Kristina Bergdahl_Updated ****_Resume
Kristina Louise Bergdahl
**** * ***** ***** ******, AZ 85718
*********.**@*****.***
Objective:
Desire to utilize my strengths and expertise in a wide variety of arenas to find meaningful work with opportunities for growth in my local community.
Education:
Aug. 2004 – Aug. 2008: B.A. in Political Science with dual minors in Communications and Business Administration from The University of Arizona
- Awarded Dean’s List with Distinction for four consecutive semesters
- Awarded and maintained the academic and leadership scholarships
Professional Designations:
Acquired the following professional licenses;
- FINRA Series 7/General Stockbroker’s License - earned in Aug. 2008;
- FINRA Series 66/Registered Investment Adviser License - earned in Aug. 2008;
- Arizona Life, Health, and Variable Lines of Production Licenses - earned in Aug. 2008;
- Colorado Life, Health, and Variable Lines of Production Licenses - earned in Jan. 2013;
- Texas Life, Health, and Variable Lines of Production Licenses - earned in May 2010;
-Fraternal Insurance Counselor FIC; earned in Jan. 2009
Acquired and currently maintain the following professional coaching and fitness licenses:
-Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) Level IV; earned in 2024
-C4HP Certified Strength Coach Level II; earned 2023
-SMK Certified Kettlebell & Strength Coach; earned 2021
-SafeSport Certified Coach; earned and maintained since 2014
- CPR/AED Certified; earned and maintained since 2013;
Experience:
May 2024 - Current
Owner & Sole Operator of KB Climbing & Coaching, LLC
-In person and remote fitness and rock climbing coaching
-Planning and hosting weekly guided outdoor rock climbing trips
-Building and overseeing 6, 8, 12 and 16-week programming for all my students
May 2024- Jan. 2026
Bob Dobb’s Bar and Grill: Bartender
-Create and promote daily specials
-End of day financials including tip-outs for my back of house staff
-Entire shift is taken alone requiring fast action on any issues that arise throughout the shift
-Inventory at the close of the evening to ensure all ordering is completed the following business day
-Build and maintain positive relationships with all bar and restaurant patrons
May 2013 - May 2025
Rocks and Ropes of Tucson: Rock Climbing Coach, Strength Training Coach and Climbing Instructor
-Lead Coach of ‘Junior’ and ‘Recreational-Outdoor’ Youth Teams
-Curriculum development for 100+ youth athletes
-Lead guide for all of outdoor rock climbing days for all youth athletes
-Created and actively programmed ‘Training for Climbing’ weekly classes for adult athletes
-Lead Coach of ‘Adult Training Team’
-Developed all programming for one on one trainings and small group trainings
-Instructed our youth coaches in strength training curriculum and curriculum development
-Lead guide for all technical outdoor climbing skills
-Successfully designed, launched and taught quarterly “Deadlifting for Climbing” clinics
-Worked closely with local physical therapists to develop protocols and programming for athletes to return to climbing after acute injury and techniques that highlight injury prevention
May 2013 - May 2024
Trident Grill: Bartender & Bartender Trainer in Tucson, AZ
-Helped open (2013) and close (2023) eastside Tucson location
-Developed cocktail menu and all cocktail specials
-Bartend & cocktail menu development at private events
-Bar trainings at all locations
-Built and maintained strong and personable relationships with all clientele
-Built and maintained positive working relationships with all staff members
Summer 2015 - Summer 2021
Self-Employed as private swim lesson instructor in Tucson, AZ
- Utilizing our private pool to conduct half hour to full hour swim lessons;
- Helping my students learn the specifics and techniques involved with each stroke;
May 2013 - April 2020
Zinburger of Fox Restaurant Concepts, Inc., Server, Bartender, Server and Wine Sales Trainer; Tucson, AZ
- Assist management team with the hiring and training of new employees;
- Training wine, spirits & beers for all new hires and veteran staff
- Assist with special and charitable events on-site and off-site;
- Have had multiple promotional opportunities;
- Active participation in all industry wine education events
Nov. 2012 - May 2013
Wealth Concepts, LLC/Mass Mutual Colorado, Financial Adviser and Planner;
Denver, CO
- Denver Business Journal “#1 Best Medium-Sized Business”;
- Implemented educational programs at Longmont Parks & Recreation Division, local faith congregations, retirement communities, and local community centers;
- Small business coach/mentor at the SBDC Aurora’s “At Bat” Program;
- Achieved ‘conference qualification’ for the year based on sales of financial instruments and monies into advisor managed funds
- Mentor to newly hired advisors specifically to those recently out of college and those recently acquiring licenses
