In operations over 30 years, the Yellow Bird is Central Vancouver Island's premiere custom framing destination and local representative of internationally-known Vancouver Island artists.▪ Ensure all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way▪ Improve operational management systems, processes and best practices▪ Purchase materials, plan inventory and oversee in-store efficiency▪ Ensure processes remain legally compliant▪ Formulate strategic and operational objectives▪ Examine financial data to improve profitability▪ Manage budgets and forecasts▪ Perform quality controls and monitor production KPIs▪ Recruit, train and supervise staff▪ Increase quality of customer service▪ Curate art and develop relationships with Artists, Suppliers and Stakeholders

> Investment portfolio development and financial planning for select clientele> Business strategy development and market research advising for select clientele> Manuscript developmental, structural and copy editing for select authors> Participant in various research studies on areas of cognition, perception & sensitivity

▪ University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School ▪ University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign▪ University of London, London Business School

> Counsel/coach high-barrier and Aboriginal youth in acquiring first jobs > Advise and support clients with disabilities in developing and growing their part-time businesses > Research neuroscience of growth mindset and intrinsic motivation in client-coach interactions> 'Leading People and Teams: Inspiring and Motivating Individuals', University of Michigan> Develop strategic framework guide 'Helping Clients Understand Value Investing'

* Coach Clients ages 17 - 73 newly out of work or starting new jobs / career transitioning.* Help Clients develop job search plans and career change transitions using measurable strategies.* Collaborate with Clients to develop self-employment and skills training opportunities.* Maintain an active case load of 60+ Clients using mandated ICM database and Govt policy."Arian, my Career Coach, was consistently kind and supportive throughout the whole process. He helped me to apply for school and complete an application package for a Student Grant, which I received. I am very grateful for all their assistance." ~ Client's Google review"Arian (and his co-worker) took so much time to help me put together a fantastic resume and cover letter, I am so grateful. I went into it skeptical, but with nothing to lose, and I'm so glad I gave them a shot. After 13 years in an industry, change is hard, but welcome." ~ Client's Google review

On-going professional development opportunities through 3rd party organizations.• Autism and Neurodiversity in the Workplace, UBC, CIRCA, 2021• Culture is in all of us, Called to Action Collaborative / Roundtable Consulting, 2021• Career Theories and Models at Work series, CERIC, 2020• Social Committee member providing creative ideas, advising & support

> Ministry of Advanced Education contract• Increased key performance outcomes from mid 30% to 71% in 4 months• Increased #s per class from 4 to 13 weekly• Consistently surpassed client and organization expectations with measurable results and feedbackProgram Lead / Development• Responsible for daily running of Step UP! program aimed at providing skills training, workplace certifications, educational upgrading and/or job supports to help high barrier clients effectively return to the workforce• Assisted clients during Intake and Registration processes. Led clients through ERS assessments• Collaborated daily with Intake Workers, Case Managers, Facilitators, and Program Manager contributing to reduce workload• Designed, administered and compiled participant feedback survey to track effectiveness of program Case Management• Case Managed individuals in areas of career exploration, accessing training opportunities, job readiness and action plans. Provide customized resumes and support with cover letters, mock interviews and ongoing follow up• Coached individuals and clients while developing effective return to work Action Plans• Ensured confidentiality by adhering to Confidentiality Awareness Training (Ministry of Citizens' Services of BC)Curriculum / Facilitation• Redeveloped and wrote new curriculum for 3-week employment training program geared to high barrier participants• Facilitated Personality Dimensions workshops and developed highly engaging activities for clientsAdministration• Updated Excel financial and appointment tracking spreadsheets, and CCIS database• Participated in ICM, OES and BCeID training webinars leading up to new WorkBC contractMarketing• Rebranded and developed new marketing strategies and materials for ASTEP and Step UP! employment programs• Fostered community connections and visited existing network of partners to promote programs• Created marketing materials ready for approval for new WorkBC ES contract launch

Business Image & Marketing Consulting, Business Strategy, Investment Planning, Project Management, Career Development Coaching.> Coached individuals and small business clients in developing and implementing clear goals and strategies to accomplish objectives using systematic processes, time management, and result evaluation criteria for personalized projects> Counseled individuals with career exploration, job readiness, and job search activities. Provide customized resumes and support with cover letters> Educated and assisted clients in areas of tax law, retirement and investment planning, developing budgets and increasing financial education> Created focused marketing strategies and developed image/brand clarity to align with client vision

• Collaborated effectively with Career Services staff to provide client assessments, career development workshops, and Job Search services• Conducted client interviews and created correctly formatted personalized resumes• Co-facilitated resume workshop, assist with Personality Dimensions and other client activities • Guided clients through mock interviews to improve interview skills• Job shadowed Case Managers, Job Developers, Facilitators, and Intake Workers • Contributed to daily tasks as needed to support the team while ensuring client confidentiality• Assisted self-serve clients in Resource Centre with job search and updated database as required• Exposed to the basic workings of the ICM database

■ Red Olive Creative | Aeirdesign > One on one client work in areas of small business marketing & branding. Creation of marketing collateral and other print materials, web design & web graphics, creative & business consulting, and other design related solutions for small business owners. Specialize in concept development, packaging and brand development, and identity. Evolved to creative consulting to help refocus business brands, more efficient operations and project management, marketing and public exposure and increase viability of client projects.Clients: Austin Belle, She Says Electric, Johnnie Organic Bar & Grill™, Life Church: White Rock, Samuel's Mantle, Focus on the Family Canada, Shop Vineyard, Nightmair Media Mngmnt, Standing Spoon Coffee Co., Fernridge Organic Farms.

