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Valerie Reed

Minneola,FL

Summary

With a decade dedicated to promoting fitness and wellness, my journey as a Wellness Coordinator at the Orange County Sheriff's Office has been driven by a passion for creating a robust wellness culture that truly makes an impact. My expertise in program development and education ensures that each initiative aligns with our mission to enhance employee wellbeing. My goal is to engage all employees, promoting a holistic approach to wellness.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wellness Coordinator

Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO)
09.2019 - Current
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on wellness for sworn and civilian employees
  • Develop wellness programming, presentations, and educational
  • Expand the wellness program by adding facilities, a Physical Standards Course, and new programming
  • Provide oversight to the Wellness Specialists and contracted Instructors
  • Prepare sworn employees for their annual stress test
  • Manage the $125,000 Cigna Wellness Fund
  • Oversee the facility maintenance for all 14 OCSO fitness facilities
  • Produce wellness articles, announcements, bulletins, and promotional materials through appropriate media
  • Lead weekly fitness classes (CrossFit, HIIT, Strength, Aerobics, Yoga, etc.) and personal train clients
  • Research OCSO needs and collaborate with Benefits and Risk Management
  • Assists with Insurance Open Enrollment and Human Resources initiatives
  • Organize involvement in community fundraiser events

Fitness Coordinator

University Central Florida
05.2014 - 09.2019
  • Coordinated and developed comprehensive fitness programming including Group Exercise, Adaptive Fitness, Small Group Training, Fitness Education, Fitness Programs, and Special Events
  • Supervised two Fitness Graduate Assistants, four undergraduate student leaders, and 90+ student employees
  • Managed the $85,000 Group Exercise budget and the $21,000 Uniform Budget
  • Created annual calendar of fitness programs that include special events and certifications such as Half Marathon Training, Women on Weights, Biggest Winner, Fit Course, Zumba License, etc.
  • Served on the Employee Wellness Committee; partners with Health Advocate to offer employee lunch and learn sessions
  • Instructed American Red Cross CPR and First Aid classes.

Coach

Orangetheory Fitness
12.2017 - 12.2021
  • Coached 3-5 fitness classes per week, utilizing heart rate zone technology
  • Provided exercise options, movement corrections, and safety recommendations consist with brand expectations
  • Created a fun and motivating environment for participants.

Education

Master of Science - Sport Management

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Sport Management

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
12.2012

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Health Promotion
  • Program implementation
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Effective Communication

Accomplishments

OCSO Wellness Destination Zero National Officer Safety and Wellness Award Finalist 2023

OCSO Acting Benefits and Wellness Supervisor Spring 2020

NIRSA School Level 1 Graduate 2019

UCF Leadership Foundation Series Graduate Fall 2018

UCF RWC Baton Award Winner Fall 2016

UCF SDES Outstanding New Professional Award May 2016

UCF SDES First Year Experience Award May 2015

FSU Campus Recreation Supervisor of the Year Award 2013-2014

Certification

Certifications from American Council on Exercise:

Group Fitness Instructor; Personal Trainer

Certifications from Aerobics and Fitness Association of America:

Primary Group Fitness; Kickboxing; Aqua Fitness; Practical Yoga, Practical Pilates

Certifications from CrossFit

Level 1

Certifications from American Red Cross:

CPR, AED, & First Aid Instructor; CPR & AED; First Aid

Other Certifications/Affiliations:

TRX Group Training, TRX; Functional 45 (F45) Group Training, Safeway Florida Food Handler Certified

Other Trainings

UCF Restores REACT Training, Mental Health First Aid, Suicide Prevention Training, Eating Disorder Awareness, Transfer Advocate, Green Dot Bystander, Diversity and Inclusion Training Phase I & II

Former Certifications

Spinning, Mad Dogg Athletics; American Red Cross Lifeguarding & Water Safety Instructor

Timeline

Wellness Coordinator

Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO)
09.2019 - Current

Coach

Orangetheory Fitness
12.2017 - 12.2021

Fitness Coordinator

University Central Florida
05.2014 - 09.2019

Master of Science - Sport Management

Florida State University

Bachelor of Science - Sport Management

Florida State University
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