Wayne LeFort, PMP®, LSSBB
Project Manager - Installation at Blake Jarrett & Company Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Will Kobold
I worked very briefly with Wayne, during that time Wayne always proved to be ethical, kind, and passionate about his endeavors. He was an asset to RTF and I personally felt the loss of Wayne’s presence, from RTF’s perspective he is a true loss.
Bruce Playfoot
Wayne is an excellent communicator which has been key in is role as Technical Account Manager. His product knowledge and ability to oversee programs and solve issues whether at the corporate or retail level has made him a strong project manager.
Will Kobold
I worked very briefly with Wayne, during that time Wayne always proved to be ethical, kind, and passionate about his endeavors. He was an asset to RTF and I personally felt the loss of Wayne’s presence, from RTF’s perspective he is a true loss.
Bruce Playfoot
Wayne is an excellent communicator which has been key in is role as Technical Account Manager. His product knowledge and ability to oversee programs and solve issues whether at the corporate or retail level has made him a strong project manager.
Will Kobold
I worked very briefly with Wayne, during that time Wayne always proved to be ethical, kind, and passionate about his endeavors. He was an asset to RTF and I personally felt the loss of Wayne’s presence, from RTF’s perspective he is a true loss.
Bruce Playfoot
Wayne is an excellent communicator which has been key in is role as Technical Account Manager. His product knowledge and ability to oversee programs and solve issues whether at the corporate or retail level has made him a strong project manager.
Will Kobold
I worked very briefly with Wayne, during that time Wayne always proved to be ethical, kind, and passionate about his endeavors. He was an asset to RTF and I personally felt the loss of Wayne’s presence, from RTF’s perspective he is a true loss.
Bruce Playfoot
Wayne is an excellent communicator which has been key in is role as Technical Account Manager. His product knowledge and ability to oversee programs and solve issues whether at the corporate or retail level has made him a strong project manager.
Credentials
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PMP
Project Management InstituteApr, 2019- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Blake Jarrett & Company Inc.
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Canada
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager - Installation
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Nov 2021 - Present
Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to our organizationalobjectivesDevelop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement to our existing systemsMaintain organizational standards of stakeholder satisfaction, quality, and performance.Coordinate with multiple project teams, ensuring program objectives are completed and installedas per plan.Manage the program budgets while maintaining maximum productivity and program profitability.Work closely with the cross functional teams to plan and develop scope, deliverables, WBS,required resources, and timing for new projects and initiatives.Identify key requirements needed from cross functional teams and external vendorsAnalyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for managementand stakeholders as required.Prepare installation cost estimates for review with key stakeholdersPrepare project timelines / schedulesDevelop and manage budgets for project installations and be accountable for delivering againstestablished business goals/objectives.Ensure project deliverables are sourced and delivered to meet project schedules.Work in collaboration with other Program Managers and cross functional team members toidentify project risks and opportunities across the various projects within the organization.Source suppliers and issue purchase ordersReview and approve supplier invoicesInstall or manage the installation of production displays at customer sites
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Owner/President
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Mar 2008 - Present
As a Freelance Photographer, I offer my services for a variety of photographic needs including:Weddings and eventsReal Estate including 360 degree virtual toursDance Schools class photos and Performance shotsHockey Team photosOn site portraitsCorporate Events As a Freelance Photographer, I offer my services for a variety of photographic needs including:Weddings and eventsReal Estate including 360 degree virtual toursDance Schools class photos and Performance shotsHockey Team photosOn site portraitsCorporate Events
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University Health Network
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager, Space Operations
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Apr 2019 - May 2021
Took a leadership role in the management, organization and orchestration of all aspects of planning for Wayfinding and Signage and Foundation signage projects within their portfolio.Worked closely with the FM-PRO leadership, UHN Executive Project sponsors, Foundations and staff to understand and plan for key project initiatives as prioritized by the organization.• Developed the full signage solution for four COVID-19 vaccination sites (including MaRS). Provided a seamless and harmonized customer experience. Solution was adopted by the City of Toronto for all vaccination sites. • Fully managed and promoted design excellence of the interior and exterior wayfinding and signage branding initiatives. Delivered on-time execution to a design standard, ensuring AODA compliance.
