Jadier Rivera brings a unique blend of military, athletic, and academic expertise to his role as Velocity’s inaugural Director of Human Performance. He holds a B.S. in Exercise Science from Western Kentucky University, an M.S. in Human Performance from Liberty University, and is a certified USA Weightlifting Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Most recently, Jadier served as Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach for the 101st Airborne Division, directing programs for over 700 service members, while also coaching high school athletes in Kentucky. Known for his curiosity, authenticity, resilience, and drive, Jadier stood out among 20+ candidates as the ideal leader to launch Velocity’s Human Performance Center—a patient accelerator dedicated to optimizing mental and physical health through performance science, data analytics, and holistic coaching.