Chris Workman Email & Phone Number

North Bay

NTJJ strives to develop all it's members to become self confident, physically fit, and to have fun. Teamwork and friendship are our recipe for success.Northern Tsunami operates out of North Bay, Ontario. Our organization is dedicated to the development of physical and mental wellness through Martial Arts training.

North Bay, Ontario

Established and led a dedicated corporate service department specializing in business analysis and project management, driving organizational change. Orchestrated the allocation of department resources for major projects spanning various divisions (Corporate Services, Rail, Remanufacturing, Passenger Services), aligning with the company's business plan and transformation program. Managed multiple projects, overseeing functional requirements and department duties. Provided guidance, mentoring, and training on continuous improvement tools and methodologies to employees at all levels. Ensured alignment of projects with the strategic direction outlined in the organization's business plan. Evaluated and optimized the organization's performance management systems, ensuring compliance with reporting standards for consistent measurement, monitoring, and performance improvement. Conducted audits and root cause analyses on productivity and reliability measurements, identifying areas for enhancement. Designed, developed, and documented administrative and production processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Implemented strategies to reduce waste, increase revenues, and cut expenses. Spearheaded benchmarking and best practice sharing through key performance indicators across the organization. Conducted diagnostic assessments of operational processes to identify and implement areas of improvement.

North Bay

As a seasoned professional, I specialized in performing meticulous quality evaluations and audits for passenger car and locomotive refurbishment facilities. My expertise extends to assessing and optimizing workflows by identifying and addressing bottleneck processes, employing Six Sigma standards, and implementing methodologies to systematically reduce waste across manufacturing and administrative functions. I have a proven track record of managing and building highly effective project teams, utilizing subject matter experts to achieve project milestones and timelines. My proficiency in implementing and monitoring LEAN manufacturing processes for rail and refurbishment operations contributes to streamlined and cost-effective operations. With a keen eye for detail, I excel in in-depth requirements gathering and analysis, ensuring accurate timelines and measurable objectives for key project sponsors and stakeholders. Additionally, my skills include the coordination of telecommunication customer work orders, adept management of change initiatives, and oversight of construction projects. My collaborative approach extends to scheduling within multi-divisional organizations, where I successfully provide both hands-on and remote teleconference training sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency.

In this role, I was dedicated to maintaining and creating technical applications that harness the power of business intelligence through collaborative and dynamic content management systems. My responsibilities extend to technical requirements gathering and effective project management, ensuring seamless execution of initiatives. I deployed Google Analytics and webmaster tools to monitor site traffic and assess the success of return on investment campaigns. Leveraging my skills, I created comprehensive course guides and training materials, enhancing the knowledge base of employees while introducing new processes and procedures. Additionally, I provided valuable creative support to the Communications department, contributing to numerous campaigns, initiatives, and analysis. Proficient in LAMP technologies, I generate custom reports tailored to the unique needs of telecommunication and rail divisions. Recognized for my expertise, I was appointed to train all employees in new and emerging technologies throughout the company. My role also encompassed programming and online software support, as well as the development and maintenance of corporate internet and intranet sites.

- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Goju Ryu (OKGKS)- 2nd Degree Black Belt in Ju Jutsu (OKGKS)- 1st Degree Brown Belt in Kuk Sool Won (KMAC)- Creative direction and marketing support for the OKGKS Canadian Martial Arts federation. Develop and implement all creative materials, event planning, and maintain web content and media.

Over the years I have developed creative solutions in the area of new media. Creating brands and consulting in technology for a variety of customers. My focus is to deliver strong media direction while enhancing the product brand recognition through social media and traditional strategies.

Through customer focus and strategic direction, I worked with the marketing team to create innovative solutions for a full docket of clientele.

Interactive Multimedia & Technology

Honors Graduate.

Graphic Design