Experience

Propel

• United States
• Advertising Services

• Founder

  • Mar 2015 - Present

  Software that allows hotel guests to easily book their preferred pool or gym times and then generate tens of thousands in additional revenue for the hotel by accepting paid bookings whenever amenities are unused. Software that allows hotel guests to easily book their preferred pool or gym times and then generate tens of thousands in additional revenue for the hotel by accepting paid bookings whenever amenities are unused.



NEXT Canada

• Canada
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Alumni

  • May 2017 - Aug 2017

  The Next 36 is a program that accelerates the growth of Canada’s most talented young entrepreneurs by providing mentorship, capital, and unparalleled founder development. The Next 36 is a program that accelerates the growth of Canada’s most talented young entrepreneurs by providing mentorship, capital, and unparalleled founder development.



UBC Formula Electric

• Canada
• Automotive
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Integrated Engineering Lead

  • Sep 2015 - Aug 2016

  • Founded UBC's Formula Electric engineering design team, coordinating the first year of a two year build plan for a ground-up all-electric race car (powertrain, high voltage battery storage and charging, instrumentation and drive simulation, low voltage and safety systems) • Directed project management, design review, documentation, and sponsorship seeking by implementing new systems including a team wiki, PDM system, sponsorship pipeline, etc. • Raised nearly $30'000 of funds… Show more • Founded UBC's Formula Electric engineering design team, coordinating the first year of a two year build plan for a ground-up all-electric race car (powertrain, high voltage battery storage and charging, instrumentation and drive simulation, low voltage and safety systems) • Directed project management, design review, documentation, and sponsorship seeking by implementing new systems including a team wiki, PDM system, sponsorship pipeline, etc. • Raised nearly $30'000 of funds and parts-in-kind from private, public, and university donors and sponsors • Coordinated organizational and safety training for 35 engineering students mentoring students in workplace communication skills, time management, and collaborative problem solving Show less • Founded UBC's Formula Electric engineering design team, coordinating the first year of a two year build plan for a ground-up all-electric race car (powertrain, high voltage battery storage and charging, instrumentation and drive simulation, low voltage and safety systems) • Directed project management, design review, documentation, and sponsorship seeking by implementing new systems including a team wiki, PDM system, sponsorship pipeline, etc. • Raised nearly $30'000 of funds… Show more • Founded UBC's Formula Electric engineering design team, coordinating the first year of a two year build plan for a ground-up all-electric race car (powertrain, high voltage battery storage and charging, instrumentation and drive simulation, low voltage and safety systems) • Directed project management, design review, documentation, and sponsorship seeking by implementing new systems including a team wiki, PDM system, sponsorship pipeline, etc. • Raised nearly $30'000 of funds and parts-in-kind from private, public, and university donors and sponsors • Coordinated organizational and safety training for 35 engineering students mentoring students in workplace communication skills, time management, and collaborative problem solving Show less



Tesla Motors

• Ecuador
• Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vehicle Engineering Intern

  • Apr 2015 - Aug 2015

  Design of electrical harnesses and hardware, design for manufacture and GD&T, liaising with suppliers, custom solutions and troubleshooting, prototyping and test builds. Design of electrical harnesses and hardware, design for manufacture and GD&T, liaising with suppliers, custom solutions and troubleshooting, prototyping and test builds.



UBC Electric Car Club

• Integrated Engineering Lead/Co-President

  • Sep 2012 - Aug 2015

  • Managed a team of 18 engineering students in the conversion of a 63' VW Beetle to an all electric drag racer • Coordinated with engineering students from all disciplines to implement various electrical/mechanical/software systems including a safe high-speed charging system, battery load testing systems, and dual motor drivetrain guides • Managed a team of 18 engineering students in the conversion of a 63' VW Beetle to an all electric drag racer • Coordinated with engineering students from all disciplines to implement various electrical/mechanical/software systems including a safe high-speed charging system, battery load testing systems, and dual motor drivetrain guides



HydroRun Technologies Ltd.

• Canada
• Renewables & Environment

• Mechatronics Engineer Intern

  • Jan 2015 - Apr 2015

  R&D, mechanical & electrical design/building/testing, data management in python, field work R&D, mechanical & electrical design/building/testing, data management in python, field work



