TINA KLEIN
Professional Coach/Military Officer/Educator/Pharmaceutical Sales
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
WWW: Bold Profile Summary Dynamic leader with a proven track record in athlete performance analysis and program development at Kennesaw Parks and Recreation. Expertise in financial management and public engagement has driven enhanced community outreach through strategic partnerships. Demonstrated proficiency in goal-setting and nutritional guidance, resulting in substantial advancements in athlete development and community relations. Committed to fostering continued growth in community wellness initiatives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Kennesaw Parks and Recreation
Kennesaw, GA
07.2016 - Current
- Customized training approaches to align with athletes' individual needs
- Facilitated goal-setting strategies to support athlete development
- Tracked athletes' performance metrics for strategic planning
- Assessed performance metrics, providing effective coaching strategies
- Involved in continual learning opportunities for enhancing current coaching methodologies
- Provided motivation, encouragement and tailored nutritional guidance to enhance athletic performance
- Ensured accurate financial management by analyzing budgets, controlling costs, and evaluating income sources
- Strictly followed activities department and district regulations
- Developed relationships with alumni and other stakeholders within the community
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
Director of Community Outreach
Atlanta Track and Field
Kennesaw, GA
07.2008 - 09.2013
- Created training modules for personnel and volunteers conducting educational seminars
- Executed seamless logistical operations for outreach initiatives encompassing varied socioeconomic demographics
- Developed strategies to enhance resource accessibility and engagement across the community
- Established partnerships with organizations like the Atlanta Braves
- Foundation and Arthur Blank Foundation for effective program outreach
- Coordinated events including conferences, workshops, speaking engagements, and panel discussions to align with organizational objectives
- Established metrics to assess and track strategic adjustments
- Delivered presentations to ensure understanding of programs and policies within the community
- Identified potential funding sources from local foundations and businesses
- Documented interactions with stakeholders for community outreach initiatives
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired volunteers and staff
- Collaborated effectively with a diverse team to achieve objectives
- Applied effective resolution strategies to tackle issues with efficiency.
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Elly LIlly
06.2000 - 12.2005
- Consistently ranked top 10% of sales.
- Gained customer loyalty by providing exceptional follow-up support and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Implemented efficient time management strategies that allowed for optimal coverage of assigned territory while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Expanded market share by identifying potential clients and successfully converting them to long-term customers.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with healthcare providers and delivering informative product presentations.
Education
Masters of Public Administration - Public Administration
Troy University
06.1993
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Texas State University
12.1998
Skills
- Athlete Performance Analysis
- Program Development Expertise
- Financial management
- Nutritional guidance
- Goal-setting strategies
- Public Engagement Strategy
- Strategic planning
- Training and coaching
Affiliations
Member of SEGA (Southeast Greyhound Adoption), rescuing and placing former racing hounds into their forever
homes.
Coach adults who want to train for their first race or improve their times in their goal races.
Coach individuals who need to pass t heir fitness test when it comes to physical tests for the military or law
enforcement.
Accomplishments
Elected Board Member for Atlanta Military Officers Association, serving as their current Treasurer/CFO. Elementary
Interests
Activities and Honors
, Volunteer with our church in letter writing and serving meals at Must Ministries Homeless Shelter
Certified Official officiating meets in Georgia and Tennessee with United States Track and Field
Certified Coach for United States Track and Field
Additional Information
- Currently run and on the Masters Track and Field USA. Currently World Ranked and All American earning silver and bronze medals in: the Steeplechase, 8k Cross Country, Half Marathon, 3000m indoor track, 5000m outdoor track and 10k road races. Was on the 4 x 800m relay team that set the World Record in our division. Selected as on of the top 8 athletes to represent USA in Santiago Chili in November 2025 for the following events: 5000m, 8k Cross Country, Steeplechase and Half Marathon. Served in United States Army as Ordnance Officer and Paratrooper; earning my highest award: Bronze Star. Served in the Department of Justice. Started a mentoring program in 2023 called Reach and Rise with the YMCA in Kennesaw that is now in full effect in our community. Created a youth running program, Kilometer Kids in partnerships with Boys and Girls Clubs of metro Atlanta and YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta. Dedicated to inspiring youth for ages 5 through 14 to achieve their health and fitness.
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeContract WorkFull TimeWork Location
HybridRemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursQuote
You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.
Michael Jordan
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Competitive Runner; Animal Rescue; volunteer at food shelters
· Part of Southeast Greyhound Adoption and help rescued greyhounds find their forever homes. Help rescue Weimaraner rescuing group of Atlanta.
· Volunteer with our church in letter writing and serving meals at Must Ministries at the homeless shelter.
· Certified Official with United States Track and Field meets. I officiate at College, High School, Middle School, and National meets which include Open and Masters Athletes.
· Coach adults who want to train for their first race; coach individuals who need to pass their fitness test when it comes to fitness tests for the military or law enforcement.
Timeline
Head Coach
Kennesaw Parks and Recreation
07.2016 - Current
Director of Community Outreach
Atlanta Track and Field
07.2008 - 09.2013
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Elly LIlly
06.2000 - 12.2005
Masters of Public Administration - Public Administration
Troy University
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Texas State University
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