Sebastiana Browning

• Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
• Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.

Led the comprehensive Vitality program to promote physical, mental, and social well-being among residents.

Developed and implemented evidence-based activities and wellness initiatives, aligned with community needs.

Managed program outreach, including resident and staff communication, newsletters, and event scheduling.

Oversaw budgeting, inventory, safety, and maintenance of Vitality areas and equipment.

Recruited, trained, supervised, and evaluated Vitality staff, contractors, and volunteers.

Fostered ongoing relationships with residents through authentic engagement, and solicited feedback for continuous improvement.

Participated in community marketing and sales efforts to enhance resident participation and satisfaction.

• Developed and implemented health promotion programs and initiatives.
• Facilitated workshops on stress management techniques for employees.
• Monitored budget expenses associated with wellness programming.
• Managed wellness staff for a leading health and wellness facility serving over 8,000 members of diverse ages and abilities.
• Scheduled and presented wellness and leadership programs to members and staff.
• Built effective relationships with members and other departments to promote holistic wellness.

• Afterschool and weekend youth engagement program serving ages 6-18. Coordinated programs, schedules, and created collaborative events. In other areas, for-profit and not-for-profit businesses need to keep youth engaged and encourage the strengthening of personal growth; I served as a role model and youth mentor for young people from foster care, homelessness, and other challenging personal environments.
• Advised senior staff on strategies to increase youth engagement in civic activities.
• Advised management on strategies for improving existing programs or creating new initiatives geared towards youth engagement.
• Collaborated with community organizations to identify potential opportunities for youth engagement.
• Collaborated with other volunteers to plan special events and activities for the youth.
• Assisted in the development of youth program activities to promote learning and development.

Served as the lead rock climbing instructor for youth, taught other instructors rock climbing skills, and was responsible for leading youth activities at the YMCA and in the community.

• Actively sought out innovative approaches to working with challenging youth populations.
• Organized recreational activities that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Encouraged positive behaviors through reinforcement techniques such as praise or rewards.