Thomas Dunker

Currently, I am the General Manager at D1 Training Mesquite, where I oversee the daily operations of a facility with over 100 current active members. Once appointed as the GM, I was able to develop and implement strategic marketing plans, resulting in increased membership by over 50% within the first year. And 100% by year 2. I am in the position of managing a team of staff members, including trainers, front desk personnel, and maintenance staff. I am conducting regular team meetings and performance evaluations, while providing training programs to enhance team skills and customer service.

As a head coach at D1 Mesquite, my primary role is to lead and manage a training staff, ensuring both the development of athletes and the success of the team. This role included leadership through staff, mentorship through interns, and training/developing some of the best athletes in the state of Texas.

As a Personal Training Manager, I oversaw a team of personal trainers and managed the overall personal training program within the gym. With this comes the responsibility of promoting personal training services, developing marketing strategies, and working to meet sales targets for the personal training department within Crunch Fitness. As a Personal Training Manager, I oversaw a team of personal trainers and managed the overall personal training program within the gym. With this comes the responsibility of promoting personal training services, developing marketing strategies, and working to meet sales targets for the personal training department within Crunch Fitness.

Transitioning from remote training to in-person training allowed me to enhance my skills and connect with clients on a deeper level. In-person training provided opportunities for personal interaction, stronger communication, and hands-on guidance. I was fortunate enough to have the chance to learn new training techniques and strategies by observing and working with diverse clients, further broadening my expertise in training.
Overall, this shift not only allowed you to grow as a trainer, but also enriched your clients' experiences, helping them achieve their fitness goals more effectively.

As a personal trainer, during an uncertain time in the world, I was able to make the most of my remote work by helping others through fitness. I created tailored workout plans for both individual clients and group fitness classes, ensuring that each session met the specific needs and goals of participants. I was able to guide clients through various specialty fitness programs, motivating them and providing instruction to help them improve their performance. For each individual, I designed workout systems based on their performance abilities, taking into account their fitness levels and personal goals. I spent a lot of time informing clients about the importance of physical activity and how it contributes to a healthy, happy lifestyle, helping them understand the long-term benefits of staying active. As a personal trainer, during an uncertain time in the world, I was able to make the most of my remote work by helping others through fitness. I created tailored workout plans for both individual clients and group fitness classes, ensuring that each session met the specific needs and goals of participants. I was able to guide clients through various specialty fitness programs, motivating them and providing instruction to help them improve their performance. For each individual, I designed workout systems based on their performance abilities, taking into account their fitness levels and personal goals. I spent a lot of time informing clients about the importance of physical activity and how it contributes to a healthy, happy lifestyle, helping them understand the long-term benefits of staying active.

As a building supervisor, I was responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operational integrity of the facilities under my care. My role involved a combination of emergency response coordination and public safety oversight.
I prepared and managed maintenance budgets, ensuring that expenditures for building upkeep were carefully outlined and monitored. This involved assessing needs, forecasting expenses, and implementing cost-effective solutions to maintain high standards of facility operation. I received both public emergency and non-emergency calls, prioritizing these responses to effectively dispatch the appropriate official units, including police, fire, and EMS. By actively observing public safety field units, I was able to identify potential risks and emergency response issues. My proactive approach contributed to enhanced safety measures and improved community trust in our emergency response capabilities. I coordinated with maintenance staff and emergency response teams, fostering a collaborative environment focused on safety and efficiency.
Some important skills I have learned as a Building Supervisor include successfully managing staff emergency skills, resulting in a reduction of overall health risks while maintaining facility quality. Improving emergency response times by implementing better prioritization protocols and enhancing public safety through diligent observation and proactive risk management strategies.