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Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Leading Hockey Canada's national registration platform and technology ecosystem that serves thousands of minor hockey associations across Canada. Managing end-to-end operations of the Hockey Canada Registry (HCR) system while driving strategic initiatives and digital transformation.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:- Spearhead product ownership of the Hockey Canada Registry (HCR), the national registration platform for all Hockey Canada-sanctioned programming- Lead… Show more Leading Hockey Canada's national registration platform and technology ecosystem that serves thousands of minor hockey associations across Canada. Managing end-to-end operations of the Hockey Canada Registry (HCR) system while driving strategic initiatives and digital transformation.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:- Spearhead product ownership of the Hockey Canada Registry (HCR), the national registration platform for all Hockey Canada-sanctioned programming- Lead stakeholder collaboration with Members, Minor Hockey Associations, and technology partners to drive system improvements and standardization- Chair governance meetings and manage relationships with key vendors to ensure platform stability and innovation- Oversee integration between HCR and Learning Management System (LMS) platforms- Drive data quality improvements and standardization of business processes across the organization- Manage budget and key performance indicators while ensuring security of critical business systems- Provide strategic leadership in platform development and enhancement initiatives- Foster relationships with stakeholders across Canada's hockey community to facilitate change management and system adoption Show less

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Orchestrated comprehensive project management and business analysis initiatives for Hockey Canada's national registration system, laying the groundwork for digital transformation.Key Achievements:- Led development and implementation of new customer service framework, significantly improving user satisfaction- Managed RFP process and initial implementation of Hockey Canada's Learning Management System- Established robust documentation practices and system improvement… Show more Orchestrated comprehensive project management and business analysis initiatives for Hockey Canada's national registration system, laying the groundwork for digital transformation.Key Achievements:- Led development and implementation of new customer service framework, significantly improving user satisfaction- Managed RFP process and initial implementation of Hockey Canada's Learning Management System- Established robust documentation practices and system improvement protocols- Built strong relationships with third-party consultants, vendors, and members through daily collaboration Show less

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

- Developed engaging content and communication strategies for sport organizations- Wrote articles for organizations such as Volleyball Canada, contributing to their media and content strategy to support the organization’s goals and engagement efforts.- Created content that resonated with target audiences, improving awareness and participation in key programs and events.- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to ensure that content aligned with organizational objectives and branding… Show more - Developed engaging content and communication strategies for sport organizations- Wrote articles for organizations such as Volleyball Canada, contributing to their media and content strategy to support the organization’s goals and engagement efforts.- Created content that resonated with target audiences, improving awareness and participation in key programs and events.- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to ensure that content aligned with organizational objectives and branding guidelines. Show less

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

My role involved planning, managing, and supporting communications for Volleyball Canada's domestic and international events, programs, and corporate initiatives. This includes developing and implementing communications and marketing plans, social media and website management, servicing partners, event planning, contracting service providers, and on-site execution of events.- Developed and executed a communications plan for the 2022 Nationals Championships, earning 14.9 million online… Show more My role involved planning, managing, and supporting communications for Volleyball Canada's domestic and international events, programs, and corporate initiatives. This includes developing and implementing communications and marketing plans, social media and website management, servicing partners, event planning, contracting service providers, and on-site execution of events.- Developed and executed a communications plan for the 2022 Nationals Championships, earning 14.9 million online impressions- Developed and maintain an event newsletter, earning 25% growth in the first year to 6,000 subscribers- Contracted and managed live streaming, earning 2.46 million impressions Show less

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

I managed the Volleyball Canada office, general email account, inventory, and online store while providing support to all of the organization's departments with various assignments. This included the management of all domestic events communications, including social media, web, and email, plus contracting service providers and managing domestic event volunteers.- Led the planning and execution of the 2021 Virtual Hall of Fame ceremony- Developed and implemented a plan to send excess… Show more I managed the Volleyball Canada office, general email account, inventory, and online store while providing support to all of the organization's departments with various assignments. This included the management of all domestic events communications, including social media, web, and email, plus contracting service providers and managing domestic event volunteers.- Led the planning and execution of the 2021 Virtual Hall of Fame ceremony- Developed and implemented a plan to send excess equipment to Northern Communities- Developed a video/social media campaign plan for the 2022 Nationals lead-up, earning 50,000 social media impressions Show less

Ottawa, Canada Area

This role involved assisting in the general planning of the 2020 National Championships, including hiring and managing volunteers, preparing and communicating schedules, and developing recruitment documents. This also involved the management of all domestic events communications, including social media, web, and email, and contracting service providers.- Development and implementation of volunteer recruitment and incentive plans- Development and implementation of a domestic events… Show more This role involved assisting in the general planning of the 2020 National Championships, including hiring and managing volunteers, preparing and communicating schedules, and developing recruitment documents. This also involved the management of all domestic events communications, including social media, web, and email, and contracting service providers.- Development and implementation of volunteer recruitment and incentive plans- Development and implementation of a domestic events content calendar Show less

