HIGHLIGHTSUltimately responsible for the general management and operations of all aspects of business Ex-officio member of Board of Directors and standing Committees as non-voting memberOversees competent fiscal management including an annual operating budget, endowments and investments totalling approximately 7.5 million dollarsServes as the chief spokesperson for the organizationLeads public relations, branding, communications, and advocacy strategiesIdentifies… Show more HIGHLIGHTSUltimately responsible for the general management and operations of all aspects of business Ex-officio member of Board of Directors and standing Committees as non-voting memberOversees competent fiscal management including an annual operating budget, endowments and investments totalling approximately 7.5 million dollarsServes as the chief spokesperson for the organizationLeads public relations, branding, communications, and advocacy strategiesIdentifies critical risk areas, implements and monitors risk mitigation and management strategiesEnsures the infrastructure and all internal systems effectively serve the needs of the organizationParticipates in the ongoing development of policies and ensures the organization is in compliance with legislative requirementsEffectively communicates a vision and collaborates with the board of directors to set the strategic direction of the organizationOperationalizes the strategic framework and oversees the implementation of all operational plans to align with organizational goalsCollaborates effectively with community partners, local hospitals and healthcare professionalsBuilds productive relationships with a variety of donors, sponsors, community leaders and service providersLeads a committed team of professionals who are transforming supportive cancer care in the communityPlaces a priority on responsive program planning, statistics, program evaluation and evidence informed practicesEmpowers innovative approaches to philanthropy and community engagementExemplifies strength in staff retention by ensuring an equitable and inclusive workplace culture through access to professional and personal development opportunities CONFERENCESThe Canada Healthcare Innovation Summit Show less

HIGHLIGHTSActs as an advisor to the board of directors in a variety of areas including governance, board development and strategic planningServes as the chief spokesperson for PRCImplements and monitors risk management strategiesProvides leadership and coaching to over 15 staff and studentsProvides competent fiscal management and oversees the annual operating budgetPlaces a priority on responsive program planning, statistics, program evaluation and evidence informed… Show more HIGHLIGHTSActs as an advisor to the board of directors in a variety of areas including governance, board development and strategic planningServes as the chief spokesperson for PRCImplements and monitors risk management strategiesProvides leadership and coaching to over 15 staff and studentsProvides competent fiscal management and oversees the annual operating budgetPlaces a priority on responsive program planning, statistics, program evaluation and evidence informed practicesPlays an active role in grant writing and seeking out potential funding opportunitiesImplements initiatives to increase the capacity of PRCParticipates in the ongoing development of policyEnsures an operational plan is in place to achieve strategic goalsOversees government relations, fundraising, communications & advocacyDevelops marketing strategies and, with the team, creates overall corporate identity Proposes and implements innovative approaches to community engagement, awareness campaigns and fundraisingBuilds and maintains effective partnerships with funders, corporate partners and community organizationsEngages in organizational self-reflection to ensure services are aligned with strategic goals Retains professional staff by ensuring access to both professional and personal development opportunities Creates an equitable and inclusive workplace cultureContinuously evaluates overall success of the organizationCONFERENCESThe Art of Leadership - Mindfulness and LeadershipNon-Profit Driven annual public policy conference Top Talent Summit - Employee EngagementThe Art Of Marketing- Emerging Marketing Trends and StrategiesMental Health Commission of Canada - Mental Health First Aid AFP International Boston, MA-ConferenceUBC Interprofessional Continuing Education-Early Childhood Development Conference Stanford University, Non-profit Management Institute-Conference on social change and resiliencyCACC - Urgency Around Permanency National Best Practices Summit Show less

Member of the board and provided coaching to the Adoption Council of Canada Executive Director.

HIGHLIGHTSFounding member of the hospice and respite Campus of Care development in Abbotsford, BC; the first of its kind in North America.Developed public relations strategies and created innovative brand awareness campaigns Wrote and delivered engaging speeches and served as official spokesperson for the organizationMaintained an exceptional relationship with media outlets and key trade networksCultivated and maintained relationships at senior levels of both municipal and… Show more HIGHLIGHTSFounding member of the hospice and respite Campus of Care development in Abbotsford, BC; the first of its kind in North America.Developed public relations strategies and created innovative brand awareness campaigns Wrote and delivered engaging speeches and served as official spokesperson for the organizationMaintained an exceptional relationship with media outlets and key trade networksCultivated and maintained relationships at senior levels of both municipal and provincial governments, community leaders and high net worth donorsEffectively managed and increased the operational budgetLed in the identification of sponsors and funding sources to ensure annual targets were being metIntroduced new services to increase program capacityCreated the preliminary strategy for the hospice residence capital campaign and developed a statement of case for the projectLed a team of 10 staff and oversaw a group of 8 consultants in marketing, fundraising and project developmentProvided coaching and performance reviews for staffOversaw implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs and servicesWorked collaboratively with the board of directors to ensure the organizational goals were defined and achievedRecommended organizational policies to maximize the effectiveness of day-to-day operationsPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTKit Yarrow, PhD, Consumer Psychologist-Generation “Y” Decoded Pro Bono Law of BC & McCarthy Tetrault–Operation of societies & charities: common issuesUnited Way-Leadership Development ProgramVantage Vancouver-The Critical Role of the Board Chair University of the Fraser Valley-Adult LearningBC Institute of Technology-Human Rights and the Law and Recruitment and SelectionBC Hospice Palliative Care Association-Palliative Care Education and AdvocacyBC Association of Police Boards-Policing in Challenging Times and Board GovernanceAlgonquin College-Organizational Behaviour and Management Principles Show less