Propel Swim School

• Canada
• Wellness and Fitness Services

• Sole Proprietor

  • Jun 2011 - Mar 2015

  • Paid for university by starting a technology driven swim school operating private swim lessons out of under-utilized hotel, condo, and residential pools. • Designed a custom online registration system and payment gateway to allow clients to make, view, and reschedule lessons with their choice of instructor and venue • Cold called and negotiated contracts with several hotels including the Holiday Inn, Sandman Hotel, and the River Rock Casino and Resort • Single-handedly… Show more • Paid for university by starting a technology driven swim school operating private swim lessons out of under-utilized hotel, condo, and residential pools. • Designed a custom online registration system and payment gateway to allow clients to make, view, and reschedule lessons with their choice of instructor and venue • Cold called and negotiated contracts with several hotels including the Holiday Inn, Sandman Hotel, and the River Rock Casino and Resort • Single-handedly managed all aspects of scheduling, equipment, training, insurance, payroll, marketing, and branding • Pioneered a system to provide a higher caliber of instruction through proper assessment, constant feedback, and intuitive learning strategies Show less • Paid for university by starting a technology driven swim school operating private swim lessons out of under-utilized hotel, condo, and residential pools. • Designed a custom online registration system and payment gateway to allow clients to make, view, and reschedule lessons with their choice of instructor and venue • Cold called and negotiated contracts with several hotels including the Holiday Inn, Sandman Hotel, and the River Rock Casino and Resort • Single-handedly… Show more • Paid for university by starting a technology driven swim school operating private swim lessons out of under-utilized hotel, condo, and residential pools. • Designed a custom online registration system and payment gateway to allow clients to make, view, and reschedule lessons with their choice of instructor and venue • Cold called and negotiated contracts with several hotels including the Holiday Inn, Sandman Hotel, and the River Rock Casino and Resort • Single-handedly managed all aspects of scheduling, equipment, training, insurance, payroll, marketing, and branding • Pioneered a system to provide a higher caliber of instruction through proper assessment, constant feedback, and intuitive learning strategies Show less



Kiewit Management Co.

• Field Engineer Intern

  • May 2013 - Aug 2013

  • Estimated and tracked labor, equipment, and materials to formulate daily reports detailing costs, productivity, and overall project progress resulting in consistent savings of 3-15% on expenditures totaling over $5 million dollars • Took initiative to formulate new tracking systems and form requirements to improve data and document collection and processing, which when presented to the site owner resulted in a spontaneous offer of employment • Braved the harsh Alberta oil sands… Show more • Estimated and tracked labor, equipment, and materials to formulate daily reports detailing costs, productivity, and overall project progress resulting in consistent savings of 3-15% on expenditures totaling over $5 million dollars • Took initiative to formulate new tracking systems and form requirements to improve data and document collection and processing, which when presented to the site owner resulted in a spontaneous offer of employment • Braved the harsh Alberta oil sands mining environment to equip foremen, engineer leads, and construction managers with referenced or calculated design specs and drawings, yielding an “outstanding” exit evaluation rating Responsibilities included: • Scheduling • Operations Planning • Quantity Surveys • Craft Oversight • Cost Control and Cost Management • Quality Control • Contract / Subcontract Administration • Dimensional Control • Estimating • Safety • Purchasing Show less • Estimated and tracked labor, equipment, and materials to formulate daily reports detailing costs, productivity, and overall project progress resulting in consistent savings of 3-15% on expenditures totaling over $5 million dollars • Took initiative to formulate new tracking systems and form requirements to improve data and document collection and processing, which when presented to the site owner resulted in a spontaneous offer of employment • Braved the harsh Alberta oil sands… Show more • Estimated and tracked labor, equipment, and materials to formulate daily reports detailing costs, productivity, and overall project progress resulting in consistent savings of 3-15% on expenditures totaling over $5 million dollars • Took initiative to formulate new tracking systems and form requirements to improve data and document collection and processing, which when presented to the site owner resulted in a spontaneous offer of employment • Braved the harsh Alberta oil sands mining environment to equip foremen, engineer leads, and construction managers with referenced or calculated design specs and drawings, yielding an “outstanding” exit evaluation rating Responsibilities included: • Scheduling • Operations Planning • Quantity Surveys • Craft Oversight • Cost Control and Cost Management • Quality Control • Contract / Subcontract Administration • Dimensional Control • Estimating • Safety • Purchasing Show less



Vancouver Parks Board

• Canada
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

  • Dec 2004 - Nov 2012

  • Monitored and maintained the safety and well being of patrons by intervening through education of safety protocols, conflict mediation, and when necessary rescue and resuscitation • Reviewed and reported pool operations by thoroughly and precisely documenting first aid and rescue incidents, staff to patron ratios, and criminal, theft, or unusual occurrences • Analyzed, prioritized, and problem-solved scheduling, deck rotation, and public relations issues resulting in a… Show more • Monitored and maintained the safety and well being of patrons by intervening through education of safety protocols, conflict mediation, and when necessary rescue and resuscitation • Reviewed and reported pool operations by thoroughly and precisely documenting first aid and rescue incidents, staff to patron ratios, and criminal, theft, or unusual occurrences • Analyzed, prioritized, and problem-solved scheduling, deck rotation, and public relations issues resulting in a promotion to Deck Leader position Show less • Monitored and maintained the safety and well being of patrons by intervening through education of safety protocols, conflict mediation, and when necessary rescue and resuscitation • Reviewed and reported pool operations by thoroughly and precisely documenting first aid and rescue incidents, staff to patron ratios, and criminal, theft, or unusual occurrences • Analyzed, prioritized, and problem-solved scheduling, deck rotation, and public relations issues resulting in a… Show more • Monitored and maintained the safety and well being of patrons by intervening through education of safety protocols, conflict mediation, and when necessary rescue and resuscitation • Reviewed and reported pool operations by thoroughly and precisely documenting first aid and rescue incidents, staff to patron ratios, and criminal, theft, or unusual occurrences • Analyzed, prioritized, and problem-solved scheduling, deck rotation, and public relations issues resulting in a promotion to Deck Leader position Show less