FOLA is a member driven not-for-profit organization representing the 46 local law associations (plus the Toronto Lawyers' Association), in every judicial district in Ontario which in turn represent nearly 12,000 lawyers in private practice in firms. The lawyers in our member associations, are on the front-lines of the justice system and see its triumphs and shortcomings every day. FOLA is a leading advocacy organization for a better justice system that recognizes the crucial role… Show more FOLA is a member driven not-for-profit organization representing the 46 local law associations (plus the Toronto Lawyers' Association), in every judicial district in Ontario which in turn represent nearly 12,000 lawyers in private practice in firms. The lawyers in our member associations, are on the front-lines of the justice system and see its triumphs and shortcomings every day. FOLA is a leading advocacy organization for a better justice system that recognizes the crucial role competent and professional lawyers play in that system. To learn more about FOLA, please visit www.FOLA.ca Show less

Sponsor Finder was a people powered digital health app currently being built. It was designed to help those looking to recover from alcoholism by connecting them with people who are in recovery and connect with a sponsor who can help walk them through the 12 steps. We were a proud partner of H2i, UofT's Health Innovation Hub.Learn more at www.yoursponsorfinder.com

Healthy Minds Canada (HMC) was a national charity in the mental illness and addictions space. During my time at HMC, I raised over $1million and secured over $750,000 worth of services-in-kind, created six new ongoing programs, introduced a newsletter (over 2,500 subscribers), oversaw two updates of our website (SEO, mobile, and new search functions), updated and expanded staff job descriptions, introduced a robust intern program that fosters leadership and encourages strategic thinking… Show more Healthy Minds Canada (HMC) was a national charity in the mental illness and addictions space. During my time at HMC, I raised over $1million and secured over $750,000 worth of services-in-kind, created six new ongoing programs, introduced a newsletter (over 2,500 subscribers), oversaw two updates of our website (SEO, mobile, and new search functions), updated and expanded staff job descriptions, introduced a robust intern program that fosters leadership and encourages strategic thinking, created partnerships that help people access resources, and lead and executed on a comprehensive strategic review.I managed a full-time staff of 3.5, all in-office interns and volunteers (40+ interns) (20+ in office volunteers), identified new donors and oversaw all donor proposals, wrote all program reports, status updates, and all board materials. I oversaw all marketing, communications and branding, served as HMC’s lead spokesperson, and represented HMC at community and national events.By the time I left HMC, I had raised their Charity Intelligence grade from a C- to a B+. Show less

EMA Partners is a global executive search firm supporting clients in the following industry sectors: Payments, Financial Services, Healthcare and Social Services, Public Sector & Non Profit, Education, Technology and Communications, Media and Entertainment. Areas of specialization include Sales & Marketing, Product, Risk Management, Operations, Information Technology and Project Management.Responsibilities included:Sourced, screened and tracked candidates;Utilized a… Show more EMA Partners is a global executive search firm supporting clients in the following industry sectors: Payments, Financial Services, Healthcare and Social Services, Public Sector & Non Profit, Education, Technology and Communications, Media and Entertainment. Areas of specialization include Sales & Marketing, Product, Risk Management, Operations, Information Technology and Project Management.Responsibilities included:Sourced, screened and tracked candidates;Utilized a variety of sourcing channels to build and maintain a high quality candidate pipeline;Assisted in the development of candidate shortlists and conducted interviews;Wrote professional candidate profiles;Conducted background and reference checks and prepared reference reports;Balanced multiple high-priority projects with competing deadlines;Positions managed included sourcing for a senior business systems role at a university, an executive director at a museum, a systems director at an international loyalty/rewards company and a handful of analytical managers (senior and junior) at a major Canadian bank. Show less

Winette Strategies is a sole proprietorship through which I provide strategic advice to companies, organizations and political campaigns in Canada and the US.Services include (but not limited to):Government, Media, and Public Relations;Legislation Monitoring;Communications; Research;Branding;Issues Management;Campaign Management; andCampaign Strategy;

