Kara Trussler
Timmins,Canada
Summary
Entrepreneurial professional with 10+ years of experience in business ownership and management, specializing in organic food distribution and fitness instruction. Skilled in business operations, team training, customer service, marketing, logistics, and administration. A dedicated leader with a proven ability to grow businesses from the ground up while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Operator
Trussler’s Pantry 2558136 Ont. Inc.
01.2014 - 12.2024
- Founded and operated a successful organic food store and online organic produce distribution service
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Managed all aspects of business operations, including procurement, customer service, logistics, marketing, and financial management
- Coordinated sourcing and delivery of organic produce from certified growers, curating and delivering custom produce boxes
- Developed partnerships with many businesses, collaborated on projects that aligned with shared values and industry standards.
- Hired, trained and oversaw a team of 6 employees, conducted all training including software.
- Managed contracts, invoices, and payments, ensuring smooth financial operations.
- Created and maintained my company website and social media presence.
- Utilized Excel for creating delivery sheets and managing logistics
- Successfully scaled operations to include 2 delivery trucks and efficient route management.
- Closed operations in December 2023 to relocate with family
Owner & Fitness Instructor
Trussler’s Fitness
01.2008 - 12.2023
- Taught a variety of fitness classes, including Zumba, Plyoga, Pound, cardio kickboxing, Booty Barre, and seasonal bootcamps
- Delivered advanced fitness instruction as a certified Body Pump Instructor at GoodLife Fitness
- Developed and implemented fitness programs to meet the diverse needs of community members in Iroquois Falls, Matheson and TImmins area.
- Maintained certifications and continue to pursue ongoing professional development in fitness instruction
- Currently pursuing older adult program and working to become a certified pilates instructor.
Education
Office Administration Diploma -
Fanshawe College
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Logistics coordination
- Website creation
- Strong customer service skills
- Customer relations
- Content creation
- Branding
- Customer engagement strategies
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Relationship management
- Advanced Fitness Instructor Certification
- Group class instruction
- Program design
Education And Certifications
- Office Administration Diploma | Fanshawe College
- Advanced Fitness Instructor Certification
- Certified Body Pump Instructor
- Certified Children's Fitness Coach
- Certified Pound Fitness coach
- Current CPR Certification
- Valid Driver’s License
Languages
English
French
Timeline
Owner & Operator
Trussler’s Pantry 2558136 Ont. Inc.
01.2014 - 12.2024
Owner & Fitness Instructor
Trussler’s Fitness
01.2008 - 12.2023
Office Administration Diploma -
Fanshawe College
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