In 2005, Charlee began a career as a personal trainer where she worked at 24 Hour Fitness, Fitness Together and had private clients of her own. In 2007, Charlee pursued a career in law enforcement and began working as a Police Agent for the city of Lakewood. While at the Lakewood Police Department, Charlee became an Arrest Control Instructor, a Fitness Assessor and helped develop the first POST certified grappling manual, which she taught to other agencies.
In addition, Minkin has numerous personal training certifications including: AFAA PT Certification, Cross Fit Level I Certification, A.T.S.C.I. Kettlebell Instructor Certification as well as, CPR and First Aid certified. She is also an Olympian and Bjj Black belt.