Worked with the National Citizens Coalition to found and lead Albertans for Responsible Government, a provincial branch of the NCC. ARG was designed to ensure accountable government that allows free enterprise and entrepreneurship to thrive through the protection and promotion individual freedom. Responsibilities included: * Branded, introduced and marketed ARG throughout Calgary and established a plan for provincial growth* Developed, oversaw and nurtured strategic… Show more Worked with the National Citizens Coalition to found and lead Albertans for Responsible Government, a provincial branch of the NCC. ARG was designed to ensure accountable government that allows free enterprise and entrepreneurship to thrive through the protection and promotion individual freedom. Responsibilities included: * Branded, introduced and marketed ARG throughout Calgary and established a plan for provincial growth* Developed, oversaw and nurtured strategic relationships* Represented ARG at local and regional global industry and business groups, think tanks and associations* Developed and executed advocacy strategies to build a strong membership base* Worked with the NCC headquarters to identify, coordinate and prioritize key issues and messaging* Strategized with the NCC to create and develop national and provincial advocacy campaigns* Created and ran a quarterly speaker series* Wrote and published letters to the editor and op eds* Wrote and delivered speeches Show less

I was selected by the Republican National Committee to be deployed into priority states during the 2002 and 2006 midterms and the 2000 (including pre-Caucuses in Iowa in 1999 for Bush for President) and 2004 election years.I also served as Lead Security (top three floors of the Convention Centre) for the 2000 GOP convention and as part of the four person central Media-Delegate Liaison Team at the 2004 GOP convention.

Communications Office, Office of the Premier, 2003Election Readiness for an urban MPP, 1999Scheduling & Tour Assistant for the Minister of Seniors and Long Term Care, 1999Executive Assistant to the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, 1997-1998 Special Assistant to a rural MPP, 1997Responsibilities included:* Wrote and edited Press Releases, speeches, members’ statements and questions for Question Period*… Show more Communications Office, Office of the Premier, 2003Election Readiness for an urban MPP, 1999Scheduling & Tour Assistant for the Minister of Seniors and Long Term Care, 1999Executive Assistant to the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, 1997-1998 Special Assistant to a rural MPP, 1997Responsibilities included:* Wrote and edited Press Releases, speeches, members’ statements and questions for Question Period* Scheduled and prioritized meetings with constituents and stakeholders (interest groups, lobbyists, business representatives, etc)* Monitored House Duty and Committee schedules and worked with other members’ staff to arrange members’ attendance schedules* Attended special events and meetings - both with the members and on behalf of members* Worked with riding executives and helped with election readiness strategies* Negotiated ad buys Show less

I was the in-house lobbyist for the Ontario Medical Association and worked with the Political Action Committee and managed the Health Care Futures Committee.Responsibilities included:* Monitored Legislative and Select Committee Hearings* Attended meetings with Cabinet Ministers, senior ministerial staff, other politicians, and senior bureaucrats (Provincial, Federal and Municipal)* Provided in-house political and lobbying training for physicians and surgeons* Advised… Show more I was the in-house lobbyist for the Ontario Medical Association and worked with the Political Action Committee and managed the Health Care Futures Committee.Responsibilities included:* Monitored Legislative and Select Committee Hearings* Attended meetings with Cabinet Ministers, senior ministerial staff, other politicians, and senior bureaucrats (Provincial, Federal and Municipal)* Provided in-house political and lobbying training for physicians and surgeons* Advised on strategy during OMA contract negotiations with the province* Prepared internal briefing notes and talking points* Led delegations of physicians and surgeons to political conventions throughout Canada Show less

The Capital Hill Group is one of Canada's largest lobbying firms. I joined as a research assistant immediately after university and quickly began to work directly with clients.Responsibilities included:* Writing summaries of Legislative and Senate Committee Hearings* Arranging client meetings with Cabinet Ministers, senior ministerial staff, other politicians and senior bureaucrats* Preparing all company backgrounders and issue overviews* Managing client… Show more The Capital Hill Group is one of Canada's largest lobbying firms. I joined as a research assistant immediately after university and quickly began to work directly with clients.Responsibilities included:* Writing summaries of Legislative and Senate Committee Hearings* Arranging client meetings with Cabinet Ministers, senior ministerial staff, other politicians and senior bureaucrats* Preparing all company backgrounders and issue overviews* Managing client relationships* Industry sectors included Defence, Health and Pharmaceuticals, Telecommunications, Finance, Environment, Education, Sports and Entertainment, and Science and TechnologyBy the time I left (to accept a position as a political staffer in Ontario's provincial government), I was recruiting my own clients. Show less