Kerenza Belgrave
White Plains,NY
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a robust background in wellness, sales, and recruitment. Excelled in motivational interviewing and effective communication, significantly enhancing client and employee wellness programs. Proven track record in building relationships and implementing corporate wellness initiatives, leading to measurable improvements in health outcomes and productivity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellbeing Coach
Alera Group
03.2022 - Current
- Empowered clients by teaching them how to set achievable goals that aligned with their personal values and aspirations.
- Educated clients on self-care practices, leading to enhanced mental wellbeing and reduced stress levels.
- Conducted workshops focused on mindfulness practices, resulting in increased emotional resilience among participants.
- Assisted employers in developing workplace wellness initiatives that improved employee health, productivity, and morale.
- Managed health fair activities to expose customers to health and wellness businesses.
- Developed customized wellness plans for employees, resulting in improved overall health and reduced absenteeism.
- Established a culture of wellness by cultivating an environment focused on holistic well-being, empowering employees to make healthier choices both in and out of the workplace.
- Delivered presentations at local events promoting the benefits of wellness coaching services within the community.
- Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs.
- Analyzed health data and created reports to present to community leaders and stakeholders.
- Collected and tracked information about participation and outcomes of individual programs.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns related to workplace wellness policies and practices.
Physician Office Assistant
White Plains Hospital
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Facilitated ongoing professional development opportunities for fellow staff members by organizing relevant training sessions.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved office efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Trained new office staff members, fostering a supportive team environment and promoting best practices in patient care.
- Provided exceptional customer service during phone interactions, addressing concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
- Answered phone calls and messages for over 30 physicians across various specialties, scheduling appointments, and handling patient escalations.
Coach
Orangetheory Fitness
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
- Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
- Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
- Improved class attendance by creating innovative and engaging group fitness routines.
Nurse Technician
White Plains Hospital
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, personal hygiene, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
Master Trainer
24 Hour Fitness
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Built strong rapport with clients through consistent communication regarding goals, progress updates, and adjustments to training plans as needed.
- Facilitated educational workshops and seminars on various health and fitness topics for both clients and fellow trainers.
- Developed comprehensive nutritional plans for clients, resulting in improved overall health and wellness.
- Increased client fitness levels by designing and implementing personalized training programs tailored to individual needs.
Account Executive - Digital Solutions
DAC Group
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Established strong rapport with clients through regular communication, building trust and loyalty within professional relationships.
- Conducted thorough market research to maintain competitive edge in clients' industry, offering cutting-edge digital solutions that met current trends.
- Implemented innovative sales strategies, resulting in increased revenue from new and existing accounts.
- Exceeded sales targets through effective account management and strategic upselling of digital products and services.
- Delivered informative presentations to executive-level decision-makers at client organizations, demonstrating the value of partnering with our company for their digital needs.
- Worked closely with internal product development teams to provide feedback on client needs and preferences, driving continuous improvement of our digital offerings.
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
- Developed a deep understanding of each client''s industry and business goals, enabling the creation of tailored digital strategies that delivered measurable results.
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
Global Talent Specialist
Mind Gym USA
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Established strong relationships with external recruiting agencies, broadening the talent pool and increasing candidate diversity.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to develop and implement comprehensive succession planning strategies aimed at building a sustainable talent pipeline for future organizational growth.
- Provided coaching and guidance to hiring managers on best practices in interviewing techniques, selection criteria, and candidate evaluation methods.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment process, from requisition creation through offer negotiation and acceptance, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring teams.
- Actively participated in professional networking events to maintain connections within the industry, fostering strategic partnerships beneficial to organizational growth objectives.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Conducted comprehensive job analyses, ensuring accurate job descriptions and requirements for successful candidate placement.
Talent Acquisition Recruiter
Fujifilm USA
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs.
- Implemented diversity initiatives within the recruitment process, contributing to an inclusive workplace environment.
- Consistently met or exceeded established performance metrics related to time-to-fill, candidate quality, and client satisfaction ratings.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
Recruiter
Lab Support
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Recruit with an emphasis in the Life Science industry including: food, pharmaceutical, personal care, medical device, chemical, biotechnology, biochemistry, environmental companies
- Conduct the full life cycle recruitment of all Contract, Contract to Hire, and Direct Hire positions
- Created engaging job postings that accurately reflected position requirements while showcasing company culture.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Conducted interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes prior to moving candidate along to hiring manager.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Communication
State University of New York At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05.2014
Skills
- Group leadership
- Motivational Interviewing
- Nutrition expertise
- Corporate Wellness
- Vendor Management
- Goal Setting
- Self Motivation
- Coaching experience
Certification
- Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Nutrition Factors (NBHWC Accredited)- 2024
- Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, ISSA
- Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, WITS
- BLS, CPR, and AED Certified, American Heart Association for the BLS Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Wellbeing Coach
Alera Group
03.2022 - Current
Physician Office Assistant
White Plains Hospital
12.2019 - 03.2022
Nurse Technician
White Plains Hospital
04.2019 - 12.2019
Coach
Orangetheory Fitness
11.2018 - 03.2020
Master Trainer
24 Hour Fitness
04.2018 - 05.2019
Account Executive - Digital Solutions
DAC Group
08.2016 - 01.2018
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
08.2016 - 05.2017
Global Talent Specialist
Mind Gym USA
11.2015 - 06.2016
Talent Acquisition Recruiter
Fujifilm USA
05.2015 - 11.2015
Recruiter
Lab Support
06.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Communication
State University of New York At New Paltz
- Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Nutrition Factors (NBHWC Accredited)- 2024
- Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, ISSA
- Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, WITS
- BLS, CPR, and AED Certified, American Heart Association for the BLS Healthcare Providers
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