The Connecticut Oral Health Initiative, Inc. 

Newly recruited to lead our fundraising efforts to support the mission of advancing oral health equity in Connecticut. I take a relational approach to development, building genuine connections with donors, partners, and community members.

Development Manager

Journaling for Growth

Chief Journaling Officer

CT Library Consortium

Community builder for librarians. First to fill the role of Events & Special Projects Manager for statewide membership collaborative serving ~1,000 Connecticut libraries. 

Known for my personal brand of magic - creating spaces where members felt safe to learn and grow, turning nebulous ideas into concrete programs and services, and planning and executing events so fun they didn't feel like work - I helped members of our community feel seen, heard, and valued, and provided opportunities for them to build skills to better serve their communities. 

Known for being an innovative thinker who imagines creative solutions to problems, often anticipating needs before they arose, I instigated moving our Roundtable program virtual in early 2020, teaching members to use Zoom and modeled how to run an effective meeting. (Librarians went on to use what they learned here to put on programs for their own communities.)

I partnered with the Connecticut Storytelling Center to launch a storytelling training workshop series for librarians. I conceptualized and executed three different vendor expo models, all of which were wildly successful. And I established a new Program Directory to connect libraries with performers and workshop providers. 

I led the national Take Your Child to the Library Day initiative, serving as project manager, growing the program in visibility through projects such as the creation of both community-centric and librarian-centric websites, speaking at the Public Library Association Conference in April 2024, and publishing an article in Public Libraries Magazine in Summer 2024. I partnered with EveryLibrary to create Advocacy Training webinar series to build capacity among children's librarians, and established State Ambassador program to build support and visibility nationwide. I partnered with Demco to create a line of promotional products for TYCLD 2025.

Events and Special Projects Manager

Northwest Village School

I was selected as the first certified library media specialist at this therapeutic day school for special education students ages 4-21.  

Tasked with creating our library media program, I transformed a humble bookroom into a vibrant library ecosystem welcoming and accessible to students of all ages and our teachers and support staff. 

I implemented a new library automation software system, replacing the traditional card catalog, revamped our entire collection of materials, assessing gaps for each section and curating age-appropriate resources, and established new collections of both print and digital resources. 

As the designer of library, information and research, and technology skills curricula that I delivered to students, I was part of our teaching team, delivering instruction to students, facilitating professional development for teachers and support staff, and collaborated with teachers on technology integration and co-teaching classes. 

I created safe and welcoming spaces for all of our students, differentiating instruction, employing de-escalation strategies as needed, and building strong relationships with our learners and instructors. 

I had the joy of surprising and delighting students and staff by instituting school literacy events including annual Read Across America celebrations, coordinated external speakers, and introduced graphic novel collection (our most popular and widely circulated school collection).

Library Media Specialist

Avon Free Public Library

As part of our children's services team, I had the amazing privilege of supporting children and families who came to the library.

While on desk, I assisted children and families with navigation of library materials, equipment and resources; provided readers’ advisory services, connecting readers with engaging materials.

I executed original programming for children including reader’s theater workshops, family thank you letter writing, and thematic creative programs connected to the Amazing Castle™ installation. 

I partnered with Teen Librarian on Book Buddies program pairing elementary school students with middle and high school students to foster reading skills.

And I brought my skills from my experience at Northwest Village School to tactfully manage challenging patrons (i.e. high energy and or poor in-library behavior) resulting in reduction of risk behaviors in the library.

Children's Library Specialist

Self-Employed

Family Sabbatical

Ketchum

At Ketchum (formerly Capital Strategies), I worked with associations such as the North Carolina Economic Developers' Association and NC Go! on events (meetings, conferences, legislative days), editing newsletters, and providing member support. I helped develop communications plans for organizations such as Junior League of Raleigh.

Project Coordinator

Journaling is one of the simplest, most beneficial habits you can use to create the life you want to live. 

And yet something is keeping you from it. 

Whether you’re completely new to journaling and don’t know where to start, you’ve journaled some but not found what works for you yet, or you’re a seasoned journaler looking for new ways to infuse your journaling with energy to get the results you want, I can help. 

✍️Why work with me?
If you were going to do it on your own, you would have by now. The information is out there. But you haven’t figured out how to make it work for you yet. And that’s okay. I love getting to help folks just like you create journaling practices that help you reach your goals. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach here. We start with you, what you want to achieve, and find simple, sustainable ways to make it happen. 

✍️How to work together
If you need:
🌱A LITTLE BIT OF SUPPORT, check out my curated journal prompt collections through my Substack newsletter. At just $8/month, you’ll receive a daily journal prompt designed to help you get to know and love yourself a little bit better AND solve the problem of not knowing what to write about. (journalingforgrowth.substack.com)

🍀MORE SUPPORT, we'll work together to create your bespoke journaling practice that aligns with your personal growth journey. It’s all about you and what you need to grow. And it starts with a conversation. (tidycal.com/amandastern/strategy-call)

✨ Beyond Journaling—Event Planning & Community Building
Along with my passion for journaling, I bring years of experience as a community builder, event planner, and facilitator. I thrive on creating spaces where people can show up as their true, authentic selves and have real conversations that spark connection, growth, and impact. Whether it’s a small gathering or a large-scale event, I specialize in curating experiences that foster meaningful connections and create positive change. If your organization or mission-driven nonprofit needs someone to plan and facilitate events or build a thriving community, let's talk about how we can make it happen.

