With over many years of experience in developing and operationalizing real estate strategies, I am a creative and collaborative real estate leader with a passion for creating exceptional workplace experiences and connecting teams around the globe. As the Director of Global Facilities and Real Estate at Hootsuite, I manage a diverse portfolio of office locations across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, and lead a team of talented professionals who deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for our growing and dynamic organization. I am driven by the mission of empowering our employees to achieve their full potential, and I value diversity, inclusion, and culture as key elements of our workplace strategy.In my current role, I have successfully led site selection, lease negotiations, workplace design projects, and facilities management for Hootsuite's offices, ensuring alignment with our business objectives, brand identity, and employee needs. I have also leveraged my extensive knowledge of the latest design trends and office markets to optimize our space utilization, enhance our employee engagement, and reduce our environmental impact. Some of the skills that I have applied and developed in this role include workshop facilitation, customer relationship management, alternative workplace strategies, and stakeholder engagement. I am always eager to learn new skills and explore new opportunities to improve our workplace performance and experience.