Experience

Fishing Gear Coalition of Atlantic Canada (FGCAC)

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager, End-of-Life Fishing Gear Management

  • Apr 2023 - Present



Fishing Gear Coalition of Atlantic Canada (FGCAC)

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager, End-of-Life Fishing Gear Management Program

  • Sep 2021 - May 2022

  • Lead a project team that delivers combined annual budgets over $250k • Identify, develop, monitor and manage required project resources and budget • Develop and maintain the Project Management Plan (containing the Project Schedule Management Plan using a Gantt Chart, Project Cost Management Plan, the Project Communications Plan, and the Project Stakeholder Plan using a stakeholder grid and stakeholder engagement analysis matrix) • Design and manage all project agreements needed for the project, including agreement negotiations • Identify risks and perform risk analysis to minimize project impediments • Engage and report on project progress to over 100+ different stakeholder and rights holder groups Show less



Ashored Innovations

• Canada
• Fisheries
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Apr 2020 - Aug 2021

  • Lead new business development activities, engaging in pre-proposal strategy, stakeholder relations, proposal writing, and project development • Work with core project team and consult with external stakeholders (including industry, government, not-for-profits, community members, and more) to research, design and implement a province-wide end-of-life fishing gear product stewardship program for Eastern Canada • Evaluate project needs and design individual and organizational agreements for clear understanding of purpose, role, and expectations of project collaborators • Lead the creation, development and integration of human resources and occupational health and safety policies and procedures, establishing Ashored's company culture and safety standards • Support financial management and accounting activities, including strategy, banking, accounts receivable, accounts payable and process improvement Show less



Clean Foundation

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lead, Programs and Executive Administration

  • Jan 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Collaborated with team to design and improve the Clean Ocean Summit (an Atlantic Canadian forum of diverse stakeholders and rights holders committed to finding and implementing the best solutions to tackle marine waste) • Organized and delivered two successful Clean Ocean Summits, which resulted in participation of over 75 organizations and their representatives coming together to work in three-themed Working Groups (fishing gear, single-use plastics, and microplastics) committing to over 12 ambitious marine waste reduction goals • Main event coordinator for all event logistics (contracts, budgets, scheduling, etc.), reporting (funder and public reports), and communications (main liaison between Clean Foundation and the over 150 delegates and event partners) • Collaborated with partners (Coastal Action and WWF-Canada) and researcher to develop a business recognition program designed to reduce waste and eliminate single-use plastics from office environments Nova Scotia-wide • Developed and led a skilled team of electric vehicle (EV) engagement officers and volunteers in providing quality electric vehicle education and test drive experiences for the public (reaching 142% of engagement targets) • Responsible for finding, creating and booking EV education and test drive events at businesses, municipal councils, high schools and community events with the best outreach opportunities • Led the measurement and analysis of key event metrics and success indicators and actively uses these reports to evaluate event success and monitor program deliverables • Supported the development of organizational policies and procedures • Served as a member of the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee and Culture Club Show less



Association Solutions Ltd.

• Halifax, Canada Area

• Member Services Coordinator

  • Sep 2015 - Nov 2017

  • Formulated and developed a thorough strategic marketing plan for BOMA BEST (an environmental standards program) • Prepared monthly financial statements for each of the associations, including reconciliations and variance analysis reports • Performed both accounts receivable and payable functions for each association • Created annual, event-specific, and program-specific budgets and forecasts • Prepared all financial audit packages for third party review • Ensured accuracy and integrity in managing the accounting cycle for each association • Maintained detailed membership, event and program records for quick retrieval and accurate reporting • Provided event planning and promotion assistance with clients • Managed the delivery of education and environmental standards programs • Provided administrative support for the associations' Board of Directors • Wrote and edited publications for the associations (such as policies, procedures, press releases, newsletters, etc.) • Managed the associations' website content to ensure it is up to date with the latest news and event and program offerings • Provided specified member services in a timely fashion, such as technical support and payment processing Show less



Bell Aliant

• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Workload Coordinator

  • Dec 2014 - Mar 2015

  • Contacted and confirmed NextGen Home Security install appointments with customers to achieve optimal business operation capacity• Maintained the home assessment and install calendars to maximize field resources • Ensured customers had the best experience by being timely, friendly, and professional • Provided relevant feedback on processes for improvement, including consistently notifying field and call centre managers of coaching opportunities for their sales agents• Provided software support to selling agents to increase their productivity and minimize user errors Show less

• Junior Operations Manager

  • May 2014 - Dec 2014

  • Maintained customer records daily to ensure most realistic reporting for management • Scheduled 18 out of 20 “Flex Installs” to maximize technician resources, which entailed calling and convincing customers to install on the same day they are contacted • Helped implement order accuracy reporting structure to improve business forecasting, inventory management, and customer experience• Identified additional revenue opportunities to recover business losses by highlighting past due orders • Updated data management methods for more efficient and practical use Show less



Environment and Climate Change Canada

• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Water Quality Technician

  • Apr 2012 - Aug 2013

  • Collected and analyzed water samples of bivalve shellfish growing areas to monitor and protect consumers from the health risks associated with contaminated shellfish products • Worked as team leader and mentor for new students in field, lab and office settings • Handled a small watercraft in a marine near shore environment while adhering to all safety guidelines • Has consistently used certifications to maximize own and others’ safety in both land and marine environment • Gained immense knowledge about marine ecosystems, water cycles, and pollution Show less