- Planned, wrote and presented workshops on a variety of topics: most commonly on wealth transfer vehicles
Sept. 2008 - Sept. 2012
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans/Thrivent Investment Management, Financial Associate and Partner of The Robert R. Eyer and Kristina L. Bergdahl Wealth Management, LLC
Tucson, AZ
- One of the top producing teams in the five state region from 2009 to 2012;
- Achieved ‘conference qualification’ based on measured production for life, health,and annuity sales for years 2010, 2011, and 2012;
- Achieved individual recognition from Thrivent Investment Mgmt for growth in brokerage and mutual fund production for year 2011 and year 2012;
- Hired, trained, and managed all staff and interns for the practice;
- Increased membership numbers and new member numbers by hosting a number of educational events and networking events;
- Compiled and managed a database of all existing contracts and client relationships for the practice;
- Conducted all marketing, event planning, and networking events for the practice resulting in a 480% growth in revenue at my practice throughout my career with Thrivent Financial;
- Strengthened relationships with community partners and supporters;
- Focused on strengthening relationships with female market;
Aug. 2007 - Aug. 2008
Project Vote Smart, Congressional Research Intern in Tucson, AZ at The University of Arizona
- Utilized a number of queries including Library of Congress to compile data available
for public use on the voting records of elected state and federal officials;
- Summarized prospective state and federal Senate and House Bills for public education;
Mar. 2007 - Aug. 2008
Zinburger/Fox Restaurants Concepts, Inc. – Server, Server Trainer, Bar and Wine Sales
Tucson, AZ
- Promoted to server trainer and server wine trainer within five months;
- Promoted to wine sales and was bar-tending within six months;
Feb. 2005 - Dec. 2007
City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Division, Recreation Leader
Tucson, AZ
- Leader of recreation programs for children of ages 5 to 17 ;
- Developed educational program for girls aiming to strengthen self-esteem;
- Developed ‘healthy kids’ initiative focused on cooking healthy meals and daily exercise;
- Worked with National Parks and Recreation and The First Tee of Tucson to develop a summer golf program with grant monies;
- Coached 5-6 year old city league soccer team to two local championship games;
Dec. 2003 - Aug. 2006
Abercrombie & Fitch, Retail Associate, Floor Design, Denim Specialist Sales;
Tucson, AZ
- Lead associate for seasonal floor updates and form/layout design;
- Customer service with purchases and returns;
- Denim design, customized fittings, and sales;
Professional Skills and Talents:
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office software;
- Skilled in hiring, training, managing and in conducting periodic reviews for employees;
- Skilled in public speaking and teaching educational courses;
- Skilled in preparing and executing business contracts;
- Exceptional marketing, networking, and business building skills;
- Skilled in working closely with children and special needs children in recreational and physical fitness capacity;
- Basic knowledge in Java and C++ programming languages;
- Exceptional at designing and implementing curriculum in a variety of mediums as well as teaching others to do so;
- Basic understanding Spanish and Italian;
Community Service and Volunteer Work:
Desert Gold Diggers; Member & Field Outreach; Jan. 2023-Current
FC Tucson - Parent Volunteer; Jan. 2023-Current
Tucson Climbing Project - Committee Member; August 2018- May 2025
AZ Women’s Climbing Coalition - Volunteer Member/“Meetup” Lead; May 2019-May 2023
South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce - Member; Nov. 2012 - May 2013;
“Senior Prom” (event for senior citizens) Volunteer & Fundraiser - Denver, CO; Nov. 2012 - May 2013;
Habitat for Humanity of Denver - Homebuilder & Retail Volunteer; Nov. 2012 - May 2013;
Habitat for Humanity of Tucson – Homebuilder & Family Partner; Sept. 2008 – Dec. 2012
Women of the ELCA – Elected Secretary; March 2011 – Nov.2012;
Project “LUNCH-BREAK” – Founder, Fundraiser, & Board Member; Jan. 2011 – May 2013;
TIHAN – Volunteer & Program Coordinator; Fall 2010 – Nov. 2012;
Lutheran Church of the Foothills – Stewardship & Long-Range Planning Committee Member; Sept. 2009 - Nov.2012;
The First Tee – Volunteer Golf Coach & Mentor; Spring 2007 – Fall 2008;
City of Tucson Parks & Recreation – Volunteer Coordinator; Fall 2006 – Spring 2007;
University Medical Center – Physical Therapy Intern; Spring 2005 – Fall 2006;
**Reference List Available Upon Request**
Copy of Kristina Bergdahl_Updated 2023_Resume
Kristina Louise Bergdahl
6726 N Calle Zella Tucson, AZ 85718
*********.**@*****.***
Objective:
Desire to utilize my strengths and expertise in a wide variety of arenas to find meaningful work in the nonprofit community.
