Mahalia Verna, Icd.D Email & Phone Number

Westmount, Qc, Ca

Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

As a Board Trustee, I play a critical role in ensuring effective governance, strategic leadership, and accountability to stakeholders, while fulfilling the corporation's mandate and serving the public interest. I am a member of the Governance and Human Resources committee, and I am the lead director of the Human Resources sub-committee.My role includes the following responsibilities:- Governance Oversight: responsible for ensuring that the crown corporation operates in compliance… Show more As a Board Trustee, I play a critical role in ensuring effective governance, strategic leadership, and accountability to stakeholders, while fulfilling the corporation's mandate and serving the public interest. I am a member of the Governance and Human Resources committee, and I am the lead director of the Human Resources sub-committee.My role includes the following responsibilities:- Governance Oversight: responsible for ensuring that the crown corporation operates in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.- Strategic Planning: participate in the development and approval of the corporation's strategic plans, which outline its mission, vision, goals, and objectives.- Financial Oversight: monitor the financial performance of the crown corporation, including budgeting, financial reporting, and risk management.- Risk Management: identify and assess risks that may affect the corporation's operations, reputation, or financial health.- Oversight of Management: monitor and evaluate performance, and provide feedback and oversight of the corporation's Chief Executive Officer (CEO).- Stakeholder Engagement: engage with stakeholders, including government officials, employees, partners, and the public. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As an External Advisor, I support organizations that truly care about making a difference in their communities with expert consultation as a professional who has experienced the creative industries across multiple perspectives, as a vendor, employee, leader, board member, speaker & moderator, peer assessor, and more.Most recent mandates have included the Black Screen Office (BSO), Women in View, Telefilm Canada, the McCord-Stewart Museum, as well as a select roster of private clients in… Show more As an External Advisor, I support organizations that truly care about making a difference in their communities with expert consultation as a professional who has experienced the creative industries across multiple perspectives, as a vendor, employee, leader, board member, speaker & moderator, peer assessor, and more.Most recent mandates have included the Black Screen Office (BSO), Women in View, Telefilm Canada, the McCord-Stewart Museum, as well as a select roster of private clients in the creative industries and the not-for-profit sector.Competencies:- Experience, expertise, and capacity to assess business plans and marketing strategies that focus on positioning, brand awareness, audience development, audience engagement and outreach;- Ability to comprehensively assess alignment of strategies with target audiences identified, community partnerships and objectives;- Passion and experience in the fields of tech, arts and culture, business development, programming, marketing, communications, audience outreach, brand activation;- Knowledge of Canadian and international arts and culture, media, and technology sectors;- Knowledge and cultural sensitivity on the topics of diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability;- Experience working in teams and collaborating with different workflows;- Aptitude for objectively evaluating assignments while following assessment requirements;- Skilled at providing guidance, advice, and direction across teams, consistent with the vision, goals, and objectives of an organization or a particular project/program/initiative;- Capable of assessing each aspect of a project including management, research, education, innovation, and knowledge transfer. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As the Administrator of The Gelsy Verna Estate (La succession Gelsy Verna), I am responsible for the management of the late artist's legacy, legal rights, and interests. This includes preserving and exhibiting artworks, serving as a scholarly reference for information regarding the artist's life and work, as well as managing artwork sales, licensing, and more.

