Experience

Volleyball BC

• Canada
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vancouver Island Regional Manager

  • Jan 2022 - Present

  ~ Main point person for Volleyball BC on Vancouver Island with very regular communication with members, clubs, stakeholders, and facilities; ~ Identifying opportunities and developing partnerships for volleyball programming and services based on community need across Vancouver Island; ~ Support, liaison, and assistance for local volleyball clubs and organisations; ~ Updating online schedules and management of event registration system for all Vancouver Island events; ~ Event management, execution, and on-site coordination and program delivery as required throughout the year for club and beach events, community programs, Team BC camps, and VBC clinics; ~ Management of all Island High Performance programs and Team BC tryouts; ~ Position coordinates with Volleyball BC’s Regional Managers, Manager of Volleyball Operations, Technical Director, Director of Volleyball Operations, Office Manager, and Adult Programs Manager; ~ Annual budget tracking, management and reporting; ~ Hiring, management, and evaluation of part-time and seasonal event staff and coaches; ~ Manages 5 - 7 temporary contract staff at large-scale volleyball events (5+ satellite sites and 50+ teams); ~ Responsible for the storage, maintenance, and inventory tracking of valuable program equipment and supplies; ~ Updates and manages all event draws and schedules for Vancouver Island region Show less



Connected Thought

• United Kingdom
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal Consultant

  • Apr 2011 - Present

  Responsible for creating digital and social strategies that enable clients to create and maintain engaging user experiences. David is a champion of social media tools and technologies, with a track record of creating and implementing successful campaigns. He has successfully delivered digital marketing strategies in non-profit, consumer and business-to-business markets, developing programs across a range of categories including sport, entertainment, non-profit, food & beverage, retail, health care IT & mining. A consumate professional with a friendly way of getting the job done, on time and exceeding expectations. Also well versed in event management, communications, business development and fundraising; he’s as comfortable writing a press release, hammering out a grant proposal, overseeing a movie premiere or fundraiser, as he is coordinating World Championships or just sitting down one to one working out the needs of a social media campaign. Show less



Canadian Outback Adventures & Events

• Canada

• Marketing Communications Copywriter

  • Jul 2014 - Sep 2014

  ~ Research, write, and edit clear and concise marketing copy for online, print and email. ~ Ensure consistent application of brand tone of voice across all mediums and brands. ~ Write content that is search engine optimized for the web using keywords and phrases. ~ Develop a strong understanding of our customers, products, and organization. ~ Stay current with industry best practices and implement strategies to increase inquiries. ~ Develop guidelines to ensure consistency across all marketing communications. Show less



American Outback Adventures & Events

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing Communications Copywriter

  • Jul 2014 - Sep 2014

  ~ Research, write, and edit clear and concise marketing copy for online, print and email. ~ Ensure consistent application of brand tone of voice across all mediums and brands. ~ Write content that is search engine optimized for the web using keywords and phrases. ~ Develop a strong understanding of our customers, products, and organization. ~ Stay current with industry best practices and implement strategies to increase inquiries. ~ Develop guidelines to ensure consistency across all marketing communications. Show less



Reinfluence Media, Inc

• Lead Digital Strategist

  • May 2011 - Mar 2013

  Responsible for creating digital and social strategies that enable clients to create and maintain engaging user experiences. David is a champion of social media tools and technologies, with a track record of creating and implementing successful campaigns. He has successfully delivered digital marketing strategies in non-profit, consumer and business-to-business markets, developing programs across a range of categories including sport, entertainment, non-profit, food & beverage, retail, health care IT & mining. Show less



FIVB Beach Volleyball Junior World Championships

• Competition Director

  • Mar 2011 - Sep 2011

  The Competition Director - Is the highest authority at the venue under the FIVB Technical Supervisor and the Tournament Director; - Coordinates the Technical Area activities of the members of the Organizational Chart; - Coordinates with the Operational Director the installation (and dismantling) of the competition facilities and equipments; Ensures that the courts are set-up in accordance with the FIVB requirements; Decides the courts’ assignment in agreement with the Tournament Director, the FIVB Technical Supervisor, and the TV Coordinator; - Prepares the event’s regulations in collaboration with the Hosting National Federation; - Organizes the Preliminary Inquiry and the Technical Meeting; - Elaborates the competition program to satisfy the needs of on-site spectators, Host Broadcasters, etc., for the FIVB Technical Supervisor’s approval; - Inspection Visit preparation and attendance; Technical Area Managers and volunteers recruiting and appointment; Coordinates the court personnel’s duties; - Coordinates with the Press Director and the Administrative Director the preparation and distribution of the Daily Bulletin; - Works with the Medical Director, Referee Manager, Court Manager and Technical Manager to ensure the smooth running of the event. Show less



Heart and Stroke Foundation

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

• Community Development Coordinator

  • Feb 2010 - Apr 2011

  Raising funds in the Capital Region to promote healthy lifestyles, support critical research and reduce the risk of heart disease & stroke through risk factor awareness via: - Corporate Giving Acquisition & Growth - identifying opportunities and fostering relationships - Overseeing the "Person to Person" Campaign for Vancouver Island South increasing revenue, raising $102,000 - Developing, maintaining and enhancing community relationships - Social Media - identify, plan, coordinate and maximize opportunities - Developing and maintaining strong volunteer partnerships - Bike Bike Events Support - Exceeded Goal in 2010, setting a record for revenue raised of $176,000 Show less



Sunrise Waldorf School

• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Development

  • Oct 2009 - Sep 2010

  • Worked closely with Faculty, Staff, Trustees, parents and volunteers to raise annual funds for operating, capital and restricted uses for Sunrise Waldorf School. • Initiated, encouraged and supported activities that strive to build positive relationships with parents, alumni, friends and businesses from the greater community so that philanthropic giving of time and money is welcomed and integrated into the life of the school. • Improved the profile and image of the school in the Cowichan Valley and greater community. Show less



Spinal Cord Injury BC

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

• Development Officer

  • Nov 2004 - Oct 2009

  - Identify, cultivate, solicit & steward new and ongoing funding support - Grant application and other funding requests, proposal writing - Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, funders, clients, members, staff and Board members - Act as charity's representative for this major annual Victoria event, Monopoly Madness, raising over $90,000 annually. - Identify, cultivate, solicit & steward new and ongoing funding support - Grant application and other funding requests, proposal writing - Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, funders, clients, members, staff and Board members - Act as charity's representative for this major annual Victoria event, Monopoly Madness, raising over $90,000 annually.