Ben Koenig

Experience

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  Knicker Nordic, Wausau, WI

  Oct 2011 - May 2014

  USSA Certified Level 200 Ski Coach

  Volunteer coach with the Wausau and Rhinelander ski clubs.2015 Midwest Junior National Championships Coach, Lake Tahoe, CA2014 Midwest Junior National Championships Coach, Stowe, VTOctober 2014, Level 200 Certified CoachOctober 2013, Level 100 Certified CoachI have been coaching for 5 years, prior to the 2013 season I became the Head Coach. The Head Coaches position built my organization, communication, budgeting, and behavior change skills. In this position I was responsible for a $15,000+ annual budget. Show less

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  University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point

  Feb 2012 - May 2013

  Exercise Physiology Lab

  Fitness Testing, BP reading, Strength testing, Biometric measurements

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  UWSP Employee Wellness

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2013

  Wellness Coordinator, Volunteer Practicum

  This is a practicum experience in which our group coordinates employee wellness programs and events for the 1300 university employees. Worked as a team in a Wellness Committee format.Directed committee meetings.Designed booth layout, materials, and coordinated volunteers for UWSP Benefits Fair.Marketed and coordinate blood pressure screenings. Volunteered for Great American Smokeout on UWSP Campus. Developed UWSP Benefits Fair expo. booth layout, materials Marketed and coordinate blood pressure screenings for 1300 campus employees. Show less

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  Aspirus

  Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

  Wellness Intern

  Interning with Aspirus was a great choice. I was able to experience many different elements of wellness throughout the company. I developed and observe wellness programming for Aspirus employees, Occupational Health and Wellness client companies, and interact with patients in cardiac and pulmonary rehab. In cardiac and pulmonary rehab I assisted in administering pre and post rehab fitness evaluations, administer BP/pulse checks for exercising and resting patients, and observe post-surgical rehab interventions to encourage patients to make healthy lifestyle changes. Occupational Health and Wellness is an entity of Aspirus that provides wellness to client companies. Some of my experiences here were developing a walking challenge, bike challenge, Aggregate reports, observed health coaching, and conduct biometrics at client companies. At Aspirus I sat on the Wellness Team, Wellness Committee, and Safe Worker Awareness Task-force (SWAT). Another important experience was attending meetings with PopSpring Wellness, a vendor that provides a wellness web-portal for Aspirus and its clients. Developed wellness programing for various employee types Delivered wellness programing to a large audience in person and webcast.  Took independent initiative as part of the Aspirus Wellness Team. Gained experience in health coaching, by shadowing an Aspirus health coach and Aspirus Cardiac Rehab Staff.  Established a positive network with Aspirus employees in various departments and sites.  Participated in the Aspirus Wellness Committee and SWAT safety team Developed and delivered Portion Distortion lunch & learn Show less

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  Mel's Trading Post

  May 2014 - Jun 2015

  Buyer / Manager: Alpine, Bike, Nordic

  Departments gross ~$450kForecast and budget annual retail sales.Reconcile invoices, credits, and corporate sales.Negotiate with vendors on buying discounts to suit company needs. Communicate professionally through written and verbal avenues to customers, co-workers and vendors.Keep a timely schedule, and complete orders prior to deadline. Maintain customer satisfaction and relationships.Oversee technicians, and sales staff, for bicycle and ski departments.Maximize profit margins through efficient buying practices.Promote Mel’s Trading Post through sponsorship of local events. Show less

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  YMCA of the Rockies

  Jun 2015 - May 2016

  Troubleshooting, Auto Maintenance, Heavy Equipment Operation(loader, track hoe, skid steers, dump truck, aerial lift), General Building Maintenance, Utilities locating, Utilities installation, Oversee $250K trail restoration project. Set daily and weekly goals to complete project on time. Interact with guests to inform them of the project and how to reach their hiking destination. Oversee trail crew to work safely and efficiently. Maintain Vehicles, Equipment, and tools.

  • Auto Tech & Heavy Equipment Op

    Oct 2015 - May 2016

  • Assistant to the Nordic Director

    Jun 2015 - Sept 2015
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  YMCA of the Rockies

  Jan 2017 - Oct 2020

  Developed an employer brand to promote the YMCA of the Rockies Culture and lifestyleDeveloped a network of Seasonal HR professionals throughout the United StatesStudied trends for recruiting seasonal staff for a multi-seasonal employer (we hired seasonals year-round to meet our employment needs)Implemented social, web and print media to recruit staffExplored radio and transportation advertising to promote employmentAttended professional, public and college career fairs throughout the United StatesWorked to build employment partnerships with similar employers in the Colorado region. Show less The YMCA of the Rockies is working to become an employer of choice in the resort, lodging and conference industry. To strive for this goal the YMCA of the Rockies serves our mission and values through providing outstanding experiences, opportunities, and purposeful work for our staff. As the Employee Development Managers I work with the staff to help them throughout their work agreement with the YMCA of the Rockies whether it is seasonal, internship, volunteer or year-round. Experiences: The YMCA of the Rockies has committed to providing life changing experiences to our staff. We will do this through our facilities and equipment, staff trips and purposeful work. Opportunities: The YMCA of the Rockies is a place of opportunity for All People. As a seasonal employer we can provide opportunities for staff find their personal independence through providing seasonal staff housing. We also provide classes and workshops for our staff to advance their professional skills. Purpose: Although many of our staff are working behind the scenes in hospitality roles, they are serving the greater mission of the YMCA of the Rockies. Our staff has opportunities to participate in servant work in our community. Show less

  • Recruiter

    May 2016 - Oct 2020

  • Employee Development Manager

    Jan 2017 - Aug 2017
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  Grand County Cycling Association

  May 2017 - Oct 2020

  Head Coach - NICA Middle Park

  Head Coach of the Middle Park NICA Mountain Bike Team. Manage the Middle Park High School and Middle School NICA program. Teach mountain biking skills and tactics. Communicate with parents and athletes.

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  Granby Ranch

  Sept 2017 - Oct 2020

  Oversee trail building and Nordic ski operation.

  • Mountain Operations Supervisor

    Sept 2017 - Oct 2020

  • Trails and Nordic Supervisor

    Sept 2017 - Oct 2020
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  Skinny Traffic Trails

  Sept 2018 - now

  Co-Owner
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  Snow Mountain Ranch

  Oct 2020 - now

  Nordic Director