Kyle Thomas Email & Phone Number

Ottawa, On, Ca

The purpose of the eHub is to help shape an entrepreneurial mindset across the University of Ottawa campus. The eHub aims to foster a world-class campus-based entrepreneurial ecosystem at the University of Ottawa. We support aspiring student entrepreneurs from all faculties who are seeking to start and grow their business. We also provide support to students who are looking to explore the world of entrepreneurship and develop their entrepreneurial thinking skills.• Launched 5 new… Show more The purpose of the eHub is to help shape an entrepreneurial mindset across the University of Ottawa campus. The eHub aims to foster a world-class campus-based entrepreneurial ecosystem at the University of Ottawa. We support aspiring student entrepreneurs from all faculties who are seeking to start and grow their business. We also provide support to students who are looking to explore the world of entrepreneurship and develop their entrepreneurial thinking skills.• Launched 5 new programs at the eHub through the Experience Ventures Program (Ideas Lab, Solutions Lab, Match-Up, Student-in-Residence, and the Interdisciplinary Project)• Placed 380 students in these five Experience Ventures programs.• Developed and fostered internal partnerships at the University of Ottawa (e.g. Faculty of Law, Telfer School of Management, Faculty of Engineering, Enactus)• Recruited local startups for the Match-Up Program• Curriculum development and event planning of student bootcamps and hackathons • Planned and hosted The Crunch; a yearly event in partnership with Algonquin College and Carleton University.• Attended external networking events and participated in committees• Conducted student recruitment and outreach on campus• Supervised co-op students Show less

Ottawa, Canada Area

• Coordinated webinars/workshops through Invest Ottawa’s Education Centre• Planned and hosted 390 workshops & webinars with 8,700 attendees over two years• Hosted special education series including Business for Good and CreativeEntrepreneurship Masterclass Series• Hosted in-person sessions and successfully pivoted services online due to COVID-19• Developed procedures to improve client experience• Worked closely with the Partnerships Team and Invest Ottawa’s corporate… Show more • Coordinated webinars/workshops through Invest Ottawa’s Education Centre• Planned and hosted 390 workshops & webinars with 8,700 attendees over two years• Hosted special education series including Business for Good and CreativeEntrepreneurship Masterclass Series• Hosted in-person sessions and successfully pivoted services online due to COVID-19• Developed procedures to improve client experience• Worked closely with the Partnerships Team and Invest Ottawa’s corporate partners• Outreach and relationship building with the local business community• Hosted community presentations on how to start a business in Ottawa• DEI Council member and Pride Circle lead Show less

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Future Proof is a program that assists businesses with identifying new markets, pivoting their business model, and developing and implementing a deep digital transformation plan.• Lead the Customer Success Squad (team of 5 employees)• Triage 1,700 clients in Eastern Ontario & update CRM (HubSpot)• Host 50 training events to improve main street business online presence• Manage roster of 20 business advisors

Ottawa, Canada Area

• Meet one-on-one with clients and provide business advice to new and existing businesses• Outreach and relationship building with the local business community• Host workshops/seminars and assist with the Education Centre programming• Provide support for our various programs and events

• Manage client intake for the organization including first interactions through completion of requests• CRM management of client/company information• Provide resources and appropriate services to clients• Manage calendars for advisors, IO staff, and corporate sponsors• Coordinate services and referrals to sponsors and partners (accounting, legal, insurance)

In.Business is the high school business mentorship program facilitated by Unama’ki College at Cape Breton University (CBU). The program introduces Indigenous high school students to Indigenous business mentors, who are educated, working professionals with a background in business. The primary goal of this program is to help the students explore various facets of business to make informed decisions about their future education paths, including business education. Some of my responsibilities as… Show more In.Business is the high school business mentorship program facilitated by Unama’ki College at Cape Breton University (CBU). The program introduces Indigenous high school students to Indigenous business mentors, who are educated, working professionals with a background in business. The primary goal of this program is to help the students explore various facets of business to make informed decisions about their future education paths, including business education. Some of my responsibilities as the Eastern Regional Manager included:• Established and managed the In.Business Program in the Eastern Region (Ontario, Quebec, and Nunavut) in partnership with Nipissing University’s Office of Indigenous Initiatives• Conducted outreach and presentations to Indigenous high school students• Networking and outreach with community partners• Developed the strategic implementation and marketing plans• Interacted on a daily basis with Indigenous youth, including planning events and overnight conferences • Managed social media content of the program (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube)• Managed CRM database of students and key contacts Show less

North Bay

Through the High School Entrepreneurship Outreach program, my role was to engage local secondary schools and school boards in entrepreneurship initiatives targeting high school students. Some tasks included:• Conduct initial meetings with representatives from all four district school boards• The implementation of entrepreneurship simulation games in local business classes• Prepare and host day-long workshops for “Certification Day”• Developed and presented an… Show more Through the High School Entrepreneurship Outreach program, my role was to engage local secondary schools and school boards in entrepreneurship initiatives targeting high school students. Some tasks included:• Conduct initial meetings with representatives from all four district school boards• The implementation of entrepreneurship simulation games in local business classes• Prepare and host day-long workshops for “Certification Day”• Developed and presented an entrepreneurship curriculum to the local alternative learning centre school. Students learned how to build a business as a class through ideation and product development. Students were able to sell their goods at the local shopping centre through a partnership with Northgate Shopping Centre.The Starter Company program was a newly launched program by the Province of Ontario. Some of my duties included:• Launch program in the Nipissing and Parry Sound region, according to the Province of Ontario’s guidelines• Build programming from scratch and coordinating quarterly program intakes• Deliver program workshops, including business planning, marketing, operations, and financial statements• Promote program, recruit clients, conduct the application and interview process• Award grants of $5,000 to successful participants, track expenses, and follow ups. Show less

North Bay, On

As the Youth Coordinator, I administered initiatives to engage youth in entrepreneurship. I also acted as a liaison with secondary and post-secondary institutions in the region by conducting presentations, workshops, tradeshows, and various other initiatives.Program Provider for the Summer Company Program (Nipissing District)• Supervised and assisted in the start-up/operations of 30 student-run businesses over the summer• Ensured students met the program requirements, such as… Show more As the Youth Coordinator, I administered initiatives to engage youth in entrepreneurship. I also acted as a liaison with secondary and post-secondary institutions in the region by conducting presentations, workshops, tradeshows, and various other initiatives.Program Provider for the Summer Company Program (Nipissing District)• Supervised and assisted in the start-up/operations of 30 student-run businesses over the summer• Ensured students met the program requirements, such as updating their activity log and cash flow statements• Prepared/facilitated workshops, verified receipts/expenses, conducted site visits• Prepared reports for each student, conducted exit interviews, and prepared final disbursement requestCoordinator of the FedNor Secondary School Business Plan Challenge• Liaison with regional secondary schools/business teachers• Reviewed and scored business plans• Planned the pitch competition and awards celebrationConduct client consultations and respond to inquiries (phone, email, walk-in)• Review client business plans, funding proposals, conduct market research• Register businesses for their Master Business Licenses• Direct clients in the next steps to starting their business, including referrals to services such as insurance, legal, accounting, etc.Office administration• Prepare various documents and promotional materials (ads, news releases, sponsorship letters)• Social Media updates• Conduct market research for the Economic Development Department of the City of North Bay Show less

Honours Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Marketing And Organizational Studies

Digital Marketing Certificate, With Distinction