Durar Shakir, MS.

Durar Shakir, MS has a diverse work experience in the health and wellness field. Durar started their career in 2010 as a Co-Owner of Dar Salaam Restaurant, where they focused on providing excellent customer service and promoting healthy and nutritious dishes. From 2008 to 2013, they worked as a Medical Interpreter and Health Coach at The Old School for Interpreting/Translating Company, facilitating effective communication between limited English proficiency patients and healthcare providers.

In 2009, Durar joined a Primary Care Physician Office as a Nutrition Educator and Nutritional Consultant. During their time there, they assessed clients' eating habits, made recommendations, and promoted healthy eating. Durar also provided individual counseling for weight management and diabetes using the "Carb Counting" method.

Durar's work experience also includes roles as a Graduate/Teaching Assistant at Southern Illinois University from 2010 to 2012 and as a Health Coach at Integrated Corporate Wellness Solutions, LLC from 2017 to 2018. In these positions, they gained valuable experience in data analysis, biometric screenings, and coaching individuals on health-related matters.

Most recently, Durar worked as a Health Coach and a Kentucky Army National Guard (KYANG) Health and Wellness Coordinator at Wisdom Tree Technologies, LLC since 2018. These roles involved providing support and guidance to individuals in improving their health and wellness.

Overall, Durar Shakir, MS has a strong background in health and wellness, with experience in nutrition counseling, interpretation, coaching, and data analysis.

Durar Shakir, MS, has a strong education background with a focus on nutrition and agriculture. Durar completed a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering from the College of Agriculture from 1995 to 1998. Later, Durar pursued further studies and obtained a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, from 2007 to 2010. Continuing with academic advancement, Durar completed a Master's degree in Foods and Nutrition from the same university from 2010 to 2012.