✍️ About Me
I’ve been journaling since I was an angsty teenager, and it's my go-to tool for learning and growth. I've used it to uncover what I truly want, make plans to go after it, hold myself accountable, and celebrate success, all while creating a life I don’t want a vacation from. When I’m not journaling, you can find me with my nose in a book, puttering in my garden, laughing with my family, and trying to decide what to make for dinner again tonight.

Amanda Stern ✍️

Alex Hall

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Everyone in the world is unique. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗡𝗔 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁!

Yet most of us still use generic, 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗲-𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 to improve and maintain our health.

We scour the internet for the next shiny fad to try, whether a new dietary program, a new exercise regimen or supplement to add to the ever-growing list.

We’re then left wondering why we’ve 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 in our venture to look and feel younger and healthier!

It’s because all of these diets, fads & exercise routines don’t account for your individual situation, lifestyle and even 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀!

What you need is to take a 𝗵𝘆𝗽𝗲𝗿-𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 approach.

Based on data you CANNOT Google!

Your DNA!

Modern science has now advanced to the point where we can tailor nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle factors SPECIFICALLY to your genetics!

You can finally end the guessing game, and save time and stress worrying if what you’re doing is “really going to work this time”.

You can get the results you want, in less time, with less energy, so you can enjoy yourself more!

Give even more to your career and more time and energy to your family and loved ones.

Message me today to chat!

Founder

Fox Group International

Following lacking results and excessive expenditure from an external agency, I took back the day-to-day management of paid media accounts to improve CPA for the company.

I also expanded methods of reaching our highly targeted audience though Google Search, Youtube and LinkedIn ads, whilst implementing tracking across channels, mapping out the full customer journey, and implementing remarketing campaigns to boost ROI.

Senior Paid Media Analyst

The Hut Group

You'e thinking: “Marketing to Fat Loss Coach? That doesn’t make sense…” Let me tell you, this experience is the very reason I coach the way I do today.

I scaled my team from 1-4 people and turned around failing ad accounts from other parts of the business. This led to opportunities such as presenting our results in using UGC and analytics to boost ROI across paid channels to improve company wide results.

Leading that team was a career highlight. Mentoring marketers, building workflows that played to individual strengths, and watching the team gain recognition for our contribution to the business was incredibly rewarding – and it planted the seed for my future in coaching.

Whilst I was proud of the work we did as a team, I became uncomfortable selling one-size-fits-all fat loss products I didn’t believe in. Retention data told a clear story: people would see short-term results, regain the weight, and then repurchase the same program. It felt like a cycle of false hope.

That insight, along with my passion for coaching and mentoring, pushed me to start my own coaching business – focused on sustainable, science-led fat loss strategies that actually work for the individual.

Digital Marketing Analyst > Senior Paid Media Exec > Paid Media Manager

🧬The DNA Fat Loss Coach 🧬 Helping Analytical Business Owners Overcome Their Fat Loss Plateau's With Data Driven 1-1 Coaching | Making Fat Loss Easier Using Personalised Insights From Your DNA!

I help busy executives lose stubborn belly fat and reclaim their energy using personalised, DNA-led coaching that actually fits their lifestyle.

🔬 Here’s How It Works:
✔️ Personalised to your DNA → No guesswork, just what works for your body
✔️ Built around your life → Travel, client dinners, celebrations? All accounted for
✔️ No fad diets → Just sustainable fat loss that doesn’t feel like a “program”
✔️ Real coaching → Clear, efficient systems that work with your schedule

📊 Real Results:
Michele - Lost 12kg/26lbs & gained back control after 20 years of dieting
Adam - Lost 9kg/20lbs & confidence to sustain weight long-term
Matt - Lost 7kg/16lbs & got down to 9.5% body fat
Walter - Lost 20kg/45lbs & set an example for his kids to follow.

This isn’t about eating chicken and broccoli or spending hours in the gym.

It’s about getting leaner, feeling better, and having the energy to perform - without overhauling your life.
If generic plans haven’t worked for you, it’s probably because they weren’t built for you.

📍 Click “Book an appointment” above to see if you’re a good fit.

Everyone in the world is unique. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗡𝗔 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁!

Yet most of us still use generic, 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗲-𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 to improve and maintain our health.

We scour the internet for the next shiny fad to try, whether a new dietary program, a new exercise regimen or supplement to add to the ever-growing list.

We’re then left wondering why we’ve 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 in our venture to look and feel younger and healthier!

It’s because all of these diets, fads & exercise routines don’t account for your individual situation, lifestyle and even 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀!

What you need is to take a 𝗵𝘆𝗽𝗲𝗿-𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 approach.

Based on data you CANNOT Google!

Your DNA!

Modern science has now advanced to the point where we can tailor nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle factors SPECIFICALLY to your genetics!

You can finally end the guessing game, and save time and stress worrying if what you’re doing is “really going to work this time”.

You can get the results you want, in less time, and less energy, so you can enjoy yourself more!

Give even more to your career and more time and energy to your family and loved ones.

And now, with advances in 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀, you can now accurately track and measure your internal health & rate of ageing!

So whether you’re looking to lose 20lbs or live a longer, healthier life, your genetics hold the key!

I offer a range of services from 1-off DNA Strategy Sessions, designed to “lay out the path” for you, to fully supported 6-month coaching programs with the specific goal of reversing ageing.

Check out the links in my featured section to view my current prices or drop me a message to chat!

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