Career Consultant

• Oct 2023 - Present

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager

• Apr 2023 - Oct 2023

Learning and Development Manager

• Sep 2022 - Apr 2023

Successfully delivered Firmwide curriculum in collaboration with other Learning Partners within the Talent and OD function, resulting in increased learning consumption and improved Service Line developmentEffectively facilitated classroom-based learning, utilizing a variety of teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and needsDedicated professional seeking to leverage expertise in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to promote and integrate a DEI focus in all learning content. Committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment that values diversity, promotes cultural understanding, and supports the success of all learnersConducted regular training needs analysis and solution implementation in conjunction with the business/learning champions, resulting in improved alignment with business objectives and increased participant satisfactionSuccessfully managed and led the deployment of the Experience Hire induction and onboarding, resulting in a positive onboarding experience for new employees Show less

Coordinator, Student Engagement Programs

• Feb 2018 - Apr 2022

Engage in Strengths Coaching with undergraduate students to identify talents and strategically develop ways to embed those skills into achieving goalsManage the Leadership Education Program (LEP) which offers 15+ workshops to over 1500 students each year covering a range of professional development topicsAct as the staff coordinator of the Society of Mature Students (SMS) which supports over 2000 mature students currently enrolled at Western universityDevelop the Mature Student Mentorship Program which provides transitional support and social community to incoming studentsLaunch of a new program through the Leadership and Academic Mentorship Program aimed at providing an opportunity to gain experience with the Collegiate Leadership Competition (CLC) curriculum for 4 first-year committeesNominated for a staff innovation award through my creation of the Leadership Fair which brought together staff across campus to highlight student leader roles in various capacitiesResponsible for the day-to-day management of academic mentorship programs for both first and second year students, managing over 250 student volunteers including recruitment, training and ongoing feedback Show less

Transition, Leadership, and Enrichment Program Coordinator

• Oct 2014 - Feb 2018

Provided ongoing support and referrals to graduate and undergraduate studentsDesigned, delivered and implemented pilot workshop series intended for First Generation Students Coordinated and evaluated the Success Centre hiring process which included over 20 positions and 300 vacanciesDelivered daily workshop to parents and guests during Summer Academic Orientation, creating a dialogue between parents and staff at Western helping to create the "best student experience"Assisted in the development of year end reports and evaluations of programs within the Success Centre with extensive knowledge of current trends in student transition issuesCreated a new healthy living initiative for staff to encourage positive interaction and improve performance in the workplaceLaunched a new Leadership and Mentorship Newsflash aimed at bringing communities together and as a promotional tool within the team Show less

Executive Producer & Co-Host

• Jan 2021 - Jun 2021

Susan and Meg have been friends for over 20 years and now they’re 40! On the 40 Things At 40 podcast they explore this new decade of life and talk with special guests about getting older and why getting out of our comfort zones is so important. Susan and Meg have been friends for over 20 years and now they’re 40! On the 40 Things At 40 podcast they explore this new decade of life and talk with special guests about getting older and why getting out of our comfort zones is so important.

Transition & Career Program Coordinator

• Jan 2012 - Oct 2013

Facilitated group workshops for adults including design, delivery and marketing resulting in the development of a new interactive presentation Cooperated with the Leadership Education Program creating a new partnership and development of a career services module presented over the semester Utilized computerized data management system for client bookings, discharges, and scheduling Provided one-on-one counselling including intake and express appointments focused on the creation of an Employment Action Plan Show less

Adult Education Teacher

• Jul 2008 - Feb 2012

Promoted to position of Supervisor as a result of positive performance appraisals of students and staff, well developed organization skills, and ongoing professional development Use of various instructional materials for diverse subjects including crisis intervention, report writing, psychology, at risk youth and human development Established positive relationship with students, fellow staff and community partners creating over 20 new contacts for the school in the London area Consistently commended for positivity and enthusiasm in the classroom by students through class evaluations and comment cards Actively served on a variety of school initiatives such as curriculum development, staff advancement, and student conflict mediation Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and special needs within an inclusive classroom Show less

Rehabilitation Assistant

• Nov 2007 - Jun 2008

Encouraged clients with Acquired Brain Injury to become more independent in all aspects of daily living Led community outreach, training and development initiatives. Maintained client reports and worked with family members to ensure strong communication between the organization and its clients. Encouraged clients with Acquired Brain Injury to become more independent in all aspects of daily living Led community outreach, training and development initiatives. Maintained client reports and worked with family members to ensure strong communication between the organization and its clients.

Teacher

• May 2004 - Jun 2007

Creating innovative lesson plans using Socratic techniques, board work, handouts, overhead presentations, videos, group work, student presentations, debates and newspaper articles Provided educational support and guidance through mentoring including serving as coach for the girl’s rugby team for three years Knowledge of standardized testing proceedings with experience administering The Ontario Literacy Test Assessed and evaluated student performance including completion of report cards for 90 students each semester Facilitating open communication between students and parents through conferencing, phone calls, emails and letters home Show less

Community Outreach Worker

• May 2003 - Dec 2003

Planned and implemented crime prevention program to groups of 20 children through interactive puppet show presentation Facilitated fund raising with community partners resulting in over $1000 in donations in a 3 month time period Planned and implemented crime prevention program to groups of 20 children through interactive puppet show presentation Facilitated fund raising with community partners resulting in over $1000 in donations in a 3 month time period