Nikita Y. Jackson, NBC-HWC
Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach NBC-HWC
Middletown,DE
Summary
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dynamic leader with over 25 years of experience driving organizational success in business leadership and health and wellness. Specialize in personalized coaching for individuals and groups, as well as organizational leadership for businesses. Strong skills in strategic planning, problem-solving, and effective communication. In-depth knowledge of professional development and business principles, complemented by exceptional project management and team leadership abilities. Collaborative by nature, committed to enhancing business growth while staying abreast of industry trends and best practices. Proven track record in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excel in developing efficient processes that ensure high standards and align efforts with organizational goals. Recognized for a collaborative approach and commitment to excellence, focused on elevating organizations to new heights.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Founding Executive Director
Life Wellness With Nikita, LLC
Middletown, DE
01.2024 - Current
- Certified NBC-HWC specializing in behavioral change and lifestyle goal setting for individuals and groups.
- Utilize technology to enhance client engagement, foster strong client relationships, and deliver telehealth services in private, professional environment.
- Analyze trends in organizational wellness to guide businesses in making informed decisions about employee well-being.
- Conduct health assessments to identify imbalances and create personalized wellness plans.
- Implement stress-reduction techniques to optimize well-being and establish client-centered behavioral goals.
- Manage approximately 20 client inquiries per day.
- Build strategic partnerships with businesses to foster collaborative growth opportunities.
Contract Faculty
Legacy Holistic Health Institute
01.2020 - Current
- Manage virtual learning experiences for students by facilitating NBHWC-accredited modules, ensuring high-quality education and engagement in health and wellness coaching.
- Evaluate student comprehension of health and wellness study modules through individual and group sessions, practice exams, and assignments.
- Contribute as grant writer on development and evaluation teams to enhance courses and promote integrative health and well-being.
- Secured $25,000 in funding for the Legacy Holistic Health Institute capacity building grant.
Contract Faculty/Trainer/Mentor
TechWerks, LLC
01.2020 - Current
- Course trainer and mentor for the Veterans Health Administration Whole Health Coaching program.
- Deliver train-the-trainer modules to VA healthcare practitioners.
- Serve as Make-Up Team Lead for Whole Health Coaching Modules.
- Contribute to the Whole Health Coaching curriculum to enhance practitioner readiness for the National Board Certification exam.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current on health and wellness trends and best practices.
- Contributed to the completion of approximately 300 VA practitioners enrolled in the NBC-HWC accredited Whole Health Coaching Certificate Program.
Founding Executive Director
Tastefullydone Hometique, LLC
Middletown, DE
05.2019 - Current
- Certified NBC-HWC
- Operate a health and wellness boutique specializing in eco-friendly candles and aromatherapy products.
- Provide stress management tools that promote self-care.
- Published author on men's health and self-care.
- Provided virtual health coaching mentorship to first-year medical students at Meharry Medical College through Vanderbilt University's certification program.
- Evaluate market trends to optimize pricing strategies and enhance brand awareness through public events.
Organizational Development Consultant
Independent Consultant
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Served as principal trainer and facilitator.
- Delivered training on grant management, proposal writing, and board development while identifying areas for internal improvement.
- Focused on strategic planning incorporating social determinants of health (SDOH) to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Guided clients in program evaluation for measurable outcomes and tailored workshops to meet specific needs.
- Assisted leadership teams in fostering shared beliefs and attitudes across the organization.
- Developed customized training modules, leading to improved organizational effectiveness.
- Secured $10,000 in state funding for strategic planning for a 10-member non-profit executive board of directors.
Education
Doctor of Business Administration - Organizational Leadership
National University School of Business And Economics
San Diego, CA 08.2022 - 12.2025
Master of Science - Urban Policy and Planning
The New School For Social Research
New York, NYBachelor of Science - Mass Communications and Urban Studies
Dillard University
New Orleans, LASkills
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Health and Wellness Education
- Telehealth and Digital Coaching
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Strategic Business Planning and Grantwriting
- Research and Trend Analysis
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Change and Growth Management
- Team Leadership and Engagement
- Relationship and Team Building
- Ethics and Integrity
- People and Culture
Secondary Email
N.Jackson8292@o365.ncu.edu
Publications
Brotherhood of Black Fathers: Book of Affirmation on Health and Wellness, Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/Brotherhood-Black-Fathers-Affirmations-Wellness/dp/B08NDR179G
Hobbies and Interests
- Journaling
- Walking Nature Trails
- Yoga
- Foodie
Honors and Affiliations
- Omega Nu Lambda, national collegiate honor society member at National University.
- Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated (ΔΣΘ)
- National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
- Legacy Holistic Health and Wellness Institute
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it." - Charles R. Swindoll.
Charles R. Swindoll.
Certification
- National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).
- Certificate of Holistic Health Coach - Legacy Holistic Health Institute.
- Certificate in Food, Nutrition, and Health - Community College of Philadelphia, Allegra Learning Solutions, LLC.
- Certificate in Stress Management - Community College of Philadelphia, Allegra Learning Solutions, LLC.
- The Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program, The University of Delaware.
Timeline
Founding Executive Director
Life Wellness With Nikita, LLC
01.2024 - Current
Doctor of Business Administration - Organizational Leadership
National University School of Business And Economics
08.2022 - 12.2025
Contract Faculty
Legacy Holistic Health Institute
01.2020 - Current
Contract Faculty/Trainer/Mentor
TechWerks, LLC
01.2020 - Current
Founding Executive Director
Tastefullydone Hometique, LLC
05.2019 - Current
Organizational Development Consultant
Independent Consultant
01.2008 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Urban Policy and Planning
The New School For Social Research
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications and Urban Studies
Dillard University
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