> Publishing house for emerging authors. 1996-1997Since 1997 acted as editor and writer's consultant as well as self-publishing of articles & short fiction."Aeiriuhnn has a real gift for creating a palpable sensory experience for the reader... obviously has an original voice." Steve Guppy, co-author of Rainshadows

Commercial Art services & Fine Art commissions, Art/Design consulting for small business.> Fine Art sales of original artwork & prints. Solo and group art shows since 1993.Memberships and committees in various art, community organizations and councils in BC, AB, WA and OR. Regular involvement in community art festivals, fundraisers and PR events.Commissions and select artwork in private collections throughout Canada, USA, Mexico, Honduras, England, Scotland, Germany, Russia & Thailand.

■ Quolus • Completed outstanding issues with residential units for pre-sale and post move-in • Authorized to make decisions based on risk assessments• Acted as the point of contact and communicate project status to management• Trusted to oversee 40-unit owner occupied townhouse site and trades liaison while superintendents on holidays Projects:MOSAIC Homes (Morgan, Clayton, York)Polygon (Brighton, Colborne Lane)■ Lucas Homes• Complete outstanding issues with residential units during owner occupancy/post move-in.• Authorized to make decisions based on risk assessments. • Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all stakeholders.• Operate daily operations while owner on vacation.• 600+ residential new homes worked on under warranty with exceptional customer care.• Trusted by families to work in million dollar homes often unsupervised.• Work on single family custom homes of up to $6 million> Recognized and accolades received for best company customer service in over 10 years.Projects:Wallmark - Morgan Heights, Birchwood Estates (Burke Mtn), West on the Village WalkRAB - Morgan Heights, Southview at Burke Mtn, Yorkson, KingsburyVesta Properties - Provinceton, custom homes Various Home Warranty services through Traveler's CanadaVarious custom homes - Vancouver area

• Detail-oriented finishing carpentry & custom home repair projects• New home warranty service and insurance claims• Work on custom homes of up to $6 millionDevelopers: RAB, Wallmark, Travelers, Benchmark, Vesta, Trasolini-Chetner, OmicronClients: Lucas Homes, In Style Painting, Set in Stone Masonry, homeowners (BC & Alberta)> Client feedback: "I just got back home from work. Everything looks AMAZING! This whole level looks brand new! I've never seen a better job than what you do." Joanna - Aug 2014

■ The Service Station:• Phase II and III of King Edward Village 170 unit development (Aquilini) - Foreman> Brought project back on timeline and budget with a 95% reduction in customer complaints within 5 months■ Stuart Olson:• Stuart Olson Head Office - Custom Build • Burnaby Mountain, SFU condo development - Deficiency Work • Museum of Anthropology, UBC - Carpenter

> Generating graphics ready for print on product. Graphics printing. Preliminary design work, website building & web graphics.

> Creative direction of student handbook from inception to print. Created advertising, web graphics & work on interactive CD for new students. Secured proposal for revamp of student lounge and commissioned artists to create work for inclusion to 3D mural project. Completed handbook project 5 weeks ahead of schedule.

"Aeiriuhnn has proven to be a reliable and conscientious member of our team. He picks up new tasks quickly and has the smarts to clarify tasks clearly when instructions are incomplete. In the latter part of his employ he provided training to new staff who found his instruction to be clear and appropriate."Jamie McKay - Transit Division

> Research possible stories, write articles & reviews, liaison with contributing authors and publishers, arrange interviews, take photos, magazine layout & artwork, pre-press, printing, shipping, marketing, ad sales & subscriptions.

> Tutor High School Students in Grade 10 and 11 English and Math.Excellent customer service resulting in student engagement, higher grades and retention of material.Consistently thanked for a job well done.

"I have observed that Aeiriuhnn is hard working and committed to all his endeavors. He is a pro-active thinker, with a social consciousness and is eager to gain knowledge." T. Knight, Owner

> Contribute to the work of the multi-disciplinary team in fostering healthy responses to HIV/AIDS. Promote community education & resources for people living with HIV/AIDS, and related communicable diseases. Train new employees and help develop programming for public campaigns. Resident volunteer and friend to members living in hospice.

> Partnered with independent program heads along the west coast of USA to develop programs geared primarily to youth ages 15 -30. Curriculum and training included hands-on leadership development, entrepreneurship, counseling, education, and creative outlets for music and the arts. Peer engagement in relevant social, spiritual and community issues were also highlighted. Mentoring relationships with leadership in the CMA and PAOC were fostered to create accountability and community acceptance.

> Part of the Creative Leadership Team (training center, programs, music venue).Management of Volunteer staff for retail clothing store and coffee house.Managed operations of gallery, arrange shows with artists, sales, marketing & promotions.Engaged and counseled high barrier youth and provided resources to other community and agency programs when necessary.