CERIC is a charitable organization that advances education and research in career counselling and career development, in order to increase the economic and social well-being of Canadians.When I started at CERIC as the IT & New Media Specialist, I was tasked to further our efforts in social media, which in 2011 still was in early stages. As such as I created social media accounts and began our work to promote the CERIC’s work through these channels. I was also tasked to replace of filing system, which at the time worked on network share folders, I helped the organization move to the cloud, introducing Huddle. Soon other platforms were introduced like MailChimp, Wuffoo, SurveyMonkey and Eventbrite, for our events, specifically for our largest event Cannexus, which contributed to a better user experience with our registration process. I was instrumental in the implementation of our email database to comply with Canadian privacy legislation CASL and in different occasions was lead to revamp our various CERIC’s website vehicles.In 2013, I transitioned to the role of Digital Media & Communications manager, where I oversaw web and social media strategy for the organization. In 2016, I was promoted to Senior Digital Media & Communications, as I set to taking additional responsibility and was assigned with staff who now reported to me. During my tenure at CERIC, I:- Introduced and implemented the power of cloud technologies, namely: Huddle, Eventbrite, MailChimp, Wufoo, SurveyMonkey, Dropbox, Slack, Zoom, Buffer, Salesforce, Office365, WordPress, QuickBooks Online, GoToWebinar, Zapier, LastPass- Have been instrumental in the hiring of staff, some of whom are currently key members of the team- Have been important in CERIC’s recent rebranding efforts- Have been lead in launching two new content curation platforms, CareerWise and OrientAction- Have introduced a strategic plan to enhance our usage of technology, term the Digital Transformation Strategy

I am deeply committed to exploring how philanthropy can influence digital ecosystems, particularly through leveraging artificial intelligence, blockchain, and web3 technologies. These innovative tools provide unique opportunities to redistribute power, optimize resource flows, and ensure equitable access on a global scale. By embracing these technologies, I aim to transform systemic structures and pioneer sustainable futures, redefining the nexus between technology and societal well-being.

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I am the Senior Instructor for an immersive digital marketing bootcamp designed for adult learners eager to excel in the ever-evolving field of digital marketing. In addition to teaching cutting-edge digital marketing strategies and accelerated learning techniques, I provide personalized career services to empower students in achieving their professional goals.

I played a crucial role as a subject matter expert in the development of a comprehensive 24-week online digital marketing bootcamp course, designed to be utilized by higher education institutions throughout North America starting in 2023.

I taught MEDI1022 Social Media and Emerging Technology as part of the School of Media, Business & Access. Topics include: CRM, Skype, Facebook, Twitter, SMART board and other business tools for employment.

While at Vivid Design, I:- Maintained client relationships- Directed the delivery of highly effective best practice campaigns and experiences across multiple platforms- Lead on delivering design solutions that drive results

I conducted university-level lectures on computer visualization, universal design, critical analysis of media and intercultural communication; held labs for design software training. Courses taught:- CCT370 Critical Analysis of Media- CCT384 Universal Design- CCT200 Intercultural Communications

I prepared and conducted tutorial sessions, proctored exams, graded essays, midterms and finals.- CCT101 Contemporary Communication Technologies- CCT206 Law, Technology and Culture- CCT404 Integrative Design Project

I represented students and helped introduce the MediaGenerator@ UTM; liaisoned and worked with graduate student facilitators to promote student extracurricular initiatives.

I worked as freelance graphic and web designer specializing in the areas of content management systems, dynamic web design and social media.

I co-founded campus-wide initiative with the support of the Adaptive Technology Resource Center (ATRC). I helped create vividcampus.com. My product management and design work helped steer us toward a strong weblogging and social networking concept.

I co-founded the first University of Toronto Mississauga campus-wide student magazine; managed and developed print media, as well as all aspects of the magazine’s online presence.

I hosted a radio show on AM Radio, CHHA 1610 on Tuesdays from 8-9pm on human rights issues in Latin America.

I worked under the supervision of the Executive Director to create web and print promotional materials for the yearly TBI's events calendar. I also serve as point-of-contact and administrative duties for members and donors.