Operations Management | People Management | Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving | Cross-Functional Team | Leadership Recruitment and Performance Management | Guest Experience | Enhancement | Project Management

Colorado State University, 2019 | Graduate Certificate in SKI Area Management

NASM – CPT 2012

University of Belgrade, 2008 | Bachelor of Economics

University of Belgrade, 2005 | Bachelor of Sports and Physical Education

Elevate Wellness (www.elevatewellness.us)                         New York, NY

Co Founder                                                                         01.01.2017 – Present

– Successfully developed corporate business in health and wellness segment
– Led effort in attracting and developing talent in support of $3M business.
– Conceptualized the launch of multiple products within the company’s portfolio
– Build market position by developing, defining, negotiating and closing business relationships
– Located and proposed business deals by contacting prospective clients, discovering and exploring opportunities.
– Secured the high volume presence in local and regional media.
– Presented field demonstrations of products and connected with C-Level executives within greater New York City area

Gym on 5th                                                                                       New York, NY

General Manager                                                           02.01.2015 – 01.12.2017

– Drove traffic & team sales by helping the team exceed monthly sales goals
– Promoted business within the community focusing on the benefits of the healthier lifestyle
– Established preventative equipment maintenance and repair program as well as research and recommendations on new exercise equipment.
– Developed short and long term equipment replacement schedule
– Ensured that team members consistently execute basics in punctuality, dress code compliance, friendliness and that every training session exceeded client’s expectations
– Developed comprehensive fitness program including individual fitness orientations, group fitness and wellness programming
– Reviewed health code standards with employees

Oliver Cheng Events (www.ocnyc.com)                         New York, NY

Event Manager                                                    11.07.2011 – 01.05.2015

– Planning and executing events up to 2000 guests
– Recruitment/training/evaluating FOH talent.
– Set standards of service and operating procedures
– Maintaining highest, on filed, standards of service in the industry
– Designed and implemented program of preparing information for each staff member, outlining responsibilities, timelines and supplies needed.
– Served as liaison to clients, determining special needs and resolving issues.
– Coordinated efforts with various service providers and vendors in order to work within time constrains.
– Spearheaded teams of up to 160 members
– Conducted briefings and rehearsals for all major events

Kopaonik Mountain Resort                                           Kopaonik, Serbia

Ski Instructor/ Mountain Rescue                            10.08.2009 – 06.15.2011

ISIA Certified Ski Instructor | National Mountain Rescue Member

– Coordinate projects, avalanche mitigation, emergency rescue
– Liaison for outside agencies – Serbia Forests, Air Med, Law Enforcement

Pro Athlete | KK PARTIZAN                         Belgrade, Serbia

Basketball Player                                 02.03.2002 – 08.10.2004