Director of Business Development

• Nov 2022 - Present

For 30 years, International Water-Guard (IWG) has been helping business and commercial aircraft manufacturers improve the quality of on-board water systems, protecting both passengers and crew from the risk of waterborne illnesses. Operating from our headquarters near Vancouver, British Columbia, our team of aviation water professionals develops innovative solutions to the issues surrounding on-board water supply. We are the world’s leading provider of flight-certified potable water treatment units, on-demand water heaters, aircraft water pumps, a compact water module, and innovative potable water components. Today, hundreds of corporate, VIP, and military transport operators have chosen an IWG solution to their on-board water needs. More than 4000 of IWG’s units have been factory-installed or retrofitted to aircraft worldwide. OUR COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SERVICE At IWG, customer service is our #1 priority. This commitment informs all aspects of our day-to-day operations, as our goal is to exceed your expectations at every step. To this end, the IWG customer service team ensures to answer questions, process requests, and ship products in a timely and professional manner. This dedication to service extends to our highly qualified and experienced engineers, who work to design and manufacture innovative products with precision accuracy. Through our customer service commitment, IWG has developed close working relationships with the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers and completion centres. Show less

Key Account Manager, Specialty Sales

• Nov 2020 - Jul 2022

I have transitioned to a new role looking after the following portfolio.ConsolidatorsTour OperatorsCruise LinesWorking with APG our General sales agent for POS Europe

Commercial Manager Agency Sales

• Jul 2019 - Nov 2020

A new challenge for me. I am now working with the group, convention and Incentive travel markets for the company. I will be working on the product and making it more competitive. This focus is mainly North America however working with areas of opportunity around the globe. This market has been relatively untapped so I have a great deal of opportunity to grow the business. Exciting times.

Commercial Manager

• Jul 2019 - Nov 2020

Manager, Business Development

• Nov 2011 - Nov 2020

Business Development for the Groups sectors for WestJet has been my focus. The areas I am focused on are, Group travel for all markets. This includes Business Events, Association, Convention, Incentive, Tours and Sports. I connect with our Travel agency partners as well as working directly with customers. I also work with our Airlines partners in the Asia Pacific region to help develop our point of sale Asia and Delta Airlines in the group space.

Regional Manager Corporate Sales

• Feb 2006 - Nov 2011

Responsible for Business development and working with accounts over $500,000.00. Duties include:-Negotiating contracts-Presentations to existing and new accounts as well as special events-Analyzing financials to ensure the cost guides are met-Attend industry events both Canada and US.-Complete reports in CRM

Regional Manager Corporate Sales

• Feb 2006 - Nov 2011

Advisory Council Member

• Dec 2018 - Mar 2020

In my role I am working with the Business Events Canada team to provide feed back and direction from my point of view with WestJet and as my roles with Meetings Mean Business Canada and Tourism Industry Association of Canada. They have a great team at BEC and look forward to working with them to help grow Business Events Tourism into Canada. In my role I am working with the Business Events Canada team to provide feed back and direction from my point of view with WestJet and as my roles with Meetings Mean Business Canada and Tourism Industry Association of Canada. They have a great team at BEC and look forward to working with them to help grow Business Events Tourism into Canada.

Board Of Directors

• Nov 2018 - Mar 2020

Very Proud to be voted on to the board of Directors for TIAC. I am looking forward to working with the many industry professionals to advance the Tourism Sector in Canada. Very Proud to be voted on to the board of Directors for TIAC. I am looking forward to working with the many industry professionals to advance the Tourism Sector in Canada.

Secretary/Treasurer Executive team

• Jan 2016 - Nov 2019

Meetings Mean Business Canada is a Coalition representing the Business Meetings Industry. We are a united voice representing all companies that support and are active in the meetings industry. We are providing: Advocacy Data/Economic impact studies Funding to support the industry Education Meetings are not just about the economics of meetings, we leave a legacy of knowledge transfer, and Community charitable contributions. Meetings contribute 32 BILLION in Canada's GDP. It is not all about how much money is generated. The real legacy is the stories made and the lives that we impact. Show less

Board Of Directors

• Mar 2017 - Mar 2019

Completed my Board term. Completed my Board term.

Board Member

• Apr 2016 - Apr 2018

I want to Thank Jennifer Beatty and Trevor Lui for their leadership on the MPI Foundation Canada Board. Best wishes to the Board in continuing their mandate. I want to Thank Jennifer Beatty and Trevor Lui for their leadership on the MPI Foundation Canada Board. Best wishes to the Board in continuing their mandate.

National Sales Manager Alberta

• Jun 1996 - Feb 2006

Business development Managing existing accounts Contracting Corporate companies for 34 hotels across Canada Coach Corporate Sales managers in Alberta Lead Corporate team in Negotiations during Request for Proposal's Attend Tradeshows Assist in forecasting Develop loyalty program for all non branded hotels Business development Managing existing accounts Contracting Corporate companies for 34 hotels across Canada Coach Corporate Sales managers in Alberta Lead Corporate team in Negotiations during Request for Proposal's Attend Tradeshows Assist in forecasting Develop loyalty program for all non branded hotels