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Canada

Growth-focused bookkeeping for service based businesses.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Streamlined global order fulfillment, championing cross-functional alignment across technical and non-technical teams, effectively reducing bottlenecks, expediting turnaround time by 50%.- Formalized and built procedures for analytics and reporting on marketing campaigns, R&D, e-commerce, distribution, and product launches, providing visibility for.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Founded a semi-passive boutique vacation property business receiving 5-star ratings for the past 4 years, servicing 3000+ guest experiences, managing 10 units in regional Top-Grossing listings.- Developed a strategy to quickly evaluate profitability, understand risks, and minimize startup costs, while drawing on creative resourcefulness to launch units.

Halifax, Canada Area

- Spearheaded expansion of family business to 4 locations, managed a team of 20, increased sales by 30%, establishing resourceful business acumen.- Implemented standard operating procedures, training initiatives, onboarding and HR processes for providing feedback, aligning team members and management and increasing employee retention 2x above the industry.

Halifax, Canada Area

- Developed strong relationships coordinating with clients, team members and executives, maintaining consistent communication and accountability throughout project planning, proactively addressing obstacles to ensure deliverables and budgets were met.- Demonstrated adaptability and attention to detail when presenting new opportunities for clients and.

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

- Overhauled financial, human resources, and administrative operations by streamlining systems and introducing new onboarding processes, creating greater transparency for management about risks and opportunities across departments.- Conducted evaluation of $1M corporate budget, presenting detailed reports and implementing solutions to reduce operating.

Halifax, Canada Area

• Responsible for communications and public relations of Lokeel.com for the region of Halifax, NS
• Conducted research to find and connect with target beneficiaries and key users
• Independently created and managed regional social media platforms for this startup
• Worked alongside the cross-national marketing team to conduct competitor analysis, evaluate social media strategies, and identify trends and key insights

Montreal, Canada Area

• Developed strong interpersonal communication skills and assertiveness while soliciting alumni for donations and the renewal of endowed awards
• Demonstrated knowledge of university history, current events and programs, and alumni services accessible to graduates
• Ranked as a top tele-fundraiser for up-selling, funds-raised, and incentives

Bachelor'S Degree, Socio-Cultural Anthropology, 4.15 Gpa (Distinction)

Activities and Societies: Concordia Volunteers Abroad ProgramGraduated with distinction. 1 semester abroad at National University of.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba)

International Exchange Abroad Program

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba)

Completed 54 credits