Experience

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  Fitnesstogether

  Apr 2005 - Apr 2009

  Fitness specialist & wellness coach

  • Provided individualized exercise prescription for clients in the age range of 14 years to 80 years of age with various levels of fitness, injuries, health obstacles.• Conducted fitness evaluations that included; YMCA step test, muscular strength and endurance testing, flexibility, body fat using the Lange skinfold calipers, circumference measurements, etc. • Reviewed food journals weekly and provided counseling on nutrition and weight loss or gain.• Worked with Management on implementing incentive programs and writing monthly newsletters.• Light office work, phone sales and initial consultations. Show less

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  Partners healthcare

  Sept 2009 - Jun 2011

  Research assistant/ coauthor

  Title: Effects of exercise training on insulin resistance in children and adolescentsAuthors: Shana E. McCormack, MD; Meaghan A. McCarthy, BA; Samantha K. Harrington, MSc; Loredana Farilla, MD; Lindsey Mattos, BS; Kyle McInnis, Sc.D; Steven K. Grinspoon, MD; Amy Fleischman, MD, MMScBackground: Understanding how to reverse obesity-associated insulin resistance in children and adolescents is of critical public health importance.• Designed the exercise guidelines used to test the effects of exercise training on insulin resistance in children and adolescents. These guidelines were used throughout the entirety of the study for the randomly chosen exercise group participants. • Performed pre and post graded exercise and VO2 testing of participants using the Polar heart rate monitor, cycle ergometer and metabolic cart. • Reviewed basic nutrition guidelines with the control group participants and their families.• Trained and collected data with the children in- home, implementing the graduated exercise plan that utilized a game exercise bike which connected to the Nintendo Wii game system. Show less

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  Umass boston

  Sept 2009 - Jan 2010

  Research assistant

  Designed and implemented exercise guidelines and curriculum for pediatric study participantsPerform graded exercise tests and VO2 testsField participant physical training

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  Philips via fitness management resources

  Sept 2011 - Dec 2011

  Health promotion director

  • Assisted Philips in becoming one of the largest sponsors for the AHA’s Heart walk by overseeing the “Walk on Campus” program which recruited teams to walk on campus ever day to raise money. Met monthly with Philips Executives on fundraising ideas and planning celebration luncheons.• Contributed in the maintenance of Philips’ Platinum “Fit Friendly Company” status awarded by the American Heart Association.• Performed all of the tasks and duties listed above under Parametric Technology.

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  Ptc via fitness management resources

  Dec 2011 - Sept 2012

  Health promotion director

  • Organize seminars for PTC employees such as Habit Makeover & Sports Nutrition• Collaborate with the American Heart Association in providing on site blood drives.• Captain, coordinate and recruit for the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge.• Create and Implement Incentive programs that increase fitness center memberships and retain current members.• Sell & provide individualized personal training with extensive nutritional guidance if necessary. Present clientele vary from severely obese to Marathon runners to Athletes to those needing corrective exercise for injuries. • Work with PTC employees on proper ergonomics and frequently teach Stretching and Core strengthening exercises that offset the sedentary work environment.• Manage corporate fitness facility; including staffing for group exercise, bi- weekly massage therapist, payroll, weekly updates, maintenance, monthly reports, newsletters and bulletin boards with coinciding themes, such as: Injury prevention, Bike to work month, Fresh Start; Going Green, Heart month, etc.• Offer employees complementary services such as; body fat measurements, Muscular strength and endurance tests, blood pressure readings, flexibility tests, circumference measurements, exercise prescription, resting heart rate & weight.• Lead group exercise classes which include Boot Camp, Total Body Conditioning, Walking Group, H.I.I.T, Core Conditioning.• Contributed in the maintenance of PTC’s Gold “Fit Friendly Company” status awarded by the American Heart Association. Show less

