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Richard Kahdeman

Richard Kahdeman

Simi Valley,CA

Summary

Driven health coach with expertise in mentoring clients to help them improve their wellbeing. Results-oriented with a focus on using assessments to make appropriate health recommendations. Skilled at maintaining privacy and confidentiality of clients and their health conditions.

Resourceful professional in health education, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs, adept at behavioral change strategies, and proficient in community outreach. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to effectively educate and empower diverse populations towards healthier lifestyles.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Self-employed Certified Health Coach

Self Employed Web
Simi Valley, CA
05.2004 - Current
  • Gathered health data from clients using self-assessment tools.
  • Organized community events such as health fairs or seminars related to nutrition education or physical activity promotion.
  • Presented health education talks at training workshops and conferences in local area.
  • Helped improve quality of training seminars and public health education materials.
  • Monitored clients' progress and compared to pre-determined health targets.
  • Engaged in outreach activities to promote awareness about the importance of preventive care among target communities.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification status and stay abreast of changes in the field of health coaching.
  • Collaborated with health specialists and civic groups to determine community health needs and availability of services.
  • Coached clients on creating sustainable behaviors through goal setting and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Improved general health of clients by sharing specific low-glycemic nutrition information.
  • Provided individual and group health coaching sessions to clients.
  • Identified areas of improvement in diet, physical activity, and overall lifestyle habits.
  • Evaluated progress towards achieving health-related goals through regular follow-up meetings with clients.
  • Screened clients for variety of health risk factors to make appropriate nutrition advice.
  • Spoke with health community workers and members of public about importance of health, prevention, and treatment.
  • Presented public talks to promote awareness chronic disease reversal with proper low-glycemic nutrition.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care for clients.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage behavior change among reluctant participants.
  • Boosted community members' health knowledge through participation in health events and fairs.
  • Counseled individuals suffering from chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension regarding self-management strategies.
  • Educated clients on topics such as nutrition basics, weight management, disease prevention, stress reduction.
  • Created meal plans that incorporated healthy eating principles based on individual goals.
  • Facilitated nutrition, exercise, lifestyle, and stress management workshops for corporate clients.
  • Developed customized wellness programs tailored to the needs of each client.
  • Assessed clients' current health status by conducting comprehensive health histories and fitness assessments.

Law Firm Owner and Trial Lawyer

Self Employed Services
Westlake Village, California
06.1986 - 06.2004

Represented large and mid-size institutional banking industry clients in multimillion dollar litigation, eg. Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Family Mortgage Corporation, ITT, Citicorp, Nationwide Financial Services, Security Pacific National Bank, City National, Bank, and many others.

Hired and trained other lawyers in trial and litigation skills.

  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
  • Created and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee retention and team collaboration.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

General Counsel

Wells Fargo Financial Services Company
Scottsdale, Arizona
06.1978 - 06.1986
  • Spearheaded negotiations to settle cases before trials.
  • Monitored changes in relevant laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations.
  • Created training materials for staff members on topics such as anti-corruption legislation and data privacy regulations.
  • Managed 9 in-house lawyers and related support staff
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Managed a team of attorneys responsible for providing legal counsel to executive management.
  • Interpreted laws and regulations in non-complex terminology to educate individuals.
  • Assisted in the negotiation of contracts and other legal documents with external stakeholders.

Education

J.D. - Litigation

Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO
06-1972

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
06-1969

Skills

  • Nutritional and health counseling
  • Great personal and relationship skills

  • Motivational interviewing
  • Community outreach
  • Health education

Certification

  • Villanova College of Nursing Health Coach certification in partnership with the Center for Obesity Prevention and Education. C.O.P.E.

Timeline

Self-employed Certified Health Coach

Self Employed Web
05.2004 - Current

Law Firm Owner and Trial Lawyer

Self Employed Services
06.1986 - 06.2004

General Counsel

Wells Fargo Financial Services Company
06.1978 - 06.1986

J.D. - Litigation

Washington University in St Louis

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Missouri