Eric Bell
Chesterfield,MO
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional transitioning from a successful career in personal training to mental health counseling, currently pursuing a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. Equipped with strong active listening and communication skills, dedicated to fostering meaningful connections that empower individuals on their journey to personal growth. Passionate about facilitating transformative experiences, helping clients unlock their potential and become their best selves. Committed to creating a supportive environment that encourages self-discovery and resilience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gym Owner
All Mighty Fitness LLC
Bridgeton, MO
05.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented fitness programs tailored to diverse client needs.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring high standards of customer service and facility maintenance.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses to enhance community engagement and member acquisition.
- Achieved growth in membership numbers by offering special promotions, referral incentives, and targeted advertising campaigns.
- Improved gym membership retention by developing and implementing personalized fitness programs for clients.
Personal Trainer
Gold's Gym
Florissant, MO
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Instruct members on ways to help them achieve their fitness goals.
- Conduct service appointments with members, which includes body fat analyses, checking their weight, nutritional counseling, and proper use of equipment and proper technique.
- Develop personalized exercise routines that correlate with members’ personal fitness goals.
- Developed personalized fitness programs tailored to individual client goals and needs.
- Conducted regular assessments to track client progress and adjust training plans accordingly.
Universal Branch Specialist
PNC Bank
Saint Lous, MO
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Facilitated client transactions and resolved inquiries to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Processed loan applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows, improving service delivery efficiency.
- Developed training materials for new staff, promoting adherence to best practices and organizational guidelines.
Teller Supervisor
Great Southern Bank
Ferguson, MO
04.2019 - Current
- Responsible for coaching Tellers on customer service skills, as well as referral tactics.
- Responsible for conducting audits
- Responsible for the scheduling of the Tellers
- Responsible for daily banking center teller activities which includes the accurate and timely shipping of all banking center teller work.
- Supervised teller operations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures for optimal workflow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service excellence and transaction accuracy.
Personal Trainer
Dynamic Fitness Management
03.2017 - 10.2018
- Responsible for helping clients reach and maintain their fitness goals.
- Provide clients with routines that revolve around their specific needs/goals.
- Responsible for keeping in contact with clients and potential clients making sure they are adhering to their promises of living a healthier life!
- Led group fitness classes, fostering a supportive team environment among participants.
- Educated clients on nutrition and wellness strategies to complement fitness regimens.
Bank Teller/Vault Teller
Great Southern Bank
Ferguson, MO
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Responsible for balancing each day’s transaction and verifying cash totals.
- Responsible for the main cash vault, and must verify the cash total in the vault.
- Responsible for shipping out and ordering cash for the bank.
- Interact with customers daily, via the telephone or in person. Provide high levels of customer service.
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Managed cash drawer, ensuring balanced funds at all times.
Flow Team Member/Logistics
Target
Florissant, MO
08.2013 - 04.2016
- Responsible for unloading the trailer in a time efficient manner. Typically, completes the task in the given hour and a half time frame.
- Customer interaction, maintaining a positive atmosphere by socializing with the guests, when the store opens.
- Train new employees.
- Held duties in the area of receiving, which involves creating receipts and credits for vendors.
Factory Worker
True Manufacturing Company
O'Fallon, MO
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Worked in the shelves and wire department.
- Responsible for welding items in a timely manner.
- Maintained perfect attendance throughout the course of the assignment.
Education
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Webster University
St. Louis, MO12-2027
BA - Business Management & Marketing
St. Ambrose Catholic University
Davenport, IA05-2013
High School -
Lutheran High School North
Saint Louis, MO05-2009
Skills
- Research Skills
- Client service
- Effective verbal communication
- Relationship building
- Small business operations
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
Certification
- First Aid
- CPR AED
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
VOLUNTEER/LEADERSHIP WORK
Quad Cities, Volunteer, 2009, Participated in volunteer work within the communities of the Quad Cities. The work ranged from yard work, assisting in retirement homes, to assisting companies with packaging items.
Timeline
Gym Owner
All Mighty Fitness LLC
05.2020 - Current
Universal Branch Specialist
PNC Bank
06.2019 - 05.2020
Teller Supervisor
Great Southern Bank
04.2019 - Current
Personal Trainer
Gold's Gym
01.2019 - 03.2020
Personal Trainer
Dynamic Fitness Management
03.2017 - 10.2018
Bank Teller/Vault Teller
Great Southern Bank
04.2016 - 04.2019
Flow Team Member/Logistics
Target
08.2013 - 04.2016
Factory Worker
True Manufacturing Company
05.2012 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Webster University
BA - Business Management & Marketing
St. Ambrose Catholic University
High School -
Lutheran High School North