Job Developer

• Apr 2023 - Present

Case Manager, Career Practitioner

• Oct 2021 - Apr 2023

TEAM Work Cooperative is celebrating its 20th year of service, supporting persons to secure and maintain employment. This means that in all of the ways that we do our work, it is done with passion and commitment to keeping our clients’ best interests at the forefront at all times.

Managing Director

• Apr 2020 - Present

Concentric works with arts organizations and nonprofits to meet and exceed their business expectations. Focusing on business development, project and program management, Concentric is committed to making a difference through stakeholder engagement, intentional partnerships, and community involvement. Peace of mind in business, piece of soul in art. Concentric works with arts organizations and nonprofits to meet and exceed their business expectations. Focusing on business development, project and program management, Concentric is committed to making a difference through stakeholder engagement, intentional partnerships, and community involvement. Peace of mind in business, piece of soul in art.

Manager Business, Workforce Integration

• Aug 2019 - Mar 2020

ISANS helps immigrants build a future in Nova Scotia, through integration services in settlement, employment, language, business, and community connections. A member of the Senior Management Team, supervised 20+ Coordinators across the Province, in 9 programs and launched 3 new programs ISANS helps immigrants build a future in Nova Scotia, through integration services in settlement, employment, language, business, and community connections. A member of the Senior Management Team, supervised 20+ Coordinators across the Province, in 9 programs and launched 3 new programs

Small Business Advisor

• Sep 2017 - Aug 2019

Scotiabank is Canada’s international bank and a leading financial services provider. Scotiabank is committed to small business, delivering relevant advice, through in-Branch Small Business Advisors. “You have really shown a high level of professionalism, you have worked with and made it your commitment to connect with the team to develop your network of peers. I am pleased to see the ownership you have taken in your development. I look forward to working with you!” Tracy MacDougal, Scotiabank, SBDM Show less

Executive Director

• Oct 2015 - Sep 2017

Cecilia Concerts presents national and international classical music in a series of concerts throughout the year. For more than a quarter-century, we have been presenting the best in classical music experiences for Halifax audiences in a welcoming atmosphere. www.ceciliaconcerts.ca Each year, Cecilia Concerts puts together a full program of local, national, and international artists who delight and amaze with their performances. For more than 25 years now, their mission has been to make classical music accessible to people in our communities. Through their community outreach program, Cecilia Concerts provides free tickets to local children, youth, and music students, allowing them to get a taste of the thrill of live performance. "Since becoming executive director, D'Arcy has reinvigorated the organization, greatly expanding its presence. I ask all members to join me in thanking D'Arcy for helping to foster a love and appreciation of music in audience members young and old. Thank you." Hon. Minister Lena Diab. "Since the arrival of D’Arcy Morris-Poultney at Cecilia Concert Series, the organization has moved quickly onto a more professional footing. This is directly attributable to the leadership and management skills he has brought to the organization.” L. Bent, Past Chair, Cecilia Concert Show less

Centre Manager

• Oct 2014 - Aug 2015

The South Shore Work Activity Program (SSWAP) is one of the six Work Activity Programs in the Province. SSWAP has a proven success record in connecting employers and potential employees. Supervising 10+ staff, 40+ participants, 3 Program sites, while meeting deliverables within budget expectations of $750K. "We would like to take this opportunity thank you for putting this program together. You gave us more than the Certificates. We met new friends, found new doors to operand helped this happen a little faster. THANK YOU from all of us! PS you can't rush a good thing - instead of 6 weeks maybe 8. The Participants of Community Journey" Show less

Business Advisor and 'Open for Business' Consultant

• Mar 2013 - Sep 2014

CEED is a leader in entrepreneurship education, and development. CEED works with individuals to harness the power of entrepreneurial thinking to achieve self-reliance in their lives, families, and communities.Mentoring 20+ SEB Clients through Start Up, over 40 weeks, ensuring key deliverables are met. Contributing Advisor and Member of Self Employments Benefits (SEB) Education, Training, and Revenue Generation Teams. Leader within 3 Second Chance Programs."If you are looking for someone who can think creatively, be loyal to the mission of the organization and bring strategy to the team - D'Arcy is your man. Using analogies and visuals that clarify the discussion you can count on D'Arcy to make you think and keep the team on point. He leads by example and works to include everyone in the planning. Although he prefers a solid plan his background in theatre has taught him to respond to change quickly to keep the play on track. A great sense of humour rounds out a strong executive who is prepared to do what it takes to reach the organizational goals." Kathy Murphy President and CEO, CEED (Past) Show less

Director of Operations

• Jan 2012 - Feb 2013

Oversight of IT, Space, Equipment and Services. Management Team, Loans Review Committee Member, Client Service Team, Social Enterprise Strategic Initiative Team.

