Seasoned leader, plans and directs different types of faith-based and health centered services. Well-versed in providing counseling, organizing activities and overseeing operations. Thirty years of progressive experience in pastoral care, health, and education.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Motivational Speaker
Winners Inc
01.2000 - Current
Diverse audiences: corporations, NCAA Division I colleges, high schools, women's groups and maximum security prisons.
Represented by a reputable speaker's bureau.
Inspired positive change in attendees by sharing actionable advice, tools, and strategies for personal growth.
Consistently delivering engaging, thought-provoking, and memorable presentations.
Conducted interactive workshops focused on goal-setting, time management, communication skills, and leadership development.
Collaborate with event organizers to develop customized speeches, ensuring seamless integration with event themes and objectives.
Received numerous testimonials from satisfied clients praising the impact of motivational speeches on their teams'' performance and morale.
Wellness Transformation Coach
Self-employed
06.2013 - Current
Certified h Wellness Coach (CWC) by The Institute of Integrative Nutrition.
Over 30 years in the health and fitness industry.
Creator of a proprietary whole person purification system.
Facilitates group coaching sessions and provides individual coaching support.
Assist clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
Utilize various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
Assists clients with developing strategies to manage stress, anxiety chronic conditions, to increase productivity.
Analyzes client feedback to create customized programs.
Provides guidance to clients in overcoming health challenges and identifying opportunities.
Leads workshops on nutrition education, emphasizing proper fueling habits essential for peak athletic performance.
Develops and maintains a network of professional resources to refer clients to.
Director of Lifestyle Services
Model Wellness
09.2020 - 02.2022
Assisted in developing the clinic's operational strategy.
Created the clinic's holistic detoxification protocol for clients.
Utilized entire skill set outlined as Wellness Transformation Coach.
Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Recruited, hired, and onboarded initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Created policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with medical regulatory requirements.
Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
Oversaw supply chain functions to verify inventory levels and budget adherence.
Community Partner Advocate
Safe Conversations
11.2014 - 03.2017
Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships.
Fostered an atmosphere of continuous learning within partnering organizations by leading seminars or workshops on Safe Conversations propriety system.
Achieved successful client outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs.
Developed videos and enhanced teen and children's products to improve youth workshop facilitation.
Collaborated, organized and trained, seventy-five volunteer facilitators for the Safe Conversations annual city-wide workshop.
Prepared and presented weekly reports on status of projects and initiatives with community partners.
Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency and community impact.
Women's Head Track& Field Coach
Texas A&M University-Commerce
09.2008 - 05.2013
Sprint coach for female and male athletes.
Developed five NCAA qualifiers and two All-Americans.
Boosted athlete skills through tailored coaching, focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses.
Developed athletes' physical fitness levels, incorporating strength, flexibility, endurance training and proper nutrition. .
Collaborated with fellow coaches to design comprehensive programs for athlete improvement across various event disciplines.
Monitored student athletes' compliance with satisfactory academic performance standards.
Mentored student-athletes in balancing academic responsibilities with athletic commitments, ensuring their success both on and off the field.
Worked directly with Director of Athletic Programs to create budgets for equipment upgrades and travel.
Conducted recruiting events to recruit student-athletes.
Scheduled and organized team events and dinners to cultivate relationships and build rapport.
Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus/plane transportation for weekly competitions.
Pastor of Community Outreach and Evangelism
Covenant Church
08.1999 - 08.2004
Supported community development through organizing and leading outreach programs.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations, prisons, schools, and other local ministries,
Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
Designed innovative worship experiences that integrated contemporary elements alongside traditional practices.
Implemented comprehensive youth education programs that catered to diverse learning interests while fostering spiritual growth within the community.
Delivered sermons to the church congregation.
Led youth programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Mentored youth group members, offering guidance and support in their personal and spiritual lives.
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Covenant Church
08.1997 - 05.1999
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Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
Enhanced students'' writing abilities through targeted feedback and individualized instruction.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching the overall educational experience for students.
Promoted critical thinking skills by designing project-based learning assignments linked to real-world issues.
Implemented formative assessments throughout each unit to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Increased reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading activities and literature circles.
Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong relationships between school and home to support student success.
Assisted in credentialing and opening the school.
Assisted in choosing schoolwide, faith-based curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
09.1989
Skills
Creativity and Innovation
Strategic Planning
Communication Strategies
Group and Individual Instruction
Program Development
Life Balance Programming
Spiritual Formation
Chronic Disease Prevention
Affiliations
National Football League Alumni Association Board Member
Ignite International Inc. Board Member
Certification
Wellness Coach, Institute of Integrative Nutrition 2013
Track & Field Coach, United States of America Track & Field (USATF) 2008
Timeline
Director of Lifestyle Services
Model Wellness
09.2020 - 02.2022
Community Partner Advocate
Safe Conversations
11.2014 - 03.2017
Wellness Transformation Coach
Self-employed
06.2013 - Current
Women's Head Track& Field Coach
Texas A&M University-Commerce
09.2008 - 05.2013
Motivational Speaker
Winners Inc
01.2000 - Current
Pastor of Community Outreach and Evangelism
Covenant Church
08.1999 - 08.2004
7th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Covenant Church
08.1997 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Los Angeles
Wellness Coach, Institute of Integrative Nutrition 2013
Track & Field Coach, United States of America Track & Field (USATF) 2008
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