TOMMI PAAVOLA
Oakland,NJ
Summary
Results-driven leader and innovator in health and human performance with a proven track record in program development, physical preparation, and performance assessments. Keen eye for identifying areas of improvement and specializing in developing targeted interventions to enhance performance, readiness, and prevent injuries. Analytical nature and drive for success have led to excellence in leadership roles, education, and utilizing strong analytical skills. Over 20 years of experience in human performance, health and fitness education, and exercise programming, bringing a wealth of expertise to any organization.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Performance Manager
Holy Name Medical Center/HNH Fitness
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and coordinated science-driven and integrated health and human performance programs
- Collaborated with Physical Therapists and Physicians in building bridge between rehabilitation and conditioning
- Designed a Health and Performance Assessment System with objective metrics and analysis
- Designed and executed research projects for health and performance with actionable outcomes
- Conducted thorough assessments of employee performance, identifying strengths and areas for growth.
Owner / Head Educator
Discover Movement LLC.
01.2006 - 01.2023
- Developed and instructed Movement & Performance courses for over 1,000 fitness and medical professionals
- Initiated an international Tactical Fitness collaboration for development of Search and Rescue responder performance
- Created Movement Map for assessing, analyzing, and training functional movement biomechanics
- Acted as Master Trainer, Content Creator and Lecturer for Finnish Coaching Association 2009-2020
- Designed a testing and training system for Finland's National Ski Team preparing for 2018 Olympics
- Created Movement Skill Training Program for young athletes used by over 4,000 sport coaches
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Enhanced athlete performance by designing and implementing customized strength and conditioning programs.
Fitness & Performance Coordinator
Immaculate Heart Academy
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Supervised and coached Strength and Conditioning programs for 10 varsity sports for 12 years
- Instructed Physical Education and Personal Training Certification courses (NASM)
- Created and instructed an Exercise Science curriculum
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Education
Master of Sport Sciences - Physical Education, Outdoor Education
Jyväskylä University
Skills
- Comprehensive Fitness Evaluations
- Applied Biomechanics Knowledge
- Program Design and Implementation
- Education and Instruction
- Team Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Performance analysis
- Coaching and mentoring
- Customer focus
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members in different locations.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Physical Therapy Step Down program.
- Achieved over 200% growth with the program through building relationships and buy-in within the hospital and stakeholders
- Facilitated 3 research projects on 150 athletes through team-work and leadership
Certification
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist CSCS, NSCA, 01/01/04
- Fellow of Applied Functional Sciences FAFS, 06/01/14
- Functional Manual Reaction FMR, 06/01/14
- Movement Performance Assessment System 3DMAPS, 01/01/16
- Certified Personal Trainer, NASM, 02/01/20
- Performance Enhancement Specialist, NASM, 10/01/21
- Foot and Ankle Specialization, 04/01/22
- CPR/AED & Wilderness First Responder, 06/01/23
- Certified Performance & Sport Scientist, CPSS, NSCA, 12/01/22
- Corrective Exercise Specialist, NASM, 02/01/23
- Certified Sport Nutrition Coach, NASM, 01/01/25
Personal Information
Title: Human Performance Manager
Languages
English
Full Professional
Finnish
Native or Bilingual
Norwegian
Limited Working
German
Elementary
Timeline
Human Performance Manager
Holy Name Medical Center/HNH Fitness
06.2023 - Current
Fitness & Performance Coordinator
Immaculate Heart Academy
01.2010 - 01.2022
Owner / Head Educator
Discover Movement LLC.
01.2006 - 01.2023
Master of Sport Sciences - Physical Education, Outdoor Education
Jyväskylä University
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