Consulting ProjectsExecutive Director – Kerr Village BIA 2006 to 2013Revitalized communities with a diverse multi-cultural baseImproved access to regional, provincial and federal resources Improved access to skills development and enhancement opportunities Provided new community development tools Encouraged sustainable economies Improved business opportunities Encouraged new and enhanced community partnerships and teamwork Initiated new… Show more Consulting ProjectsExecutive Director – Kerr Village BIA 2006 to 2013Revitalized communities with a diverse multi-cultural baseImproved access to regional, provincial and federal resources Improved access to skills development and enhancement opportunities Provided new community development tools Encouraged sustainable economies Improved business opportunities Encouraged new and enhanced community partnerships and teamwork Initiated new programs to include special events and festivals Developed leadership processesHelped instill private and public sector methods into the community frameworkWorked with community partnerships, building a strong network of service providers and worked with all levels of government within the Region of Halton. Changed the landscape of the community in keeping with Oakville's vision to be the most livable town.Stewarded the revitalization of Kerr Village.Planned reports and studies conducted and commissioned by the Town of Oakville. Improved streetscape with banners, planters, and park clean upCo-ordinated a youth based program with Appleby College to utililize the manditory 40 hours of community services Actively promoted Kerr Street in co-operation with the Town of Oakville to assist in revitalization efforts through Oakville Economic Development Alliance. Executive Director - Kerr Street Community Association 2000 - 2006Designed and built state of the art conference centre in Oakville to attract new business Institgated project based training systems implemented by colleges and universities across the country. Developed new training programs for both corporate and community based needs. Trained and facilitated programs designed and delivered for HRSDC and Service Canada. Launched a successful mentoring program through HRSDC Liaisoned and nurtured the community relationship with local government Show less