Nitasha Behl
Sydney,NSW
Summary
PERSONAL PROFILE A resourceful sports nutritionist with a desire to expand scope of practice. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on patient centric outcomes. Resilient in maintaining positive relationships and promoting wellness with impactful and forward-thinking approaches. Well-versed in effectively communicating technical information to athletes and general population. A skilled professional actively developing personalized dietary plans for athletes to optimize performance and recovery. Strong understanding of the nutritional needs of various athletic disciplines and ability to translate scientific research into practical advice. Demonstrated success in enhancing athlete health, performance, and recovery through strategic food and supplement recommendations. Notable impact in previous roles includes increased athlete endurance and improved overall team health.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Nutirtionist
The Natural Lab & Co
NORWEST, NSW
03.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nutritional assessments.
- Develop and implement personalised nutrition plans.
- Advocate for better nutrition in community schools.
- Analyse and implement cognitive behaviour change.
- Conduct metabolic health screen checks.
- Nutritional coaching to help reach performance goals.
- Supplement prescription.
- Developing educational programs
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of latest research through extended education and professional development courses.
- Referral to Dietician/GP all high-risk patients.
Senior Executive
Healthia Pty Ltd/ Sports Focus
Castle Hill , NSW
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored daily activities of the organization to ensure adherence to policies and standards.
- Identified and solved problems to enhance management and business direction.
- Prepared presentations and reports for senior management regarding operational performance.
- Pleasantly welcomed patients, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
- Developed and implemented procedures to streamline administrative processes and improve efficiency.
- Communicated job expectations and trained staff to promote team building and discipline.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Co Founder
House of SOMA
02.2015 - 12.2022
- Developed brand identity with distinctive graphic style.
- New Business acquisition.
- Negotiated key business partnerships.
- Hired new managers to drive sustainable business growth.
Territory Manager
Martin & Pleasance
Sydney
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Territory Management from conception.
- Implemented strategic sales and market growth initiatives.
- Delivered technical information to Allied Health professionals.
- Successful acquisition of key accounts (Mr Vitamins, Go-Vita).
- Negotiation of shelf/window space to merchandise products.
- Planned brand-building events to expand product portfolio across pharmacy & health food channels.
Project Manager
PEAK Health Management
Sydney
01.2010 - 06.2011
- National roll out of flu vaccination for Commonwealth Bank Australia.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines.
- Enhanced development and drove continuous improvement of project delivery by providing strong program leadership.
- Assessed risks and devised mitigation strategies.
Pharmacy Assistant
Nunawading Pharmacy
Melbourne, VIC
03.2007 - 06.2010
- Delivered exceptional community care initiatives.
- provided OTC medications advise.
- Stock control.
- Merchandised seasonal planograms.
- Verified prescriptions.
- Followed strict confidentiality protocols to protect customers' private medical information.
Business Development Manager
O2 Intraceuticals
Melbourne
03.2008 - 10.2009
- Territory Management of key accounts.
- Expanded portfolio specific to Dermatologist
- & Medi Spas.
- Developed and maintained solid & profitable relationships through practitioner detailing.
- Negotiated deal structures to secure volume sales.
- Maintained meticulous client notes in Salesforce system.
- Compiled and submitted monthly and yearly reports.
- Successfully implemented marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness amongst consumers.
- Attended conferences and trade association meetings to represent company and promote products nationally & internationally.
Territory Manager
BIOCEUTICALS
Sydney, Melbourne
01.2005 - 03.2008
- Territory management of key accounts.
- Detailed Naturopaths, Chiropractors, Pharmacists and GPs on clinical studies to encourage prescribing with integrity.
- Successfully exceeded sales targets by cross selling products.
- Analyzed territory to identify and negotiate contracts with new retail customer opportunities.
- Brand development of new and existing products.
- Gathered competitor intelligence and market feedback.
- Devised territory sales plans to exceed revenue and market penetration goals.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Nutrition, Sports Nutrition
Sports Nutrition Australia
Brisbane, QLD09-2024
Bachelor of Health Science -
La Trobe University
01.2001
VCE Certificate -
Carey Baptist Grammar
01.1997
Skills
- Innovative and Visionary
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Business Development
- Complex Problem Solving
- Efficient and organised
- Dynamic personality
- Clinical application of nutrition
- Clinical application of cognitive behaviour change
- Personalised meal planning
- Health education
- Body composition assessment
- Macronutrient calculation
- Hydration management
- Goal setting assistance
- Weight management
- Nutritional evaluation
References
REFERENCES
Martin & Pleasance Patty Foustellis, Product Specialist 0418 112 319. Bioceuticals Rebecca Church, Marketing Manager 0400 002 665.
Timeline
Sports Nutirtionist
The Natural Lab & Co
03.2024 - Current
Senior Executive
Healthia Pty Ltd/ Sports Focus
03.2023 - Current
Co Founder
House of SOMA
02.2015 - 12.2022
Territory Manager
Martin & Pleasance
02.2012 - 02.2014
Project Manager
PEAK Health Management
01.2010 - 06.2011
Business Development Manager
O2 Intraceuticals
03.2008 - 10.2009
Pharmacy Assistant
Nunawading Pharmacy
03.2007 - 06.2010
Territory Manager
BIOCEUTICALS
01.2005 - 03.2008
Graduate Certificate - Nutrition, Sports Nutrition
Sports Nutrition Australia
Bachelor of Health Science -
La Trobe University
VCE Certificate -
Carey Baptist Grammar
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