Twelve year history as an energetic and dedicated professional with a proven track record in achieving substantiated growth rates; highly developed communication skill; an entrepreneurial director who is responsible for the big picture with hands-on implementation in a fast-paced environment.

College Chairperson and faculty member with Master Degree in Exercise Science and extensive experience implementing policies and procedures that ensure academic excellence and adherence to professional standards.

Established academic programs, external partnerships with other academic institutions, and events that increased enrollment and graduation rates.

Developed and trained more than 700 healthcare professionals in a comprehensive Pilates-based system of rehabilitative exercises that enable breast cancer patients to improve quality of life by restoring functional mobility.

Raised awareness and promoted post-rehabilitative protocol by delivering presentations at national and international conferences, healthcare organizations, and academic institutions.

Areas of Expertise Include:

* Strategic Program Planning

* Program Development & Implementation

* Administrative Leadership

* Stakeholder Relations

* Financial Planning & Management

* Teaching & Counseling

* Strategic Partnerships

* Cross-functional Team Leadership

* Fundraising & Sponsorships

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

THE PINK RIBBON PROGRAM, INC. – MORRISTOWN, NJ

JUNE 2004 – PRESENT

FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Nonprofit organization committed to assisting breast cancer survivors in recovery through Pilates-based exercise program, healthcare professional education, and support of programs that raise awareness.

Direct all facets of this nonprofit organization including fundraising, marketing, networking, budgeting, and staffing. Created and Conduct educational certification program recognized by American Cancer Society, The Komen Foundation, American Physical Therapy Association in addition to other health and wellness organizations.

Notable Accomplishments:

* Developed and trained more than 700 healthcare professionals in a comprehensive Pilates-based system of rehabilitative exercises that enable breast cancer patients to improve quality of life by restoring functional mobility.

* Established an international training center in the United Kingdom servicing all of Europe.

* Raised awareness and promoted post-rehabilitative protocol by delivering presentations at national and international conferences, healthcare organizations, and academic institutions.

* Sourced, solicited, and secured corporate sponsorships to fund operation.

CONFIDENTIAL COLLEGE

SEPTEMBER 2006 – PRESENT

CHAIRPERSON AND FACULTY MEMBER, HEALTH & EXERCISE SCIENCE

Public community college with degree and certificate programs in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, technology, and healthcare.

Chair department with 4 full-time and 20 adjunct faculty, $1.7M+ in annual revenue, and $427K yearly budget. Establish department policies and procedures, while ensuring adherence to professional standards, college policies/procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Contribute to development of academic and college policies, strategic plans, and production, productivity, quality, and educational standards as member of Academic Affairs Council. Lead program planning and course/curricula evaluation, development, and revisions.

Provide faculty and staff with training, coaching, counseling, and discipline; make retention, promotion, and tenure recommendations. Represent department at community/campus events, meetings with other institutions, and in accreditation process. Draft, negotiate, and execute internship and exercise equipment maintenance contracts. Teach Health Education and Exercise Science courses. Recruit, advise, and counsel students. Manage budget and payroll.

Notable Accomplishments:

* Achieved 6th largest enrollment out of 70 majors by increasing program enrollment 48%. Developed and executed comprehensive marketing campaign that included website, direct mail, information sessions, high school college fair representation, national fitness organization outreach, and customer service focus.

* Generated 54% increase in enrollment in Personal Trainer Career Certificate Program by networking with local fitness industry, placing program on list of national certification program education providers, and hosting one industry certification exam on campus.

* Negotiated, established, and led fall 2012 launch of academic partnership with University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) to offer Associate of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA).

* Forged Articulation Agreement in Exercise Science with Bloomsburg University, PA for fall 2012 launch.

* Improved both graduation rate and on-time graduation rate, while fostering positive student and parent relationships, by initiating Exercise Science New Student Orientation that ensured classes were taken in required sequence.

