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Canmore, Ab, Ca

Canmore, Ab, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Transforming our vision into a reality. This is what I wake up for every day and inspire our team to believe in.Our vision is to empower the world through transformational wellness experiences. We do this by guiding some of the world’s most influential leadership teams on adventure expeditions and wellness retreats in ways that rejuvenate, reignite, and reconnect them with their greatest self, as a collective unit and their combined purpose. Our outcome, an empowered leadership team who will show up at their best for those who look up to them within their organization and their community.In launching our B2B Social Enterprise, my core responsibilities are to bridge partnerships, attract resources, uplift my team, and raise capital to grow the infrastructure needed to service our Client Executive Teams and The Shooting Star Project.The Shooting Star Project is our social impact platform established to support the rescue of kidnapped and trafficked children, and acts as a partner in their rehabilitation, so that one day they can turn the injustices they faced into personal power to go on with their life and shine their bright light into the world. This is the heart and soul of Stellar Experiences and the reason for our existence.I work relentlessly to see this succeed by thinking outside the box, leveraging my extensive global experience of turning paper napkin ideas into reality, fostering an inspired and unified organizational culture, and embodying the values of our vision.

Toronto, Canada Area

Having been at the helm of the leadership table for the past 9 years, I’ve had the pleasure to oversee the festival’s profound impact on the alcoholic beverage industry, turning a little-known beverage into a staple across hospitality establishments and liquor stores in Canada. My role has been to lead the company’s vision and development from a paper napkin idea to its meteoric rise in the marketplace, while being primarily responsible for business and partnership development, financial management, strategic planning, and operational execution. Social Impact Commitment ❖ 10,000 + meals provided to children in need through the TenFed Project/KAHC❖ 6 annual scholarships funded through the Toronto Cider Festival George Brown College Scholarship, providing financial support to exemplary students since 2016.❖ 500+ college students empowered through our volunteer and intern mentorship programsMilestones, Accolades and Results❖ Hosted 20,500+ guests over 6 festivals, seeing an increase of 27% in attendance YOY ❖ 200+ features in Canada’s most circulated and respected media outlets❖ Awarded the 2017 Notable Best Festival Award❖ Finalist in the 2018 Canadian Special Events Awards❖ Awarded 2019 Corporate LiveWire Excellence Award❖ Generated an average increase of 65% in annual net revenue year over year since 2015❖ Commitment to excellence, maintaining 60% guest retention & 90% customer satisfactionPartnerships❖ Working in collaboration with the Government of Ontario since 2017 to promote tourism❖ Established business partnerships with world renowned brands like, Jägermeister, Nordstrom, The Westin, Strongbow, and Hard Rock CaféCompany Products❖ Toronto Cider Festival – an award-winning festival and largest of its kind in Canada since 2015❖ Festival in A Box – a packaged cider and entertainment experience❖ Toronto Cider Festival: The Road Trip – an exclusive cider and dine experience across the province

Doha, Qatar

❖ On the ground management of Souq Wakif South Bus Hub, servicing hundreds of thousands of spectators, transiting from Doha International Airport and Grand Terminal - Cruise Ship, throughout 51 days of operations❖ Supporting venue operations by overseeing and evolving transport safety protocols, elevating customer service engagement, and liaising with multi-venue management to successfully deliver on our operational KPIs❖ Leading over 30 local staff through training and development, while raising team morale across the entire venue team❖ Day to day operational management, including receipt and distribution of supplies, refining operational processes, and collaborating with Venue Management, Security, CCW, Workforce and Bus Systems

The Blue Mountains, Ontario, Canada

Owner & Developer of a profitable 5-star boutique retreat & vacation property, one of the top vacation rental experiences in Blue Mountains, Ontario. ❖ Established a relaxation haven in the Georgian Bay region of Ontario❖ Hosted more than 250 guests from 8 different countries❖ Specialized in hospitality and guest experiences with over 120 5-star reviews❖ Honoured with the title of AirBnB SuperHost for 8 consecutive quarters

