Maria Kent
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/ Operator
MK Training and Performance LLC
06.2022 - Current
- Developing and executing strategic business plans to enhance growth and profitability.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
- Deliver personalized, top-notch training sessions that cater to the unique needs of each client while staying abreast of industry developments and integrating fresh techniques and exercises into programs. Provide comprehensive education on fitness, nutrition, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and facility management.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies for client acquisition and retention.
- Handled client bookings, payments, and record-keeping.
Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Coach
ABC Sports and Fitness
01.2022 - Current
- Taught high-energy, instructor-led exercise classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, muscular strength, and flexibility.
- Developed class plans for each session based on fitness level of participants.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique for exercises to ensure safety of participants.
- Encouraged members to reach their fitness goals through motivation and positive reinforcement.
Bartender/ Server
Beer Bones Taproom
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed opening and closing duties, maintained bar cleanliness, stocked inventory.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Center Manager
iCRYO Group
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Developed, implemented, and managed center's daily operations
- Established customer service standards for the center and monitored performance of staff against those standards.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to ensure all personnel were properly trained on policies and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between customers and staff members in a professional manner.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as local regulations regarding safety, health, security and labor laws.
Personal Trainer & Group fitness Coach
Hardwired Fitness
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Instructed pre-programmed workouts for group fitness clients, ensuring a safe and motivating environment.
- Demonstrated various exercises with the use of free weights and machines.
- Motivated clients to reach their personal best by providing positive reinforcement.
Patient Care Associate
Albany Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Provided direct patient care and support services in accordance with established standards and practices.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
Patient Care Technician
St. Peter’s Hospital
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided direct patient care and support services in accordance with established standards and practices.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
Education
HS Diploma -
Lansingburgh Senior Highschool
06.2017
Individual Studies- Nursing -
Hudson Valley Community College
Personal Training, Nutrition, Online Coaching -
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills
- Client Support
- Proficient Verbal and Written Communication
- Software Competency
- Effective Time Management
- Critical Thinking for Problem Resolution
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Proactive Initiative
- Adaptable Learner
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine
- CPR / AED / First Aid (Infant - Child – Adult), National CPR Foundation
Timeline
Bartender/ Server
Beer Bones Taproom
04.2023 - 06.2024
Owner/ Operator
MK Training and Performance LLC
06.2022 - Current
Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Coach
ABC Sports and Fitness
01.2022 - Current
Personal Trainer & Group fitness Coach
Hardwired Fitness
06.2021 - 01.2022
Center Manager
iCRYO Group
03.2021 - 09.2022
Patient Care Associate
Albany Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2021
Patient Care Technician
St. Peter’s Hospital
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine
- CPR / AED / First Aid (Infant - Child – Adult), National CPR Foundation
HS Diploma -
Lansingburgh Senior Highschool
Individual Studies- Nursing -
Hudson Valley Community College
Personal Training, Nutrition, Online Coaching -
National Academy of Sports Medicine
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