Michelle S. Email & Phone Number

Vancouver, Bc, Ca

Investment, philanthropy and other fun things. Reach out to connect if you're doing something cool and want to chat.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

I helped Canadian companies to access supports to grow. This was especially proud work as I decided to join government just prior to the global pandemic (COVID-19 crisis).

Toronto, Canada Area

My boutique consulting business based in the Greater Toronto and Vancouver, BC, areas. Services include short-term operations, finance and admin improvements, market and opportunity research, strategy development, grants and proposals, financing and investor pitch development, and program development. Projects ranged from $1M - $250M.

Toronto, Canada Area

WaterTAP was an Ontario government-funded accelerator focused on helping water technology entrepreneurs, utilities, and investors make the connections and find the resources they need to keep our water sector prospering. As WaterTAP's inaugural COO, I worked closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to ensure WaterTAP delivered on its strategic and operating plans. In just 6 months in the role, I improved business process in several areas of the organization, making significant positive… Show more WaterTAP was an Ontario government-funded accelerator focused on helping water technology entrepreneurs, utilities, and investors make the connections and find the resources they need to keep our water sector prospering. As WaterTAP's inaugural COO, I worked closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to ensure WaterTAP delivered on its strategic and operating plans. In just 6 months in the role, I improved business process in several areas of the organization, making significant positive impacts to finance, HR, culture, compliance, audit and client-facing programs. Due to the 2018 change in Ontario government, and to help secure the future funding position of the organization, I created the restructuring plan which recommended the position of Chief Operating Officer of WaterTAP be combined with the role of interim CEO in order to right-size the organization. Although my time with WaterTAP was brief, it was impactful and valued by the Board of Directors. My choice to restructure my role at WaterTAP is an example of how I put the needs of an organization first. Show less

Vancouver, Canada Area

Recruited from SFU to lead the creation of knowledge translation programs for a new $4M health innovation fund for the Providence Healthcare Network of hospitals. Examples include a health-specific business model canvas tool and workflow change workshops for healthcare settings to reduce barriers for the adoption of technology and process improvement. Produced a +100-page report to the St. Paul's hospital renewal task force (multi-institution stakeholder group) on Inter-professional Education… Show more Recruited from SFU to lead the creation of knowledge translation programs for a new $4M health innovation fund for the Providence Healthcare Network of hospitals. Examples include a health-specific business model canvas tool and workflow change workshops for healthcare settings to reduce barriers for the adoption of technology and process improvement. Produced a +100-page report to the St. Paul's hospital renewal task force (multi-institution stakeholder group) on Inter-professional Education, providing strategic recommendations and actionable insights based on a review of global best practices and insights from interviews with global experts. Show less

Vancouver, Canada Area

► Mentor-In-Residence Invited role to provide expert coaching and mentoring to early-stage education tech, health tech and service ventures.

Vancouver, Canada Area

► Course Designer & Instructor Entrepreneurship course co-offered by Beedie School of Business and Applied Science to facilitate development of 4th year technology entrepreneurship program projects into scalable startups. In this flipped classroom, teams validate their business models experientially through engagement with early customers. Lean Entrepreneur and Customer Development principles are learned concurrently through online lectures, quizzes and invited industry and academic… Show more ► Course Designer & Instructor Entrepreneurship course co-offered by Beedie School of Business and Applied Science to facilitate development of 4th year technology entrepreneurship program projects into scalable startups. In this flipped classroom, teams validate their business models experientially through engagement with early customers. Lean Entrepreneur and Customer Development principles are learned concurrently through online lectures, quizzes and invited industry and academic experts.► Program Manager Re-structuring and elevation of SFU Venture Connection, an early-stage business incubator to become a core component of the new SFU Innovates strategy. Led operations and entrepreneurship programming at all 3 SFU campuses (Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey) to service 50-60 student and faculty-led ventures annually. Managed start-up education workshops, competitions, speaker events, and mentoring with industry executives. Responsible for new funding proposals, annual reports to major sponsors, increasing industry support 10X for the annual SFU Venture Prize competition from $5000 to $50,000, and rebuilt relationships leading to a major 5-year re-commitment of $1M of program support.► Special Projects ManagerVarious research and program projects, including conception and launch of “INSPIRE” (INnovative Science Programs Integrating Research and Education), a $2M curriculum reengineering initiative in the Faculty of Science at SFU. This initiative engaged 91 out of 235 faculty from all 8 Departments to collaboratively create 51 innovative proposals, several of which have launched or are in development. I also participated in the Degree Learning Expectations working group, data analysis for Strategic Enrolment Planning, financial model for an SFU Brewing Program (output of INSPIRE), and strategy planning for the Faculty. Show less

Vancouver, Canada Area

► Executive Director, FitCity for Women Health ClubsResponsible for a staff of 120 instructors through 4 manager reports. Directed operations in Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond and Maple Ridge, BC.► Owner, BodyBeyond Fitness Founded and grew this business to profitability in one year. Created and registered IP for TaikoFit® - the drumming workout. CIPO #TMA664307. The program continues to be taught throughout the US and Canada.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Primary instructor delivering the SFU Weight Training courses, taught every semester as an optional module for 3rd and 4th year kinesiology students at SFU. These 3-day, BCRPA-approved courses teach the basics of human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and fitness theory. During this time I held the BC Recreation and Parks (BCRPA) Trainer/Supervisor of Fitness Leaders registration for all the major streams (Group Exercise, Weight Training, Personal Training).

Executive Mba, Business Administration And Management, General, Ivey Scholar With Distinction

Ranked as one of the top Executive Education providers globally by Financial Times, the Ivey Executive MBA is designed for mid to late.

Icd.D, Corporate Governance

The ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program (DEP), jointly developed by the Institute of Corporate Directors and the University.

Phd, Pharmacology

Scholarship recipient. Training in biochemistry, molecular immunology, cellular biology. Research on the control of cellular signalling.

Associate Certificate, Sustainable Energy Management, Graduated With Distinction (> 90% Overall).

Post-graduate, accelerated management program for the sustainable energy sector. Project-based business & technical training in areas.

Post-Graduate Certificate, Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Development And Regulation

Designed for physicians, pharmacists, PhDs and other health professionals who are entering or recently joined the regulatory affairs.

Bsc, Hons. Biology And Psychology

Competitive entry, double major honours degree designed for students with broad interests in the biological and neurosciences with intent.