SANDRA CASTRO
Houston,Texas
Summary
Enthusiastic Nutrition Professional experienced in wellness/health promotion, training and on-boarding support, and account management. Hardworking and dedicated team player with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Known for personable demeanor and customer-back mindset.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Wellness Consultant
Dairy MAX
06.2014 - 08.2023
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts within the territory, adeptly balancing resource allocation and prioritization to maximize overall business success.
- Developed strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and loyalty in the assigned territory.
- Analyzed sales data to identify areas for territory improvement and implemented strategies to maximize sales growth.
- Managed high-profile events with exceptional organizational and project management skills from liaising with vendors to orchestrating resources while adapting to ambiguity to ensure each event's success
- Evaluated success of implemented strategies through regular client feedback and adjusted programs accordingly to maximize results.
- Mentored junior colleagues helping them develop their skills and enhance their careers in the wellness industry.
School Wellness Coordinator
United Healthcare
11.2012 - 06.2014
- Planned, coordinated, and facilitated district wide and site-based programs promoting nutrition awareness, physical fitness, and education
- Developed and delivered educational resources tailored for district staff needs (e.g., lunch and learn training, newsletters)
- Cultivated and developed key relationships within the school health and childhood obesity prevention communities in and around the School District footprint to ensure effective collaboration, partnering, and brokering of state and local resources.
Staff Development Training Coordinator
Harris County Public Health
02.2007 - 11.2012
- Assess training needs, design training programs, evaluate training outcomes, and support continuous learning for 200 WIC staff and new employees in 13 Harris County WIC Clinics, including Registered Dietitians, Degreed Nutritionists, LVN’s, WIC Certification Specialists, Nutrition Assistants, and Administration personnel.
- Manage Staff Development Team of Nutrition Education Coordinator and Lab Training Specialists for WIC Administration in Harris County, including preparation of performance appraisals.
Nutritionist
Harris County Public Health
01.2004 - 07.2005
- Determined the nutritional and income eligibility of clients (maternal, infant-child) participating in program
- Provided motivational interviewing, nutrition counseling and educational materials based on the individual client’s needs
- Developed nutrition care plan based on anthropometric, biochemical, and dietary/health history information.
Education
M.S., Nutrition & Dietetics -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.2006
B.S., Nutrition & Dietetics -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.2003
Skills
- Nutrition and Health Education
- Employee Training
- Quality Auditing
- Employee Wellness & Engagement Programs
- Presentation Development
- Project Management skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Spanish language-professional working proficiency
- Health Promotion
- Training Coordination
- Presentation Skills
- Program Development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Wellness Consultant
Dairy MAX
06.2014 - 08.2023
School Wellness Coordinator
United Healthcare
11.2012 - 06.2014
Staff Development Training Coordinator
Harris County Public Health
02.2007 - 11.2012
Nutritionist
Harris County Public Health
01.2004 - 07.2005
M.S., Nutrition & Dietetics -
Stephen F. Austin State University
B.S., Nutrition & Dietetics -
Stephen F. Austin State University
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