Education:
Aug. 2004 – Aug. 2008: B.A. in Political Science with dual minors in Communications and Business Administration from The University of Arizona
- Awarded Dean’s List with Distinction for four consecutive semesters
- Awarded and maintained the academic and leadership scholarships
Professional Designations:
Acquired the following professional licenses;
- FINRA Series 7/General Stockbroker’s License - earned in Aug. 2008;
- FINRA Series 66/Registered Investment Adviser License - earned in Aug. 2008;
- Arizona Life, Health, and Variable Lines of Production Licenses - earned in Aug. 2008;
- Colorado Life, Health, and Variable Lines of Production Licenses - earned in Jan. 2013;
- Texas Life, Health, and Variable Lines of Production Licenses - earned in May 2010;
-Fraternal Insurance Counselor FIC; earned in Jan. 2009
Acquired and currently maintain the following professional coaching and fitness licenses:
-Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) Level IV; earned in 2024
-C4HP Certified Strength Coach Level II; earned 2023
-SMK Certified Kettlebell & Strength Coach; earned 2021
-SafeSport Certified Coach; earned and maintained since 2014
- CPR/AED Certified; earned and maintained since 2013;
Experience:
May 2024 - Current
Owner & Sole Operator of KB Climbing & Coaching, LLC
-In person and remote fitness and rock climbing coaching
-Planning and hosting weekly guided outdoor rock climbing trips
-Building and overseeing 6, 8, 12 and 16-week programming for all my students
May 2024- Jan. 2026
Bob Dobb’s Bar and Grill: Bartender
-Create and promote daily specials
-End of day financials including tip-outs for my back of house staff
-Entire shift is taken alone requiring fast action on any issues that arise throughout the shift
-Inventory at the close of the evening to ensure all ordering is completed the following business day
-Build and maintain positive relationships with all bar and restaurant patrons
May 2013 - May 2025
Rocks and Ropes of Tucson: Rock Climbing Coach, Strength Training Coach and Climbing Instructor
-Lead Coach of ‘Junior’ and ‘Recreational-Outdoor’ Youth Teams
-Curriculum development for 100+ youth athletes
-Lead guide for all of outdoor rock climbing days for all youth athletes
-Created and actively programmed ‘Training for Climbing’ weekly classes for adult athletes
-Lead Coach of ‘Adult Training Team’
-Developed all programming for one on one trainings and small group trainings
-Instructed our youth coaches in strength training curriculum and curriculum development
-Lead guide for all technical outdoor climbing skills
-Successfully designed, launched and taught quarterly “Deadlifting for Climbing” clinics
-Worked closely with local physical therapists to develop protocols and programming for athletes to return to climbing after acute injury and techniques that highlight injury prevention
May 2013 - May 2024
Trident Grill: Bartender & Bartender Trainer in Tucson, AZ
-Helped open (2013) and close (2023) eastside Tucson location
-Developed cocktail menu and all cocktail specials
-Bartend & cocktail menu development at private events
-Bar trainings at all locations
-Built and maintained strong and personable relationships with all clientele
-Built and maintained positive working relationships with all staff members
Summer 2015 - Summer 2021
Self-Employed as private swim lesson instructor in Tucson, AZ
- Utilizing our private pool to conduct half hour to full hour swim lessons;
- Helping my students learn the specifics and techniques involved with each stroke;
May 2013 - April 2020
Zinburger of Fox Restaurant Concepts, Inc., Server, Bartender, Server and Wine Sales Trainer; Tucson, AZ
- Assist management team with the hiring and training of new employees;
- Training wine, spirits & beers for all new hires and veteran staff
- Assist with special and charitable events on-site and off-site;
- Have had multiple promotional opportunities;
- Active participation in all industry wine education events
Nov. 2012 - May 2013
Wealth Concepts, LLC/Mass Mutual Colorado, Financial Adviser and Planner;
Denver, CO
- Denver Business Journal “#1 Best Medium-Sized Business”;
- Implemented educational programs at Longmont Parks & Recreation Division, local faith congregations, retirement communities, and local community centers;
- Small business coach/mentor at the SBDC Aurora’s “At Bat” Program;
- Achieved ‘conference qualification’ for the year based on sales of financial instruments and monies into advisor managed funds
- Mentor to newly hired advisors specifically to those recently out of college and those recently acquiring licenses
