Karissa Pley

Human Resources Generalist at VertiGIS
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(386) 825-5501
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Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, CA
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Kelly Baker

It was wonderful to have Karissa join our marketing team while she completed her 4 month coop education/work experience. During this time, Karissa demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with her excellent organizational and time management skills. Karissa possesses great communication skills. She is creative and self-motivated, always willing to go above and beyond. I miss her energy and sense of humour. Karissa was a valued team member of our team and would be an asset to any company.

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Karissa and I worked together as Client Engagement Analysts in early 2019. Karissa is hardworking, full of fresh ideas, and works great with others in a public setting. I had the pleasure of collaborating with Karissa on a number of projects revolving around marketing and communication, where she would always go the extra mile to ensure the quality of work that was being produced. Having Karissa in the office was always very uplifting due to the positive energy she would bring each day. With that said, Karissa will be an invaluable asset to any team she joins in the future.

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Experience

    • Software Development
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Human Resources Generalist
      • Oct 2021 - Present

    • Inside Sales Representative
      • Mar 2020 - Oct 2021

      VertiGIS® is a leading GIS solution provider and software developer. Our focus is the development of software and services that help utilities, land management, public sector, energy, telecommunications, and manufacturing customers build bridges between business processes and location technology. VertiGIS is the maker of VertiGIS Studio, which is used by thousands of customers to enhance the capabilities of the applications they build with Esri’s ArcGIS® and deliver a world-class experience to… Show more VertiGIS® is a leading GIS solution provider and software developer. Our focus is the development of software and services that help utilities, land management, public sector, energy, telecommunications, and manufacturing customers build bridges between business processes and location technology. VertiGIS is the maker of VertiGIS Studio, which is used by thousands of customers to enhance the capabilities of the applications they build with Esri’s ArcGIS® and deliver a world-class experience to millions of end-users around the world. As an Inside Sales Representative, my role includes: Building and fostering positive working relationships with a diverse group of international partner vendors, customers, and prospects. Researching and qualifing prospect accounts that fit company criteria. Building strong connections with Account Managers to gain a thorough understanding of their business development needs. Providing a full range of administrative support to Account Managers including client facing communication, scheduling meetings, and preparing reports and spreadsheets using MS office.

    • Client Engagement Analyst - Co-op
      • Jan 2019 - May 2019

      Toured the province, visiting highschools, universities, and community career events, to educate community members on the employment and educational opportunities made available through the BC labour market programs. Moderated the WorkBC and WelcomeBC social media accounts to ensure client concerns were addressed in a timely manner. Determined common themes of concern faced by Job Seekers and created corresponding blogs addressing methods on how these challenges could be… Show more Toured the province, visiting highschools, universities, and community career events, to educate community members on the employment and educational opportunities made available through the BC labour market programs. Moderated the WorkBC and WelcomeBC social media accounts to ensure client concerns were addressed in a timely manner. Determined common themes of concern faced by Job Seekers and created corresponding blogs addressing methods on how these challenges could be alleviated. Created an actionable communications strategy, through conducting online research and interviews, regarding how the Ministry could increase their efforts in communicating labour market information to rural Indigenous communities. Attended social committee meetings and volunteered at events aimed at improving workplace culture and employee well-being. Show less Toured the province, visiting highschools, universities, and community career events, to educate community members on the employment and educational opportunities made available through the BC labour market programs. Moderated the WorkBC and WelcomeBC social media accounts to ensure client concerns were addressed in a timely manner. Determined common themes of concern faced by Job Seekers and created corresponding blogs addressing methods on how these challenges could be… Show more Toured the province, visiting highschools, universities, and community career events, to educate community members on the employment and educational opportunities made available through the BC labour market programs. Moderated the WorkBC and WelcomeBC social media accounts to ensure client concerns were addressed in a timely manner. Determined common themes of concern faced by Job Seekers and created corresponding blogs addressing methods on how these challenges could be alleviated. Created an actionable communications strategy, through conducting online research and interviews, regarding how the Ministry could increase their efforts in communicating labour market information to rural Indigenous communities. Attended social committee meetings and volunteered at events aimed at improving workplace culture and employee well-being. Show less

    • Canada
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Academic Competitor - Operations Management
      • Sep 2018 - Jan 2019

      Worked alongside two teammates in a high-pressure environment to perform a company analysis and solve any operational issues found. Presented analysis findings, recommendations, and implementation plans to a panel of judges, including the company CEO. Worked alongside two teammates in a high-pressure environment to perform a company analysis and solve any operational issues found. Presented analysis findings, recommendations, and implementation plans to a panel of judges, including the company CEO.

