Martha Laugen

Experience

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  Massachusetts General Hospital Weight Center

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  Project Manager

  Plan and raise over $70,000 for surgical research conference with over 100 international participants. Oversee research projects and subjects throughout consent, behavior change and operating room phases of various studies in obesity management. Collect and log samples during clinical visits and surgical procedures. Worth wtih clinic director on new initiatives in telemedicine, team patient protocol and obesity medicine as an emerging academic focus.

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  Wellspring Weight Management - CRC Health Group

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2011

  Program Director

  In charge of daily operations for residential obesity treatment program for children and families. Supervise all staff, including camp counselors, nutrition and fitness staff, and behavioral therapists. Manage relationships with host sites including accommodation and food/beverage contracts. Oversee operating budget of $250,000+ annually and keep budget in balance. Work with participating families on recruitment, after-care participation and general client satisfaction. Execute proven behavioral health program to reduce overweight and obesity in young clients and families. Work in both US and UK at Wellspring residential sites. Show less

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  Mendota Rowing Club

  Jan 2010 - Jul 2016

  Coach, Competitive Rowing

  Develop and execute training plan for recreational and competitive adult rowers using both sweep and scull techniques. Lead practice 3-4 times/week both on and off water. Lead land-based training sessions in strength and cardio fitness. Keep athlete records on strength and time tests, tracking improvement and slating lineups for competition. Manage safe loading and transport of rowing shells and equipment to and from competitions.Completed Boating Safety and SafeSport training modules.

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  Wisconsin Bike Fed

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2014

  Membership Assistant, Bike Ambassador

  Serve as regional ambassador for "Share and Be Aware" program targeting safe use messaging for cyclists, motorists and pedestrians. Build relationships with individuals and organizations to discuss safe cycling and bike advocacy issues. Manage membership database including member services throughout state of Wisconsin. Plan and staff fundraising and social events for Wisconsin Bike Fed.

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  Various

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2015

  Certified Personal Trainer - American Council on Exercise

  Developed comprehensive exercise and training plans for private and gym-based clients including preparation for competition, "couch to fit" approach and healthy behavior change. Specialize in training plans targeting competition in running and rowing, as well as focus on regular exercise habits, healthy body image, balance and overall health.

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  Wingra School

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2014

  Teacher, Physical Education
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  Trek Bicycle

  Nov 2014 - Aug 2016

  Program Manager - Madison BCycle BikeShare System

  Manager of Madison's urban bikeshare system, operating with 40 stations and 350 bicycles. Oversaw sponsor relationships, program execution and marketing, strategic planning for growth and expansion. Supervised operation and maintenance staff and summer-intern marketing staff annually.

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  Wisconsin Bike Fed

  Aug 2016 - Apr 2018

  Membership Director

  As part of the statewide advocacy team, I oversaw recruitment, renewal and retention of over 10,000 engaged members and supporters with an interest in making Wisconsin bicycling better, through engagement events, donor prospect management and responsive customer service. As head of the membership department, I successfully managed a membership and donor operations budget of over $250,000 annually and grew returns on semi-annual fundraising appeals consistently year over year.

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  Catalyst Rowing Fitness

  Jan 2018 - now

  Owner

  Catalyst Rowing Fitness is rowing-based group and individual fitness training in a studio setting. Rowing is a full-body, low-impact but intense workout. Catalyst helps spark a reaction, and accelerate the change you want to see in your fitness training.

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  Public Health Madison and Dane County

  Sept 2020 - now

  Public Health Specialist

  As my adventure as a small business owner has unfolded, I felt the importance of answering the call to put my public health expertise to work as part of our community COVID response. I am privileged to be part of the team at PHMDC: initially working at the testing and vaccination sites at Alliant, and now working as part of an absolutely amazing, committed and expert group around community engagement, workforce development and health and racial equity.