RAFAELA PETER
Marietta
Summary
Experienced Health Coach with over 10 years in enhancing nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle for individuals and families. Specializes in implementing evidence-based nutrition strategies into customized, sustainable routines. Committed to fostering strong client relationships and driving long-term behavior change through structured goal setting and progress tracking.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Coach
Self Employed
05.2013 - Current
- Delivered individualized health coaching to diverse clients, designing personalized nutrition, movement, and lifestyle plans to meet health goals
- Provided virtual one-on-one coaching for 200+ clients, offering practice, education, and ongoing support to improve client engagement and outcomes
- Developed and monitored client-specific goals, enhancing adherence, consistency, and long-term habit formation
- Evaluated client progress and proactively adjusted nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle strategies to optimize results and long-term health outcomes
Business Manager
Buffet Gourmet
07.2003 - 02.2007
- Supervised teams of 15-20 staff, enhancing operational workflow and service quality through effective leadership
- Managed planning and execution of weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations, ensuring client satisfaction and seamless experiences
- Oversaw inventory and vendor coordination, streamlining daily operations to support event execution
- Led customer service and sales initiatives and supported hiring and staff training
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ04-2026
Health Coach Certification -
Institute for Integrative Nutrition
New York, NY07-2013
Bachelor's Degree - International Business
Universidade Newton de Paiva
Minas Gerais, Brazil01-2007
Skills
- Health coaching
- Nutrition assessment
- Behavior change strategies
- Program development
- Client engagement
- Workshop facilitation
- Team leadership
Accomplishments
- Coached 200+ clients across diverse backgrounds, consistently supporting measurable improvements in nutrition, lifestyle habits, and overall health outcomes.
- Increased client retention by 30% through structured follow-up systems, accountability strategies, and personalized coaching approaches.
- Improved client adherence to health plans by 40% by simplifying nutrition guidance and tailoring strategies to individual lifestyles and barriers.
- Boosted client engagement by 50% by designing and implementing effective virtual coaching methods and ongoing support systems.
- Achieved a 25% increase in client satisfaction by delivering highly personalized, results-oriented wellness programs.
- Built a referral-driven client base, demonstrating strong client trust, satisfaction, and long-term relationship management.
- Successfully translated complex nutrition science concepts into practical, sustainable habits, improving client understanding and consistency.
Languages
- Portuguese
- English, Proficient
- Portuguese, Native
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Health Coach
Self Employed
05.2013 - Current
Business Manager
Buffet Gourmet
07.2003 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Science
University of Arizona
Health Coach Certification -
Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Bachelor's Degree - International Business
Universidade Newton de Paiva