Matthew Russell
St. George,UT
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Motivational Speaker
Self-employeed
09.2012 - Current
- Inspired positive change in attendees by sharing actionable advice, tools, and strategies for personal growth.
- Attracted new clients through targeted social media campaigns showcasing highlights from previous speaking engagements along with client testimonials.
- Mentored aspiring speakers by providing guidance on developing effective speaking techniques and confidence-building strategies.
- Collaborated with event organizers to develop customized speeches, ensuring seamless integration with event themes and objectives.
- Organized virtual webinars reaching global audiences seeking inspiration amidst challenges such as career transitions or personal setbacks.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
- Helped clients set and achieve health and wellness goals.
Triathlon Coach
Self-employeed
01.2010 - Current
- Established a successful youth triathlon program to inspire future generations of athletes and promote overall fitness.
- Developed customized nutritional plans to support optimal performance during training sessions and races.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of each athlete''s strengths, weaknesses, goals, and priorities to create individualized coaching approaches.
- Organized group training sessions for enhanced camaraderie among athletes while fostering teamwork and accountability.
- Implemented innovative coaching techniques that catered to each individual''s learning style resulting in increased comprehension of concepts.
- Enhanced athlete performance by developing personalized training plans and monitoring progress.
- Provided ongoing technical guidance on equipment selection, maintenance, adjustment for maximum efficiency during competition events.
Professional Athlete
Self-employeed
03.2008 - Current
- Promoted the importance of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork both on and off the field to uphold the reputation of the organization.
- Served as a mentor to younger players, providing guidance on skill development, technique refinement, and overall improvement.
- Improved team performance by consistently demonstrating leadership and strong work ethic during practices and games.
- Collaborated with coaches to develop personalized training programs tailored to individual strengths and areas for growth.
- Represented the organization with professionalism and integrity during media interviews, public appearances, or other events in which interaction with external stakeholders occurred.
- Trained extensively and observed proper nutrition for weeks leading up to national-level fitness competitions.
- Excelled under pressure situations during high-stakes competitions, contributing significantly to team victories.
- Achieved recognition as a top-performing athlete by maintaining optimal physical fitness through rigorous training regimens.
- Competed in multiple state and regional competitions, achieving top results.
- Followed comprehensive nutrition plan to optimize performance and meet dietary goals.
- Utilized advanced data analysis techniques to optimize performance.
- Maintained professionalism when attending charity, sporting and media events as team representative.
- Contributed articles to monthly newsletter for student-athletes.
- Collaborated with coaches, nutritionists and physiotherapists to support continuous improvement.
- Maintained a strong understanding of relevant rules, regulations, and guidelines governing competition to ensure adherence and avoid penalties.
- Pursued ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, or additional training sessions aimed at enhancing performance.
- Participated in community outreach events as a representative of the organization, promoting sports awareness and encouraging youth involvement in athletics.
Research and Development Manager
Innomark Inc.
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Championed intellectual property protection, ensuring proper patent filing and legal compliance for all projects.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential obstacles during the project lifecycle.
- Conducted thorough market analysis to identify emerging trends and inform future R&D direction.
- Evaluated competitor products to identify areas for differentiation and potential competitive advantages in new developments.
- Enhanced product quality by identifying gaps in existing research methodologies and implementing improvements.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Coordinated with purchasing department to identify new materials and technology.
- Partnered with sales, strategy and business development to identify new product opportunities, manage project portfolio and work assignments.
- Established strong relationships with external partners to secure necessary resources for successful project execution.
Occupational Therapist
Boulder Manor
06.2007 - 01.2009
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
Sales Associate
Ameri-Tech
06.2005 - 08.2006
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Education
Master Of Occupational Therapy - Health And Wellness
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05.2007
Skills
- Periodization Planning
- One-on-One Coaching
- Injury prevention techniques
- Goal Setting Assistance
- Public Speaking
- Partnerships with many brands
- Life Coaching
- Strong Work Ethic
Accomplishments
-Multiple 70.3 & Ironman Champion
Timeline
Research and Development Manager
Innomark Inc.
10.2023 - 01.2024
Motivational Speaker
Self-employeed
09.2012 - Current
Triathlon Coach
Self-employeed
01.2010 - Current
Professional Athlete
Self-employeed
03.2008 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Boulder Manor
06.2007 - 01.2009
Sales Associate
Ameri-Tech
06.2005 - 08.2006
Master Of Occupational Therapy - Health And Wellness
University of New Hampshire
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