Ottawa, Canada Area

On the International Events side: assisting with the planning, promotion, marketing, advertising and communication of events to the volleyball community and all other targeted markets. Also assisting in event media relations, including organizing press conferences and media availabilities, creating press materials. Developing and posting content on various social media platforms and onsite, assist with the execution of events.On the Marketing side: Developing and supporting content for… Show more On the International Events side: assisting with the planning, promotion, marketing, advertising and communication of events to the volleyball community and all other targeted markets. Also assisting in event media relations, including organizing press conferences and media availabilities, creating press materials. Developing and posting content on various social media platforms and onsite, assist with the execution of events.On the Marketing side: Developing and supporting content for the Volleyball Canada website and social media feeds, as well as updating existing content. Assisting in writing and circulating news stories and media releases, as well as maintaining the media contact list. Finally, responsible for gathering and analyzing website and social media statistics. Show less

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Responsible for the development of content on nhlentrydraft.com. This involves brainstorming story ideas, managing the writing team, writing and editing articles, interviewing prospects and hockey staff in the hockey world. This includes developing relationships with both junior and professional hockey teams around the globe. In addition, this role involves working to improve both the frequency and quality of content while increasing the traffic to FCHockey.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Provide accurate evaluations of the skill sets of NHL Draft eligible prospects in the Ottawa/Gatineau area and from around the globe through video scouting, while maintaining a respectful presence both in the rinks and on social media. This also involves creating game reports on players and contributing to staff draft ranking discussions.

This role involves planning and creating content for futureconsiderations.ca. This includes interviewing NHL prospects and FC Hockey’s scouts, providing written features as well as video and audio content for the scouting service.In addition, I contributed articles and various content for FC Hockey's 2020 NHL Draft Guide.

Ottawa, Canada Area

Writer covering the prospects, the NHL Draft and more. Responsible for creating story ideas, personal schedule, SEO optimization and editing. As an editor, reviewing other writer's content for spelling, grammar, technical requirements, and overall content.

Ottawa, Canada Area

Writing articles on the Ottawa Senators. This involves research, writing and going through an editorial review and making revisions as needed. In preparing the articles for publication, I also work on SEO optimization, alternative text and captions for images, metadata, and slug development.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

I originally joined Ottawa Community Sport Media as an intern, completing a required placement from Algonquin College. After this, I was hired on as a freelance journalist and eventually added to the Board of Directors.My main responsibility here is as a journalist, writing about local amateur sports in the City of Ottawa. This involved a tremendous amount of research and planning, to set up interviews as well as planning questions to ask. The strict deadlines taught me time management,… Show more I originally joined Ottawa Community Sport Media as an intern, completing a required placement from Algonquin College. After this, I was hired on as a freelance journalist and eventually added to the Board of Directors.My main responsibility here is as a journalist, writing about local amateur sports in the City of Ottawa. This involved a tremendous amount of research and planning, to set up interviews as well as planning questions to ask. The strict deadlines taught me time management, especially since I was at Algonquin and Carleton throughout working here. It also required building and maintaining relationships with teams, organizations and athletes across Ottawa. Show less

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

I managed a staff of 40+, creating and executing plans to reach and exceed sales goals and other company-set targets, such as credit card sales. This role involved providing exceptional customer service in a faced-paced environment, The position required a great deal of leadership and taught me how to manage.- Regularly led the store in earned Jumpstart donations from customers- Recognized regularly as a top-performing Department Sales Manager in the district- After starting as… Show more I managed a staff of 40+, creating and executing plans to reach and exceed sales goals and other company-set targets, such as credit card sales. This role involved providing exceptional customer service in a faced-paced environment, The position required a great deal of leadership and taught me how to manage.- Regularly led the store in earned Jumpstart donations from customers- Recognized regularly as a top-performing Department Sales Manager in the district- After starting as a part-time employee in April 2013, I was promoted to full-time and then Department Sales Manager within five months Show less

Ottawa, Ontario

As the National Media Coordinator, I am responsible for writing and distributing press releases, newsletters and other stories. I also run the Facebook, Twitter and created an Instagram page to futher Little League Canada's social media reach. Originally, I was brought on as the Social Media Coordinator, but this was quickly expanded to all media across Canada. I have been appointed to the Tournament Committee, assisting in tournament planning across the country, and in November 2016 I was… Show more As the National Media Coordinator, I am responsible for writing and distributing press releases, newsletters and other stories. I also run the Facebook, Twitter and created an Instagram page to futher Little League Canada's social media reach. Originally, I was brought on as the Social Media Coordinator, but this was quickly expanded to all media across Canada. I have been appointed to the Tournament Committee, assisting in tournament planning across the country, and in November 2016 I was appointed Chair of the newly formed Communication Committee. I was also a part of the first T-Ball on the Hill Committee, which began a tradition of playing T-Ball on Parliament Hill during Little League Week. I was also the Emcee for the 2015 Canada Conference in Victoriaville, Quebec. Being a part of this Not-For-Profit organization has allowed me to gain skills in writing, public speaking, event planning and time management. It has also given me the opportunity to run a national communication entity, including all leagues and districts across Canada in the material produced. Show less

Bachelor’S Degree, Communication Studies, Honours

Minor in Business

Certificate, Business Analysis

Graduate Certificate, Sports Business Management

Activities and Societies: Class Representative

Diploma, Professional Writing

Activities and Societies: Class Representative

High School