Michelle Persichina is a dynamic leader with experience in nutrition, food science, personal training, and event coordination. She received a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Food Science from Middle Tennessee State University, where she also worked as a laboratory assistant. Additionally, she has over 5 years of experience as a certified personal trainer, helping over 50 clients achieve their health and fitness goals. Persichina also holds leadership roles in the National Society of Leadership and Success honor society and has received several awards for her service and leadership.

1. Michelle Persichina
2840 S Church St Apt 207 | Murfreesboro, TN 37127 | 757.270.8217 | mp4i@mtmail.mtsu.edu
PROFILE
Dynamic and ambitious leader with a notable reputation for superior performance, adaptability and multifaceted
decision-making. Perseverant with the exceptional ability to provide a quick turnaround of complex assignments with
proven skill in verbal and written communication, coordinating events, calendar management, and multimedia
presentations. Seasoned public speaker driven to exceed expectations, and confident with interpersonal skills.
EDUCATION
Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN May 2016
Bachelor of Science, College of Behavioral and Health Sciences GPA 3.0/4.0
§ Major in Nutrition and Food Science
§ Minor in Agricultural Studies
§ Recipient of the Nutrition and Food Science Outstanding Senior Award
§ ServSafe® Certified
EXPERIENCE
Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Fall 2015 – Present
Nutrition and Food Science Assistant
§ Established protocol of sanitation and safety of food laboratory.
§ Enhanced grading system that proved more effective.
§ Contributed to 24-hour grade turn around of examinations.
§ Maintained laboratory scheduling.
Certified Master Personal Trainer Virginia Beach, VA/Murfreesboro, TN Spring 2011 – Present
International Sports Science Association
§ Senior Fitness, Strength and Conditioning, Fitness Nutrition, Exercise therapy, CPR, and Youth Fitness Certified.
§ Demonstration of monitoring and evaluating progress of over 50 clients.
§ Help achieve goals, motivate and establish nutritional guidelines.
§ Commitment to providing valuable knowledge, helping others and exceed client expectation.
Trust Point Hospital Murfreesboro, TN Spring 2012 – Fall 2013
Dietetic Attendant
§ Assisted with preparation of meal distribution.
§ Experience with diversity of patient food aversions
§ Gained extensive knowledge of patient service and accommodations.
§ Documented nutritional changes in patients diet.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
The National Society of Leadership and Success Fall 2014 – Present
Nation’s largest leadership honor society
§ Vice – President (Fall 2015; Present), Publicity/Society Event Coordinator (Spring 2015), Secretary (Spring 2014)
§ Recipient of the Excellence in Service to Students Award
§ Recipient of the Nationally Engaged Leader Award
§ Conduct, participate, and coordinate leadership training workshops
§ Attend prominent speaker broadcasts
§ Facilitated Success Networking teams in order to maintain member and individual accountability