Gary Barclay

Experience

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  Strategic Visions

  Jan 1994 - Dec 1997

  Co-Founder and Director, Technical Services

  I greatly enjoyed founding and operating a successful technology related business in the early days of the industry. I built and maintained small business and corporate clients who could benefit from the use of our high tech business solutions. Developed and delivered courses on web design and creation, graphic design, desktop publishing, and database management. Proudly created Arizona’s first commercial computer training center and assisted in the creation of Arizona State University’s first public computer training facility Show less

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  Lifestyle Wellness Partners

  Jan 1995 - Dec 2014

  Co-founder and Executive Director

  Providing Health & Wellness Coaching for individuals who want to regain control of their physical, mental & emotional wellbeing and for companies that want to build an employee wellness programI take great pride and satisfaction from helping people achieve their goals. I have created and delivered a number of group programs in stress management, mind-body medicine, weight management, and general nutrition. While working with clients I may apply Motivational Interviewing, the Transtheoretical Model of Change, and Solutions Focus coaching concepts to foster sustainable lifestyle change. My background in technology has made it possible to combine wellness coaching with online technology to individualize activities for clients. I am currently developing a group online Lifestyle Weight Management program using live video chat and both group and individual coaching. Show less

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  Borders Books & Music

  Jan 1997 - Dec 2007

  Merchandising Manager, Inventory Manager, Multimedia Manager, Special Orders Manager, Training Manag

  I strived to make Borders the best possible bookstore – the kind of place people liked to shop and employees liked to come to work each day. I gained a deep appreciation for problem solving, customer sales, and vendor relations and the importance of creating an environment devoted to high levels of customer service both in person and via telephone. Enjoyed working closing with special events performers and authors to create an entertaining, friendly and information shopping experience. Developed and delivered fun and informative training sessions for all staff in selling through increased product knowledge and attention to customer needs. Show less

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  Airinmar Ltd.

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  Operations Account Manger

  I worked hard to assure the goals and deadlines of the company were met to ensure global clients could maintain operation of their aircraft. This position drew heavily upon my skills in project management and time management to guarantee each repair was completed as quickly as quality work would allow. This job made me realize how important each step in the repair process was when viewed from the perspective of passenger safety.While in this position I learned the value and importance of building and maintaining strong relationship between all parties. This was particularly valuable giving the global nature of the work and the inconvenience of vastly different time zones. Show less

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  Striving For 100

  Jan 2021 - now

  Founder & Executive Director, Manager, Health and Well-Being Forum for Professionals

  Declining health is keeping people 60+ from enjoying the life they dreamed of. But our personalized SuperAgers Lifestyle Plan can help you create a long, healthy, active life without limitations.