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Ashlee Cramer

Miami

Summary

Dynamic motivational speaker, trainer and author at MICHAEL AND MOM TALK CANCER, specializing in audience engagement and inspirational messaging. Delivered impactful presentations and workshops that significantly enhance emotional well-being. Expertise in curriculum development and podcast production, utilizing compelling storytelling to inspire diverse audiences. Aiming to expand outreach efforts to reach even more individuals seeking empowerment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Motivational Speaker, Podcaster, Blogger

MICHAEL AND MOM TALK CANCER
01.2020 - Current
  • Delivered motivational speeches on experiences as a cancer caregiver
  • Spoke about personal life experiences to inspire, motivate and benefit listeners
  • Designed and delivered presentations to educate, inform, and motivate audiences
  • Produced original content by conducting expert interviews for Michael and Mom Talk Cancer
  • Worked with ambassador team and social media on CancerBuddy app
  • Served as part of the Patient Advisory Council at Lumanity
  • Member of the AYA and Caregiver PFAC (Patient and Family Advisory Committee) Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Advertised blog content across various social media channels

Trainer

HAPPY FOR NO REASON TRAINER
01.2019 - Current
  • Conducts workshops within the cancer community, both in-person and virtually, lasting between 60-120 minutes
  • Adapted teaching methods based on participant needs or interests
  • Designed compelling talks promoting emotional well-being and happiness

Creative Writer

Author Children's Stories, Blogger, Zumbini
01.2014 - Current
  • Author of "Michael, the Boy Who Danced on the Waves", a children's story about Michael, a young surfer diagnosed with cancer, publish date, summer 2025.
  • Created 4 children's characters and 4 children's books for Zumbini, Zumba's early childhood program.
  • Written and published blog posts relating to the journey with cancer and caregiving.
  • Currently writing a cancer caregiver's manual.

Creative Director / Lead Zumba Training Specialist

ZUMBA FITNESS / Zumbini, LLC
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Developed innovative multinational early childhood program called Zumbini
  • Integrated music, instruments, and dance into curriculum
  • Provided comprehensive training to instructors on delivering early childhood music and movement programs
  • Developed curriculum tailored for Zumbini music and dance program
  • Developed and implemented three distinct training programs for new Zumbini instructors
  • Authored original characters for Zumbini stories
  • Awarded Zumba Fitness Best New Program Award, 2013

Owner / Manager

Miami Children's Music
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Owned and operated a flourishing studio providing an array of early childhood programs
  • Handled weekly scheduling and coordination for over 200 students
  • Conducted classes for early childhood music and movement program enrollees
  • Encouraged stronger connections between caregivers and toddlers

Dancer, Singer & Actress

Broadway / Off Broadway / Industrial Productions
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Performed in 'Gershwin Crazy', 'In the Boom, Boom Room', and various other Broadway and off-Broadway productions

Education

NYU Tisch School of The Arts
New York, NY

Skills

  • Audience engagement
  • Public speaking
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Published author
  • Inspirational messaging
  • Curriculum development
  • Podcast production

Certification

  • Happy for No Reason Certified Trainer
  • Early Childhood Educator

Accomplishments

  • Featured podcast in Rarity Life Magazine
  • Zumba Fitness award: Best New Program

Affiliations

  • Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
  • American Cancer Society
  • Bone Marrow and Cancer Foundation
  • Lumanity, Patient Council
  • Sylvester Cancer Center, Patient and Caregiver Advisory Committee

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Motivational Speaker, Podcaster, Blogger

MICHAEL AND MOM TALK CANCER
01.2020 - Current

Trainer

HAPPY FOR NO REASON TRAINER
01.2019 - Current

Creative Writer

Author Children's Stories, Blogger, Zumbini
01.2014 - Current

Creative Director / Lead Zumba Training Specialist

ZUMBA FITNESS / Zumbini, LLC
01.2013 - 01.2020

Owner / Manager

Miami Children's Music
01.2008 - 01.2020

Dancer, Singer & Actress

Broadway / Off Broadway / Industrial Productions
01.1999 - 01.2000

NYU Tisch School of The Arts
Ashlee Cramer