Business Development Officer

• Aug 2011 - Jan 2012

Marketing, Communications, and Development. Researcher and consultant, formulating policies, supervising programs, stimulating business initiatives, and fostering growth through our clients. Management Team. Social Enterprise development. Alternative Funding Model designs.

Researcher/Writer, contract

• 2011 - 2011

Commissioned by the Minister of Labour and Workforce Development, as part of an ongoing examination of the not-for-profit sector, the report reflected the individuals, organizations and the sector in general. This project was a continuing examination of the status of the not-for-profit sector in Nova Scotia within the Canadian context (building on the initial phase, The Gardiner Pinfold Report). The role included designing a creative and effective methodology for the research project, advising external bodies on social policy, analyzing and evaluating research and interpreting data to ensure that key issues were identified. Show less

President, CEO, Producer

• 2009 - 2010

Overseeing project deliverables and successful execution of all aspects of the final designs for 100+ projects – on time and under budget Supervising all teams and creative department heads Planning and completing large events while assessing and prioritizing technical and logistical requirements of productions. Collaborating with all production staff to successfully realize shows with up to 2000 performers Presenting at the National level (National Arts Centre) and International level (Fadjr International Theatre Festival - Iran) Developing and executing business plans for sustainable several creative enterprises Featured at Sundance International Film Festival (1999, 2003) Recipient of Salter Street Digital Award for Excellence in Art Direction Recipient of Atlantic Film Festival Craft Award for Best Art Direction Show less

President, CEO, Owner

• 2003 - 2009

Commercially successful start-up retail business offering niche market products, consistently responding to client feedback, meeting annual growth targets of 6% and accumulating over $2M in sales. Overseeing budgeting, customer service, inventory control, design, marketing and sales, daily. Responsible for five staff and 300+ vendors. Regular consultation with Government, securing funding for local initiatives, as well as community engagement, through frequent participation in committee meetings. Increasing ROI by raising visibility within the community. Show less

Lecturer, Guest Artist

• 2004 - 2004

Teaching, evaluating, and mentoring 40+ students through curricular expectations and academic requirements. Balancing the execution and quality of production design while ensuring student learning and fostering creative exploration. Subject matter expert invited to return to alma mater, repeatedly. Productions include: The Duchess of Malfi, Macbeth, Oliver Twist, The Crucible, Twelfth Night, Our Town. Teaching, evaluating, and mentoring 40+ students through curricular expectations and academic requirements. Balancing the execution and quality of production design while ensuring student learning and fostering creative exploration. Subject matter expert invited to return to alma mater, repeatedly. Productions include: The Duchess of Malfi, Macbeth, Oliver Twist, The Crucible, Twelfth Night, Our Town.

Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Instructor

• 2003 - 2003

Supervised and managed four direct reports and more than 40 students through an intensive two-year diploma program with outstanding results. Responsible for departmental budget ($100K), curriculum development, design, student assessment, and employment preparedness. Achieved the highest student evaluation scores for the Theatre Department. Finalized the completion and execution of designs for 20 productions. Achieved a 94% placement rate with graduates being employed within their field. Encouraged students from varied backgrounds, ages, and motivations toward common objectives. Secured funding to pursue specialized research. Productions include: Trolius and Cressida, On the Razzle, Roberto Zucco, Three Penny Opera, All in the Timing, Reckless, Playboy of the Western World, Marat Sade, Our Town, Noises Off, Café Durang, Lily Alta., Electra, Vinegar Tom, 7 Stories, Peer Gynt, Museum, The Rimers of Eldritch, The House of Bernarda Alba, Alice in Wonderland. Show less