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Chief Strategy Officer at Tripura Breath, I was mandated to lead the Human Resources and Communications departments, develop and implement company strategies, policies and procedures, and represent the company at specific industry events and with strategic business relationships. In addition, I was responsible for the production of immersive experiences and brand activations and co-productions. In this role, I accomplished:- Ensuring the smooth implementation of new policies and… Show more As Chief Strategy Officer at Tripura Breath, I was mandated to lead the Human Resources and Communications departments, develop and implement company strategies, policies and procedures, and represent the company at specific industry events and with strategic business relationships. In addition, I was responsible for the production of immersive experiences and brand activations and co-productions. In this role, I accomplished:- Ensuring the smooth implementation of new policies and procedures;- Providing team members with timely guidance in matters related to Human Resources;- Supporting team members through OKRs monthly review sessions; - Leading the development and implementation of structure to internal communications;- Developing and guiding important improvements to digital marketing tools and analytics measurement;- Supporting the Sales and Products departments' Marketing and Communications needs;- Contributing to the management of administration, legal affairs, and business development;- Serving as liaison with partners, distributors and PR specialists;- As Senior Producer, leading the production of interactive experiences and brand activations. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As a Producer, I have worked on critically acclaimed projects, participating in the financing, production and launch stages of fiction and documentary productions. I helped filmmakers secure funds from agencies such as SODEC, CALQ, Canada Council for the Arts, Telefilm Canada, collaborate with associations like ACTRA, UDA, APFTQ, WGC, and negotiate broadcast licenses with The Movie Network, Showcase, Super Écran, and CBC.My production credits include award-winning projects such as… Show more As a Producer, I have worked on critically acclaimed projects, participating in the financing, production and launch stages of fiction and documentary productions. I helped filmmakers secure funds from agencies such as SODEC, CALQ, Canada Council for the Arts, Telefilm Canada, collaborate with associations like ACTRA, UDA, APFTQ, WGC, and negotiate broadcast licenses with The Movie Network, Showcase, Super Écran, and CBC.My production credits include award-winning projects such as documentaries "Dieu a-t-il quitté l’Afrique" (2008), "Au nom de la mère et du fils" (2005), feature film "Saved by the Belles" (2003), and television specials “CBC Montreal Summer Series" (2009; 2010), "Doc Shop 5 Special Series" (2008).In addition, I served as Co-Producer and Host of Coco Café, a live performance series that showcased Black talent in spoken word and music. I produced literary segments for CKUT-FM. I served as Senior Producer on flagship projects at E.D. FILMS, an award-winning Montreal-based animation and tech studio. Most recently, I worked as Senior Producer of interactive and immersive experiences at Montreal start-up Tripura Breath. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Senior Director of Operations and Strategy at E.D. FILMS, I played a key role in taking the company to the next level. I supported the leadership team in shaping long-term strategies that aligned with the company's core values and developed measures to guide, track and realize the company’s key business objectives. Ensuring high quality of operations and client services, I was responsible for expanding the company’s footprint and strengthening its reputation. I also took on the role of… Show more As Senior Director of Operations and Strategy at E.D. FILMS, I played a key role in taking the company to the next level. I supported the leadership team in shaping long-term strategies that aligned with the company's core values and developed measures to guide, track and realize the company’s key business objectives. Ensuring high quality of operations and client services, I was responsible for expanding the company’s footprint and strengthening its reputation. I also took on the role of Senior Producer for flagship projects that remain on the studio’s production slate. In this role, I accomplished: - Leading the overhaul of organizational strategy, and executing tactics to optimize company and asset growth; - Revamping operational processes, producing documents, policies, templates, guides and handbooks to establish governance, train staff and improve workflows; - Optimizing senior executive decision-making and providing support in budgeting, financing, and legal and regulatory matters; - Planning, implementing and managing strategic recommendations and tactical projects; - Acting as Senior Producer for flagship projects; - Representing the company at events to foster strategic business relationships and project development initiatives, including: Ottawa International Animation Festival (2020), C2 Montreal (2020), HUB Montreal (2020), Rencontres Asiatiques (2020), SODEC LAB VIRTUEL (Annecy 2020), and Atelier Grand Nord XR (2021). Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Marketing and Communications Manager at Ometz, I oversaw the full creative process, from planning to production to implementation and measurement, to support the organization's program goals and fundraising objectives in order to deliver on its mission of helping people reach their potential, and securing the growth and vitality of the Montreal community. The key aspects of my role were:- Creating and leading a high-performing and inclusive team to provide full-range in-house… Show more As Marketing and Communications Manager at Ometz, I oversaw the full creative process, from planning to production to implementation and measurement, to support the organization's program goals and fundraising objectives in order to deliver on its mission of helping people reach their potential, and securing the growth and vitality of the Montreal community. The key aspects of my role were:- Creating and leading a high-performing and inclusive team to provide full-range in-house Marketing and Communications services to the organization’s numerous departments and their wide array of programs, events and outreach initiatives;- Providing dynamic creative direction and effective project management to deliver high-quality print, audio-visual and digital assets, engaging and impactful campaigns that have delivered measurable results;- Acting as Brand Advisor involved in strategic planning with the Executive Team to establish and execute a Marketing and Communications plan, a Digital Marketing strategy, a branding refresh campaign, and co-cordinating the brand identity creation process for a new centre for youth and young adults. