Katie Blodorn

Katie Blodorn has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Katie began their career as a Fifth Grade Teacher at Jackson Milton Elementary from 2013 to 2015. During this time, they also coached 8th grade volleyball. From 2015 to 2016, Katie worked as an Educational Consultant at World Book, Inc, where they focused on print and digital non-fiction/reference materials and achieved revenue targets through proactive sales strategies. Katie then transitioned into the fitness industry, working as a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer at XSport Fitness from 2015 to 2017. Here, they created and implemented strength-based workouts, ensured the safety of participants, and provided excellent customer service. In 2017, Katie took on the role of Executive Administrative Assistant at Gregory Law Offices, LTD., where they provided executive support. Katie later joined Cleveland State University as a Graduate Supervisor, Fitness and Wellness from 2017 to 2019. During their time there, they initiated premium programs and retention initiatives, as well as assisted with staff oversight and training. Katie then served as a Wellness Director at French Creek YMCA from 2019 to 2020. Here, they managed wellness programs and services. Most recently, Katie worked as the Fitness and Community Programs Manager at the City of Rocky River from 2020 to 2022, where they developed special events and managed non-traditional community programs. Currently, they are employed as an Assistant Director - Fitness & Wellness Programs at CENTERS, LLC.

Katie Blodorn completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Education with a focus on Early Childhood Education and Teaching at Youngstown State University from 2008 to 2012. Katie then pursued a Master of Education degree in Adult Learning and Development at Cleveland State University from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, they obtained a K-12 Reading Endorsement from Walsh University in 2013. Katie also holds certifications as an ACE Group Fitness Instructor from the American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness), obtained in June 2017.