Nakia Smith
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic Certified Health Coach with extensive experience at Pompa Program, specializing in motivational interviewing and wellness program design. Proven track record of empowering clients to achieve sustainable health transformations through personalized coaching and effective behavior modification techniques. Committed to fostering strong client relationships and enhancing overall well-being.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Health Coach
Pompa Program
Remote
02.2025 - Current
- Walked clients through a highly structured, science-backed detox protocol that targets cellular health and hidden stressors.
- Reviewed assessments, identifying patterns related to hormones, gut health, toxins, and inflammation, and helping clients apply the protocol correctly.
- Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions to motivate and educate clients.
- Monitored client progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Coached clients on creating sustainable behaviors through goal setting and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage behavior change among reluctant participants.
Independent Contractor
Independent Contractor
01.2023 - Current
- Managed a diverse portfolio of individual clients, providing personalized wellness, fitness, and nutrition services.
- Delivered tailored fitness programs and wellness plans to clients, ensuring goals were met with effective, sustainable solutions.
- Collaborated with multiple businesses, offering expertise in wellness coaching, fitness instruction, and program development.
- Developed innovative wellness programs for businesses, helping employees achieve better health and fitness while enhancing workplace productivity.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, offering ongoing support and guidance to drive client success and satisfaction.
- Provided expert consultations, leveraging knowledge in nutrition, fitness, and wellness to optimize client health outcomes.
Wellness Specialist
LIFE EXTENSION
04.2019 - 01.2023
- Advised healthcare professionals and patients on functional supplementation, nutrition, and exercise strategies to address complex health challenges.
- Built strong client relationships, fostering trust and driving increased sales revenue.
- Provided holistic health solutions, drawing from personal experience and education to transcend conventional approaches.
- Delivered advanced wellness information and exceptional customer service, empowering clients to take control of their health.
- Supported practitioners in enhancing clinical practice success, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Personal Trainer
PUSH FITNESS
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Designed customized fitness plans and coached clients on nutrition for optimal results.
- Developed and led group exercise classes, creating a motivating and inclusive environment.
- Delivered personalized guidance, resulting in remarkable client transformations.
- Provided top-tier customer service, ensuring clients had a rewarding and empowering fitness experience.
- Maintained peak physical condition to serve as an inspiring role model for clients.
Independent Wellness Contractor
URBAN STRATEGIES
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Created a personalized 6 week wellness program for the community, improving health outcomes for participants.
- Delivered weekly nutrition and lifestyle coaching, helping individuals achieve sustainable weight loss and fitness goals.
- Led group training sessions, fostering a sense of community and commitment to health.
- Ensured continued health improvements beyond the program, with lasting positive changes in participants' lives.
Personal Training Director
LA FITNESS
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Managed and motivated personal trainers to achieve sales goals and maintain high standards of service.
- Oversaw trainer schedules, invoicing, and daily operations, ensuring efficient club management.
- Designed personalized training programs, increasing client satisfaction and boosting company revenue.
- Provided education and ongoing support to trainers, ensuring they delivered quality services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Pre-Med Studies)
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2003
Skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Nutritional coaching
- Fitness assessment
- Wellness program design
- Health education
- Effective communication
- Behavior modification techniques
- Physical activity guidance
- Chronic disease prevention
- Marketing and branding
- Weight management support
- Behavior change
- Client relationships
- Mindset coaching
- lifestyle coaching
- Lab interpretation
- Client goal setting
- Record keeping
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Client assessment
- Critical thinking
- Training 1-on-1 personal training
- Exercise and meal plans
- Supplement protocol design
- Functional medicine knowledge
- Weight management coaching
- Holistic health coaching
Certification
- SIBO, Organic Acids, HTMA, 11/22
- Foundations of Herbalism, 11/22
- Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Health Coach, 08/22
- ISSA DNA Exercise Specialist, 03/21
- Certified Weight Loss Specialist, 12/19
- Certified VXN Workout Instructor Level II, 12/19
- Certified For Zumba Strong, 02/19
- Certified Total Body Tabata HIIT Training, 12/18
- ACE Certified Nutrition Specialist, 12/18
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer, 12/16
- Zumba Fitness
- Strong Nation
- VXN Workout
- CPR & AED
- NPC Bikini Bodybuilding Competitor- 5th Place Royal Palm Classics
- Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, 06/24
- Organic Acid Testing, 11/22
Timeline
Certified Health Coach
Pompa Program
02.2025 - Current
Independent Contractor
Independent Contractor
01.2023 - Current
Wellness Specialist
LIFE EXTENSION
04.2019 - 01.2023
Independent Wellness Contractor
URBAN STRATEGIES
06.2018 - 08.2018
Personal Training Director
LA FITNESS
01.2018 - 03.2018
Personal Trainer
PUSH FITNESS
03.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Pre-Med Studies)
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY