✪ Profile ➤ Lin is a highly experienced and acclaimed Executive Leadership and Administration professional.She possesses 20+ years of proven experience in a dynamic spectrum of areas, including:➤ Executive Directorship, Family & Community Services, Consultancy, Social Development➤ Strategic Planning, Corporate Leadership, Public Administration, Community Outreach ➤ Race Relations, Youth Engagement, Multiculturalism, Social Cohesion, Volunteering➤ Canadian Identity, Racialized Groups/Community Functions, Fundraising➤ Corporate Events, Counseling, Professional Speaking, Life Coaching, Sponsorships➤ Client Management, Project Coordination, Executive Management, Resource DevelopmentLin has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and skills cemented throughout her rewarding career. Through a rich academic and professional background, she has an ever-evolving knowledge-base in a dynamic array of areas that deal with Leadership, Team Building, Time Management, Goal-Setting, Self-Motivation, Mindset and Workplace Excellence.✪ Core Competencies ➤ As a profound Public Speaker, Lin believes that leadership is a moment-to-moment choice and not about title, tenure or position. Leadership is for everyone, every day. It's how we should live our life. Lin has the ability to inspire others, or as the “The Influencer” for her people skills that brings out the best in people. She is known for her down–to-earth style. Lin’s fusion of real-life stories and her conversational techniques connect with her audience at an intimate yet individual level.She applies advanced practices involved in multi-divisional areas, with special attention to creating long-lasting client relationships. Lin has been able to combine her professional background with the evolving Leadership realms of today where attainment of organizational goals are crucial for any organization.✪ Career Vision ➤ With an unflinching passion for progress, Lin believes in the golden formula of K.S.E (Knowledge, Strategy and Execution). It is the very bedrock upon which her career has grown and evolved over the years. It is this foresight that fuels her unwavering devotion towards her aspirations.Lin loves creation and innovation, and enjoys out of the box experiences. A change agent with a talent for motivating and inspiring others, she aspires to change the world, one life at a time.If your Corporate needs entail an adept, skilled and experienced professional with a proven track record for success, Lin can be reached via: ✤ LinkedIn Direct Message✤ Email: glin32002@yahoo.ca ✤ Cell: 647.228.1893
The Hillmar & Ash Group
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Principal ConsultantThe Hillmar & Ash Group Mar 2015 - PresentToronto, Ontario, Canada
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Executive DirectorThe Rhema Foundation Canada Jan 2015 - PresentTorontoResponsible for providing direction and leadership toward the achievement of the Foundation’s annual goals and objectives of local, national and global impact while monitoring routine operationsAttained high productivity while working within tight timelines whilst being highly flexible, organized and prioritizing workload effectively and efficiently in a timely mannerCoordinated and managed multiple projects that support Operational ExcellenceSpearheaded three strategic departments: Human Settlement, Health & Well-Being and FamilySuccessfully managed projects that improve access, quality and cost-effectiveness to agencies that support economic growth and mental and social developmentImplemented and ensured compliance with all operating procedures, processes and policiesCoordinated routine communications with clients, staff, internal departments, contractors in an empathetic, efficient and timely mannerResolved complex issues by determining the needs of the clients and offering favorable solutions**Achievements Snapshot**Maintained contact and followed up on problems that required special handlingResearched and responded to client inquiries and explained transactions to their satisfaction
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Creative DirectorBeyond Imagination Consulting 2007 - 2017Toronto, Canada AreaAttained the organizational goals and expectations by continual learning, application of procedures and tasks, as well as meeting or exceeding company needs with genuine passionSelected to spearhead the pre IIFA gala for Mayor Hazel McCallion, while successfully raising funds through a dynamic direct mail campaignEstablished effective assistance to small businesses to access summer interns through grants, while securing funding, and successfully acquiring media and media opportunities for initiatives Exceeded targets, team goals and overall organizational objectives with strong drive and focusDeveloped strong functional and operational knowledge throughout the process in a professional and conducive mannerOnboarded renowned celebrities for various events, while securing substantial sponsorship revenue for clients, and fulfilling organizational goals, objectives and visionary mandates with tact Established a strong premise for maintaining satisfactory throughput whilst ensuring that the unique needs of the department are met in a timely, diligent and empathetic fashion **Achievements Snapshot**Evaluated and analyzed relevant work functions for various situations in a proactive manner, whilst ensuring adherence to compliance per company guidelinesIncreased quality and efficiency through the continual application of robust and strong work ethic