    • Canada
    • Wholesale Building Materials
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Human Resources Coordinator Co-op
      • May 2018 - Aug 2018

      Built strong connections with department managers to gain a deep understanding of their team requirements. Improved the employee on-boarding and off-boarding process through creating enticing job-descriptions, structured behavioral interview questions, and establishing employee exit-interview processes. Prepared orientation packages and conducted employee orientations to ensure all employees had the neceassary resources to be successful. Assisted in the screening… Show more Built strong connections with department managers to gain a deep understanding of their team requirements. Improved the employee on-boarding and off-boarding process through creating enticing job-descriptions, structured behavioral interview questions, and establishing employee exit-interview processes. Prepared orientation packages and conducted employee orientations to ensure all employees had the neceassary resources to be successful. Assisted in the screening, selection, and interviewing of job applicants and ensured successful applicants possessed the necessary skills and attitude to contribute to company culture. Utilized Microsoft Office to create multiple professional documents, including the company handbook and standard operating procedures. Show less Built strong connections with department managers to gain a deep understanding of their team requirements. Improved the employee on-boarding and off-boarding process through creating enticing job-descriptions, structured behavioral interview questions, and establishing employee exit-interview processes. Prepared orientation packages and conducted employee orientations to ensure all employees had the neceassary resources to be successful. Assisted in the screening… Show more Built strong connections with department managers to gain a deep understanding of their team requirements. Improved the employee on-boarding and off-boarding process through creating enticing job-descriptions, structured behavioral interview questions, and establishing employee exit-interview processes. Prepared orientation packages and conducted employee orientations to ensure all employees had the neceassary resources to be successful. Assisted in the screening, selection, and interviewing of job applicants and ensured successful applicants possessed the necessary skills and attitude to contribute to company culture. Utilized Microsoft Office to create multiple professional documents, including the company handbook and standard operating procedures. Show less

    • Canada
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Co-Captain of Team Gustavson
      • Apr 2017 - Jan 2018

      Recruited 50 top-performing business students, through providing lecture presentations and creating promotional materials, to compete at the JDC West business competition in Calgary, Alberta. Interviewed, selected, and placed students in teams based on their strengths and skill sets. Planned, organized, and executed several events to commit volunteer hours and raise money for local charities. Collaborated with an executive team to establish roles and responsibilities and… Show more Recruited 50 top-performing business students, through providing lecture presentations and creating promotional materials, to compete at the JDC West business competition in Calgary, Alberta. Interviewed, selected, and placed students in teams based on their strengths and skill sets. Planned, organized, and executed several events to commit volunteer hours and raise money for local charities. Collaborated with an executive team to establish roles and responsibilities and ensure that set KPI's were met. Show less Recruited 50 top-performing business students, through providing lecture presentations and creating promotional materials, to compete at the JDC West business competition in Calgary, Alberta. Interviewed, selected, and placed students in teams based on their strengths and skill sets. Planned, organized, and executed several events to commit volunteer hours and raise money for local charities. Collaborated with an executive team to establish roles and responsibilities and… Show more Recruited 50 top-performing business students, through providing lecture presentations and creating promotional materials, to compete at the JDC West business competition in Calgary, Alberta. Interviewed, selected, and placed students in teams based on their strengths and skill sets. Planned, organized, and executed several events to commit volunteer hours and raise money for local charities. Collaborated with an executive team to establish roles and responsibilities and ensure that set KPI's were met. Show less

  • CVS Tours
    • Victoria, B.C.
    • Sales Agent/Marketing Agent Co-op
      • May 2017 - Sep 2017

      Analyzed market trends and formulated several recommendations to effectively advertise tours to selected target demographics. Promoted and sold tours using concrete arguments to existing and prospective customers. Utilized reservations and management software systems to complete customer bookings. Analyzed market trends and formulated several recommendations to effectively advertise tours to selected target demographics. Promoted and sold tours using concrete arguments to existing and prospective customers. Utilized reservations and management software systems to complete customer bookings.

    • Canada
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Second Year Representative
      • Sep 2016 - May 2017

      Distributed online surveys and analyzed the responses to help plan, coordinate, and host academic and social events for over 300 commerce students. Organized and lead bi-weekly meetings regarding upcoming events held by the Commerce Students' Society. Distributed online surveys and analyzed the responses to help plan, coordinate, and host academic and social events for over 300 commerce students. Organized and lead bi-weekly meetings regarding upcoming events held by the Commerce Students' Society.

    • Historical Interpreter
      • May 2016 - Sep 2016

      Made arrangements for catering, transportation, and excursions using online and face-to-face communications to meet guest needs. Gave guided tours to groups of over 80, communicating historical facts and anecdotes to enhance guest experience. Made arrangements for catering, transportation, and excursions using online and face-to-face communications to meet guest needs. Gave guided tours to groups of over 80, communicating historical facts and anecdotes to enhance guest experience.

    • United States
    • Food and Beverage Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Hostess and Delivery Driver
      • Apr 2016 - Aug 2016

      Assisted wait staff through greeting and seating customers, taking reservations, and fulfilling drink orders. Reviewed orders, accepted payments, and completed deliveries in a timely manner to exceed customer expectations. Assisted wait staff through greeting and seating customers, taking reservations, and fulfilling drink orders. Reviewed orders, accepted payments, and completed deliveries in a timely manner to exceed customer expectations.

    • Program Assistant
      • Sep 2014 - Feb 2016

      Determined guest needs and interests to gain the information needed to adjust programs accordingly. Organized and supervised physical activities, particularly for youth, that promoted a healthy lifestyle. Determined guest needs and interests to gain the information needed to adjust programs accordingly. Organized and supervised physical activities, particularly for youth, that promoted a healthy lifestyle.

Education

  • University of Victoria
    Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Business/Commerce, General
    2015 - 2019
  • Maastricht University
    Bachelor of Commerce - BCom
    2018 - 2018

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