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Sooke, British Columbia, Canada

Providing heating and cooling options to homeowners on south Vancouver Island. We plant 50 trees with every install!

Vancouver Island

Analyzing and providing HVAC options for residential home owners on south Vancouver Island.

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Spreading craft beer throughout Greater Victoria

Greater Victoria

Responsible for maximizing distribution and sales of Vancouver Island Brewery products throughout Greater Victoria. All beer, all the time.

Victoria, BC

Elite Sportswear Awards & Promotions has maintained a strong reputation as Western Canada’s foremost supplier of promotional products, awards, sportswear and corporate apparel for more than 40 years. We offer a vast selection of competitively priced products to meet every budget.

Victoria, BC

• Reporting to Communication Manager, responsible for internal and external communication projects and services:
• Provided extensive coverage on ministry projects/services by researching and developing a variety of communication materials. This included news releases, info bulletins, fact sheets, key message documents and briefing.
• Contributed to the public/media’s awareness of the ministry’s initiatives by planning, coordinating and executing special projects and events;
• Achieved business objectives by implementing strategic/communication plans and assisting in assembling resources;
• Profiled the ministry and informed stakeholders on objectives and achievements by designing, writing, editing, proofreading and distributing correspondence and web materials;
• Minimized/avoided negative impacts on the organization by identifying potential issues and taking timely action;

Victoria BC

• Reporting to Program Director, responsible for producing and hosting a news-orientated weekday talk show:
• Raised public interest and participation in a daily talk show by generating news stories and relaying the information through the website and social media outlets;
• Attracted informative/compelling guests by balancing/coordinating timeframes to meet their demanding schedules. This included developing an extensive nation-wide contact list;
• Achieved continuity and quality of program delivery by creating contingency and last-minute back-up plans when scheduled guests didn’t materialize;
• Increased listenership and audience loyalty on air and the website through timely application of social media and developing daily editorial commentary;
• Ensured the website was accurate, professional, up-to-date and in compliance with corporate communication standards by collaborating in revamping the site, and coordinating/facilitating content throughout the day;

Victoria BC

• Reporting to Regional Sales Manager, responsible for delivering/maintaining new and existing Vancouver Island accounts for Canada’s largest merchant services provider. This included:
• Managing key accounts for large and small clients;
• Maintaining client loyalty through delivery of excellent customer service;
• Achieving total territory sales budgets;
• Creating sales strategies and producing a pipeline of prospective clients;
• Identifying new business opportunities by tracking local market share/competition;

Victoria, BC

• Reporting to Store Manager, responsible for merchandising and maintaining the footwear department at Vancouver Island’s only MEC. This included:
• Assisting in merchandising and store set-up for the grand opening;
• Providing advice and gear to meet members’ outdoor needs;
• Ensuring accurate inventory, well-stocked displays and excellent customer service;
• Contributing to the safety and security of the store.

Victoria, BC

• Reporting to Sales Manager, responsible for developing new accounts within the Vancouver Island sales territory and relaying back information on competitive products, potential new accounts, trends and pricing. This.
• Initiating first meetings with potential retail clients, and conducting sales calls and product presentations.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Geography

University Transfer Arts Program