Jarivette Velez Cuadrado

Jarivette is originally from Puerto Rico and moved to the U.S. in 2006, settling in Woodbridge in 2017. She’s a seasoned civil engineer with nearly 20 years of experience serving federal, military (U.S. and Middle East), state, county, and city clients. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a Master’s in Civil Engineering with a focus in Transportation, and a Master’s in Engineering Management. Jarivette is a licensed Professional Engineer in seven states and was honored with the “Outstanding Service to the Engineering Profession Award” by the Florida Engineering Society, Myakka Chapter in 2012. Currently, she serves as a Department Manager at an international firm and is passionate about encouraging her team to embrace fitness and nutrition as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Her athletic roots trace back to her school days in Puerto Rico, where she played volleyball and competed in jump rope (191 jumps in a minute!). Despite her active youth, she struggled with weight for years. As an adult, she discovered CrossFit and Olympic Weightlifting - two of the many tools that helped her lose over 115 pounds and transform her lifestyle. These disciplines have not only improved her physical health but also boosted her confidence and personal growth in ways she never expected.

Jarivette lives with her long-term boyfriend and their beloved dog, Violet. Outside the gym, she enjoys puzzles, paint-by-numbers, music, rock concerts, and binge-worthy TV shows. Known for her sense of humor and love of good vibes, she’s always up for a laugh and a high-five. Be sure to say hi when you see her at the gym!

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