One half of the team at The 905er. A weekly podcast covering the issues and news that affects the residents of the 905 area code in Ontario, Canada.Conducting interviews, editorial discussions as well as digital branding strategy of this new media start up.

Manages the day-to-day operations for two Tim Hortons locations and its 60 employees including inventory control and management, human resources/performance management, supplier management and customer service.- Implements Tim Hortons’ communication strategy and promotional campaigns, including reinforcing corporate values, culture and brand messaging standards at the store level. - Leads promotional campaigns and product launches, overseeing store signage, workflow changes and training… Show more Manages the day-to-day operations for two Tim Hortons locations and its 60 employees including inventory control and management, human resources/performance management, supplier management and customer service.- Implements Tim Hortons’ communication strategy and promotional campaigns, including reinforcing corporate values, culture and brand messaging standards at the store level. - Leads promotional campaigns and product launches, overseeing store signage, workflow changes and training employees on customer messaging.KEY ACHEIVEMENT:- Increased sales by 12% through optimizing inventory control, streamlining costs and overhauling the workforce management process Show less

Built and managed this fast-casual franchise location including operations, customer service and financial management.- Created a positive guest experience by designing branding, messaging and restaurant layout.- Launched a digital marketing campaign and multi-faceted communications plan on multiple social media platforms. - Planned multiple promotions and events, as well as hosting a large campaign event for Kathleen Wynne. - Increased brand awareness through the… Show more Built and managed this fast-casual franchise location including operations, customer service and financial management.- Created a positive guest experience by designing branding, messaging and restaurant layout.- Launched a digital marketing campaign and multi-faceted communications plan on multiple social media platforms. - Planned multiple promotions and events, as well as hosting a large campaign event for Kathleen Wynne. - Increased brand awareness through the implementation of an effective outreach strategy that established an influencer network by engaging community leaders, programs and stakeholders. Show less

Supported the Parliamentary Assistant to the MPP by leading Public Relations and Communications while overseeing the administration, financial and budget functions.- Developed the strategic PR and communications plan for MPP outreach in line with the RACE model (Research, Action Planning, Communication and Evaluation).- Managed complex schedules and calendars with an emphasis on high priority issues and scheduled stakeholder meetings in priority reflective of the role the… Show more Supported the Parliamentary Assistant to the MPP by leading Public Relations and Communications while overseeing the administration, financial and budget functions.- Developed the strategic PR and communications plan for MPP outreach in line with the RACE model (Research, Action Planning, Communication and Evaluation).- Managed complex schedules and calendars with an emphasis on high priority issues and scheduled stakeholder meetings in priority reflective of the role the organizations’ play in supporting Ontario’s infrastructure. - Wrote multiple communications including a monthly newsletter, speeches, briefs, and social media posts.- Generated a cross-media strategy, including press releases and events for government initiatives and grants, ensuring wide distribution across a variety of media including traditional and online outlets.KEY ACHEIVEMENTS:- Managed and drafted the Condominium Act guide by collaborating with interministerial teams, and handling stakeholders.- Oversaw the management of a portfolio of influential transit stakeholders such as Metrolinx, Coach, and Greyhound.- Worked with the Ministry of Health, community programs and Sheridan College to engage stakeholders in the process of building a Community Care Access Centre. Show less

Led the strategic communications plan and community outreach across 57 riding associations within 3 regions (Southwest Ontario, Golden Horseshoe and the 905) leading up to the 2011 Ontario General Election.- Engaged potential candidates, oversaw fundraising efforts, prepared communications (written and spoken) in alignment with party branding standards and provided social media training.- Created and implemented a political communications strategy that included a digital marketing plan,… Show more Led the strategic communications plan and community outreach across 57 riding associations within 3 regions (Southwest Ontario, Golden Horseshoe and the 905) leading up to the 2011 Ontario General Election.- Engaged potential candidates, oversaw fundraising efforts, prepared communications (written and spoken) in alignment with party branding standards and provided social media training.- Created and implemented a political communications strategy that included a digital marketing plan, leveraging social media, securing influencer backing and developing content with an eye on social engagement analytics. Show less

Managed the political campaign for a Burlington municipal Candidate as part of the Ontario provincial election providing executive oversight on public relations, a team of volunteers, logistics and the budget.- Created and executed the strategic communication plan targeting social media, direct mail, and telephone.- Engaged community influencer network across social, commercial and industrial circles in the municipality.- Wrote press releases and distributed to media contacts as… Show more Managed the political campaign for a Burlington municipal Candidate as part of the Ontario provincial election providing executive oversight on public relations, a team of volunteers, logistics and the budget.- Created and executed the strategic communication plan targeting social media, direct mail, and telephone.- Engaged community influencer network across social, commercial and industrial circles in the municipality.- Wrote press releases and distributed to media contacts as well as providing media training to the candidate. Show less

- Executed three events with an attendance of 1,500 individuals each, securing convention space, managing guest list and RSVPs, securing catering and ensuring the operations run smoothly.- Implemented a new event strategy in alignment with the constitution that introduced a higher number of smaller events at the rural level, a strategy adopted as standard and in use today.- Broadened brand awareness across new audiences with an execution of a new social media plan.

• Regular liaised with Senior Party officials on the development and implementation of a variety of projects• Facilitated the transitioning, in Ontario, to the new electronic national membership database in the lead up to a possible federal election • Coordinated the development of multiple Party member policy resolutions for presentation to the National Party office.• Served as a Deputy Returning Officer for numerous delegate selection meetings in anticipation of a possible federal… Show more • Regular liaised with Senior Party officials on the development and implementation of a variety of projects• Facilitated the transitioning, in Ontario, to the new electronic national membership database in the lead up to a possible federal election • Coordinated the development of multiple Party member policy resolutions for presentation to the National Party office.• Served as a Deputy Returning Officer for numerous delegate selection meetings in anticipation of a possible federal election • Succeeded in selling and distribution of tickets for the federal Liberal Leadership debate held in Toronto, October 2006 at Roy Thomson Hall, resulting in near capacity attendance.• Responsible for the handling of candidate and VIP voting at federal Liberal Leadership convention in Montreal, November 2006 as Ontario representative on event coordination team. Show less