Open To Work
Emily J. Pack
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in community engagement and wellness programming. Developed initiatives that enhance brand awareness and promote holistic health through data analysis and effective communication. Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills foster collaboration and drive project success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder & Consultant
Prospera Consulting Group
09.2022 - Current
- Partnered with organizations to enhance employee well-being through actionable data insights and strategic execution
- Developed research-based content that positioned wellness as essential to organizational high performance
- Curated seminars and learning materials focusing on mental health literacy and holistic well-being for diverse audiences
Women’s Apparel Buyer; Community Outreach Coordinator; Sales Manager
Runners Market
Knoxville, USA
06.2016 - Current
- Prioritized inventory management as well as business-to-business collaboration
- Formalized and executed a social impact plan by leveraging key relationships and renewing the role of the business in the local community
- Sought opportunities in community to enhance brand awareness and customer engagement while promoting small businesses
- Engaged community members in conversations about holistic health to foster awareness and interest in recreation
- Built community through active listening and engagement, strengthening customer relationships and support
Adjunct Professor
Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented data-driven changes to course delivery, accommodating diverse learning styles and abilities
- Facilitated engaging class discussions to enhance student participation and learning.
- Developed course materials and lesson plans for diverse student populations.
- Evaluated student performance through exams, projects, and presentations.
- Designed targeted online courses to enhance learner well-being
Graduate Teaching Associate; Adjunct Professor
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
01.2016 - 05.2024
- Instructor of Record for 36+ courses, ranging from physical education to rigorous academic courses
- Developed research-based curriculum for foundational courses, enhancing student understanding of applied ethics in recreation and sport
- Mentored 300+ students in ethical decision-making, fostering critical thinking and application of foundational ethical concepts
Doctoral Research
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Applied critical thinking and strategy in the development, management, and implementation of 20+ human-centered research projects
- Employed qualitative research methods to address critical questions in recreation management, gender equity, physical and mental health, and organizational culture, contributing to comprehensive understanding of these issues
- Fostered innovation and problem-solving in interdisciplinary teams to enhance collaborative research outcomes
- Analyzed and distilled large amounts of information into easy-to-understand, relevant, and practical recommendations for a wide range of audiences
- Partnered with local non-profit to develop a grant proposal aimed at improving equitable access to outdoor education through enhancements in the built environment
Intern for the Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Life
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed content for a monthly holistic wellness newsletter reaching over 10,000 university community members
- Coordinated wellness event uniting six wellness-related entities to enhance holistic care and support for students
- Collaborated on an initiative to transform the university into a health-promoting institution through audits, benchmarking, and survey development and analysis
- Audited internships and practicums to identify opportunities for cross-campus partnerships
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Kinesiology and Sport Studies
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville05-2023
Master of Public Health - Community Health Education
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville05-2022
Master of Science - Kinesiology
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies
Baylor University
Waco, Texas05-2014
Skills
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Data analysis
- Content creation
- Course development
- Research methodology
- Community engagement
- Team collaboration
- Innovation and vision
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Adaptable and flexible
- Effective communication
Certification
- Graduate Certificate in Qualitative Research
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
Awards
- 4x Graduate Fellowship Recipient
- GTA@OIT $1,000 Grand Recipient
- Phi Kappa Phi, The University of Tennessee
- Baylor University Honors Program
- Baylor Triathlon Club, President, Baylor University
- Ironman Texas 2015, Finisher
- Boston Marathon 2018, Charity Runner
- Phi Theta, President, Baylor University
Areas Of Interest
- Community building and outreach and social impact
- Research and evaluation
- Learning development and design
- Organizational policy development and improvement
- Community health education
- Strategic planning and problem-solving
- Ethics and integrity
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg
08.2023 - 05.2024
Co-Founder & Consultant
Prospera Consulting Group
09.2022 - Current
Intern for the Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Life
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
01.2022 - 05.2022
Doctoral Research
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
08.2019 - 05.2023
Women’s Apparel Buyer; Community Outreach Coordinator; Sales Manager
Runners Market
06.2016 - Current
Graduate Teaching Associate; Adjunct Professor
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
01.2016 - 05.2024
Doctor of Philosophy - Kinesiology and Sport Studies
The University of Tennessee
Master of Public Health - Community Health Education
The University of Tennessee
Master of Science - Kinesiology
The University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies
Baylor University