Marlene A. Email & Phone Number

Osgoode, Ontario

Foxview Group Inc. offers expert Equus Coaching (corporate and life-coaching partnering with horses) through its Unbridled Coaching service; top-quality horse boarding and training through Foxview Stables, and expert project management services.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Responsible for the management of the Classification Conversion projectResponsible for the development and implementation of the Change Management Strategy and related Comms for the Classification Conversion projectAssisted with the Return to the Workplace Guidebook and Employee Protocols packageCoordinated the Internal Controls review with the Finance DivisionPrepared Comms pieces as requested

Ottawa, Canada Area

Equus Coaching is a unique and highly effective coaching service offered by two recognized Ottawa motivational and leadership coaches, Marlene Armstrong and Maureen Donoghue. It draws on the instincts and wisdom of horses to provide a greater sense of self, as well as social awareness.The Unfiltered Truth Horses always react in an extremely authentic and intrinsically honest way – without judgment. With horses, there is an immediate and visceral reaction that speaks to your strengths, your weaknesses and your overall effect on others. Your body language and tone speak volumes; by becoming more aware of this effect and the emotions that drive it, you will be better equipped to take charge of your life and the directions you set.An Awakening While this practice is fairly novel to Canada’s Capital Region, it has been gaining increased attention and recognition around the world. Seeing yourself through the eyes and soul of a horse is the first step towards greater self-awareness and breakthroughs. Several equus coaching centers have emerged around the world, particularly in the U.S., due to the very impressive and compelling results it produces. The sessions are empowering individuals and teams to be better co-workers, partners and leaders. Overall, they are inspiring us to just be better.

Gatineau, Quebec

*Managed 2 Dragons' Den projects, which were high-profile initiatives undertaken to "green" the department.*Managed the development of the Green Procurement Catalog on the Intranet.*Developed and managed the change management process for Green Procurement.*Developed the Web Content Management Strategy for the GreenSpace on the Intranet and managed its implementation.*Assisted in the development of the RFP for the Waste Audits of 9 priority sites.*Assisted in the delivery of Environment Week activities at the department.*Development of the Governance Framework for the Division to position it within the governance of the department.*Development of the Greening Programs Organizational Design and Concept of Operations document to position and clarify the role of the Section within ECCC.Conducted a business analysis on the purchase of dishwashers for ECCC buildings in the NCR.Developed a Green Orientation Guide.

Gatineau, Quebec

Developed a Business Case for the right-sizing of the Division as well as a PowerPoint deck for presentation to the CFO. Developed and oversaw the implementation of a Staffing Plan for the Corporate Accommodation and Renewal Division as well as the PDP3 project;Worked closely with HR to ensure positions were created and staffed as required;Developed Terms of Reference for the PDP3 project;Developed Task Assignments for the Project Manager and Project Assistant for the PDP3 project;Identified issues and implemented corrective actions as required;

Gatineau Quebec

Developed and oversaw the implementation of a Staffing Plan for the Gatineau Satellite Pay Centre;Developed and oversaw the implementation of a Staffing Plan for the new Kingston Satellite Pay Centre;Worked closely with HR to ensure positions are created and staffed as required;Managed the staffing process for the Satellite Centre;Interviewed prospective employees and checking references; offering casual and term employment as appropriate;Tracked staff and reported on number of employees and the Full-Time-Equivalents (FTE) to Senior Management;Coordinated the training of employees in Phoenix and the Case Management Tool;Identified issues and implemented corrective actions as required;Analyzed and found solutions to complex HR situations and provided advice to Senior Management;Coordinated the Side by Sides against the Statement of Merit Criteria.

Ottawa, Canada

Part-timeReview of Management Training Needs in Phoenix;Developed the project plan;Developed a training schedule;Developed and implemented a Phoenix Manager’s Guide/Checklist

Ottawa, Canada Area

Managing the planning and delivery of the Mental Health Initiative at PCO, Preparing a Communication Plan and writing communiques to employees. Preparing and delivering an Action Plan based on the Mental Health Strategy. Creating and delivery special events around mental health in the workplace.

Ottawa, Ontario

Managed the implementation (roll over) of Phoenix; prepared and delivered communiques to employees; assisted employees after implementation with pay issues.

Certified Equus Coach, Equus Coaching - Life Coaching With Horses

Certification in Equus Coaching with the Koelle Institute for Equus Coaching in California. Equus Coaching is life coaching partnering.

Certified Eagala Professional, Equine-Assisted Growth And Learning

EAGALA is an internationally re-knowned organization specializing in equine-assisted growth and learning helping people suffering.

Honours Degree, Commerce

Completed degree part-time while working full-time. Concentration in Human Resources.