Advise and work with business executives, managing projects and proposals that are key to positioning their organization for success. Develop tailored solutions that assist organizations in building a strong infrastructure that supports their corporate culture and their stakeholders.

Provide one-on-one business coaching to student and community entrepreneurs in the St. Clair College Genesis Entrepreneurship Centre.

Facilitated Not-For-Profit Board Training Programs. Workshops included board roles and responsibilities, financial management, grant writing, risk management, strategic planning, and volunteer management.

-Managed and directed the affiliate office and 12,000 sq ft retail operation with annual sales of over $600,000.-Developed and managed an annual budget of over $800,000. Recruited and developed a staff of 10 and a volunteer base of 100+ in fundraising, event planning, and special projects. -Collaborated with the Board of Directors to create a three-year strategic plan, annual budgets, policies and procedures, and land acquisitions for future home builds. -Worked directly with Habitat Canada’s CEO and Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Directors of Habitat Windsor-Essex to develop a strong infrastructure to advance the business-Recruited a new team with the skill sets needed to build capacity within the organization.-Managed media relations, developed and executed crisis management communication strategies, collaborated with legal counsel, and represented the organization as company spokesperson.

-Member of the Human Resources Learning & Workplace Development team providing training, consulting and facilitation for the organization’s 2,900 employees.-Designed and facilitated corporate orientation programs for new employees, managers, and students. Facilitated LEAN initiatives to improve workflow and processes throughout the hospital to ensure optimal communication and customer focused solutions. -Responsible for the development and delivery of Health & Safety Training including WHMIS, Emergency Preparedness, Workplace Violence & Harassment, and Privacy and Confidentiality.-Mentored new managers in coaching, performance management, and employee relations with unionized employees from 9 different unions.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and working in consultation with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, managed, developed, and facilitated staff training, continuing education programs and client services. Lead the organization in a ground-breaking partnership with the University of Windsor’s Social Work Department and CAMH (Centre for Addictions & Mental Health), to design and develop the first of its kind Certification Program for Mental Health & Addictions.

Principal of a full-service consulting firm, specializing in assisting organizations to create high performing and productive workforces through workshops and one-on-one coaching. Training programs focused on customer service, leadership and performance management, coaching, and strategic planning. Clients included Brock University, Scotiabank, CIBC, Green Shield Canada, Collins Barrow Chartered Accountants, and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).

Working in the Corporate Human Resources Department, provided training consultation and facilitation to the organization’s 6,100 employees within Executive Offices and Operations. Conducted needs assessments for internal client groups to determine future competencies and training needs in rapidly changing environments. Designed, facilitated, and evaluated training workshops. Supervised the coordination of program scheduling and facilities management of the organization’s training curriculum.

Provided management and organizational development services and support to 1,300 employees throughout AON’s Corporate Head Office and 12 divisions across Canada. Managed, developed and facilitated the corporate training curriculum. Worked collaboratively with all levels of management and employees, providing consultation and coaching in Training and Human Resource issues. Travelled extensively throughout Canada facilitating new employee orientation, performance management, sales training, business writing and presentation skills programs to hundreds of managers and employees.

Provided technical training consultation and facilitation to Business Markets Underwriting and Sales personnel in Liberty Mutual’s Home Office and 9 divisions located throughout the United States.

As Underwriting Supervisor/Recruiter, responsible for managing a technical underwriting staff of 13. Managed a $500,000+ portfolio of accounts and career planning initiatives for the Canadian Division.