Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Timeline
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AMBER Z. KILPATRICK

AMBER Z. KILPATRICK

Grand Rapids

Summary

Motivated, entrepreneurial professional with 15+ years of executive management, talent development, and human resource experience. Proven track record of building high-performing teams, conducting comprehensive candidate interviews, and establishing protocols across diverse organizations. Self-starter with exceptional verbal and written communication skills, internet search proficiency, and the personal discipline to work independently while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity. Passionate about mentoring and making a meaningful impact on lives daily.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS OWNER & EXECUTIVE MANAGER

Mindful School of Yoga
05.2015 - Current
  • Entrepreneurial Leadership: Built and managed independent wellness education business from startup to serving 2,000+ clients annually
  • Talent Development & Recruiting: Identified, interviewed, and professionally developed 200+ wellness educators and management staff
  • Client Consultation: Established needs through comprehensive client interviews and stakeholder input
  • Protocol Development: Created and implemented standardized training procedures and operational protocols

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS MANAGER & ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Blandford Nature Center
08.2018 - 07.2020
  • Executive Management: Managed daily operations, special events, and community engagement activities for high-volume public facility
  • Staff Leadership: Provided direct supervision and professional development for staff members and interns
  • Stakeholder Relations: Built and maintained authentic relationships with community partners, government officials, and organizational leadership
  • Human Resources: Implemented organization-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion framework
  • Protocol Management: Developed and executed established procedures for community programs and staff management

General Manager

Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
11.2010 - 04.2015
  • Leadership and oversight of day-to-day operations at multiple locations.
  • Collaborative leadership with owners to define corporate culture and brand identity; articulation and pursuit of various revenue streams including membership, drop-in classes, workshops, and merchandise.
  • Responsible for 25-person staff, including professional development, program creation, marketing, events, scheduling.



EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Eastown Community Association
08.2007 - 05.2011
  • Executive Management: Led community organization with full operational responsibility including financial reporting and strategic planning
  • Human Resources: Managed volunteer coordination, staff development, and community engagement initiatives
  • Business Development: Administered grants, managed budgets, and developed sustainable revenue streams
  • Public Relations: Served as primary spokesperson and maintained professional relationships with diverse stakeholders

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Marketing

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
01.2005

Skills

  • Talent Management & Candidate interviewing
  • Reference verification
  • Talent assessment
  • Management development
  • Professional mentoring
  • Team leadership
  • Operations oversight
  • Strategic planning
  • Protocol development
  • Performance management
  • Staff development
  • Communication & Relationship Building
  • Stakeholder management
  • Public speaking
  • Community engagement
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Self-motivated growth
  • Marketing strategy
  • Brand development
  • Revenue generation

Certification

  • Master Naturalist Certification
  • Eco-Reverend Certification
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training

ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

  • Elected Official: School Board Trustee for Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • Master Naturalist: Certified professional with specialized knowledge and training protocols
  • Community Educator: Facilitation, group management, and educational program delivery. Curriculum development
  • Death Doula: High-level client consultation and sensitive communication skills

Timeline

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS MANAGER & ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Blandford Nature Center
08.2018 - 07.2020

SELF-EMPLOYED BUSINESS OWNER & EXECUTIVE MANAGER

Mindful School of Yoga
05.2015 - Current

General Manager

Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
11.2010 - 04.2015

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Eastown Community Association
08.2007 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Marketing

Grand Valley State University

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