Kelli Smith
Santa Monica,CA
Summary
Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Coach and Manager
BIG FUN Gymnastics and Therapy Services
06.2001 - 08.2005
- Developed individualized gymnastics programs tailored to children with special needs using a Blend of traditional gymnastics, sensory integration, and behavioral techniques
- Caseload included children with autism, deafness, Down’s Syndrome, cerebral palsy, Fragile X-Syndrome, hydrocephalus, and low vision
- Scheduling manager for Pasadena, CA facility and holiday camps
Founder Music and Movement Appreciation Program
Independant Contractor
05.2004 - Current
- Created a music program using music as a vehicle to develop, strengthen and maintain fine/gross motor skills, sensory integration, speech, movement and posture in special needs children
- Incorporated music and instrumentation into treatment plans on In-patient Rehabilitation Unit of Riverside Methodist Hospital
Founder/Director of Therapies
Abundance Therapies, Inc.
01.2008 - Current
- Provide Occupational Therapy services to increase and restore function through music and instrumentation to populations birth – early adult
- Provide social skills groups for Pre-k – young adult groups
- Provide early intervention to the birth to 3 years of age
- Provide weekly documentation, assessment, treatment plans and goals for each individual
- Provide consultation and education to families and caregivers of each client
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Built and maintained strong, cohesive team by recruiting top talent and fostering supportive work environment.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
School Based Occupational Therapist
EBS Healthcare
03.2008 - 06.2009
- School Based Occupational Therapist in the Los Angeles Unified School District
- Administer, and report all standardize and developmental Assessment for children pre Kindergarten to High school age children
- Develop and administer Treatment plans of caseload of 38 plus children at one time
- Oversee Occupational Therapy students
- Attend and report assessment, treatment and care plan of children at IEP
Director of Occupational Therapy
NAPA Center
06.2009 - 09.2011
- Provide OT services to birth –Adult populations with a wide range of diagnoses in individuals with neurological- developmental disabilities
- Specialize in Vital Stim dysphagia and oral motor deficits
- Developed a 3 week, 5 day per week intensive sensory integration program including the use of multiple tools and modalities such as the Neurosuit, auditory training, movement, sensory integration and NDT protocols
- Provide all screenings assessments, and development and carry through of treatment plans
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Co-Founder/Business Owner
One For All - Healing Arts Center
11.2011 - 12.2017
- Grew the customer base through targeted outreach and networking events.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
Founder/Director of Business Development
Abundance Therapies Foundation
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio06.2007
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Client Engagement
- Visionary leadership
- Client Relationship Building
Professionalpresentations
Music as an Alternative means to function
References
Available upon request.
Community Service
- Cure Autism Now
- Surfers Healing
- Therasurf foundations
Professionalorganizations
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Member
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Founder/Director of Business Development
Abundance Therapies Foundation
01.2023 - Current
Co-Founder/Business Owner
One For All - Healing Arts Center
11.2011 - 12.2017
Director of Occupational Therapy
NAPA Center
06.2009 - 09.2011
School Based Occupational Therapist
EBS Healthcare
03.2008 - 06.2009
Founder/Director of Therapies
Abundance Therapies, Inc.
01.2008 - Current
Founder Music and Movement Appreciation Program
Independant Contractor
05.2004 - Current
Recreation Coach and Manager
BIG FUN Gymnastics and Therapy Services
06.2001 - 08.2005
- CPR/AED Certification
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
The Ohio State University
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