Sonal Kerr
Salt Lake City
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder/Co-Chair
Highland Rams Foundation
09.2019 - Current
- Founded a nonprofit for Highland High School to support student programs and fundraising efforts
- Coordinated fundraising campaigns through individual giving and events
- Collaborate with foundation board to identify funding objectives and devise workable development plans
- Organize online resources for communication, auctions, and marketing
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Established clear objectives for each project phase, enabling smooth progress tracking and timely course corrections when necessary.
Student Advocate
Highland High School
02.2023 - Current
- Served as a liaison between families and school staff, facilitating open communication about student progress, expectations, and concerns.
- Connected students with appropriate resources by maintaining a comprehensive database of available services and supports within the community.
- Supported diverse learners by creating inclusive learning environments that accommodated various learning styles and abilities.
- Organized events promoting college readiness and career exploration for high school students preparing for post-secondary education or entry into the workforce.
Model/Actress
Urban Talent Management
08.1999 - Current
- Maintained readiness for all jobs by keeping up with proper self-care and effective stress management strategies
- Mentored new and aspiring actors by sharing tips and tricks related to networking, auditions and landing parts
Silent Auction Chair (Volunteer)
Hillside Middle School
10.2016 - 05.2023
- Create detailed donor database to improve relations and streamline outreach initiatives
- Manage and track donations, create and oversee bid sheets, organize and design displays
Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Trainer
Obisdian Fitness
04.2010 - 06.2012
- Developed, planned and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as specialty fitness programs based on performance ability
- Educated clients on preventive care, nutrition, fitness and stress management
Health Coach
The Apple Program
08.2002 - 11.2005
- Provided comprehensive patient health plans, weight loss programs and personalized fitness and exercise programs
- Recommended nutrition and fitness modifications to improve overall health of clients
Education
Certified Personal Trainer 2009-2017
NASM
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Utah
05.2003
Skills
- Leadership and community engagement
- Effective project management
- Strategic planning and organizing
- Developing professional relationships
- Proficient in flexibility and adaptability
- Clear and concise communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
Interests
- Hiking, rock climbing, snow boarding, ice climbing, gymnastics
- Cooking, reading, organizing
- Most of all, time with my husband, 3 boys, and our dog
Timeline
Student Advocate
Highland High School
02.2023 - Current
Founder/Co-Chair
Highland Rams Foundation
09.2019 - Current
Silent Auction Chair (Volunteer)
Hillside Middle School
10.2016 - 05.2023
Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Trainer
Obisdian Fitness
04.2010 - 06.2012
Health Coach
The Apple Program
08.2002 - 11.2005
Model/Actress
Urban Talent Management
08.1999 - Current
Certified Personal Trainer 2009-2017
NASM
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Utah