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Corporate Events And SponsorshipUnited Way Of Peel Region Aug 2008 - Mar 2015Mississauga, OnSpearheaded the development of the organization’s signature events that are aligned with United Way’s strategic goals, through meaningful engagement opportunities and fundraising eventsManaged and proliferated the sponsorship revenue that supports the signature events and other engagement initiatives, while reporting to the Vice President of Marketing & CommunicationsSuccessfully devised all event concepts, logistic plans, timelines and budgets, for all corporate events, while writing communication and marketing materials with tact and diligence Managed and secured third-party event initiatives, cementing partnerships with vendors and suppliers that lead to monetary sponsorship opportunitiesDeveloped multi-year sponsorship partnerships with key corporate partnersIncreased the proficiency of event registration and processing by implementing an online registration system, while teaching special event sessions to United Way funded agenciesContributed to team effort by accomplishing productivity goals, targets and team objectives Assisted in effective development of policies and operating procedures to facilitate functional elements and ascertained goals **Achievements Snapshot**Created a unique “Stone Soup” event that enabled the organization to feed over 8000 people in need in one day, while also surpassing sponsorship revenue target within the first year by $20KSuccessfully attained over $500K in in-kind donationsEffectively elevated the signature events to a level that is in line with the United Way brandNominated for a Special Events AwardProactively surpassed in the internal fundraising campaign goal by 20% as the 2011 in- house chairCommended for managing a complex relationship between two vendors, client and internal stakeholders, strained by historical conflicts and difficult relationships; completing project on time and within budgetDeveloped a “Best Practice” Sponsorship Fulfilment Report that was utilized by United Way WorldWide -
Executive DirectorWesmar Family & Community Services 2005 - 2007Managed the day to day operations of the organization, set out by the vision and direction of the Board of Directors Reporting to the Board of Directors, I fostered partnerships with other community leaders. Developed the business plan and strategy of the vision of the organization. Applied for grants, researched fundraising trends. Created and implemented programs based on the needs of the community. Created and executed events. created marketing materials, brochures and presentations. I built beneficial partnerships with non-profit organizations, government agencies, schools, healthcare facilities and faith-based organizations. Achievements: • Charity received charitable status within seven months of registration• Developed the first all girls camp (camp B.E.L.L.A) that focused on body image and self esteem• Created the first BELLA Banquet with no budget and turned a profit • Created a successful partnership with the Toronto Raptor’s and boys after school reading program• Raised significant dollars for programs and initiatives
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Executive RecruiterMultec Canada 1998 - 2004To research, identify and solicit the best candidates for our clientsReporting to the Vice- President of Development, I developed new business, negotiated contracts, managed client accounts, delivered offsite presentations and recruited candidates directly. Achievements: • Identified and filled a human resources gap for one of our top accounts• One of the top revenue generators in my division• Advocated around polices around diversity and woman equality within the office
G. Lin Ferguson Education Details
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Organizational Leadership -
Bachelor Of Professional Arts: Communication Studies Major -
Human Relations
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G. Lin Ferguson works for The Hillmar & Ash Group
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G. Lin Ferguson's current role is Creative & resourceful Executive Management expert | 20+ years proven experience | Dynamic, agile and driven Leader.
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G. Lin Ferguson attended Queen's University, Athabasca University, Niagara College.
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