Dwayne H. Adams, Sr.
Executive Director
New Castle,DE
Summary
Former world class rower, personal trainer, level II rowing coach and motivational / public speaker. Business owner dedicated to fostering positive and healthy community. Adaptable, self-motivated and able to work in a face paced, deadline driven environment. Leased access television host/producer committed to providing a balance of informational and entertaining programming.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Breaking Barriers Rowing and Fitness
Newark, DE
07.2005 - Current
- Ensured consistent messaging of organization's core values of wellness, honesty, respect, caring and accountable in all communications to the community
- Implemented and instructed group exercise classes; organized wellness center events independently and in collaboration with other organizations
- Collaborated with multiple organizations to raise awareness of the importance of health and fitness at all levels, regardless of age or ability
- Responsible for daily operation of 3,500 square foot facility with an annual operating budget of $150,000
- Recruited, hired, developed and managed both fitness and service staff members to ensure efficient operations and positive member experience
- Organized monthly class schedules for multiple disciplines including Zumba, spin bike, circuit training, martial arts, and general body conditioning
- Created individualized training programs and conducted fitness assessments
- Maintained all equipment
- Consistently managed multiple projects, met deadlines and operated within budget
- Developed comprehensive health and fitness plans for at-risk youth as well as their family; serviced clients and their families in the community.
Co-host / Co-producer
In the Upper Room Outreach Television Ministries
Wilmington, DE
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Communicates and coordinates creative vision with production staff
- Expanded network of contacts and fostered relationships with civic and community leaders
- Live-produced, relaying timing cues to guests/talent and production staff throughout the broadcasts
- Thoroughly prepare guests for live segment to ensure on-air comfort and professionalism
- Confirm scheduled interview information, supplemental material and graphics before and during live broadcast
- Organize and supervise in-house & on-location video shoots
- Developed new, ongoing programming features to engage viewers, on-air guests, and the local community.
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Program Management
- Business Development
- Proficiency in helping others reach their fitness goals
- Operations management
Awards And Accomplishments
- Outstanding Citizen Award by the NAACP in 2008
- Humanitarian of the Year by the Masonic District Mason in 2010
- Mayor’s Commission on People with Disabilities in 2010
- 2010 Access Achievement Award
- Hometown Heroes Award from the Philadelphia 76ers NBA team in 2013
- Resolution presented by the Delaware House of Representatives for Breaking Barriers in 2017
Timeline
Co-host / Co-producer
In the Upper Room Outreach Television Ministries
10.2017 - 01.2019
Executive Director
Breaking Barriers Rowing and Fitness
07.2005 - Current