Valentia (Val) W. Kluge
Wichita,Kansas
Summary
My comprehensive reading and writing skills are strong points to my day-to-day practice. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Mounted Security Patrol
Alpha & Omega Mounted Security Patrol
2024 - Current
* Streamline public safety for music festivals, mass gatherings and special events while on horseback.
* Participated in Coachella Music Festival, Stagecoach Festival, Palm Springs, California. 2025
* Participated in Texas Eclipse Festival, Austin, Texas. 2024
* Participated in working The Woodlands, Houston, Texas. 2025
Certified Licensed Massage Therapist
Self Employed Services
01.2002 - Current
- Certified Equine Massage Therapist - 2001 to Present
- Provided comprehensive client services through flexible studio and mobile operations.
Volunteer for Book Clubs and Readers
Self-employed
01.2015 - Current
I love to read My completion rate is two books per week. My comprehension and proof reading skills are exceptional. I have utilized my background for over 45 years in journalism, reading, writing, and public relations.
Medical Device Sales Consultant
Medtronic, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Serviced one-half the state of Kansas for Neurosurgeons and Pain Specialist physicians while coordinating hospital inventories. Served as a liaison between patients, implant trials, and surgeries. Devices included intrathecal morphine pumps and spinal cord stimulator for chronic pain suffers.
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
Pharmaceutical Sales and Regional Trainer
Johnson & Johnson, Inc.
01.1988 - 01.1999
- Maintained large Kansas-based territory specializing in the service of orthopedic, family practice, internal medicine physicians. Required multi-tasking everyday territory sales while training incoming new sales employees for Johnson & Johnson.
- Participated in business improvement groups to capture information and feedback for topic delivery and training mandates.
Education
Bodywork And Massage Therapist - Certified Massage Therapist
Body & Soul School of Massage
Wichita, Kansas01.2018
Massage - Certified Massage Therapist
Eastman School of Massage
Wichita, Kansas01.2002
Certified Equine Massage Therapist
Equitouch Systems School of Equine Massage
Loveland, Colorado01.2001
Bachelor of Science Degree - Journalism, Emphasis in Marketing and Public Relations
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas01.1981
Skills
- Document proofreading
- Narrative development expertise
- Literary engagement for learning and leisure
- Clerical support
- Computer skills
- English language expertise
- Project oversight
- Public relations
- Adaptability and dependability
Timeline
Volunteer for Book Clubs and Readers
Self-employed
01.2015 - Current
Certified Licensed Massage Therapist
Self Employed Services
01.2002 - Current
Medical Device Sales Consultant
Medtronic, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2001
Pharmaceutical Sales and Regional Trainer
Johnson & Johnson, Inc.
01.1988 - 01.1999
Certified Mounted Security Patrol
Alpha & Omega Mounted Security Patrol
2024 - Current
Bodywork And Massage Therapist - Certified Massage Therapist
Body & Soul School of Massage
Massage - Certified Massage Therapist
Eastman School of Massage
Certified Equine Massage Therapist
Equitouch Systems School of Equine Massage
Bachelor of Science Degree - Journalism, Emphasis in Marketing and Public Relations
University of Kansas
Hobbies and Interests
Mentor for reading and writing, instructor for local Massage School, horseback riding, rescue volunteer, fitness training, gardening, traveler
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