"I cannot begin to express how important the program and staff at H3 have been to me... All of the staff - from the kitchen staff to the CEO are welcoming and make a sincere effort to help. Part of what makes H3 unique is also the commitment to provide continued support through email and phone calls. I did a lot of research before choosing to come to H3 and my every expectation was exceeded. H3 was the key to my healthy change of life that I am planning." - Kathy L, Canada
Program Staff
Jessica Lynn, B.S., ACSM Health Fitness Specialist® - Director of Program Development
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Jessica is the Hilton Head Health Director of Program Development. With a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the Honors College of Ball State University, Jessica is a certified Health Fitness Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine and is also certified in Mat and Reformer Pilates, as well as a Functional Training Specialist.
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Bob Wright, M.A.T. - Director of Education
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Bob is the Director of Education. His goal is to provide Guests with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions on personal health habits. His expertise includes nutrition, weight loss management and disease prevention. Bob has been educating Guests at Hilton Head Health weight loss spa for 30 years and holds a Master's degree in Health Education from the University of South Carolina.
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Lisette Volz, MSW, LMSW - Director of Behavioral Health
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A Lowcountry native, Lisette earned her degrees in Psychology and Social Work from the University of South Carolina while also receiving training in Mind/Body medicine from Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute. In addition to individual and group counseling, her diverse experiences in business travel, management and privately owned businesses not only gives Lisette a professional background that relates to many, but also a personal one. Her life experiences, educational background and clinical training in mind/body medicine and stress reduction counseling all add to her multi-directional approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle.
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Adam Martin, B.S., ACSM Health Fitness Specialist® - Director of Fitness
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Adam is the Hilton Head Health Director of Fitness, responsible for Lifetime Fitness and the Internship Program. Adam provides education, weight and health assessment and programming, as well as individualized fitness training. Adam graduated with a B.S. degree from the University of Florida in Exercise Physiology/Biomechanics and is certified through the American College of Sports Medicine as a Health Fitness Specialist.
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Amber Shadwick, B.A., M.S. - Fitness Specialist
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Amber is a Fitness Specialist at Hilton Head Health. Amber is responsible for facilitating fitness lectures, as well as leading group fitness classes and personal training sessions. Amber graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science and a Master’s degree in Health Promotion. She is a certified Group Exercise Instructor through the AFAA and a Registered Yoga Teacher (200 RYT) through Yoga Alliance.
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Jeff Ford, B.S., ACSM Certified Personal Trainer® - Fitness Specialist & Wellness Coach
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Jeff is Hilton Head Health's Fitness Specialist and H3@Home Coach Manager. He is responsible for facilitating Health Habit Review sessions, personal training sessions, fitness classes and lectures, as well as managing our H3@Home program. Jeff graduated from Clemson University with a B.S. degree in Marketing and a minor in Health Sciences. He is a Certified Personal Trainer, and Health and Wellness Coach through ACSM.
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Amy Kelderhouse, B.S., M.P.H., ACSM Health Fitness Specialist® - Wellness Coach
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Amy is a Wellness Coach for Hilton Head Health, responsible for individual wellness coaching sessions with the H3@Home program. In addition, Amy also leads group fitness classes and personal training sessions. Amy graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion and obtained her Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Georgia. Amy is a Certified Health Fitness Specialist and Health and Wellness Coach through ACSM, as well as a Certified Health Education Specialist.
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Culinary
Chef Jen Welper - Executive Chef
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Executive Chef, Jen Welper, has a culinary nutrition degree from Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island. Her past experiences include H3 Sous Chef, Dietary Manager at a long-term care and rehabilitation center and Banquet Chef at the Renaissance Marriot Hotel and Convention Center in Illinois. Chef Jen works on adding new flavors to the menu, as well as provides cooking demonstrations, nutrition education classes and one-on-one Chef Consultations and cooking lessons.
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Chef Karla Williams - Sous Chef
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Chef Karla is Hilton Head Health's Sous Chef. A graduate from The Chef's Academy in Indianapolis, Karla's past experience includes Culinary Intern here at H3, as well as Sous Chef at Kona Grill in Carmel, Indiana. In addition to her love for nutrition and healthy cooking, Karla enjoys teaching part-time fitness classes. Her passion for living a well-balanced healthy lifestyle is apparent in her cooking demonstrations.