- Planned, wrote and presented workshops on a variety of topics: most commonly on wealth transfer vehicles
Sept. 2008 - Sept. 2012
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans/Thrivent Investment Management, Financial Associate and Partner of The Robert R. Eyer and Kristina L. Bergdahl Wealth Management, LLC
Tucson, AZ
- One of the top producing teams in the five state region from 2009 to 2012;
- Achieved ‘conference qualification’ based on measured production for life, health,and annuity sales for years 2010, 2011, and 2012;
- Achieved individual recognition from Thrivent Investment Mgmt for growth in brokerage and mutual fund production for year 2011 and year 2012;
- Hired, trained, and managed all staff and interns for the practice;
- Increased membership numbers and new member numbers by hosting a number of educational events and networking events;
- Compiled and managed a database of all existing contracts and client relationships for the practice;
- Conducted all marketing, event planning, and networking events for the practice resulting in a 480% growth in revenue at my practice throughout my career with Thrivent Financial;
- Strengthened relationships with community partners and supporters;
- Focused on strengthening relationships with female market;
Aug. 2007 - Aug. 2008
Project Vote Smart, Congressional Research Intern in Tucson, AZ at The University of Arizona
- Utilized a number of queries including Library of Congress to compile data available
for public use on the voting records of elected state and federal officials;
- Summarized prospective state and federal Senate and House Bills for public education;
Mar. 2007 - Aug. 2008
Zinburger/Fox Restaurants Concepts, Inc. – Server, Server Trainer, Bar and Wine Sales
Tucson, AZ
- Promoted to server trainer and server wine trainer within five months;
- Promoted to wine sales and was bar-tending within six months;
Feb. 2005 - Dec. 2007
City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Division, Recreation Leader
Tucson, AZ
- Leader of recreation programs for children of ages 5 to 17 ;
- Developed educational program for girls aiming to strengthen self-esteem;
- Developed ‘healthy kids’ initiative focused on cooking healthy meals and daily exercise;
- Worked with National Parks and Recreation and The First Tee of Tucson to develop a summer golf program with grant monies;
- Coached 5-6 year old city league soccer team to two local championship games;
Dec. 2003 - Aug. 2006
Abercrombie & Fitch, Retail Associate, Floor Design, Denim Specialist Sales;
Tucson, AZ
- Lead associate for seasonal floor updates and form/layout design;
- Customer service with purchases and returns;
- Denim design, customized fittings, and sales;
Professional Skills and Talents:
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office software;
- Skilled in hiring, training, managing and in conducting periodic reviews for employees;
- Skilled in public speaking and teaching educational courses;
- Skilled in preparing and executing business contracts;
- Exceptional marketing, networking, and business building skills;
- Skilled in working closely with children and special needs children in recreational and physical fitness capacity;
- Basic knowledge in Java and C++ programming languages;
- Exceptional at designing and implementing curriculum in a variety of mediums as well as teaching others to do so;
- Basic understanding Spanish and Italian;
Community Service and Volunteer Work:
Desert Gold Diggers; Member & Field Outreach; Jan. 2023-Current
FC Tucson - Parent Volunteer; Jan. 2023-Current
Tucson Climbing Project - Committee Member; August 2018- May 2025
AZ Women’s Climbing Coalition - Volunteer Member/“Meetup” Lead; May 2019-May 2023
South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce - Member; Nov. 2012 - May 2013;
“Senior Prom” (event for senior citizens) Volunteer & Fundraiser - Denver, CO; Nov. 2012 - May 2013;
Habitat for Humanity of Denver - Homebuilder & Retail Volunteer; Nov. 2012 - May 2013;
Habitat for Humanity of Tucson – Homebuilder & Family Partner; Sept. 2008 – Dec. 2012
Women of the ELCA – Elected Secretary; March 2011 – Nov.2012;
Project “LUNCH-BREAK” – Founder, Fundraiser, & Board Member; Jan. 2011 – May 2013;
TIHAN – Volunteer & Program Coordinator; Fall 2010 – Nov. 2012;
Lutheran Church of the Foothills – Stewardship & Long-Range Planning Committee Member; Sept. 2009 - Nov.2012;
The First Tee – Volunteer Golf Coach & Mentor; Spring 2007 – Fall 2008;
City of Tucson Parks & Recreation – Volunteer Coordinator; Fall 2006 – Spring 2007;
University Medical Center – Physical Therapy Intern; Spring 2005 – Fall 2006;
**Reference List Available Upon Request**