Toronto, Canada Area

Responsible for leading the outdoor production for one of the world's most recognized film festivals❖ Built and executed a comprehensive production plan for TIFF's Outdoor Festival footprint in Toronto's renowned Entertainment District❖ Risk management and event leadership as Incident Commander having implemented plans with senior management and City of Toronto Emergency Services❖ Collaborated with high impact stakeholders like Toronto Police, Toronto Fire Services, City of Toronto, and TIFF International Corporate Partners such as, L'Oréal, Peloton, Air France, RBC, and Coach towards a seamless festival execution❖ Worked with city officials, police force, traffic controllers and suppliers to divert public traffic to create a secured premises for the outdoor red carpets with high profile celebrities including Tom Hanks, Robert De Niro, Jennifer Lopez, Meryl Streep, and Bradley Cooper❖ Led and empowered a team of direct reports, volunteers, and event contractors to fulfill their roles at the highest standard

Queensland, Australia

Primary point of leadership for: ❖ Operational success of the Gold Coast Airport team of 14 direct reports and a total of 127 staff, through accountability, relationship management, training and development ❖ Operational planning, implementation & execution of key functional area operations in collaboration with Airport Authorities, Australia Border Force, Athletes, Dignitaries, Media & relevant stakeholders ❖ Development of venue operations manual featuring contingency plans, risk assessments, evacuations plan, radio fleet map, staff trainings and stakeholder presentations Venue Overlay & Supplier Management: ❖ On Site Management through all 4 weeks of operations » Supervision & management of the Staging Area Venue through coordination of permits, managing contractors, and ensuring safe site management ❖ CCW (Catering, Cleaning and Waste) management to ensure clean, safe and effective working

Toronto, Canada Area

❖ Venue Site layout planning to deliver a fully integrated, safe and accessible venue while coordinating & managing relationships with BBC Broadcast Studio, City of Toronto, Nuit Blanche Event & Prince Harry’s Security team ❖ Venue Lead in charge of overlay commodities and development of Overlay construction; as well as responsible for fit out scheduling for the iconic Nathan Philips Square, Canada’s largest public square ❖ Games Time Site Management of all suppliers and contractors

Belize

❖ Set up the management and administration processes for the 5-star resort development, responsible for creation of policies and processes for staff and system implementation for resort departments to streamline job accountability, team development and company vision❖ Daily staff management during property acquisition, construction and new management implementation❖ Ensured 100% customer satisfaction through guest relations, while upholding 5-star industry standards

Toronto, Canada Area

❖ Logistics management at Pearson Airport, including receipt and distribution of supplies during set up, transition, tear down, while collaborating with Venue Management, Security, Bus Systems, and Transport ❖ Support of venue logistics operations for multiple accommodation sites (5) for more than 8000 athletes ❖ Team Management of 40 members through training, development & support, ensuring timely delivery of targets

Toronto

❖ Consistently exceeding world class bar standard, maintaining the cleanliness to be able to compete for top sales, while providing exceptional customer service through enthusiasm and customer awareness❖ Elected Front of House, Employee of the Month in October 2012

Toronto

❖ Event execution of the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca Cola in Toronto, Canada❖ Organization & planning of logistics for FIFA World Cup Representatives; ensuring that international VIP guests are escorted at Toronto Pearson International Airport ❖ Vendor contract negotiations for clients such as Coca Cola, Canadian Tire and CIBC

Sydney, Australia

❖ Courteously greeted guests and escorted them to their tables ❖ Upheld and endorsed the Marriott Policy of “Spirit to serve” on a daily basis❖ Developed my familiarity with coffee making, wines and gourmet food❖ Offered my services in other departments of the hotel including, In Room Dinning and Banquet Department❖ Wrote inventory reports and end of shift closing blogs ❖ Provided suggestions to promote service improvements within the restaurant❖ Effective in motivating the team to perform with an exceptional level of service

Special Events Planning Diploma, Event Planning Management

Activities and Societies: Founded and developed The GBC Though Huskies - a specialized fitness club with the purpose of creating.

Business & Leadership Development

Tony Robbins: Business Mastery (March 2021)

Leadership And Personal Development

Mastery University Curriculum • Tony Robbins: Unleash the Power Within (November 2018) • Tony Robbins: Unleash the Power Within (July.

Education record

Graduate of Landmark Education Curriculum: - Landmark Forum - Landmark Advanced - Self Expression and Leadership Programs Successfully.