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Kellen Larsen

Green Bay,WI

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Healthy Living Director with 9 years of leadership experience at the YMCA, known for building strong community relationships, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and driving strategic wellness initiatives. Experience in managing projects from conception to execution that enhance member engagement and align with organizational goals. Now seeking to leverage operational insight, people leadership, and mission-driven focus in a Branch Director role to further expand community impact and organizational growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Healthy Living Director

Greater Green Bay YMCA
06.2021 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.


Healthy Living Manager

Greater Green Bay YMCA
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.


Personal Trainer

Greater Green Bay YMCA
04.2016 - 11.2020
  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
  • Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
  • Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
  • Boosted personal training revenue by promoting additional services to existing clients.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Dance

University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
05.2015

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Operational planning and execution
  • Team leadership
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Goal setting
  • Budget management

Certification

Youth Mental Health Certified-12/2022

CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified- 12/2024

Adult Mental Health Certified- 02/2025

Timeline

Healthy Living Director

Greater Green Bay YMCA
06.2021 - Current

Healthy Living Manager

Greater Green Bay YMCA
11.2020 - 06.2021

Personal Trainer

Greater Green Bay YMCA
04.2016 - 11.2020

Bachelor Of Arts - Dance

University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point