintained promotional/display vehicle in showroom condition• Event set up, tear down, maintenance and placement• Completed promotion recaps and reports including internal pivots, inventory and client Power Point Presentations

Santa Rosa, Ca

Worked closely with the district manager as his Executive Administrative Assistant in management of over 25 agents. • Screened and processed incoming applications, conducted interviews and guided new hires through licensing procedures • Implemented weekly training sessions and monthly incentives for new agents in the reserve-agent-training program• Assisted in all areas of administrative work including data entry, receptionist duties, file organization, research and development

Pride Of America - Hawaii

Began employment onboard the Pride of America cruise ship as a back waiter and was quickly promoted to the formal dining room's Hostess / FOH Manager. Managed reservations desk during the day, booking reservations for up to 2,000 guests for 9 restaurants, and managed the formal dining room during dinner service, up to 700 covers per night at sea. Eventually transitioned to the jewelry department as a sales associate for Na Hoku Hawaiian Jewelers where strict sales quotas were met monthly.

Coaching Intensive Practicum 2.0, Health And Wellness Coaching

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Certification, Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies, General

Plant Based Nutrition Certificate, Nutrition Studies

B.A., Psychology

Forks Over Knives Ultimate Cooking Course, Culinary Arts/Chef Training