Carrie Mendes
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Corporate Health and Wellness Coordinator with 20 years in the fitness industry combined with a master’s degree in nutrition and several years of leadership experience in the corporate health and wellness. Personable individual offering skilled collaboration and effective communication skills. In-depth knowledge of diverse training styles, nutrition coaching, motivational interviewing and techniques to promote client satisfaction and progress.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellness Coordinator
Army Residence Community
03.2020 - Current
- Lead goal-focused, innovative, engaging fitness and wellness program for employees.
- Primary responsibilities consist of developing strategy and leading efforts to help residents in all aspects of wellbeing.
- To develop and deliver physical activity programming, direct oversight of wellness and fitness center services as well as day to day operations, staff/team management, client relationship development, quality and safety management, data collection, reporting and subcontractor management.
- Created overall strategy for residents wellness and fitness programs to demonstrate improvement in health measures.
- Collaborate with leadership team to develop, maintain, analyze, projects and outcomes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully create health and fitness solutions including Leadership team, HR, Development and Leadership, Registered Dieticians, Wellness Coordinators building the ARC brand and organization mission.
- Managed budgets for wellness initiatives, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.
- Organized engaging workshops and seminars, fostering a culture of continuous learning around health and wellness topics.
HEAD CROSSFIT COACH
Elite Crossfit
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed gym operations efficiently, including scheduling classes, maintaining equipment, and monitoring facility cleanliness.
- Ensured safety of all participants by strictly adhering to CrossFit guidelines and protocols during workouts.
- Mentored new coaches by sharing knowledge of CrossFit methodologies, principles of exercise science, and effective communication strategies.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of industry trends and research findings to ensure training effectiveness.
- Integrated into facility culture to maximize effectiveness of coaching team.
- Listened to member concerns and resolved issues promptly to maintain satisfaction.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by participating in CrossFit certifications, workshops, and seminars.
- Modified exercises to meet specific participant limitations and needs.
TBC CROSSFIT OWNER
TBC Crossfit
07.2007 - 02.2016
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Nutrition
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science and Physical Education
Concordia University St. Paul
St. Paul, Minnesota03.2019
Skills
- Fitness assessment
- Health Promotion
- Website Management
- Vendor coordination
- Workshop Facilitation
- Nutrition expertise
Certification
Building a Results-Oriented Workplace Wellness Program Certificate | Wellness Council of America
Certified Wellness Program Coordinator | Chapman Institute
Personal Trainer | American Council on Exercise
30 Hour General Industry Safety Training | OSHA
10 Hour Construction Safety Training | OSHA
CPR/AED/First Aid | American Red Cross
Certificate| Harvard Manage Mentor
Certificate| Premise Health DCO Pipeline Development Program
Timeline
Wellness Coordinator
Army Residence Community
03.2020 - Current
HEAD CROSSFIT COACH
Elite Crossfit
01.2018 - 03.2020
TBC CROSSFIT OWNER
TBC Crossfit
07.2007 - 02.2016
Master of Science - Applied Nutrition
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science and Physical Education
Concordia University St. Paul