Dylan Brenneman Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Canada Area

• Assisted customers in selecting products based on their celebratory occasion i.e., wedding, birthday etc. • Processed transactions for customers, licensees and special occasion permits using a POS system. • Assisted in receiving merchandise from vendors and help ed in the inventory control process. • Restocked and faced products on shelves to ensure a seamless shopping experience for consumers. • Fundraised for the United Way, SickKids, Women’s College Hospital and other… Show more • Assisted customers in selecting products based on their celebratory occasion i.e., wedding, birthday etc. • Processed transactions for customers, licensees and special occasion permits using a POS system. • Assisted in receiving merchandise from vendors and help ed in the inventory control process. • Restocked and faced products on shelves to ensure a seamless shopping experience for consumers. • Fundraised for the United Way, SickKids, Women’s College Hospital and other worthy organizations. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Exceeded individual daily sales targets of $5,000. closing ratio of 10.9% and an average sale of $1,250. • Sold value added products and services (VAPS) for furniture, appliances, and mattresses. • Promoted and processed applications for Leon’s financial options: Leon’s Desjardins Visa and EasyFinancial. • Aided in maintaining consistent merchandising standards and accurate inventory control processes. • Ensured orders were delivered in a timely fashion and addressed any… Show more • Exceeded individual daily sales targets of $5,000. closing ratio of 10.9% and an average sale of $1,250. • Sold value added products and services (VAPS) for furniture, appliances, and mattresses. • Promoted and processed applications for Leon’s financial options: Leon’s Desjardins Visa and EasyFinancial. • Aided in maintaining consistent merchandising standards and accurate inventory control processes. • Ensured orders were delivered in a timely fashion and addressed any issues which may have arose. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Contributed to articles published on the intranet.• Prepared meeting minutes for the weekly Corporate and Regulatory Affairs department huddle.• Contributed to the daily internal Social Media and Issues Monitoring Report.• Used social media monitoring skills to leverage platforms including: TweetDeck and Hootsuite. • Assisted with planning the IESO’s Regional Spring Forums for 2019 in Kingston and Thunder Bay.• Created invitation lists comprised of over 400 municipal and… Show more • Contributed to articles published on the intranet.• Prepared meeting minutes for the weekly Corporate and Regulatory Affairs department huddle.• Contributed to the daily internal Social Media and Issues Monitoring Report.• Used social media monitoring skills to leverage platforms including: TweetDeck and Hootsuite. • Assisted with planning the IESO’s Regional Spring Forums for 2019 in Kingston and Thunder Bay.• Created invitation lists comprised of over 400 municipal and electricity sector employees. • Aided in developing material for the VP’s speaking engagements at these two forums. • Assisted with the development of a new intranet for the IESO including wireframe mockups. • Aided in developing and distributing material for the IESO’s new Corporate Strategy and Vision. • Routinely edited content on the intranet to ensure relevancy and accuracy.• Uploaded 900 profile pictures to every IESO employee’s profile page. • Worked with a variety of groups within the IESO to create and maintain intranet content.• Participated in the Government Affairs weekly huddle. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

I volunteered in MPP Mike Schreiner's Office at Queen's Park for 8 months. Some of my responsibilities were as follows: • Researched issues impacting the lives of Ontarians and Guelph constituents. • Conducted policy research and analysis to support the development of party’s platform. • Researched the top issues being debated at Queen’s Park to develop briefing notes and key messages for MPP Schreiner to use at Question Period Debates. • Drafted a variety of communications… Show more I volunteered in MPP Mike Schreiner's Office at Queen's Park for 8 months. Some of my responsibilities were as follows: • Researched issues impacting the lives of Ontarians and Guelph constituents. • Conducted policy research and analysis to support the development of party’s platform. • Researched the top issues being debated at Queen’s Park to develop briefing notes and key messages for MPP Schreiner to use at Question Period Debates. • Drafted a variety of communications products including: correspondences, speeches, press releases and briefing documents.• Contributed to Bill 71, Paris Galt Moraine Conservation Act, which if passed, will be the first Green Party of Ontario Bill to receive Royal Assent. • Edited documents to mirror MPP Schreiner’s speech patterns and ensure speeches accurately reflect the Green Party of Ontario’s values. • Aided in writing press releases, speeches and attended events to prepare content for social media and email updates. • Participated in media scrums at Queen’s Park. • Assisted in managing social media for the Green Party of Ontario and MPP Schreiner’s political accounts. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

I completed a postgraduate certificate in Government Relations Management at Seneca College. This is an eight month program with a capstone requirement of volunteering with a sitting MP, MPP or municipal councillor. I completed my capstone with Mike Schreiner, MPP for Guelph and leader of the Green Party of Ontario. More information about the program can be found here: http://www.senecacollege.ca/programs/fulltime/GRM.html

