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​Reggie Wilson MS
​reggie@fitforfreelance.com
Reggie is a versatile and engaging communicator specializing in medical science, wellness, and behavior. His career teaches individuals and communities how health science, environments, and decision processes dramatically improve lives.

​Summary:
- ​Over 7 years Florida Department of Health experience
- Certified Worksite Wellness Program Manager- National Wellness Institute
- Simplifies complex health topics with ease
- President of American Medical Writers Association Florida Chapter
- Master of Science degree in Medical Sciences, BS in Food Science and Human Nutrition
- Certified Personal Trainer and Orthopedic Exercise Specialist- American Council on Exercise




Health Education Program Consultant (October 2016- present)
Florida Department of Health in Collier County, Naples [Note: Work experience does not constitute endorsement by state agencies]
- Direct worksite wellness strategy with statewide and CDC Worksite Health ScoreCard standards
- Increase best practice implementation score from 167 in 2016 to 203 in 2018
- 2018 Benchmarks: FDOH average 169, CDC small worksites average 145, Total possible 264
- Design and deliver themed worksite wellness campaigns and challenges to increase health behaviors
- Create and present health education seminars on stress management, nutrition, physical activity, ergonomics, and community design to colleagues and community
- Design health behaviors email campaign “Wellness Wednesday”
- Manage multi-division worksite wellness committee and meetings
- Educate government and citizen committees (Metropolitan Planning Organization, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Community Traffic and Safety Team) on health impact of community design- mixed-use zoning, non-motorized pathways, roadway safety features, intersection density, parks, healthy vending, etc.
- Engage in community partnerships and the Local Public Health System to support health policies and education in worksites, schools, restaurants, grocers, homeowners’ associations, and faith-based organizations
- Partnerships include Blue Zones Project Southwest Florida, Naples Community Hospital, and Tobacco Free Collier
- Coordinate and promote vendors at government complex weekly farmer’s market
- Participate in Department’s quality improvement teams to improve processes and support state accreditation
Freelance Medical Writer (August 2016- present)
Wilson Medical Writing LLC, www.wilsonmedicalwriting.com
​Member- American Medical Writers Association
President-​ AMWA Florida Chapter​
- Report news, interview researchers, and write newsletters from annual medical conferences
- Wrote graduate-level interactive e-learning modules and quizzes to accompany Foundations for Health Promotion, 4th Edition textbook. Naidoo, J., Wills, J. (2016)
- Create continuing education materials in emerging research for healthcare providers
- Write patient education copy for provider websites
- Launch lay audience health education blog dedicated to behaviors that reduce chronic disease risks
- Develop client base using website design, SEO, social networking, content marketing
Nutrition Educator (December 2012- October 2016)
WIC and Nutrition Services, Florida Department of Health in Lake County, Clermont
- Built relationships and provide nutrition counseling to culturally diverse clients in 300+ perinatal and pediatric consults per month, averaging 17 per day
- Improve health outcomes, breastfeeding initiation rates, and childhood obesity using Department, USDA, and WIC guidelines
- Planned, implemented, and adjusted health education plans by assessing client medical history, behavior, and readiness to change
- Referred to lactation counselors, dietitians, physicians, tobacco cessation programs, office and supervisory staff as necessary
- Performed quality assurance to ensure all procedures and documents met Department standards
- Member of wellness committee, coordinated activities at Clermont WIC site
Personal Trainer and Wellness Instructor (January 2016-September 2016)
YMCA Central Florida, Orlando
- Introduced and executed nutrition education programs promoting benefits of balanced diets
- Created and implemented physical education class to reduce health risks for children ages 6-11
- Individualized training programs based on client health status, goals, fitness level
- Actively listened to identify most effective training demeanor for each client
- Educated, demonstrated, and cued exercise purpose and technique
- Advised management on opportunities for program expansion
- Mentored at-risk youth: encourage community involvement and school attendance
- Planned outreach activities to encourage community participation and fundraising
Certificate as a Worksite Wellness Program Manager​,​​​ National Wellness Institute (NWI)
Certified Online Trainer​, Online Trainer Academy​​​
Certified Personal Trainer, American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- Certificate as Orthopedic Exercise Specialist
Graduate Certificate in Positive Behavior Support, University of South Florida
Data-based approach to identifying causes, functions, and solutions for challenging behaviors, using behavior modification, 3-tier intervention, counseling, consultation, and organizational coordination
Master of Science in Medical Sciences, University of South Florida
- Anatomy, biochemistry, ethics, genetics, pathology, pharmacology, and more
Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Florida
Ocala Marathon
Miami Marathon
Gasparilla Half Marathon
Bahamas National Rugby 7s team
University of Florida of Rugby Football Club
- 2x Florida Men’s Select XV player
I still play 7s in the summers!




​​Fit for Freelance is the ​online wellness community ​giving ​athletes turned entrepreneurs sustainable gameplans and accountability to lose weight and rediscover their joy of fitness. As founder, I:
- Establish programs and education supporting wellness, productivity, and enjoyment for freelancers, solo entrepreneurs, service professionals, and small businesses
- Plan and deliver customized online personal training to clients
- Write and manage wellness, health, and fitness blog
- Design, write copy for, and publish website, marketing materials, and email campaigns
- Develop company brand through audience and vendor research
- Manage social media, online community, advertising, sales, and customer service