Cam Paulson
6771 N Jean Ave. Chicago
Summary
I'm an elite strength coach who will positively impact any organization or athletic program. After nearly a decade of running a business, I'm ready to return to my roots: collegiate/professional athletic strength and conditioning. I have a strong pedigree with experience in two national powerhouse football programs. I'm a proven culture builder with a client list of highly motivated and successful people. I'm a successful entrepreneur, who brings genuine energy and excitement ("juice") to the weight room. Most of all, as Crain's Chicago Business put it, I connect with people by "demonstrating a genuine interest in their lives and well-being."
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder
STRIVE VILLAGE
01.2017 - Current
- Founded a successful private strength and conditioning business, which expanded to four locations. In 2024, the business was acquired by private equity group.
- Implemented a legendary culture emphasizing the importance of hard work, integrity, energy, and enthusiasm.
- Attracted a client list that includes some of the most successful people in business, politics, sports, entertainment, and media in Chicago.
- Designed strength training programs for people who value hard and efficient workouts using fundamentals from collegiate programming.
President
It Takes a Village, Chicago Inc.
01.2017 - Current
- Founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds and building elite weight rooms for Chicago Public Schools and juvenile prisons. The mission is building toughness, character, self worth through hard work in a weight room.
- Built 11 weight rooms.
- Raised more than $1 million.
Coach
University of Hartford Athletics
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Oversaw strength training for five teams (baseball, lacrosse, tennis, softball, men’s basketball).
- Designed, implemented and executed sport-specific speed and strength programs.
Assistant Strength Coach
University of Toledo Football
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assisted in implementing speed and strength programs along with head strength coach.
Intern
Ohio State University Football
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Aided head strength coach in all aspects of development and training of National Champion and Big Ten champion football team.
Intern
University of Florida Football
01.2012 - 2012
- Aided head strength coach and staff in implementing summer training program for the team, while I was an undergraduate student.
Education
Master of Arts - liberal studies
University of Toledo
05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Excercise Science
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
05-2011
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Culture and values
- Communication and clarity
- Energy and enthusiasm
- Teaching and learning
Certification
NSCA
CSCS
CPR
AED
FIRST AID
Timeline
Founder
STRIVE VILLAGE
01.2017 - Current
President
It Takes a Village, Chicago Inc.
01.2017 - Current
Coach
University of Hartford Athletics
01.2015 - 01.2016
Intern
Ohio State University Football
01.2014 - 01.2015
Intern
University of Florida Football
01.2012 - 2012
Assistant Strength Coach
University of Toledo Football
01.2011 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - liberal studies
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Excercise Science
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay