Samuel Bickel
TULSA,Oklahoma
Summary
Experienced veteran at Lighthouse Fitness Management, driving revenue and sales growth through strategic client acquisition and team collaboration. Skilled in sales management and mentoring, fostering continuous improvement and strong client relationships. Adept at recruiting top talent and enhancing staff performance to exceed company standards and promote health and fitness excellence. Personal specialization in functional strength training, joint care and rehabilitation, specialized nutrition, bodybuilding, weight loss, behavior modification, and work with health conditions and disease care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Fitness Manager
Lighthouse Fitness Management
Tulsa, OK
09.2024 - Current
- Drove client acquisition initiatives to enhance club sales performance.
- Transformed new gym members into loyal clientele through personalized engagement strategies.
- Facilitated hiring, training, and development of sales personnel within club environment.
- Oversaw training staff management and development initiatives.
- Cultivated and strengthened client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated staff meetings to enhance team communication and collaboration.
- Fostered a culture of positive growth and continuous improvement.
Director of Recruiting
Lighthouse Fitness Management
Boston, MA
11.2022 - Current
- Recruited, trained, and developed personal training sales professionals and trainers.
- Directed strategic initiatives for company expansion into new clubs.
- Sustained personal sales focus to optimize performance levels.
- Demonstrated leadership by modeling best practices and behaviors.
- Improved team performance by delivering targeted mentorship and support.
Area Supervisor
Lighthouse Fitness Management
Houston, TX
07.2018 - Current
- Led recruitment, hiring, and training initiatives for personal training sales team.
- Spearheaded recruitment and hiring processes for personal trainers.
- Organized and managed staff clubs for grand opening event.
- Managed daily operations of multiple clubs to support member engagement and event coordination.
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget. Supported project coordination efforts to enhance team collaboration. Contributed to problem-solving initiatives to improve project outcomes.
Assistant Fitness Manager
Lighthouse Fitness Management
Tulsa, OK
11.2016 - Current
- Assisted in onboarding new clients and matched them with suitable training staff. Maintained high sales performance standards. Kept minimums out of sight and mind.
- Facilitated staff implementation of customized fitness programs addressing diverse client needs.
- Streamlined coordination of staff and client schedules to optimize facility operations.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to safety, efficacy, and professional standards.
- Optimized onboarding process for new trainers to enhance training efficiency and support.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Lighthouse Fitness Management
Owasso, OK
06.2015 - Current
- Designed and implemented personalized fitness programs aligned with client objectives.
- Executed fitness assessments to evaluate client progress and optimize training plans.
- Instructed clients on proper exercise techniques to ensure safety and maximize workout effectiveness.
- Delivered comprehensive nutritional guidance to enhance client health outcomes.
Education
Certification - Certified Personal Trainer With Specializations
NASM
Gilbert, AZ03-2015
No Degree - Nursing
Rogers State University
Claremore, OKSkills
- Company standards enforcement
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Scheduling management
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Talent acquisition
- Stress management techniques
- Nutrition guidance
- Exercise physiology
- Personalized coaching
- Public speaking
- Interpersonal communication
- Exercise physiology
- Personalized coaching
- Public speaking
- Interpersonal communication
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Verbal and written communication
Leadership
Mentoring
Nutrition counseling
Health promotion
Client relations
Scheduling management
Employee performance assessment
Administrative duties
Recruiting and interviewing
Talent acquisition
Lead generation strategies
Telephone etiquette
Injury prevention
Sales management
Revenue growth
Performance analysis
Program development
Meeting participation
Fitness assessments
Personal training
Fitness training
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Excellent communication
CPR certification
Organizational skills
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Relationship building
Team building
Self motivation
Conflict resolution
Goal setting
Strength training
Continuous improvement
Motivational techniques
AED operation
Sports nutrition
Exercise physiology
Timeline
Senior Fitness Manager
Lighthouse Fitness Management
09.2024 - Current
Director of Recruiting
Lighthouse Fitness Management
11.2022 - Current
Area Supervisor
Lighthouse Fitness Management
07.2018 - Current
Assistant Fitness Manager
Lighthouse Fitness Management
11.2016 - Current
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Lighthouse Fitness Management
06.2015 - Current
Certification - Certified Personal Trainer With Specializations
NASM
No Degree - Nursing
Rogers State University