Deidre Kwenani
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Organized, hard-working and passionate candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Ready to help ASU Health achieve its mission and goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EdPlus Coach/Coordinator
Arizona State University
09.2022 - Current
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize student success.
- Provided guidance to students and coaches in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Encouraged students and coaches to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Enhanced student satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Self-Awareness Guide/Health Coach
MOBE
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Improved client health outcomes by developing personalized wellness plans and tracking progress.
- Enhanced clients' understanding of nutrition, stress, sleep, and exercise, resulting in better overall health and well-being.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews for accurate goal-setting and customized coaching strategies.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to create integrated care plans for clients with chronic conditions.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to identify client barriers and facilitate behavior change.
- Established strong rapport with diverse clientele, fostering trust and open communication during coaching sessions.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting coaching approaches as needed for optimal results.
- Maintained thorough documentation of client interactions to ensure continuity of care and track progress effectively.
- Utilized evidence-based research to inform coaching methods that improved clients' overall health status.
Co-Founder and Editor
H.D Invision Wellness Consultancy And Magazine
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed financial, operational, marketing, advertising and new product development to optimize business performance.
- Represented the organization at industry conferences and events.
- Provided strategic direction for product development, resulting in high-quality offerings that resonated with customers' needs and preferences.
- Created and maintained customer-centric culture to drive customer satisfaction and expand customer base.
- Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
- Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, building a diverse team of skilled professionals who contributed significantly to the company's success.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Liaised with graphic designers to create visually appealing layouts that complemented written content.
Adjunct Faculty Member
University Of Namibia
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accordance with stated course objectives.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies in lectures while also increasing engagement by implementing interactive activities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through open communication and constructive feedback; and established strong rapport with students, creating an inclusive learning environment that fostered curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Utilized various teaching methodologies to accommodate different learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Integrated current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
- Created and graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Head of Marketing/Health Products Consultant
Ndapunikwa Investments
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Directed hiring, training, and performance evaluations for a 5-person marketing team.
- Established strong relationships with key industry influencers to elevate brand reputation.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends and capitalize on new opportunities.
- Assisted junior staff in onboarding new customers efficiently by developing database listings, uploading information, and defining related lists.
- Collaborated with developers, advertisers and production managers to market products and services.
- Captured new customers by optimizing business strategies and launching products to diversify offerings.
Community Service-Learning Coordinator
University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Coordinated Service-Learning Courses which involved collaborating with faculty, engaging students, developing support materials, planning and implementing service-learning campus events, and student advising.
- Partnered with community organizations that provided experiential learning opportunities aligned with curricula requirements for various courses.
- Developed and facilitated training for international students on the topic of community engagement and volunteering to ensure success as a service learner/volunteer.
- Facilitated a research project to determine engagement and/or lack thereof in underrepresented populations to inform the work of the center.
Health Coach
Optum Health
10.2010 - 01.2015
- Enhanced clients' understanding of nutrition, diabetes management, tobacco cessation, stress, and exercise, resulting in better overall health and wellbeing.
- Improved client health outcomes by assisting in setting realistic goals, implementing effective action plans, and monitoring progress for long-term success.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate sustainable behavior change.
Education
Doctorate - Behavioral Health Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2024
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN05.2006
Skills
- Coaching
- Motivational Interviewing
- Health Education
- Empathy and Understanding
- Active Listening Techniques
- Goal Setting Abilities
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Project Planning and Development
- Strategic Content Development and Planning
- Organization
Certification
- National Board Certified-Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching
- Lifestyle Medicine Coach Certificate, WellCoaches and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine
- Certified Health and Wellness Coach (CHWC), WellCoaches
- Basic Skills for Tobacco Treatment, University of Massachusetts
Publications
“Maximizing International Students’ Service-Learning and Community Engagement Experience: A Case Study of Student Voices on the Benefits and Barriers” Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement, 2018
InVision Wellness Magazine, HD Invision Wellness Consultancy, quarterly publications from 2017-2019
Timeline
EdPlus Coach/Coordinator
Arizona State University
09.2022 - Current
Self-Awareness Guide/Health Coach
MOBE
01.2020 - 01.2022
Co-Founder and Editor
H.D Invision Wellness Consultancy And Magazine
01.2017 - 03.2020
Adjunct Faculty Member
University Of Namibia
01.2017 - 12.2017
Head of Marketing/Health Products Consultant
Ndapunikwa Investments
02.2016 - 01.2017
Community Service-Learning Coordinator
University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities
08.2014 - 01.2015
Health Coach
Optum Health
10.2010 - 01.2015
Doctorate - Behavioral Health Management
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University