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Chief Executive Officer
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Aj Tibando is listed as Chief Executive Officer at Shift Canada, a with 3 employees, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Aj Tibando.
Aj Tibando previously worked as Strategic Advisor at Freelance and Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Officer at Palette Skills. Aj Tibando holds Master Of Arts, Political Science from University Of Waterloo.
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About Aj Tibando
Over the past 15+ years, I’ve co-founded a number of organizations and held roles such as CEO, Chief Strategy Officer, and Senior Policy Advisor. Working across startups, policy research and government, I’ve operated in multiple worlds, including tech, nonprofits and politics. My most recent startup success was Palette Skills, a national upskilling organization focused on helping fast growing companies connect with high potential untapped talent. Started as an idea over lunch, in less than five years, I grew it from a $1M organization to a $250M pan-Canadian operation serving workers from coast to coast. Prior to Palette Skills, I co-founded SoJo, an ed-tech social enterprise that helped students develop skills in social entrepreneurship. It evolved over the years to work with international development organizations training aspiring entrepreneurs in countries across Africa and the Middle East. Before all of that, I started my career as a political staffer in the Ontario government. I worked on policy files that included employment and training, economic development and innovation, post-secondary education, and social assistance reform. I spent almost six years in government during the tumultuous period of the Great Recession, and many of the experiences I gained during that time went on to form the foundation of my career for the next decade and beyond. Here’s something I’ve learned about myself - I love helping people. I love working with people, empowering them, collaborating and building together. And I’m passionate about bringing ideas to life.
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Strategic Advisor
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Freelance
I work with clients who are looking for strategic clarity and a fresh perspective on how to move a project forward. Whether you are developing a new product, redesigning an existing offering, or looking to refine and grow your operation, I can be the partner you've been looking for to help pull it off.Operating as a fractional Chief Strategy Officer, I collaborate with senior leaders to help them think differently about problems and develop novel solutions. This results in clear… Show more I work with clients who are looking for strategic clarity and a fresh perspective on how to move a project forward. Whether you are developing a new product, redesigning an existing offering, or looking to refine and grow your operation, I can be the partner you've been looking for to help pull it off.Operating as a fractional Chief Strategy Officer, I collaborate with senior leaders to help them think differently about problems and develop novel solutions. This results in clear strategies you can communicate to your team, board and funder and a roadmap to turn your strategy into outcomes.Reach out to learn more and check out my website at ajtibando.com. Show less
Sep 2024 - Present
Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Officer
Nov 2022 - Jan 2024
Co-Founder, Executive Director
Palette is a national not-for-profit dedicated to helping workers adapt to automation and build successful careers in the digital economy. It is focused on addressing two major challenges our economy is facing today:+ How to help fast growing companies find the talent they need to grow, and;+ How to help mid-career workers who are working in jobs with a high risk of automation transition to new, high demand jobs with low risk of automation.As Cofounder and Executive Director, my… Show more Palette is a national not-for-profit dedicated to helping workers adapt to automation and build successful careers in the digital economy. It is focused on addressing two major challenges our economy is facing today:+ How to help fast growing companies find the talent they need to grow, and;+ How to help mid-career workers who are working in jobs with a high risk of automation transition to new, high demand jobs with low risk of automation.As Cofounder and Executive Director, my role is to manage all aspects of the creation and launch of the organization, as well as the development and management of its programming and staff. Show less
Oct 2018 - Apr 2023
Fellow
As a Brookfield Fellow, I have the opportunity to support the Institute and participate in its activities, including seminars and events, projects, research streams and other relevant Institute activities to promote entrepreneurship and innovation nationally.