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Broadcast Coordinator for ELAN, I coordinated a research project about the challenges of providing original local television, radio and online content to English-speaking communities in Quebec. The key aspects of my role were:- Identifying and assessing content production and broadcasting industry best practices;- Conducting in-depth interviews with a selection of broadcasters, producers and English-speaking community representatives;- Drafting a report providing… Show more As Broadcast Coordinator for ELAN, I coordinated a research project about the challenges of providing original local television, radio and online content to English-speaking communities in Quebec. The key aspects of my role were:- Identifying and assessing content production and broadcasting industry best practices;- Conducting in-depth interviews with a selection of broadcasters, producers and English-speaking community representatives;- Drafting a report providing insight into the causes of the steady decrease in the production of English-language content in Quebec;The final report helped inform ELAN's interventions at the CRTC hearings on its Community TV Policy, as part of the Broadcasting Act and the Official Languages Act. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Program Development Manager for the CBC in Quebec, I was responsible for creating connections between local emerging and seasoned filmmakers and national programming, partnering with industry stakeholders to develop media arts talent development initiatives, and serving as a jury member for an annual screenwriting program. The key aspects of my role were:- Nurturing relationships between independent producers and CBC national programming: I cultivated an extensive network of… Show more As Program Development Manager for the CBC in Quebec, I was responsible for creating connections between local emerging and seasoned filmmakers and national programming, partnering with industry stakeholders to develop media arts talent development initiatives, and serving as a jury member for an annual screenwriting program. The key aspects of my role were:- Nurturing relationships between independent producers and CBC national programming: I cultivated an extensive network of connections with producers from across the province of Quebec to identify projects with great storytelling potential as well as strong audience appeal. I brought forward and pitched these projects to be picked up by national programming.- Evaluating media arts proposals from emerging, mid-career and seasoned artists: I assessed media arts proposals from a creative, organisational and financial point of view and financed the development of projects via the CBC Regional Development Fund.- Participating in juries to support emerging talent: In partnership with SODEC and the WGC, I provided funding and participated as a jury member for selecting talented next generation screenwriters. I also developed cultural diversity initiatives to help artists from underrepresented communities acquire skills and industry experience. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Development Officer for the NFB French Program, I was responsible for supporting emerging talent, collaborating with industry partners to create cultural diversity initiatives, and participating on juries at industry events. The key aspects of my role were:- Identifying emerging talent: I was responsible for evaluating documentary proposals submitted by independent filmmakers and producers in terms of their creative potential as well as the viability of their financing… Show more As Development Officer for the NFB French Program, I was responsible for supporting emerging talent, collaborating with industry partners to create cultural diversity initiatives, and participating on juries at industry events. The key aspects of my role were:- Identifying emerging talent: I was responsible for evaluating documentary proposals submitted by independent filmmakers and producers in terms of their creative potential as well as the viability of their financing structure.- Creating cultural diversity initiatives: I contributed to the development and implementation of programming policies and procedures to foster greater cultural diversity in storytelling.- Building partnerships to champion emerging talent: I nurtured partnerships with media arts organisations and production companies to create opportunities for new artistic voices from ethnic and aboriginal communities. Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Publicist for Galafilm, I was responsible for the unit publicity for fiction and documentary productions and for the media relations for television broadcasts and theatrical releases. I handled on-set media interviews and unit photography, produced press materials and executed publicity campaigns for content that was broadcast on the CBC, Radio-Canada, ARTV, Global and Bravo USA.

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

As Communications Coordinator at Cinar's Corporate Communications Department, I furthered my experience a a publicist, gained valuable experience in crisis management and company restructuring, and developed skills in licensing.I was responsible for executing publicity campaigns and producing promotional printed materials and video reels for live-action and animated children's programs presented at national and international markets such as Annecy Animation Festival, Banff TV Festival,… Show more As Communications Coordinator at Cinar's Corporate Communications Department, I furthered my experience a a publicist, gained valuable experience in crisis management and company restructuring, and developed skills in licensing.I was responsible for executing publicity campaigns and producing promotional printed materials and video reels for live-action and animated children's programs presented at national and international markets such as Annecy Animation Festival, Banff TV Festival, MIPCOM and ToyFair. Show less

Icd-Rotman Director Education Program (Dep) Montreal 022 Cohort

The ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program (DEP), jointly developed by the Institute of Corporate Directors and the University.

History

D.E.C., Social Sciences

Activities and Societies: Peer Helpers Group