Experience

IKEA

• Netherlands
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager, Safety and Security

  • Okt. 2016 - –Heute

  Risk & Compliance Risk & Compliance



ER Consulting

• Owner

  • Nov. 2014 - –Heute

  Personal Safety & TrainingProviding:Risk Assessments, personal safety and training to businesses, home owners, children, adults and seniors.Self defense for: women, training for security personnel, emergency preparedness, Fire & Safety, contingency planning and strategic planning.Personal and business presentations on:Defusing Aggression, Bullying, Personal safety, Cyber bullying Motivational Speaker Personal Safety & TrainingProviding:Risk Assessments, personal safety and training to businesses, home owners, children, adults and seniors.Self defense for: women, training for security personnel, emergency preparedness, Fire & Safety, contingency planning and strategic planning.Personal and business presentations on:Defusing Aggression, Bullying, Personal safety, Cyber bullying Motivational Speaker



Venture Academy for Troubled Teens - Alberta Campus

• Executive Director

  • Juni 2015 - Okt. 2016

  Operational leader of Venture Academy responsible for stewarding the organization towards the vision set by the Founder. Develops and implements the business strategy in alignment with the Founder’s vision and goals; leads, organizes and promotes business development, public relations, marketing, and sales; leads, manages and controls operational, financial and people resources; and oversees the operations to ensure financial, operational and strategic objectives and standards are met including profitability and organizational continuity. Collaborate with the Founder in the creation and implementation of a strategic plan in line with the school’s Mission and Vision statements Develop, implement, track, evaluate and calibrate business strategies and plans for achieving goals Provide financial and operational updates Cultivate and maintain strong relationships Assess internal operations and operational and financial performance on an ongoing basis, articulate short and long term needs, trends, problems, and opportunities and implement strategies to promote ongoing success. Keep abreast of current best practices among independent schools and treatment programs and bring ideas and opportunities forward for consideration Oversee internal operations including programs, counseling and educational activities ensuring service and health & safety standards are met and appropriate and cost effective management of resources Research, plan, develop, implement and manage services in multiple locations Lead and manage the team Liaise with external stakeholders (customers, service providers, referral sources, ministry representatives to enhance the school’s profile and build relationships Represent and promote the company at events and industry associations Develop and implement or approve operational procedures, policies and standards



Leduc & District Victim Services

• Executive Director

  • Nov. 2012 - Nov. 2014

  Responsible for managing and facilitating the delivery of effective services to victims of crime and tragic circumstances in the Leduc & District area, which includes communities such as Leduc, Nisku, Beaumont, Thorsby, Devon, Breton, Warburg and the Edmonton International Airport. These services are provided through the planning, development, implementation, administration and evaluation of agency policies and procedures in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of the Attorney General and under the direction of a Board of Directors.



Ponoka Victim Services

• Executive Director

  • März 2012 - Okt. 2012

  Responsible for managing and facilitating the delivery of effective services to victims of crime and tragic circumstances in the Ponoka Area through the planning, development, implementation, administration and evaluation of agency policies and procedures in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of the Attorney General and under the direction of a Board of Directors. Responsible for managing and facilitating the delivery of effective services to victims of crime and tragic circumstances in the Ponoka Area through the planning, development, implementation, administration and evaluation of agency policies and procedures in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of the Attorney General and under the direction of a Board of Directors.



Alberta Health Services

• Canada
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Provincial Director, Operations Support

  • Juni 1981 - Juli 2011

  Provided strong leadership, raised visibility of brand, heightened team morale, implemented appropriate business practices, implemented budget, and properly trained administrators and staff. Scope of territory included operations in provincial and Northern Alberta (Edmonton, Northeast, and Northwest Sector) that includes 142 acute facilities, 600+ clinics and long-term facilities including cancer centers, mental health, and AADAC. Supervised 100 – 250 direct reports (peace officers) and 250 – 300 indirect reports (security guards on contract). Directed allocations and reporting functions for $10M budget.  Raised visibility of AHS brand and people by identifying opportunities and spearheading messaging through enhanced communication strategies, community outreach, and aggressive networking. Spearheaded project management and implementation of $70M security and enterprise systems on all healthcare-owned facilities in central region. Coordinated massive training program for 90,000+ employees in areas of aggressive behavior, management of assault behavior, certified protection, fire and safety, and more. Identified training needs and launched online training, accessible to employees 24/7. Project managed extensive pandemic planning for former health regions and conducted health safety audits and accreditations. Coordinated joint efforts for pandemic events, including how to roll out vaccines, protect and upkeep vaccine equipment, and how to allocate vaccines for ~3 million people in province.  Led development and delivery of Fire and Life Safety program to 142 acute facilities, 600+ clinics and long-term facilities including cancer centers, mental health, and AADAC. Program included maintenance of equipment and drills and is audited to ensure effectiveness.