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Chef Marvis Hinson - Chef Educator
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Chef Marvis is Hilton Head Health's Chef Educator and is a Certified Educator from the American Culinary Federation, Inc. As Program Director for the Culinary Institute of Savannah Technical College for more than 25 years, she provides an excellent experience of food selection and handling skills, practical menu suggestions and cooking techniques for new and 'seasoned' home chefs alike. Chef Marvis has won numerous awards in the areas of service, education and culinary competitions through local, regional and national organizations.
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Chef Anuschka Schurr - Chef de Cuisine
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Chef de Cuisine, Anuschka Schurr, has a culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and a bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University in Restaurant & Resort Management with a minor in German. Her diverse experience in the hospitality and food service industry over the past 20 years has prepared her for the challenge of creating healthful and delicious food while catering to guests’ individual dietary needs.
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Administration
Robert Moore - President & CEO
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Robert is the President & CEO of Hilton Head Health. With over thirty years of management experience in hotels, as well as travel and hospitality companies, Robert brings extensive experience in superior guest services to H3. As a CPA/MBA, he understands the financial side of the business as well, creating significant improvements to the facilities and program offerings.
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Ben Brown - Vice President of Facilities & Development
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Formerly the senior planner for the town of Hilton Head, Ben acts as the Vice President of Facilities & Development, the primary representative on our construction projects. He provides leadership and acts on behalf of the company with architects, engineers and contractors to ensure a timely, cost effective completion of our projects. He also oversees the housekeeping and maintenance staffs to ensure a clean and well-maintained campus.
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Kelly Hillyer - Marketing Manager
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Kelly is a graduate of the College of Charleston with degrees in Corporate and Organizational Communication and Hospitality and Tourism Management. Kelly initially joined H3 as a Guest Services Intern in 2007. She later joined full-time in 2008 as Marketing Specialist and since has been promoted to Marketing Manager, where she oversees key marketing campaigns and opportunities, as well as works with the Sales Team.
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Allison Adams - Guest Services Front Desk Manager
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Allison is Hilton Head Health's Guest Services Front Desk Manager. Allison graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality and Tourism Management. She oversees all Front Desk responsibilities and activities, as well as coordinates Guest housing. Allison joined the H3 Team in June 2008.
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Dot Young - Program Administration
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Dot is the Program Administrative Assistant. She plays a vital role in the day-to-day operations in Program Services. Dot is responsible for distributing the daily and weekly schedules, managing the Health Specialists’ schedules, and assisting Guests with program appointments (ranging from Metabolic Assessments to Personal Trainings to Private Consults). Dot has been a part of the Hilton Head Health family for over 15 years. She holds a B.S. degree in Office Administration and Management from South Carolina State University.
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John Schmitz, M.H.S.A. - Owner
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John is the Owner of Hilton Head Health and has provided leadership for the organization’s development as a serious weight loss destination. He has also been successful in his personal efforts with weight loss and lifestyle modification and serves as an inspiration to many guests. John has held various national and international positions with private and publicly traded healthcare companies and holds a Master’s of Health Service Administration from Arizona State University.
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Guest Facilitators
Johanna Smith-Ellis, M.Ed, C.A.S. -
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Johanna Smith-Ellis is a Certified School Psychologist and Counselor in private practice and has taught a wide range of psychology courses at the college level for 15 years. Johanna has practiced in a variety of settings including schools, mental health facilities, residential treatment programs and outpatient addiction services. Her special interests include depression and anxiety, alcoholism, and both attention and eating disorders.
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Linda S. Hopkins -
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Linda S. Hopkins is a certified life coach through The Change Place, as well as a certified weight-loss coach through Coach Training Alliance. Linda holds a bachelor's degree in education from Georgia Southern University. Today, in addition to Wellness Coaching at H3, Linda is the founder and owner of Lifescapes Coaching, LLC, a life coaching program focusing on weight loss, fitness, body image and self-esteem.
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Annell St. Charles, PhD, RD, LDN -
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With a bachelor’s degree in Human Behavior from Vanderbilt University and a Master’s and Doctorate in Nutrition Science from the University of Tennessee, Annell’s educational background establishes an excellent foundation for her as a Nutritionist and Registered Dietician. Her clinical, educational, research and administrative experience over the past 30 years is evident through her presence as a speaker and a nutritional coach. Annell is available for Individual Nutritional Consultations.
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Don Burroughs, MA, LAPC -
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Don Burroughs leads Mindfulness groups in various settings - business, wellness forums, mental health, social and marital. With a Master's degree in Professional Counseling and experience in both Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Don has helped individuals, groups and organizations go from surviving to thriving for more than 20 years. Don provides Individual and Group Mindfulness Coaching.
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