Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Ashley Cope

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Experienced fitness professional and program coordinator with a Master's degree in Exercise Science, and over 10 years of success building relationships, organizing health initiatives, and delivering results-driven fitness instruction. Skilled in managing operations, supervising volunteers, and promoting community-based wellness programs. Passionate about helping people achieve personal health goals through structured, evidence-based programs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Manager

Iron Tribe Fitness
Birmimgham , AL
01.2017 - Current

Directed client onboarding, fitness assessments, goal tracking, and program adjustments.
Facilitated scheduling between clients and coaches to maximize engagement opportunities.
Instructed over 100 athletes weekly in dynamic group classes to enhance individual success.
Provided education on exercise techniques, nutrition strategies, and recovery practices.
Engaged with leadership during weekly strategy sessions focused on revenue goals.
Managed inventory levels, health product sales, and program performance metrics.
Nurtured a vibrant fitness community through proactive outreach and relationship development.

Performed FMS and nutrition assessments.

Business-to-Business Marketing and Relationships.

Effectively perform the InBody assessment with comprehensive health and fitness tracking.

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Samford University Athletics
Birmingham , AL
01.2015 - 09.2022

Trained over 40 athletes in sprints, hurdles, jumps, and multi-events including Heptathlon and Decathlon.
Coordinated logistics for more than 15 collegiate meets as Assistant Meet Director.
Mentored student-athletes on performance enhancement, nutrition strategies, and academic balance.
Managed recruiting outreach, fundraising initiatives, and community service projects.
Organized volunteer activities such as Bundles of Hope and Rebuilding Together.
Recruited over 100 athletes from national and international pools.
Achieved 10 Southern Conference Indoor and Outdoor Championships and 3 NCAA East Regional Qualifiers.
Produced 2 NCAA All-Americans through focused training and support programs.

Campus Recreation Facilities Supervisor

Samford University
Birmingham, Alabama
01.2011 - 05.2014

Oversaw daily operations for campus gym, pool, and recreation facilities.
Addressed patron needs and resolved complaints to enhance user experience.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations to maintain a secure environment.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Samford University
Birmingham, AL
05-2017

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Samford University
Birmingham, AL
05-2014

Skills

Health and fitness assessment, community engagement, program coordination, student supervision, public speaking, client relationship management, calendar and operations management, Google Workspace, virtual meeting facilitation, time management, event logistics

Certification

Precision Nutrition Level 1

CPR Certified

ITF CPP Level 2

Accomplishments

Samford University Athletics Hall of Fame

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), Female Track Representative, 2010–2014
NCAA East Regional Pole Vault Qualifier
4× Heptathlon Champion
Women’s Most Outstanding Outdoor Track & Field Athlete, 2013

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Manager

Iron Tribe Fitness
01.2017 - Current

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Samford University Athletics
01.2015 - 09.2022

Campus Recreation Facilities Supervisor

Samford University
01.2011 - 05.2014

MBA - Business Administration

Samford University

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Samford University
Ashley Cope