Facilities Manager Nutrition Specialist

*SG (RET) Robert Ross, MPA

Greater Texarkana Area

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Summary

Seasoned leader, planner, trainer and strong team builder with over 30 years of experience leading, supervising, maintaining, directing, coaching, teaching and mentoring subordinates in the US Army as well as secondary and higher education

Extensive experience in planning, synchronization, coordination and supervision in all matters of an operational nature and scope. Extensive experience in analyzing plans and operations of higher headquarters to the Brigade Combat Team level.

Responsible personnel manager with the ability to identify requirements, oversee personnel and verify training. Innovative problem solver with the ability to draw on military experience and training to quickly assess situations, develop courses of action and implement beneficial solutions Technologically fluent user of many computer programs including office management and electronic communications.

Experience

Facilities Manager

The Sportsplex by Healthcare Express

Jan 2017 - Present (5 years +)

Facilities Manager and Personal Fitness Trainer

The Sportsplex by Healthcare Express

Sep 2016 - Present (5 years 4 months +)

Certified Fitness and Nutrition Specialist

Minton's Sportplex

Aug 2004 - Present (17 years 5 months +)

Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Specialist, and Body Pump Instructor for one of the largest fitness facilities in the four states area.

Independent Distributor/Advisor

AdvoCare

Apr 2015 - Present (6 years 9 months +)

Since 1993, AdvoCare® has been a world-class nutrition company specializing in health and wellness, weight management, vibrant energy and sports performance. Navigate through this site to learn more about our cutting-edge nutritional supplements and skincare as well as the opportunity to earn a full time income with a part time commitment by sharing AdvoCare products with others. Our products are formulated by an elite Scientific and Medical Advisory Board with over 200 years combined experience in pharmacology, toxicology, nutrition, sports performance and pediatrics. We 1SG (RET) Robert Ross, MPA - page 1

have a multitude of product endorsers that includes professional athletes, champion amateur athletes, and acclaimed entertainers.

Facilities Manager

Mintons Sportsplex

Sep 2016 - Jan 2017 (5 months)

Responsible for the upkeep of the physical plant of the largest gym in the Ark-La-Tex area. Oversees the maintenance of all equipment, machinery, and coordination of supplies. Assists the owner in promotions and programs that contribute to the successful execution of day to day operations within the facility.

Certified Fitness Instructor

Plex 24

Sep 2009 - Aug 2016 (7 years)

I am a certified Body Pump instructor at Plex 24, one of the most popular fitness facilities in the Shreveport-Bossier LA area. I am currently aspiring to begin a career as a general manager of a prominant fitness facility.

Retired Army JROTC Instructor

Parish of Caddo

Aug 2004 - Aug 2016 (12 years 1 month)

Army Instructor and Principal Drill Instructor at the largest JROTC detachment in the nation. First Sergeant (Ret)

US Army

Aug 2000 - May 2005 (4 years 10 months)

First Sergeant, responsible for the health, welfare and training of an Air Assault/Airborne Infantry company, capable of deploying anywhere worldwide within 36 hours. First Sergeant

United States Army

Aug 2000 - Aug 2004 (4 years 1 month)

First Sergeant of an Air Assault Infantry Company capable of deploying anywhere worldwide within 36 hours; responsible for the morale, discipline, individual and small unit training, health, and welfare of 135 soldiers; principal advisor to the commander in matters of enlisted management, promotions, NCO Professional Development, personnel education, billets utilization, maintenance, collective training, field and garrison operations; ensured proper maintenance and accountability of company equipment worth 1.2 million dollars.

Education

University of Phoenix

Masters of Public Administration, Public Administration 2011 - 2012

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Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc.

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science, Masters Program

2009 - 2011

Batchelors of Science in Business/with an emphasis in Human Resources Management. Masters in Public Administration

Dean's List while attending the Masters Program

University of Maryland Global Campus

General Studies, Human Resources Management and Services 2000 - 2003

Dean's List while persuing a BSB in Human Resources Management. East Texas State University

Associate's degree, General Studies

1974 - 1976

Participated in Varsity Football and Track, while persuing an under graduate degree in Public Relations. Became a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, inc. Spg '75. Licenses & Certifications

Certified Fitness Instructor - FiTOUR® Certifications Certified Louisiana School Teacher - Louisiana Department of Education Issued Mar 2015 - Expires Mar 2020

AN-547436

Advanced Master Fitness Trainer - (ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association Issued Apr 2017 - Expires Apr 2021

ISSA ID: 105013

Primary Personal Trainer - (ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association Issued Mar 2017 - Expires Mar 2021

ISSA ID: 96209

Certified Primary Nutrition Trainer - (ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

Issued Apr 2017 - Expires Apr 2021

ISSA ID: 37649

Skills

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Military • Army • Military Operations • Training • Special Operations • Government • Fitness • Team Building • Military Experience • Leadership

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