Health and Wellness-focused professional with commitment to pursuing position related to Nutrition and Fitness Counseling/ Coaching. Successfully completed Bachelors Degree in Nutritional Sciences. Certified in Food Science (CFS) via Institute of Food Technologists. Personal Trainer (AAPTE CPT-EFS) with anticipated completion of Certification in Health Coaching through American Council on Exercise (ACE) in Spring of 2017.
Served as nutritional instructor and consultant for DIAFARM, Spain-based pharmaceutical company, specializing in developing natural health solutions in over the counter (OTC) and pharmaceutical markets. Led workshops and trained pharmacists on nutritional components and benefits of new line of diet products.
Recognized as lead nutritionist in OBGYN Department at Lisbon-based Dr. Alfredo da Costa Hospital. Drafted paper on contraceptive methods, which was published in hospital’s magazine and widely read by clinical staff, as well as patients and patients’ families
Traveled to pharmacies throughout Portugal to educate pharmacists and implement marketing strategies to promote sales of Siken dietary products. Consulted with consumers and tripled sales from initial point of market entry. Monitored sales and consumers improvements on weight loss results. Supported company’s position as health and dietary provider; served as resource for customers and promoted quality brand with commitment to customers’ needs.
