Today we’d like to introduce you to Kondi Walters-Smith.
Hi Kondi, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstories with our readers.
Based in Columbia MD, Proactive Wellness NP is a weight loss, skin care and holistic health MediSpa. Our goal is to assist clients to find weight loss solutions while focusing on their mental hygiene, which will help build self-esteem and confidence. Our mantra is that we ‘We Journey One Patient At A Time’. Therefore, there is no one solution fits all when we care for our patients and clients who are looking to BECOME the BEST version of themselves.
I got started by seeing the effects obesity has had on some of my family members’ self-esteem. My quest to minimize the stereotype that people are overweight because they eat too much was what led to the name of the company ‘Proactive Wellness’. We are collaboratively working together to break generational mindsets around health and wellness. I developed a better understanding of the disease of obesity, and how food, even when eaten poorly, is not the only cause of weight gain, it’s also a person’s mental hygiene, such as oxidative stress, inflammation, and sleep deprivation.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The road of owning your own business I learned, and still learning will never be smooth, “it’s like the jagged rocks down by the river to the best water you would ever swim. First, you just need to feel the pain to get to it.” Having the vision to start a business was a big dream as I was determined to show my children that if they can conceive and believe, they will surely ACHIEVE. I do not take all the credit because GOD has allowed me to go through certain situations to learn how to be a more RESILIENT business owner.
The marketing of a business to make it sustainable is the area Proactive Wellness NP has seen the most struggles with, how to market, who to market to, where to market, and the large budget it takes to market, which makes it so overwhelming. Needless to say, I am still on the rocks, and one day I will reach my beautiful river. Digital Marketing is the way of the future to bridge the gap between providers and consumers and I believe your publication will help me accomplish this goal. To this end I say ‘Thank You!’.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I am Kondi Walter-Smith the founder of Proactive Wellness NP and I absolutely love what I do! I have been a Nurse Practitioner for 7 years, always maintaining a patient-centered approach to treating my patients. My experience as a Registered Nurse for over 15 years working with patients with chronic disease most often stemming from the disease of obesity sparked my passion and mission to specialize in weight loss management and cosmetic nursing. When you look GOOD and feel GREAT within the boundaries of your skin, nothing can block your LIGHT.
I am known for assisting clients to identify good mental hygiene, and stressors, and building confidence inside and out. My specialized services around skin care and obtaining that ‘BANGING BODY’ are signature for my practice. I have served my patients who never thought it were possible to look the way they do. It all starts with the MINDSET and being a certified coach as well helps me to connect on different levels.
I am most proud of my patient’s appreciation, and receiving the National Black Business Start Up Business Award from the Howard County Executive’s Office.
I am consistent, nonjudgmental, and transparent in communicating with my patients. In my practice, if something does not work, I would tell my patient this is not working and if a referral is needed I would collaborate with other providers or disciplines to make sure my patients are getting the best care.
Any big plans?
I am excited to grow, I am excited to hire and collaborate with other service providers. I am looking forward to moving into a wellness beauty spa in the new year.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.proactivewellnessnp.com
- Instagram: @npproactivewellness
- Facebook: @proactivewellnessnp
- Twitter: @proactivewellnessnp
Image Credits
CynoSure TempSure and Niya Parham photography
