Congratulations to our Leadership in Health Coaching Award recipients for the HCTP March 2020 Accelerated class! Integrative Nutrition believes in, supports, and celebrates all our incredible graduates for spreading the ripple effect of health and happiness in the world. The Leadership in Health Coaching Award was created to recognize the amazing accomplishments of our graduates, specifically those doing outstanding work that aligns with Integrative Nutrition’s core mission. Learn more about the winners below!
Jennifer Vitale
Kenilworth, New Jersey
Instagram Handle: @its_zen_jen
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?
I ventured on a personal growth journey of self-discovery and reconnecting to self. I was also searching for a more aligned and fulfilling career path than the one I was on.
How did your life change after enrolling?
I've become completely aligned with my purpose. I've created a new community of support with my fellow alumni and deepened my connection to who I am and what I want to create.
Kelly Prechtl
Manhattan, New York
Instagram Handle: @kellyprechtl_
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?
Prior to IIN, I was an elementary school teacher, yoga instructor, and mindfulness educator.
How did your life change after enrolling?
IIN opened my eyes to a holistic view on health and wellness. Since shifting more of my focus to primary food, many of my symptoms have subsided because I am now truly living a healthy lifestyle.
Erica Hanner
Fairfax, Virginia
Instagram Handle: @ericajadehealth
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?
Running my own personal training company and working as a group fitness instructor and NFL cheerleader. I realized my clients benefited more from a holistic coaching experience, which led me to IIN.
How did your life change after enrolling?
I've learned so much more about myself and what my body needs. My confidence has grown, and I feel more excited about my future knowing I am doing what I love and helping others along the way.
Mark Hirsch
New Rochelle, New York
Instagram Handle: @_simplyholistic
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?
I was traveling the world exploring how my I could infuse proper health and wellness into a career and lifestyle. I studied Ayurveda and anatomy and became certified in Hatha yoga and Thai massage.
How did your life change after enrolling?
I have learned so much about nutrition and coaching, but mostly I learned that we are all capable of fitting healthy and meaningful lifestyle choices into our day, no matter how busy we are.
Kate Woolsey
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Instagram Handle: @bliss.bykate
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?
Before IIN, I was a stay-at-home mom and certified yoga teacher with a passion for wellness. I had previously worked in healthcare and wanted a career shift.
How did your life change after enrolling?
IIN has been transformative. I learned about the holistic nature of wellness, made friends around the world from South Africa to Singapore, and – best of all – fell in love with a new career.
Andrea Smith
Nashville, Tennessee
Instagram Handle: @AndreaSmithLiving
What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?
I was balancing our family time with my volunteer work across different health and spiritual wellness platforms, teaching fitness, and connecting those in need of holistic help with great providers.
How did your life change after enrolling?
It perfectly laid out how I can pursue living my best life and help others do the same. The tools, videos, and online resources are amazing!