Donna Hawk
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Manager of Operations
Wood Innovations Studio
04.1995 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Certified Yoga Teacher
Sheatree Center
01.2019 - Current
- Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners.
- Created relaxing ambience and protected students from distraction during yoga classes.
- Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
- Incorporated safety, fun and creativity in lesson design and application.
- Developed new yoga skills through continuous study and practice.
- Built connections with students to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
Board Member
Strengthen Our Sisters
09.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
- Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organizational progress and goals.
- Researched potential local, regional, and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
Metal Finisher
Trenton Foundry
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Assessed finished pieces for compliance with standards and removed defective items.
- Blended, buffed or blasted away hanging burrs using abrasives and tools.
- Adhered to all standard safety and compliance requirements, which decreased minor accidents
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Certified Yoga Teacher - Yoga Therapy And Teacher Training
Sheatree Center
Garrison, NY01.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art/Sculpture
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12.1988
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Instructional Strategies
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Client Service
- Customer Relations
- Project Management
- Health and Wellness Education
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Yoga Instructing
- Business Administration
- Financial Management
Websites
Timeline
Certified Yoga Teacher
Sheatree Center
01.2019 - Current
Board Member
Strengthen Our Sisters
09.2011 - Current
Metal Finisher
Trenton Foundry
04.2011 - 04.2013
Owner/Manager of Operations
Wood Innovations Studio
04.1995 - Current
Certified Yoga Teacher - Yoga Therapy And Teacher Training
Sheatree Center
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art/Sculpture
West Virginia University
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