The SHINE Team

Ready to serve!

We don’t just bring the energy—we bring the expertise.

All of our trainers are NASM-certified and CPR/AED prepared,

so you can train with confidence.

Nicole DeWard - Founder, CEO & Master Trainer

Nicole is the heart behind SHINE health & wellness. With decades of experience in fitness, functional nutrition, and leadership, she’s passionate about helping people live with strength, purpose, and joy. Whether she’s training in the gym, guiding a mindset reset, or praying over a client, Nicole meets people right where they are—

and helps them move forward with power and grace.

Vicki Pope - Adaptive & Functional Wellness Trainer

With a heart for people and a passion for movement, Vicki brings energy and experience to every session. Her workouts are equal parts fun and focused, helping clients build confidence, strength, and consistency—no matter their starting point. She has a special gift with people especially those that are neurodiverse!

Justin Vantreese - Strength & Performance Trainer

Justin’s approach to training blends functional movement, injury prevention, and strength-based performance. Whether coaching one-on-one or leading a group of sparklers, he brings clarity, accountability, and a commitment to helping clients reach their full potential.

Katie Novak- Adaptive & Holistic Wellness Trainer

Katie brings over 20 years of experience in education, coaching, and inclusive programming, including 11 years leading curriculum for a vocational nonprofit serving adults with disabilities.
Certified through Special Strong and NASM, she is passionate about adaptive fitness and helping individuals build strength and confidence.
Katie believes in creating connection, capability, and belonging through movement.

Peg Bullock - Administrative Assistant

Peg Bullock brings clarity and consistency to SHINE with her strong attention to detail and natural talent for numbers. As our go-to resource for memberships and payments, she ensures everything runs smoothly and that members always have someone they can trust to help.