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  Merrimack college

  Oct 2012 - now

  -Inaugural Director of the Graduate Center at Merrimack College-Conceptualized, developed and created a comprehensive center for graduate students that enhances and builds a thriving graduate culture which serves over 1,000 online and 500 on campus students-Work with campus wide stakeholders to enhance graduate student experience, growth and recruitment-Developed a centralized system for fellowship application and matching process in partnership with graduate admissions using the Slate system-Served on Presidents graduate growth strategy committee-Facilitate the implementation of graduate process and procedures-Point of contact for graduate program directors, students and faculty-Developed internal program for addressing food insecurity amongst graduate students-Advise the Graduate Student Senate-Work with Special Assistant to the President on DEI graduate initiatives and opportunities such as support and recruitment of the Graduate Students of Color Association-Supervise Director of Graduate Academic Success and Graduate Fellows-Represented Merrimack College and presented “Case-Study: Developing a Model of a Graduate Center for Holistic Support and Engagement” at the 2022 National Association of Graduate Enrollment (NAGAP) Annual Meeting in New York City-Serve as a resource for graduate related campus services, such as, financial aid, registrar, wellness, career and more-Serve as part of the enrollment management leadership team-Work with the Noodle team on online student engagement, enrollment and re-enrollment Show less -Worked directly with founding Dean to launch the 5th school in Merrimack College history.-Launched and managed the rapid growth of 6 new graduate programs over the course of 6 years.-Increased student enrollment by 284% percent from 2015 to Fall 2020.-Developed the Schools fellowship program with over 95 students per year and 60 partner sites.-Work with Schools and departments on interdisciplinary programming and grant funded projects.-Created the Professional Development Academy certificate program for all graduate students.-Work with Slate CRM in reviewing applications and tracking data.-Lead all marketing and recruitment efforts for the School of Health Sciences (SHS) graduate programs.-Assist in the development of new graduate and related programs, including online, 3+2 and accreditation.-Lead all marketing and admissions department strategic meetings.-Create graduate reporting such as enrollment, projections and targets.-Assist in annual budget and predictions.-Implement and collect annual student data including demographic surveys -Create and manage the Professional Development Academy program -Ensure the success of the Fellowship program which includes over 60 partner sites and almost 100 students.-Partner with organizations such as New England American College of Sports Medicine to host conferences and create recruitment strategies.-Develop articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions.-Serve on the Colleges Graduate Education Management committee. and NECHE Advisory committee -Work with faculty to become a National Strength and Conditioning Association Education Recognized Program. Show less -Involved in the strategic planning, development, and implementation of 5 Health Sciences Graduate programs, including assisting in curriculum development, external relations, and marketing strategies.-Provides main point of contact for Graduate programs, including internship/capstone, and registrations.-Manages and tracks all financial matters related to the graduate budgets.-Manages all division related grant finances.-Supervises Student Services Coordinator, Operations Manager, and Graduate Assistants.-Manages Graduate internship program.-Serves as liaison for all departmental relationships, external partnerships, and public relations.-Responsible for recruitment and retention of graduate programs. Show less 1. Leads in all administrative functions to ensure the undergraduate and graduate programs meet stated goals and objectives. 2. Assists the Chair/Associate Dean to manage and track all financial matters related to the Department budget. 3. Manages the organization, administration, and reporting of the Department’s faculty course evaluation system. 4. Assists the Chair/Associate Dean to organize all aspects of academic class scheduling. 5. Conducts and computes all student surveys, including Freshman Intake and Senior Exit Survey. Maintains database on graduate and professional education, and positions of alumni. 6. Works with the Chair/Associate Dean to identify, recruit, and develop contracts with appropriately qualified adjunct faculty. 7. Provides an assistive role to the faculty for monitoring the academic progress of students as related to graduation requirements and policies. 8. Works with the Chair/Associate Dean and faculty to continuously monitor and report annually on critical program assessment data, including acceptance rates, attrition, national exam performance, graduate placement, employment statistics, and others. 9. Assists in the development of public relations strategies and materials for recruitment of new students and promotion of the various academic programs, including preparing and updating the Department’s website and written materials. 10.Processes faculty travel requests and reimbursements. 11.Keeps records and processes staff and student time sheets, and distributes payroll. 12.Manages the Student Services Coordinator position as well as Graduate Fellow position.Adjunct Professor• Anatomy & Physiology I & II Lab Sections Show less