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Array Marketing
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Canada
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Retail
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400 - 500 Employee
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Project Manager
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Jun 2015 - Jan 2019
Plans and coordinates activities of designated project(s) to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.Coordinates activities of any assigned project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.Liaison between sales, clients and Department Leaders as required, ensuring that target lines and expectations are being achieved and status communicated; relative to client relationship. Maintains accurate and up to date status reports and modifies schedules or plans as required; Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.Serves as a conduit of information to all parties including; Clients, production, design & development, sales and supply chain.
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Harding Group
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Project Manager
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Oct 2014 - May 2015
Lead a team of Project Managers responsible for planning and executing all aspects of ensuring that projects are managed in a timely and effective manner including:EstimatingBOM & Router production for ERP systemProcurementShop floor planning and monitoringExecution and ShipmentCommunicate with Sales to ensure customer requirements are being fulfilled.Coordinate activities of personnel to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.Maintain accurate status reports to ensure timely communication for all projects.Provide leadership and ongoing review of process to ensure best possible practices are being implemented and adhered to by the team.Support the corporate objectives & plans for the team with ongoing support and training.
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Project Manager
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Nov 2011 - Oct 2014
Plans and coordinates activities of designated project(s) to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.Coordinates activities of any assigned project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.Liaison between sales, clients and Department Leaders as required, ensuring that target lines and expectations are being achieved and status communicated; relative to client relationship. Maintains accurate and up to date status reports and modifies schedules or plans as required; Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.Serves as a conduit of information to all parties including; Clients, production, design & development, sales and supply chain.
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RTF Global Inc.
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Canada
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Account Manager
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Apr 2011 - Nov 2011
Serves as a primary business contact for specific clients and their projects with primary responsibility for client satisfaction.Provides excellent customer service to accounts as well as represents the clients needs and goals with RTF to ensure quality. Builds relationships with clients to manage new and repeat business opportunities.Leverage knowledge of product solutions and work with internal project team to ensure quality standards and customer expectations are met. Serves as a primary business contact for specific clients and their projects with primary responsibility for client satisfaction.Provides excellent customer service to accounts as well as represents the clients needs and goals with RTF to ensure quality. Builds relationships with clients to manage new and repeat business opportunities.Leverage knowledge of product solutions and work with internal project team to ensure quality standards and customer expectations are met.
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Rogers Communication Inc.
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Wireless Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Merchandising Manager
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Jul 2003 - Jan 2011
Support independent dealer stores through ongoing site visits, staff training and store renovation.Specialist in brand execution from exterior signage to in store decor, fixtures. Support independent dealer stores through ongoing site visits, staff training and store renovation.Specialist in brand execution from exterior signage to in store decor, fixtures.
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Telus Mobility
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Canada
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Merchandising Specialist
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Oct 1999 - Feb 2003
Strategic exectuion of merchandising fixtures and store furnitureExecuted marketing support for device launches. Strategic exectuion of merchandising fixtures and store furnitureExecuted marketing support for device launches.
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AFL Display Group
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Canada
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Executive
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Sep 1998 - Sep 1999
Designed and sold merchandising fixtures and store decor programs to the retail industry. Designed and sold merchandising fixtures and store decor programs to the retail industry.
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Steel Art Signs
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Canada
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Manager
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1984 - Sep 1998
Sales Executive managing sign programs for National companies including Royal Bank, Home Hardware, Canadian Tire and Esso. Sales Executive managing sign programs for National companies including Royal Bank, Home Hardware, Canadian Tire and Esso.
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Education
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2021 - 2021
University of Toronto
Certificate, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt -
2010 - 2014
Ryerson University
Certificate, Project Management, Project Management -
2004 - 2006
Ryerson University
Certificate, Business Management
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