Brendan Ruter
About Brendan Ruter
Brendan Ruter is an Associate Health Coach at Hinge Health, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in coaching, fitness, and customer service, with experience at various educational institutions and organizations.
Work at Hinge Health
Brendan Ruter has been employed at Hinge Health as an Associate Health Coach since 2021. In this remote position, he focuses on providing support and guidance to individuals seeking to improve their health and wellness. His role involves developing personalized health plans and facilitating engagement with clients to help them achieve their health goals.
Previous Experience in Customer Service
Before joining Hinge Health, Brendan Ruter worked at Delta Air Lines as a Customer Experience Specialist for five months in 2021. In this role, he contributed to enhancing customer satisfaction and addressing client inquiries, which helped him develop strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Coaching Experience
Brendan Ruter has extensive experience in coaching, having served as the Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach at MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY from 2016 to 2018. He also worked as an Assistant Cross Country/Track and Field Coach at Hamline University from 2015 to 2019 and at Rhodes College from 2019 to 2020. His coaching roles have involved training student-athletes and developing competitive programs.
Educational Background
Brendan Ruter holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Hamline University, which he completed from 2009 to 2013. He also obtained a Master of Education in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota, studying from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he pursued studies in Special Education and Teaching at the University of St. Thomas and Secondary Education and Teaching at Hamline University.
Long-Term Employment at City Running
Since 2015, Brendan Ruter has been working as a Sales Associate at City Running in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His role involves assisting customers with their purchases and providing expert advice on running gear and apparel. This position has allowed him to combine his passion for fitness with customer service.