Guelph

I managed a team of approx. 15 individuals to ensure that merchandise from vendors was received in a timely manner. This included verification that the appropriate quantity and type of inventory had been shipped. I ensured that these purchase orders were placed in the warehouse in a manner that is convenient for the pickers while consolidating same UPC stock and rotation of product. I also aided in other areas of the warehouse, such as in production, when needed. This ensured customer orders… Show more I managed a team of approx. 15 individuals to ensure that merchandise from vendors was received in a timely manner. This included verification that the appropriate quantity and type of inventory had been shipped. I ensured that these purchase orders were placed in the warehouse in a manner that is convenient for the pickers while consolidating same UPC stock and rotation of product. I also aided in other areas of the warehouse, such as in production, when needed. This ensured customer orders were shipped in a timely manner to achieve production targets and that orders were shipped within 24 hours of them being placed. Show less

Guelph

I served as the primary lead for inventory control which is obtained through accurate receiving procedures, cycle counts and loss prevention measures. I provided coaching and guidance to merchandising associates to ensure company standards were met and implemented programs such as In-Stock for the Customer (IS4TC) which ensured shelves were 100% stocked. As key holder, I performed admin/ management duties such as opening/closing the store, providing support where needed and any other needs that… Show more I served as the primary lead for inventory control which is obtained through accurate receiving procedures, cycle counts and loss prevention measures. I provided coaching and guidance to merchandising associates to ensure company standards were met and implemented programs such as In-Stock for the Customer (IS4TC) which ensured shelves were 100% stocked. As key holder, I performed admin/ management duties such as opening/closing the store, providing support where needed and any other needs that may arise.I coordinated product flow and ensured out of stock inventory was prioritized for product placement. I Worked with various vendors to obtain credit for damaged products, onlinereturns and discontinued inventory. Ensured accurate filing systems for purchase orders, receiver confirmation reports, RTVs & transfers. Executed new planograms and merchandise reflow as per company standards to ensure product is placed properly. Provided coaching and training to associates in my department. Worked with the Sales & Service departments to ensure consumer needs are being achieved and sales goals are frequently surpassed. Show less

Guelph

I worked on the sales floor to sell large items such as furniture, mattresses and seasonal equipment such as lawnmowers and snowblowers. This entailed selling the merchandise through DSP and ensuring the merchandise is delivered to the appropriate location (Sears store or customers address). I frequently sold related agreements/services to the customer such as Guardsman, Stain Protection Agreement (SPA) and add ons such as additional warranties, bed frames, protect-a-bed etc. This position also… Show more I worked on the sales floor to sell large items such as furniture, mattresses and seasonal equipment such as lawnmowers and snowblowers. This entailed selling the merchandise through DSP and ensuring the merchandise is delivered to the appropriate location (Sears store or customers address). I frequently sold related agreements/services to the customer such as Guardsman, Stain Protection Agreement (SPA) and add ons such as additional warranties, bed frames, protect-a-bed etc. This position also addressed any issues that may have arisen such as damaged goods, changes in delivery or warranty claims. I also assisted in stock replenishment and tidiness standards as necessary. During the final few months of Sears Canada, I also cross sold in Craftsman & Major Appliances. Show less

Guelph

I worked in the Merchandise Division of Sears, this entailed managing store merchandise, catalogue orders and assisting with administrative work. Key duties for administration involved ensuring all cash registers and the safe were balanced, filing and archiving all store documents and operating the switchboard. Catalogue and receiving required the oversight of all catalogue, online and retail merchandise, from unloading it off the trailer until it is purchased by customers. This involved… Show more I worked in the Merchandise Division of Sears, this entailed managing store merchandise, catalogue orders and assisting with administrative work. Key duties for administration involved ensuring all cash registers and the safe were balanced, filing and archiving all store documents and operating the switchboard. Catalogue and receiving required the oversight of all catalogue, online and retail merchandise, from unloading it off the trailer until it is purchased by customers. This involved putting the merchandise in the designated storage areas, ensuring pricing was accurate and selling merchandise to consumers. Show less

Guelph

I worked at U of G’s student union to oversee 100+ clubs at the university. Primary roles included ensuring that all meetings & events follow CSA’s Bylaws and Student Risk Management (SRM) which is the insurance policy for all non U of G departments. I also ensured that clubs submitted budgets, adhering to university policies and performing club duties. I ensured that all documents were filed appropriately and all promotional, website and social media material were updated on a regular… Show more I worked at U of G’s student union to oversee 100+ clubs at the university. Primary roles included ensuring that all meetings & events follow CSA’s Bylaws and Student Risk Management (SRM) which is the insurance policy for all non U of G departments. I also ensured that clubs submitted budgets, adhering to university policies and performing club duties. I ensured that all documents were filed appropriately and all promotional, website and social media material were updated on a regular basis. Show less

