Mark McMeans
Lees Summit,MO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional currently pursuing a career in IT, with a solid foundation from my studies at Centriq. My journey has taken me from serving as a personal trainer and Navy veteran to leading as Chief Operations Officer at a caregiving company. These experiences have shaped me into a thoughtful leader with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping others. Now, I’m excited to bring my diverse background and newly acquired IT skills to a role where I can make a meaningful impact.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operations Officer
Aging in Place LLC
Independence, MO
03.2018 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with and guided the core management team in assuming full responsibility for the company.
- Implemented a robust scheduling system that guarantees thorough and timely assignment of shifts, securing coverage for four weeks ahead on a weekly basis.
- Proactively engaged with clients to ensure complete satisfaction, resulting in consistent delivery of exceptional services.
Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
City of Lee's Summit
Lee's Summit, MO
11.2014 - 03.2019
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.
- Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd class Petty Officer
United States Navy
02.2007 - 02.2011
- Maintained high levels of readiness by participating in regular training exercises simulating real-world combat scenarios involving aviation ordnance usage.
- Worked closely with crew members in intense, quickly changing and dangerous environments.
- Received, inspected, packaged, stored, handled and processed weapon shipments.
Education
Information Technical School - Information Technology
Centriq
Kansas City, MO08.2024
Associates of Science for Personal Training and Fitness Instructor -
Wright Career College
11.2014
Skills
- Hyper-V with Windows Configuration, Support, & Backup
- Switching and Routing
- ConnectWise University
- Networking Models and Topologies
- Install and Configure DNS and DHCP
- Remote Access and VPN
- IPv4 Subnetting
- M365 Concepts, Services, Administration, and Security (Prep for MS-900)
- Active Directory Domain Services
- Cloud Security (Prep for AZ-900)
- Active Directory Management
- ConnectWise PSA
- Microsoft Azure
- Wireshark
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- Microsoft Hyper-V
Timeline
Chief Operations Officer
Aging in Place LLC
03.2018 - 05.2024
Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
City of Lee's Summit
11.2014 - 03.2019
Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd class Petty Officer
United States Navy
02.2007 - 02.2011
Information Technical School - Information Technology
Centriq
Associates of Science for Personal Training and Fitness Instructor -
Wright Career College