1. Wendy M Jett
859.983.8384 wendyjett@rocketmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Skilled in building productive , cohesive teams, leading by example and providing mentorship to
improve individual and team performance and career development.
Articulate, energetic communicator and presenter, able to design effective presentations to
meet the needs of a diverse audience.
Highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented, equally comfortable with team collaboration
and working independently. Known for excellent prioritizing and multitasking to achieve on
time completion of tasks and projects.
Creative and forward thinking with the ability to implement new ideas in an organized fashion.
Computer skills include: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher; Internet
Explorer, Google Chrome. Social Media: FaceBook, Pinterest, Twitter, Survey Monkey
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Healthways/SilverSneakers FLEX Program Liaison: Healthways
Assist fitness instructors through the registration process to become FLEX instructors for the SilverSneakers
Program, and to schedule individual classes within the Healthways network. This includes completing items such
as: W9, direct deposit forms, reviewing and submitting certifications and credentials, reviewing personal liability
insurance policies for accuracy, reviewing class participation for accuracy and minimum requirements,
renegotiating pay structures, developing correspondence for group information.
Seniors Recreation Leader: Lexington Fayette Urban County Government
Lead seniors through a variety of activities on a part time basis including: crafts, fitness classes and outings to local
area locations.
Group Fitness and Water Safety Instructor: YMCA of Central Kentucky
Teach various formats of group fitness classes, as well as provide swimming instruction for all skill levels of children
ages 6months to 12 years.
Group Fitness Instructor: PROOF FITNESS
Teach various formats of group fitness classes, and provide lectures/workshops for members on various topics.
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2. Corporate Group Fitness Director: Global Fitness Holdings
Managed a department of 19 group fitness directors and 500+ fitness instructors in 35 fitness facilities. Developed
program budgets and payroll over 1.7 million dollars annually, program development, hiring/training/evaluating
directors and instructors, customer service, equipment inventory/repair/order, developed policies/procedures
and best practices for department, program marketing and special event planning and implementation. Use of
various social media for marketing, member retention and interaction. Developed 10 new class formats for the
club chain which were trademarked. Taught various formats of fitness/wellness classes. Created and implemented
annual Innovative Instructor Weekend: 3 days of continuing education for group fitness instructors
Healthways/SilverSneakers Liaison: Global Fitness Holdings
Included registration of participants, tracking and reporting attendance, program development including fitness
classes/social events/educational opportunities for seniors, creating and maintaining open lines of
communication between Healthways and the club level employees, providing excellent customer service and
support to the SilverSneakers member. Create member surveys and input/track results to implement changes in
program.
Part Time Instructor, KHP 210: University of Kentucky
Taught the course KHP 210 for a professor who was on sabbatical. Presented daily class lesson plans, and tests.
This class included a diverse group of students from various majors.
Graphic Artist/Desktop Publishing: University of Kentucky
Design of various marketing materials such as: tee shirts, table top displays, menus, newsletter, banners, door
hangers, calendars, surveys etc. Also included development, organizing and implementing various marketing and
special events for Auxiliary Services. (Housing and Dining Services)
EDUCATION
BA Therapeutic Recreation, University of Kentucky
PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHED WRITING
Club Industry, Step by Step column, (http://clubindustry.com/search/results/WENDY%20JETT)
Spinning News, (http://www.spinning.com/en/media/spinning_instructor_news/july06_2.html)
Fitness Related Certifications:
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) Primary Group Fitness Instructor
American Council on Exercise (ACE) Group Fitness Instructor
Spinning certified
YogaFit Level 2
BEAMFIT primary instructor
SilverSneakers Classic and Yoga
Booty Barre
American Health & Safety Institute Instructor CPR/AED
American Heart Association Instructor CPR/AED
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3. PERSONAL AND PROFESSION REFERENCES
Sarah Nikirk, Auxiliary Services, Associate Director, sfn@uky.edu, 257-2042 x224.
Martha Duncan, Senior Recreation Specialist, LFUCG, mduncan@lexingtonky.gov, 539-6476
Carey Highland, Fitness Instructor/Director, chighland@intax.com, 576-9199
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