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-Ran a successful experiment to assess the feasibility of automated ingestion and classification of corporate financial statement data using OCR and machine learning.-As part of the OCR experiment, I created a standardized financial statement data dictionary and structure, evolved the intelligence of the OCR engine (through supervised learning activities.

-Present high quality loan proposals over $1M for businesses in various industries-Conduct appropriate due diligence and develop a global understanding of the business being studied to identify strengths and potential risks. When necessary, negotiate with internal partners to adjust the deal structure in accordance with the organization’s risk.

Montreal, Canada Area

-Identify business needs and capture detailed requirements for to support the implementation of operational initiatives-Design and implement solutions in collaboration with IT, ensuring business needs are met-Assess the impact of procedural or technological changes and coordinate communication and/or training for the affected groups.

Consulting Department - Head Office

-Executed transition plan centralizing the regional Client Relationship Officer (CRO) teams into a national Operations Support Team.-Manage a national CRO team located across Canada, focused on providing business development and project management support-Oversee various strategic projects and/or initiatives aimed at increasing impact on clients or.

Consulting Department - BDC Head Office

• Planned, developed and deployed a national queue for Consulting proposal preparation and project openings
• Developed transition plan to centralize the regional Client Relationship Officers into a national Operations Support team (virtual team).
• Key contributor in the creation of the desired end state Consulting delivery management process including high-level guiding principles, roles, processes and tools.
• Subject Matter Expert on Consulting mid-office system project. Activities… Show more
• Subject Matter Expert on Consulting mid-office system project. Activities included planning sessions, design of business processes, deployment options, training & change management Show less

BDC Place Ville Marie Business Centre

• Managed a team of Client Relationship Officers (CROs) supporting the Consulting Operations for the province of Quebec including leading all HR processes (recruitment, performance management, coaching, etc.)
• Conducted monthly project portfolio reviews to ensure that the project management and accounts receivable management procedure is adhered to at all times, and to resolve issues.
• Planned, developed and deployed a queue for Consulting proposal preparation and project openings for the… Show more
• Planned, developed and deployed a queue for Consulting proposal preparation and project openings for the Quebec Region. Supported the planning and deployment of the same initiative in every region.
• Complete variance and trend analysis on regional operations and initiatives, produce and analyze reports on regional and area performance and resolving issues
• Participated in the management of a network of high calibre consultants by screening new consultants, managing registration process and reviewing client satisfaction to incorporate customer feedback into Consultants’.

Finance Department - BDC Head Office

• Coordinated the Consulting back-office operations and supported the team in resolving problems in complex situations (informal leadership role)
• Ensured the integrity, completeness, accuracy and timely processing of transactions as well as control in accordance to policies and procedures
• Pro-actively identified opportunities and recommended operational efficiency and effectiveness improvements including enhancement of internal controls
• Evaluated training needs of the back-office… Show more
• Evaluated training needs of the back-office and mid-office teams; set up a training program for internal processes to ensure uniform processing of consulting transactions
• Respond to on-going requests from the operational group and internal and external auditors by providing the appropriate analysis Show less

Finance Department - BDC Head Office

• Contributed to the integrity and control of financial data by reviewing and processing all authorized transactions in accordance with BDC policies and procedures
• Reviewed and analyzed reports, recommended priorities and communicated with branches to initiate and follow-up on corrective action if necessary.
• Register sales, review and process network consultant invoices, issue client bills, process contract amendments and other change requests, deposit funds to client… Show more
• Register sales, review and process network consultant invoices, issue client bills, process contract amendments and other change requests, deposit funds to client accounts.
• Ensure timely processing of accounts receivables for consulting operations by sending appropriate letters and documentation of customer comments up to and including the closing of the files
• Coach and support field staff in the proper interpretation of policies and procedures Show less

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

B.Comm, Finance

-Graduated with Great Distinction

Dec, Honors Commerce