VP of Technology

• Jul 2022 - Present

Director Of Information Technology

• Jun 2020 - Jul 2022

Information Technology Consultant

• Oct 2019 - Present

Director of IT

• Sep 2018 - Oct 2019

As the Director of IT, I continue to focus on the organization as a whole. How do we move the operations forward and create the best environment by giving the best tools for the needs.Key Achievements• Upgrading printers and external communications• Manage all data entry and monthly reporting to management• Sourced supply and created implementation plan for Online Learning Management Platform

Strategic, IT Consultant

• Oct 2017 - Sep 2018

At Second Harvest, I have been responsible in elevating the IT experience for staff and partners. Working to implement many projects and laying the framework for great things to come. Key Achievements • Completed and implemented iMIS CRM and Association platform• Upgraded and implemented Firewall and wireless infrastructure• Migrated office to Office 365, utilizing Teams, Sharepoint, and OneDrive• Worked with all departments to identify areas of technology growth• Lead server virtualization project and hardware consolidation• Developed Field level service application utilizing FlowFinity• Manage Dynamics 365 Environment as CRM and Marketing Environment Show less

Strategic, IT Consultant

• Oct 2017 - Oct 2018

At FoodRescue.ca a program of Second Harvest, I have been working to develop a National Platform to rescue surplus healthy food. As the technology lead for the project, I have been involved in all aspects. Focused on the development of the platform and the tools the team needs to operate in a disconnected fashion. We are a determined group who are focused to make a change on the planet. Key Achievements • Worked closely with the development company and team to develop the platform. • Helped identify technology and architecture of the platform • Helped develop and implement a groundbreaking GHG calculator • the Created and developed internal applications build on Dynamics 365 • Identified key technology for the success of the team • Worked with Large food donors to ensure successful product usage Show less

Director of IT

• Feb 2016 - Oct 2017

At Cougar Shoes, I was responsible for all aspects of I.T. I focused on elevating the internal staff experience and external customers experiences with the brand. Working directly with business executives I developed many systems and processes that helped to streamline business and elevate the brand. My focus was on finding solutions for business needs. During my time at Cougar, I was given the opportunity to step outside of I.T. and focus on the business, product fulfillment process, and internal operating structures. Key Achievements • Developed business growth strategy and roadmap outside of IT and focused on business strategy, worked to find best in class employees and develop an inclusive and supportive environment focused around the customer experience. • Implemented Meraki infrastructure and security project, focused on linking multiple offices in China, Canada, and Bangladesh • Architected infrastructure virtualization project • Led transition and implementation of modernized 3PL • Researched and sourced vendor for e-commerce solution and led the implementation and integration with existing systems. Helped ensure orders placed could be delivered on-time. • Created framework and infrastructure to move the organization to a true Omni Chanel retailer and vendor • Moved business infrastructure to Office 365 Show less

Development and Solutions Manager

• Dec 2002 - Feb 2016

At Orkin Canada, I was responsible for all software development. I have architected, developed and implemented a wide variety of business-driven software solutions. My focus has been on delivering fast solutions to business needs with a guiding principle that our customers are paramount and are an involved member of the development process. Key achievements: • Architected/developed/implemented Customer Relations Management System with integrated Accounts Receivables • Architected/developed/implemented Sales Tracking and Management Tool • Architected/developed/implemented integrated call center application • Architected/developed/implemented Hand Held business application • Designed all print material used for Invoicing, Service and Contracts Show less

Volunteer

• 2009 - 2015

Volunteer

• 2009 - 2015

Website Developer / IT Department

• Sep 2001 - Dec 2004

At Office SuperCentre I was responsible for developing the company’s online presence. This included online retail store front, a Business to Business portal, and a customer payment system. The website was integrated into multiple suppliers' systems to be able to check stock and availability of products. In addition to the web presence I helped customers as an external business technology consultant by understanding their business needs and helping to identify and implement key office technologies. Key achievements: • Architected/Developed/Implemented/Designed Business to Business online store for office supply company • Architected/Developed/Implemented Desktop Application for order entry and customer management • Architected/Developed/Implemented inter-office instant messaging application used to securely pass and track order fulfillment Show less

POS Developer

• Jul 2002 - Oct 2002

At Sweet Pea I was tasked with developing a custom Point of Sale application. The unique nature of this retail business meant that off the shelf solutions were too confining and did not meet their needs. I sourced the hardware that was used and then developed the POS terminal utilizing touch screen, barcode, and rapid cash out technology. The individual terminals referenced and reported back to a central server for reporting and allowed the business owners to manage the stores and inventory remotely. Show less

Information Technology Leader

• Apr 1999 - Oct 2002

While working with Falcon Promotions I developed a Customer Relations Management System with an integrated Order and Fulfilment system. This application enabled the business to manage and track all sales and allowed for remote sales entry. I was responsible for developing the customer facing website. It allowed for promotional material customization and direct customer sales. While working with Falcon Promotions I developed a Customer Relations Management System with an integrated Order and Fulfilment system. This application enabled the business to manage and track all sales and allowed for remote sales entry. I was responsible for developing the customer facing website. It allowed for promotional material customization and direct customer sales.