Colleen Villano
About Colleen Villano
Colleen Villano serves as the Health & Wellness Director at the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA in Branford, Connecticut, a position she has held since 2020. With a diverse background in health and fitness, she previously worked at the Wallingford Family YMCA for over a decade in various roles, including Group Fitness Instructor and LiveSTRONG Cancer Personal Trainer.
Work at Central Connecticut Coast YMCA
Colleen Villano has served as the Health & Wellness Director at Central Connecticut Coast YMCA since 2020. In this role, she oversees health and wellness programs, focusing on community engagement and promoting healthy lifestyles. Her position is based in Branford, Connecticut, where she has contributed to the organization's mission of fostering a healthy community.
Previous Experience at Wallingford Family YMCA
Before joining Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, Colleen Villano worked at Wallingford Family YMCA for four years as the Health and Wellness Director from 2016 to 2020. Her responsibilities included managing health programs and initiatives aimed at improving community health. Additionally, she served as a Group Fitness Instructor and LiveSTRONG Cancer Personal Trainer from 2009 to 2020, providing fitness guidance and support to various groups.
Background in Pharmaceuticals
Colleen Villano has a background in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked as an Executive Assistant at Bayer Pharmaceuticals from 1993 to 2001. This role provided her with administrative experience and skills that she later applied in her health and wellness career.
Education and Expertise
Colleen Villano earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration and Management from Quinnipiac University - School of Business, completing her studies from 1988 to 1993. Her educational background supports her roles in health and wellness management, combining business acumen with a passion for community health.