Cristin Fagone 415.7413.7327 | cristin.fagone@gmail.com | www.sonobrio.com EDUCATION York University, Schulich School of Business MBA Candidate 2014 – Present Specializations: Brand, Product and Service Management & Marketing Communications Director of Communications, Social Impact Management Association & member, Schulich Marketing Association Roger Williams University- Bachelor of Arts Communications (Public Relations), Dance/Performance Studies 2005 3.7 GPA | Magna Cum Laude | Recipient of Academic Excellence Scholarship & Outstanding Achievement Scholarship Bauman College- Certificate Holistic Nutrition 2012 Specially trained to facilitate computerized diet analysis, one-on-one consulting and group workshops to guide clients in managing a range of health conditions with healing whole foods EXPERIENCE Founder/Nutritionist/Fitness Specialist Sono Brio Whole Body Health www.sonobrio.com 2009-Present Achieved industry-leading certification in both classical Pilates and Holistic Nutrition resulting in the creation of a self-funded private coaching business, which inspires vivacity or “brio” for over 200 clients Provide exceptional coaching and maintain client relationships, resulting in retention of 88% of first time clients as long-term customers Created and developed four unique information products (e-books and courses), which have gained worldwide attention and sales Hired and managed a team of 10 people to produce a full-length fitness instruction video series Personally execute all marketing, advertising, promotions and public relations activities for the company Designed and maintain the company's website, blog, weekly newsletter, and social media accounts, which have attracted and retained over 2,000 customers and potential customers with consistent communication Featured as a contributing health expert with published articles on MindBodyGreen.com and Examiner.com Successfully transitioned internationally from a physical business to an online business Substitute Teacher Boston Public School 2005 – 2009 Taught reading, writing, math, science, history/geography, health/physical education, art, music, theatre, and dance to children ages 3-18 and worked one-on-one with special needs children and children requiring extra help and attention Independent Dance & Theatre Educator Watertown Children’s Theatre and Boston Dance Schools 2006 – 2009 Taught dance, theater and fitness classes for children and adults at seven different dance studios throughout the greater Boston area Choreographed full-length theatrical productions at two highly regarded urban children's theaters Provided excellent customer service and communicated to students and parents about policies, procedures, and programs Assisted with coordination of scheduling, payments, travel, transportation, and events Professional Contemporary Dancer Prometheus Dance Company 2006 – 2009 Performed with one of Massachusetts' most outstanding and established modern dance companies. Prometheus was named “One of the Year's Ten Best in Dance“ by the Boston Phoenix-2007 & 2004, The Boston Herald-2002, and The Boston Globe-2000; The company performs extensively both nationally and internationally Public Relations Intern Providence Children’s Museum 2005 Drafted and managed print, online and social media communications designed to promote company brand, image and values Established and maintained external communications calendar, and managed scheduled assignments Built and maintained media and coalition lists Coordinated news releases, media responses, and press packets Created interactive digital presentations for executives Conveyed noteworthy information about project successes and product updates to customers Actor / Model Screen Actors Guild Appearance in over 20 feature films, television shows, commercials and print advertisements 2006 – Present VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Elementary School Reading Tutor Reading Partners 2010 – 2011 Provided weekly one-on-one help for fourth grade ESL students and tracked their progress toward proficient grade level reading and writing skills Arts Enrichment Workshop Leader Boston Public Schools 2066 – 2009 Created and implemented brand new dance curriculums in three inner city public schools, resulting in improved physical wellness and exposure to the arts for children in grades K-8 OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE PowerPoint, Mailchimp, social media marketing, health and wellness blogging, basic web design, basic image and video editing Persuasive communicator and writer driven by opportunities to create enriching experiences for the masses with an entrepreneurial mindset Team dynamics expert and motivational leader, who quickly masters new concepts with exceptional attention to detail Success in developing unique programming, creative marketing and effective social media Driven by opportunities for creative thinking, full project ownership and relationship development 2