About Me
I’m Sara Hippeli, a dynamic and results-driven entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in the health, wellness, and business services industries. I have proven success in founding and scaling personal training and business management companies with expertise in client development, operational leadership, and strategic growth.
Quick Facts
Experience
15+ years in health & wellness entrepreneurship
Businesses Scaled
3 successful ventures in 10 years
Client Growth
80% client base increase in 1 year
Media Recognition
Featured in Your Health podcast
Education
Bachelors in Exercise Physiology
Location
Fort Myers, Florida
Skills & Expertise
Core competencies developed through 15+ years of health, wellness, and business services entrepreneurship
Business Development
Entrepreneurship and business development with proven success in founding and scaling companies across health and wellness sectors.
Personal Training & Wellness
Expert personal training and wellness coaching, specializing in customized fitness programs, nutritional coaching, and lifestyle transformation.
Healthcare Operations
Management of chiropractic and pain management operations, including patient care coordination and clinical workflow optimization.
Strategic Planning
Strategic planning and execution expertise with focus on operational efficiency and sustainable business growth.
Team Leadership
Leadership and management of diverse teams including fitness professionals, healthcare staff, and administrative personnel.
Client Relations
Customer relationship management with proven track record of client acquisition, retention, and satisfaction improvement.
Marketing & Branding
Marketing and branding expertise specifically tailored to health, wellness, and medical service industries.
Financial Management
Financial oversight and budgeting for healthcare and wellness businesses, including payroll management and cost optimization.
Professional Experience
Over 15 years of health, wellness, and business services entrepreneurship with proven success in scaling multiple ventures
Omni Club
Head Personal Trainer
Elite fitness facility providing premium personal training and wellness services
Key Achievements
- Built a successful personal training brand from the ground up
- Focused on customized fitness programs, nutritional coaching, and lifestyle transformation
- Managed client acquisition and retention strategies
- Grew client base by 80% in 1 year through strategic marketing and exceptional service
- Designed and led group and individual training sessions
- Improved client performance and satisfaction through personalized approach
Omni Club
Manager of Personal Training
Top elite gym facility with comprehensive fitness and wellness programs
Key Achievements
- Managed training staff at a top elite gym while maintaining and growing client base
- Managed financials, payroll, and meetings for the department
- Oversaw branding, digital marketing, scheduling, and budgeting
- Implemented customer service protocols and quality standards
- Led team development and training initiatives
- Optimized operational efficiency and department performance
Lee Wellness and Rehab
Operations Manager
Full-service chiropractic and pain management clinic specializing in injury recovery
Key Achievements
- Operated a full-service chiropractic and pain management clinic
- Specialized in patients involved in car accidents, slip and falls, or work related injuries
- Recruited and managed licensed chiropractors and front-desk staff
- Managed financials and budgets for the company
- Communicated with personal injury lawyers on complicated lien based cases
- Ensured regulatory compliance and quality patient care standards
Clarity Surgical Group
Business Consultant
Business consulting firm specializing in medical practice optimization and management
Key Achievements
- Provided business consulting, administrative services, and operational support
- Specialized in process optimization, management, and back-office systems
- Served small-to-mid-sized medical companies with customized solutions
- Managed contracts, billing, and client communication for multiple service accounts
- Helped medical facilities reduce overhead and improve productivity
- Developed customized management solutions for diverse healthcare practices