Experience

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  Volunteer Canada

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

  • Manager, Corporate Citizenship

    • Jul 2023 - Present

    • Manage and execute high-profile and impact-driven group volunteering initiatives for Fortune 500 companies to small businesses, ensuring seamless delivery and measurable community outcomes.• Develop and implement innovative corporate group volunteering strategies, fostering employee engagement, sustainability, and positive social impact.• Expand the reach and influence of corporate services through strategic business development, forging key partnerships to amplify CSR efforts.• Manage and steward all group volunteering corporate clients in Canada and Points of Light relationships

  • Corporate Citizenship Specialist

    • Nov 2022 - Jul 2023

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  Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities

  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Advisor, Inclusive Play Programs

    • Feb 2022 - Nov 2022
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    • Successfully supported the project management of Jumpstart's extensive portfolio of national large-scale inclusive recreation infrastructure projects, working closely with municipalities and vendor partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Key Accomplishments: Supporting the grand opening of 9 Inclusive Play Projects nationwide, overseeing the project management of 11 Inclusive Play Project builds, and contributing to the development of the Inclusive Playground Playbook.• Utilized excellent organizational and communication skills to support the manager in overseeing Jumpstart's Parasport granting streams, which involved building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, crafting professional applicant communications, managing budgets effectively, and creating impactful community stories that reflected Jumpstart's brand.

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  Social Innovation Academy

  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

  • Research Fellow

    • May 2021 - Apr 2022
    • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    • One of 50 Fellows selected in Canada to participate in a training and development program to provide hands-on financial, operational, and strategic consulting to various Canadian social ventures, non-profits, and charitable organizations

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  Wellington Square United Church

  • Burlington, Ontario, Canada

  • Operations Manager, COVID-19 Emergency Meal Bag Program

    • May 2020 - Oct 2021
    • Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    • Oversaw the distribution of 1000 weekly meal bags to vulnerable and low-income residents within the Region of Halton, ensuring that the program ran smoothly and efficiently• Led the development of innovative program ideas and created comprehensive strategic plans to ensure the success of the program• Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders and successfully raised funds to support the program, including securing grants totaling over $100,000 and helping to fundraise an additional $25,000• Coordinated a team of 150 volunteers and provided support for community outreach and client systems, all while effectively managing crisis situations and resolving conflicts• Utilized data analysis tools, such as Links2Feed software, to track the impact of the program and produce impactful reports

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  Crestview Strategy

  • Toronto, Canada Area

  • Government Relations Intern

    • Apr 2019 - Sep 2019
    • Toronto, Canada Area

    • Conducted research, and monitored committees and media in real-time to produce briefing notes and risk matrix analysis that enabled consultants and clients to take quick and decisive action• Managed stakeholder communications on client files by liaising directly with clients, government bodies, media outlets and external organizations

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  Emshih Developments Inc.

  • Burlington, Ontario

  • Policy and Partnerships Intern

    • Apr 2018 - Aug 2018
    • Burlington, Ontario

    • Managed operational partnership project development and coordination for the Beamsville “The Jacob” retirement home development ex. Niagara College• Worked alongside project managers to review, develop, and implement policies and strategies on senior living projects

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  Emshih Developments Inc.

  • Burlington, Ontario

  • Research Analyst Intern

    • Apr 2017 - Aug 2017
    • Burlington, Ontario

    • Analyzed CBRE feasibility reports determining the justification level of potential senior living opportunities with the leadership team• Researched innovative seniors housing models and conducted competitor analysis and accessibility improvements in our senior living developments

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  Direct Access Digital

  • Burlington, ON

  • Digital Marketing Intern

    • May 2016 - Aug 2016
    • Burlington, ON

    • Campaign Manager for a Pharmaceutical Client Based out of Toronto, ON• Implement digital ads into Google AdWords and Google Display Network• Project Management and task allocation for employees• Follow budgeting and designate MPA's for clients• Intensive keyword research• Make a wicked pot of coffee