Jun 2016 - Apr 2023
Project Lead, Palette Inc
Leading the research and development of Palette Inc, a rapid retraining and skill matching platform currently being incubated within the Brookfield Institute. Palette Inc.'s mission is to help mid-career workers whose jobs are threatened by automation to retrain and upskill into high demand careers in the innovation economy. The result is a win-win-win - an ecosystem of innovative companies that find the talent they need locally, a cohort of skilled mid-career workers retrained for the… Show more Leading the research and development of Palette Inc, a rapid retraining and skill matching platform currently being incubated within the Brookfield Institute. Palette Inc.'s mission is to help mid-career workers whose jobs are threatened by automation to retrain and upskill into high demand careers in the innovation economy. The result is a win-win-win - an ecosystem of innovative companies that find the talent they need locally, a cohort of skilled mid-career workers retrained for the innovation economy, and reduced anxiety about the future for everyone.Palette is currently seeking partners for a 2018 pilot program. Contact me if you're interested. Show less
Jun 2017 - Jan 2019
Co-Founder, Ceo
As CoFounder and CEO of SoJo, I am responsible for setting the vision and strategic direction for the organization and developing our business growth and sales activities. I build and manage our team, play a lead role in marketing and promotion, and am frequently asked to speak at events about startups and social entrepreneurship.
Jan 2014 - Jun 2017
Director Of Operations
As Director of Operations, I worked on outreach and operations, team management, partnership and business development when the company was first starting out. I stepped in to keep the company running when the original Founder had to suddenly step away due to a medical emergency, and moved into the role of CEO. When we relaunched SoJo in 2014, I also took on the role of Co-Founder.
Mar 2013 - Dec 2013
Senior Advisor, Social Policy
Office Of The Minister Of Community And Social Services
As Senior Advisor, I advised the Minister on policy decisions related to social assistance and opportunities for new and innovative approaches to addressing social challenges; particularly the future transformation of the income security system in response to the recommendations of the Social Assistance Review Commission.
May 2012 - Mar 2013
Senior Policy Advisor
As Senior Policy Advisor, I advised the Minister on policy decisions related to university operations, international student attraction, financial aid and tuition policy. Led the planning and execution of major policies and projects, including the 30%-Off Ontario Tuition Grant, the ‘Putting Students First’ Strategic Plan, and the International Trillium Scholarship.
Sep 2010 - Sep 2011
Policy Advisor
As Policy Advisor, I advised the Minister of Research and Innovation on policy decisions related to research, development and funding for healthcare innovation and life sciences. Helped to launch the initial pilot for the Ontario Brain Institute, which eventually received an additional $100 million in follow on investment. Managed relationships with major stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies, research hospitals, and industry associations.
Feb 2010 - Sep 2010
Mpp Liaison And Communications Assistant
As MPP Liaison, I advised the Minister on caucus relations, gauged support for policy ideas and managed issues amongst caucus, supported all MPPs and their staff, both caucus and opposition, on all programs and policies under the jurisdiction of MTCU and developed solutions for their constituents when they encountered a problem that fell under the Ministry’s purview.
Sep 2008 - Feb 2010
Legislative Assistant
Office Of David Orazietti, Mpp
As Legislative Assistant, my responsibilities included legislative research and analysis, drafting media releases, speeches, member statements and questions for Question Period; scheduling and general office operations. I helped to develop and pass the Apology Act, which makes an apology no longer admissible as evidence of guilt (for example, using an apology from a doctor as proof of medical malpractice in a lawsuit).
Dec 2007 - Sep 2008
3 education records
Aj Tibando education
Master Of Arts, Political Science
Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science
Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science
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What company does Aj Tibando work for?
Aj Tibando works for Shift Canada.
What is Aj Tibando's role at Shift Canada?
Aj Tibando is listed as Chief Executive Officer at Shift Canada.
Where is Aj Tibando based?
Aj Tibando is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada while working with Shift Canada.
What companies has Aj Tibando worked for?
Aj Tibando has worked for Shift Canada, Freelance, Palette Skills, Palette Inc., and The Brookfield Institute For Innovation + Entrepreneurship.
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Aj Tibando holds Master Of Arts, Political Science from University Of Waterloo.
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