* Prepared students for employment in field of exercise science by revamping personal trainer curriculum to reflect changes in market and employment opportunities.

* Transitioned program to evidence-based science by revising Exercise Science program to include lab component with each second-level course.

* Enhanced quality of internships, better preparing students for workforce, by creating evidence-based standards and established approved internship sites for Personal Trainer Certificate program.

* Conceived and initiated development of new Associate of Science in Public Health program. Currently in process of final approval for this program that will make CCM second community college nationwide to offer Public Health Associate’s Degree.

* Improved capabilities and functionality of adjunct faculty by writing policies and procedures manual.

THE PILATES CENTER, INC. – FAIRFIELD, NJ

SEPTEMBER 2000 – AUGUST 2006

PRESIDENT

Privately owned wellness and fitness center.

Founded and operated all aspects of business including sales and marketing, financial management, staffing, program development/management, and customer service. Recruited, trained, and led staff of 3 office personnel and 11 fitness instructors.

Notable Accomplishments:

* Established northern New Jersey’s largest privately-owned Pilates studio with up to $400K in annual revenue and consistent double-digit revenue growth year-over-year.

* Acquired accounts with corporations, physicians, and individual private clients through prospecting and targeted marketing initiatives.

Health and Wellness Consultant – Independent Contractor; 1993 – 2000

Adjunct Faculty – County College of Morris, Health & Exercise Science Department; 1995 – 2000

EDUCATION

MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY

Master of Arts in Exercise Science (Magna Cum Laude)

SETON HALL UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature (Cum Laude)

Minor Concentration in Business Marketing

CERTIFICATION & AFFILIATION

American College of Sports Medicine Member

Post-rehabilitative Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist

Stott Certified Pilates Instructor

Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist

American Council on Exercise Member

COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT

County College of Morris (CCM) Academic Standard Committee

Past Involvement:

CCM ADA Task Force

CCM Academic Integrity Committee

CCM College-wide Curriculum Advisory Committee

CCM Task Force for Admissions Process Review

CCM HNS Dean Search Committee

CCM Curriculum Advisory Committee, Health and Exercise Science Department

PRESENTATIONS

“The Benefits of Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer Survivors.” GEPAC (Spanish Group for Cancer Patients), Madrid, Spain, July 2012.

“Rehabilitation for the Breast Cancer Survivor.” Oregon Health & Science University Breast Health Task Force, April 2010.

“Advancements in Treatment Options for Cancer Patients.” Sirius Radio: Doctor Radio Panel Discussion, March 2010.

Australia’s “Think Positive” National Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. Sponsored by National Breast Cancer Foundation of Australia and The Coca Cola Corporation, 2008.

“The Pink Ribbon Post-Operative Workout Enhancing Recovery Workshop.” Presented to 700+ Health and Fitness Professionals throughout the United States.

“Post-Rehabilitative Protocol for Breast Cancer Survivors.” Community Outreach Program of University of Pittsburgh Nursing Department, 2007.

“Post-Rehabilitative Exercises for Golfers’ Injuries.” Bi-Annual Meeting of the PGA of New Jersey, 1999.

“The effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation flexibility training on the clubhead speed of recreational golfers.” The World Scientific Congress of Golf, University of St. Andrews, Scotland, 1998.

PUBLICATIONS

“Powered by Pilates.” Women and Cancer Magazine, Winter 2007.

“The Breast Cancer Workout.” Mamm Magazine, March/April 2007.

“How Pilates Can Improve Breast Cancer Survival.” Fitness Rx for Women, Volume 6, No. 2, 2007.

“Ready, Set; Stretch…How Flexibility Can Add Yards to Your Game.” Golf Science International, Issue 2, June 1999.

“The effects of PNF flexibility training on the clubhead speed of recreational golfers.” Science and Golf 3: Proceedings of the 3rd World Scientific Congress of Golf, Human Kinetics, 1998.

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