Experience
NASM Personal Trainer
February 2020 - Present (in-person/virtual sessions in client’s homes)
June 2010 -February 2020 (TruFit Personal Training Studios)
- Conduct personal training for weight loss and strength, enhancing client fitness levels.
- Design specialized programs for autism and intellectual disabilities, improving client outcomes.
- Coached and advised clients on the effective use of wrist and chest strap heart rate monitors to refine zone-based training and enhance HRV outcomes during cardio sessions.
- Implement SAQ techniques, boosting agility and coordination in diverse age groups.
- Support clients in achieving balance and posture goals, fostering long-term health benefits.
- Fostered inclusive training environment for special needs populations, adapting exercises to individual capabilities. Prioritized client comfort and progress.
Special Olympics Coach/Accessible Rec Leader at City of Evanston Accessible Recreation Department
October 2009 - Present
- Coach and train athletes with intellectual disabilities for competitions in Special Olympics events including aquatics, basketball, bocce, bowling, flag football, powerlifting, snowshoeing, and track & field.
- Served as Assistant Athletics coach for Team Illinois while guiding Special Olympics athletes to peak performance, resulting in successful participation in national-level competitions and fostering personal growth at the 2018 and 2022 Special Olympics USA Games
- Design and execute engaging outdoor camps, including unique concepts like Zombie Survival Camp, promoting creative problem-solving and adaptability in participants.
- Supervise individuals with disabilities including implementing behavior management plans and NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) techniques during afterschool programs.
Product Tester at Brooks Shoes
April 2011-August 2013
- Tested prototype footwear by wearing new shoe designs prior to their commercial release, providingvaluable feedback on comfort, durability, and fit.
- Conducted in-depth product testing across various conditions (e.g., walking, running, extended wear) to evaluate performance and identify potential issues.
- Collaborated with product development teams to communicate insights and suggest improvements based on personal experience and user feedback.
Business & Quality Analyst at Bottomline Technologies
January 2005 - April 2010.
- Performed functional and regression testing for client/server and web products, collaborating closely with developers on Agile projects to ensure robust software quality.
- Led cross-platform migration testing using Mercury Quality Centre, enhancing system reliability.
- Verified database integrity via SQL, ensuring robust data management.
- Extensive Browser acceptance testing (Java, HTTP, HTML/XML).
Systems Analyst at Fannie May Candies
August 1999 - February 2004
- Responsible for all ad-hoc query requests from upper management for extraction of sales, accounting, H/R, forecasting, logistics, and manufacturing/production data from AS/400
- Conducted comprehensive data quality checks to ensure accuracy throughout full data migration during system upgrades.
- Supervised an 8-person inbound service call, optimizing Hallmark Candy orders processes and enhancing customer satisfaction rates.