Guelph

I worked with the local federal campaign in Guelph to increase Green Party support on the University of Guelph's Campus. Events including having our MP Candidate (Gord Miller, former Ontario Commissioner of the Environment) talking to students as well as Elizabeth May (MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands, Leader of the Green Party of Canada). We successfully launched our platform for free tuition for post-secondary students in Canada with solidarity from groups such as U of G's Central Student… Show more I worked with the local federal campaign in Guelph to increase Green Party support on the University of Guelph's Campus. Events including having our MP Candidate (Gord Miller, former Ontario Commissioner of the Environment) talking to students as well as Elizabeth May (MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands, Leader of the Green Party of Canada). We successfully launched our platform for free tuition for post-secondary students in Canada with solidarity from groups such as U of G's Central Student Association (CSA) & The Canadian Federation of Students (CFS). During the 2015 election period we ran many town halls & similar events with multiple Green Party representatives that included Gord, Elizabeth, Mike Schreiner (Leader of the Green Party of Ontario) & over a dozen Green MP Candidates in various neighbouring ridings. Show less

Guelph

I've worked at Harcourt for three summers in three 8 week contracts that were funded by the Government of Canada. My position included serving as an administration assistant for Harcourt by answering email and phone calls, renting the church for groups and other office tasks as required. I also have aided in archiving the church’s records and documenting over a thousand songs that the church’s music director has for use at the church and the University of Guelph. In addition, I worked on… Show more I've worked at Harcourt for three summers in three 8 week contracts that were funded by the Government of Canada. My position included serving as an administration assistant for Harcourt by answering email and phone calls, renting the church for groups and other office tasks as required. I also have aided in archiving the church’s records and documenting over a thousand songs that the church’s music director has for use at the church and the University of Guelph. In addition, I worked on Harcourt’s online database and update the online calendar. I also helped implement a composting and community orchard project that is in partnership with other groups in Guelph. Show less

Ontario, Canada

I was the 2014-2015 President of the International Development Society at the University of Guelph. I served as a liason between the University Student Government, Administration, Faculty and to the Director of IDS. I also served as the representative for all ID students in regards to issues that are addressed with the above groups. Most importantly, I continued to facilitate my role, as I did when I served as this group's VP of Activities, which is to make ID students feel involved with their… Show more I was the 2014-2015 President of the International Development Society at the University of Guelph. I served as a liason between the University Student Government, Administration, Faculty and to the Director of IDS. I also served as the representative for all ID students in regards to issues that are addressed with the above groups. Most importantly, I continued to facilitate my role, as I did when I served as this group's VP of Activities, which is to make ID students feel involved with their program and other groups on campus. Show less

Ontario, Canada

I was employed as a partner with Ontario One Call (ON1Call) which was formed in 1996 to establish a call centre that receives excavation locate requests and notifies registered owners of underground facilities within the vicinity of the dig-site of the planned excavation throughout The Province of Ontario. I worked alongside other call centre representatives at Ontario One Call to help achieve this goal through a variety of means such as phone calls, faxes, web tickets etc. While at Ontario… Show more I was employed as a partner with Ontario One Call (ON1Call) which was formed in 1996 to establish a call centre that receives excavation locate requests and notifies registered owners of underground facilities within the vicinity of the dig-site of the planned excavation throughout The Province of Ontario. I worked alongside other call centre representatives at Ontario One Call to help achieve this goal through a variety of means such as phone calls, faxes, web tickets etc. While at Ontario One, I also called out emergency locates and handled damage tickets (gas leaks) to ensure that issues were dispatched in under 5 minutes. Show less

Guelph

I worked with the University of Guelph’s database to ensure that Alumni House and the university obtained accurate contact information with alumni and people who have connections to the university. I predominantly did this by sorting through the returned mail and returned Portico mailing list. I found new addresses for individuals who have moved by using search tools such as social media, email, and Google to ensure that the University of Guelph maintained sufficient communication with… Show more I worked with the University of Guelph’s database to ensure that Alumni House and the university obtained accurate contact information with alumni and people who have connections to the university. I predominantly did this by sorting through the returned mail and returned Portico mailing list. I found new addresses for individuals who have moved by using search tools such as social media, email, and Google to ensure that the University of Guelph maintained sufficient communication with individuals in the system. Show less

I inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications and made sure that these products were produced on time and were of good quality. In addition, I adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance. I also calibrated and adjusted equipment to ensure quality production using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors and ring gauges.

Government Relations Management

I completed a postgraduate certificate in Government Relations Management at Seneca College. This is an eight month program.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.H), International Development & Political Sciences

Activities and Societies: International Development Society (IDS): VP of Activities. College of Social & Applied Human Sciences - Campaign.

Diploma, High School

Activities and Societies: Student Activities Council, Environment Committee, Students Without Borders, DECA