Urban Minds logoProgram ManagerProgram ManagerUrban MindsUrban MindsJan 2019 - Jan 2021 · 2 yrsJan 2019 - Jan 2021 · 2 yrsChildrenChildrenI led the 1UP Program, linking youth with the city building industry via conferences, educational materials, and leadership workshops. I managed a 10-person team, overseeing tasks, maintaining motivation, and ensuring smooth transitions. Additionally, I organized various in-person and virtual events, leveraging my network to bring in guest… Show more Urban Minds logoProgram ManagerProgram ManagerUrban MindsUrban MindsJan 2019 - Jan 2021 · 2 yrsJan 2019 - Jan 2021 · 2 yrsChildrenChildrenI led the 1UP Program, linking youth with the city building industry via conferences, educational materials, and leadership workshops. I managed a 10-person team, overseeing tasks, maintaining motivation, and ensuring smooth transitions. Additionally, I organized various in-person and virtual events, leveraging my network to bring in guest speakers and foster collaborations for projects. Show less

The research sought to create Canada's first dataset of developable land, aiming to contribute to innovative studies on the country's housing market and urban/suburban growth. My responsibilities included curating this dataset through ArcMap, involving extensive data collection and management spanning over 900 files. This process also entailed constructing spatial models and managing error-handling procedures.

CityWorks was a branch of Evergreen that had a focus on urban innovation and environmental sustainability in the city. I conducted research and participated in stakeholder workshops to advance Peterborough's Mid-Sized Cities Program, aiming to elevate the city's profile in the province and develop strategies for local prosperity. Additionally, I contributed to the laneway initiative by supporting activations and research on housing projects within laneways in Toronto.

I led a GIS project focused on resilient hubs in Toronto. Collaborating with different City divisions, I effectively communicated findings and managed confidential government data while engaging with city members and partners throughout the process.

Due to an update in approved air dispersion models, I managed a comprehensive client data update and communicated model changes, while also overseeing over 100 client profiles through auditing and maintenance. Using ArcGIS products, I visualized data into maps and designed a model to automate map creation for non-GIS users.