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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Lead all aspects of company operations, from strategic planning to financial management and marketing.Develop and execute mentorship programs for emerging dancers and choreographers, enhancing performance and fostering innovation within the artistic communityManage partnerships with vendors, venues, and collaborators, negotiating contracts and fostering strong professional relationships.Oversee public events, including large scale productions, showcases and workshops, handling logistics, artist coordination, and post-event tasks.Inspire team creativity through engaging workshops, elevating artistic standards and fostering an environment of continuous learning.Streamline operational processes, achieving measurable improvements in productivity and enhancing overall organizational efficiency.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Lead the production, staffing, marketing, and logistics for North American concert tours, managing 32 live performances annually.Collaborate with creative teams to ensure alignment with the brand’s creative vision and quality standards.Oversee recruitment, contracts, and training for non-union performers and production crews.Foster partnerships with dance studios, talent agencies, and community partners to drive audience engagement.Manage production budgets, travel logistics, and project schedules to ensure timely delivery.

Orchestrated dynamic dance workshops and stage choreography for 200+ global institutions, fostering talent development across diverse age groups and skill levelsChoreographed, Directed and Self-Produced eight large-scale theatrical dance shows in TorontoConsistently manage project timelines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality choreography in alignment with production and client needs for film, music video, commercials and live performancesPioneer creative dance concepts, pushing boundaries and inspiring performers to reach new heights in artistic expression

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cultivated a forward-thinking learning environment, bridging academic theory with current industry trends and practicesImplemented performance-based assessments, significantly improving student proficiency in choreography and stage presencePartnered with program coordinator to optimize course offerings, directly contributing to enhanced student outcomes

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Achieved seamless event delivery by coordinating logistics with artists and venues, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction and program alignment with strategic goalsManaged operational aspects of the program, including event hosting, artist hospitality, and virtual streamingFacilitated cross-functional teamwork to enhance program reach and participant engagement, fostering a vibrant cultural exchangeAssessed program performance metrics to optimize resource allocation and improve future event planning efficiency

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Streamlined artist logistics and staff schedules, optimizing resource allocation for enhanced festival operations and improved performer and audience experience at Canada's largest dance festivalManaged comprehensive budget, inventory and resource tracking, ensuring precise administrative support for General ManagerOversaw Company Managers with precision, focusing on international travel arrangements, ground transportation coordination, and hospitality servicesAssist with all departmental needs for streamlined processes and smooth execution of all festival logistics