Operation Groundswell is a not-for-profit organization that facilitates intimate, immersive, and educational travel experiences that positively affect the lives of program participants and the communities they visit. We work with grassroots organizations and local businesses to encourage the next generation of leaders to think globally while equipping them to act locally.As Managing Director, I oversee daily operations, supporting a diverse and multidisciplinary team of regional staff… Show more Operation Groundswell is a not-for-profit organization that facilitates intimate, immersive, and educational travel experiences that positively affect the lives of program participants and the communities they visit. We work with grassroots organizations and local businesses to encourage the next generation of leaders to think globally while equipping them to act locally.As Managing Director, I oversee daily operations, supporting a diverse and multidisciplinary team of regional staff and local program leaders to ensure responsible budget management, safe program delivery, and the achievement of organizational objectives. I also have the privilege of managing strategic relationships with educational institutions, businesses, and non-profit organizations around the world to create new opportunities for community-engaged learning. Show less

As Director of Program Development, I oversaw the design of new curriculum and supervised the continued development of existing programs for OG. During my tenure, I introduced rigorous quality metrics and evaluative systems leading to improvements in program consistency, participant satisfaction scores, and learning outcomes.I developed relationships with high schools, colleges, and universities across Canada and the US, building a database of contacts and increasing OG’s portfolio of… Show more As Director of Program Development, I oversaw the design of new curriculum and supervised the continued development of existing programs for OG. During my tenure, I introduced rigorous quality metrics and evaluative systems leading to improvements in program consistency, participant satisfaction scores, and learning outcomes.I developed relationships with high schools, colleges, and universities across Canada and the US, building a database of contacts and increasing OG’s portfolio of custom programs by over 300%. Show less

As Special Projects Director, I oversaw regional operations in Central America and established OG’s first regional office or 'hub' before implementing the place-based operational model around the world.I designed OG’s first university program with Stanford’s GSB and oversaw the development of custom programs (B2B) as part of OG's continued growth into the post-secondary market.

Granito Coffee is a farmer-owned social enterprise and direct-trade coffee roaster dedicated to providing market access to coffee growers in Guatemala by leveraging e-commerce and connecting small producers directly to consumers in N.America.As a co-founder, I helped establish operations in Canada and the US and assist with business development including supply chain management and strategic partnerships.

As Safety Abroad Officer, I oversaw strategic programs including SFD and monitored the health and safety of university staff, students, and faculty during their international activities, providing assistance in the event of an emergency. I developed curriculum and delivered pre-departure training and workshops in risk management, cross-cultural communication, and international career development for university staff, students, and faculty in alignment with the University's international… Show more As Safety Abroad Officer, I oversaw strategic programs including SFD and monitored the health and safety of university staff, students, and faculty during their international activities, providing assistance in the event of an emergency. I developed curriculum and delivered pre-departure training and workshops in risk management, cross-cultural communication, and international career development for university staff, students, and faculty in alignment with the University's international mobility goals. Show less