  • Assistant Dean and Director, Graduate Student Life

    Sept 2021 - now

  • Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs

    Sept 2018 - Sept 2021

  • Graduate Program Director Of the School of Health Sciences

    Jul 2015 - Sept 2018

  • Program Operations Manager of Health Sciences

    Oct 2012 - Jul 2015
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  Active science via merrimack valley ymca

  Sept 2013 - Oct 2017

  Marketing and communications coordinator

  1. Responsible for assisting in strategic planning, business development decisions, app development, and communications strategies.2. Coordinates and executes all marketing initiatives and public relations for the Active Science brand.3. Manages relationships and contracts outside vendors. 4. Designs interior spaces related to Active Science.5. Plans and implements conferences, expo's, and annual meetings.6. Assists in supporting logistical and operational issues at partner YMCA sites.7. Assists with updates on the Active Science mobile App, website, and social media8. Develops and distributes the Active Science newsletter. Show less

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  Active science

  Oct 2017 - Dec 2019

  Strategic communications and marketing consultant

  -Develop, implement and assess a comprehensive Communication Strategies surrounding press, social media, printed materials, and more-Develop Powerpoint slide decks and related materials (e.g., summary presentation at conclusion of program) for presenting to the NB Foundation-Plan and oversee special promotional events -Provide feedback and contribution on AS website-Provide input and review of Active Science newsletter-Dissemination of news and events of AS to the School/College community-Provide input on the planning symposium's or special events-Create and develop email marketing lists Show less

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  Kathryn dietz media

  Jul 2019 - Dec 2020

  Production assistant

  Assist in all aspects in the creation of a documentary film called "Cartooning America: The Fleischer Brothers Story" including:-researching and locating interviewees-managing audio recordings and transcripts-researching appropriate grant funding-compile and locate hundreds of archival footage and photos into a database-creating call sheets-develop cost effective multi-stop itinerary plans-cut DVDs into multiple files by show-transcribe audio and video files with time stamping-assist archivist Show less

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  Carbone industries, llc

  Aug 2019 - now

  Co-owner and president of business development

  -Created and manage carboneindustriesllc.com-Developed digital footprint by creating Google Business Page, Google Ad Words, Yelp business, Facebook page, and Nextdoor-Manage and create all paid digital and print marketing strategies-Process all billing and accounting-Develop best practices for SEO and monitor Google AnalyticsWebsite: http://carboneindustriesllc.com/

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  For love and reggae

  Aug 2020 - now

  Owner

  -Short films for marketing and documentary film production: Creative brainstorming strategy sessions Story development Research and development of appropriate grant funding Researching and locating interviewees Managing audio recordings and transcripts Compiling archival footage and photos into a collective database Developing cost effective multi-stop itineraries Transcribing video and audio files Archiving

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  Levitate music festival, flannel jam, reggae rise up

  Jul 2022 - now

  Artist relations

  -Hired by Levitate Music Festival, Flannel Jam, Reggae Rise Up Florida, Slightly Stoopid-Work with a team to ensure all artist riders are fulfilled and artist needs are met-Work directly with artists and tour managers to create a comfortable and outstanding experience-Troubleshoot items and needs that arise during festival -Set up, prepare and breakdown artists green rooms-Provide a friendly and fun loving environment-Manage headliners-Oversee artist relations interns and assign tasks-Hired by Slightly Stoopid for a private event in Boston, MA-Worked with bands such as Stick Figure, Slightly Stoopid, Iration, Fortunate Youth, Ziggy Marley, Stephen and Damian Marley, The Dirty Heads, The Elovaters, Collie Buddz, Old Crow Medicine Show, Brandi Carlile, Goose, Trey Anastasio Band and many more! Show less