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As a leader with FortisBC's external relations team, I managed a team responsible for government and community consultation as FortisBC leads the low-carbon energy transition in B.C. I also led negotiations and consultation on major capital projects across the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.This included:- Inspiring a team of stakeholder relations professionals to professionally develop and exceed personal and business priorities- Developing policy positions and submissions to ensure alignment between various levels of government regarding the energy transition in B.C- Collaborating and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders to identify and pursue new business opportunities

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

As a Community Relations Manager for Major Projects, I led FortisBC's stakeholder consultation for large infrastructure projects across the Lower Mainland.This included:- Negotiating and executing agreements with local municipal governments- Establishing relationships and consulting with stakeholders to understand concerns in order to mitigate public impacts, and to pursue socio-economic opportunities- Presenting project information publicly at high-profile events

Vancouver, Canada Area

As a Human Resources and Finance Business Analyst with the B.C. Utilities Commission, I performed various human resources, finance, information technology, procurement, and business planning functions.This included:- Strategizing with senior management and consulting the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Finance to develop the Commission’s 2017-2020 Business Plan- Supporting various finance, procurement and information technology priorities- Exploring best practices and implementing a new performance management program

Vancouver, Canada Area

As a Planning, Policy & Customer Relations Analyst, I contributed to regulatory files and resolved issues between regulated entities and their customers.This included:- Executing on the public consultation process for the Residential Inclining Block (RIB) Electricity Rate report by determining a strategy to request and receive feedback on specific questions from the Minister of Energy and Mines and the Minister Responsible for Core Review from residents without access to natural gas in rural communities throughout B.C.- Analyzing the feedback received and presenting information to senior management and Commissioners to ensure a well-informed decision- Liaising between customers and regulated entities including BC Hydro, FortisBC and ICBC to resolve issues and customer complaints

Vancouver Island, Southern Interior, Prince George, Bc

I led teams on Vancouver Island, as well as the southern and northern interior of B.C to promote energy conservation initiatives to commercial partners to help achieve the Clean Energy Act’s conservation targets.This included:- Building relationships with over 150 different commercial partners- Communicating program achievements and metrics to senior management- Training BC Hydro teams around the province to consult with stakeholders on conservation and energy efficiency opportunities

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

Activities and Societies: President, MBA Student Society.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Recreation And Health Education Co-Operative Education, Graduated With Distinction & Dean'S List (Top 10%).

Associate'S Degree, General Arts & Diploma, Arts And Science Studies

Activities and Societies: Team Captain - Camosun College Men's Basketball Team.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Member of Vancouver Island University Men's Basketball Team.