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British Columbia, Canada

The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is not a computer operating system, but a people operating system. It is designed to harness human energy through a simple set of tools and principles. I experienced first-hand the powerful impact it can have on scaling a business and building a healthy team.As an Implementer, I partner with entrepreneurs and leadership teams to;- Crystallise their vision, getting everyone on the same page and rowing in the same direction.- Gain traction by building discipline and accountability into the organisation.- Create a healthy, functional and cohesive leadership team and company.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

As the CEO of Foundry, I led our dynamic team of design, manufacturing, sales, and construction professionals towards a shared vision. With a focus on purpose-driven leadership, I worked to create a clear picture of our vision and strategy, integrating it seamlessly with our team. My responsibilities included building and developing our leadership team, leading our sales and design teams, overseeing operations and finance, contributing to business development, and managing key account relationships.During my tenure as CEO, we achieved significant growth, expanding our business by over 70% and completing projects across Canada and the US. This was made possible by several key initiatives, including strategic capital investments to increase project capacity, expansion of our design and manufacturing divisions, streamlining product distribution to focus on recurring account revenue growth, rebranding the business to overcome regional limitations, implementation of new ERP system and software stack for better performance analytics and financial reporting, and redesigning sales and operational processes for greater efficiency and collaboration.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

With my experience in sales, design, and project management, I was eager to take on a broader operational and leadership role. As General Manager, I led a team of direct reports and was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the business. My responsibilities included project oversight, human resources, warehousing and logistics, systems development, purchasing and inventory management, stainless fabrication, and design.In addition to my general management duties, I maintained my responsibilities for key account sales and project management. I grew relationships with key accounts, ensuring quality execution of increasingly larger projects. I oversaw and completed designs, construction contracts, sub-trade agreements, estimates, and cost analysis. My leadership helped to drive the progress of the company and fostered a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Building on the success of using design to win and facilitate larger projects, I stepped into the urgent need for project and account management. As a hybrid role encompassing sales, project management, and design, I was able to be part of the entire customer journey from concept to completion.My design experience combined with my project management skillset allowed me to lead and execute projects with industry-leading quality. Through my leadership and guidance, my team and I consistently exceeded expectations and delivered successful projects for our clients.With my strengths in project management, I was able to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, mitigate risks, and effectively communicate with all stakeholders involved. This allowed us to maintain strong relationships with clients and construction partners, ensuring their satisfaction throughout the entire project process. This role also provided me with a deep understanding of operations, management, and financial performance, which helped me make informed decisions and drive the success of the company.involved. This allowed us to maintain strong relationships with clients and construction partners to ensure their satisfaction throughout the entire project process. This role also provided me with a deep understanding of operations, management, and financial performance.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

I partnered with my brother to bring a new vision to our family business. Starting in inside sales, I quickly gained product knowledge and learned about the hospitality industry and high-demand clients. I recognized that many customers were experiencing similar pain points, particularly the lack of access to design services. To address this need, I took night classes at BCIT to learn AutoCAD and integrated this skill into my sales process.This allowed me to build trust with clients and start working on bigger projects, which in turn increased my sales and book of clients. By incorporating design services into our sales process, we were able to offer a more complete and customized solution to our clients, setting us apart from our competitors.My dedication to expanding my skillset not only helped me to achieve success in sales, but also provided me with valuable knowledge and experience in design, which allowed me to contribute more effectively to the family business.

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