Sports Performance Coach

J.C. MOREAU

**** ***** **** **. • Coralville, IA 52241

319-***-**** • **@************.***

EDUCATION

University of Memphis

Master of Science in Human Movement Science and Education

Concentration: Sports Commerce (Marketing emphasis) — May 2007

Colgate University

Bachelor of Arts in History

Minor: Education — May 2001

USA Weightlifting

Certified Sports Performance Coach — July 2003

University of Iowa

Advanced Management Series — June 2011

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Strength U® – North Liberty, IA

Founder & Director of Sports Performance Training

Oct. 2011–Present

Founded and scaled Iowa’s leading youth-focused performance training center, emphasizing athletic development, long-term health, and team culture.

Designed and led the buildout of a 4,000 sq. ft. facility now recognized for producing the highest number of Division I athletes statewide.

Developed and executed strategic marketing and growth plans, including brand positioning for sub-programs like #GirlStrong and #BigAthletes.

Spearheaded hiring, training, and leadership of a multi-disciplinary team, fostering a high-performance, mission-driven culture.

Innovated recovery and performance methodologies, integrating cutting-edge sports science and research-backed practices.

Delivered public speaking and authored a best-selling book to extend thought leadership in youth sports performance and recovery.

Established partnerships and community collaborations to expand brand reach and impact.

University of Iowa – Iowa City, IA

Director of Strength and Conditioning

Nov. 2007–Sep. 2011

Directed strategic operations across three performance centers and managed staffing, budgeting, and innovation initiatives.

Initiated and scaled a Performance Nutrition Program through cross-functional collaboration with dietitians and medical staff.

Led R&D initiatives, including the design of new digital and in-person athlete engagement tools.

Strengthened departmental brand and athlete recruitment through innovative media, content creation, and storytelling.

Developed key financial reports and resource allocation plans in partnership with administration.

University of Arkansas – Women’s Athletics – Fayetteville, AR

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

July 2004–Nov. 2007

Managed performance training and recovery strategy for 11 varsity teams.

Built a strong internal team culture and led all hiring and professional development efforts.

Created and presented performance and progress reports to athletic department leadership.

University of Memphis – Memphis, TN

Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach

Aug. 2002–July 2004

Coordinated and supervised athlete training, recovery programming, and intern development.

Enhanced athlete engagement and recruitment via multimedia presentations and performance analytics.

Lafayette College – Easton, PA

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Dec. 2000–Aug. 2002

Oversaw performance and recovery operations for 23 Division I teams.

Championed the department’s external relations strategy, including marketing and recruiting support.

Managed budgets and resources to align with departmental goals and growth.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Pittsburgh Steelers

Summer Intern, Strength & Conditioning — 2007 & 2008

Observed elite-level recovery and training operations; gained insight into organizational structure and innovation.

Colgate University Football Team

Running Back / Long Snapper — 1996–1998

Member of 1997 Patriot League Championship team. Career ended due to injury.

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