Simone Cole Email & Phone Number

Canada

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

• Lead the EDI Committee in planning and implementing initiatives to close gaps inemployment
• Spearheaded federal regulatory equity reporting, target-setting, and measurement,ensuring 100% compliance with The Federal Contractors Program
• Analyzed EDI metrics to provide data-driven recommendations for key stakeholders
• Drafted internal/external communication pieces & managed internal Sharepoint
• Implemented 5 key policies and 3 procedures to foster an inclusive environment
• Developed a barrier-free interview and on-boarding template, leading to an increasein applications from individuals with invisible disabilities

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Acted as an employee advocate during employee relations cases
• Provided conflict resolution support and coaching to employees
• Conducted 40+ employee exit interviews, resulting in actionable insights thatdirectly impacted employee retention
• Led a research team of 5 to develop and execute a comprehensive 'Employee Census Survey', that drove strategic HR initiatives

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Reviewed and updated corporate policies, procedures and guide booksDesigned and facilitated custom executive level 'Safe Space Training'.Drafted the framework and guidelines for the Equity & Wellness CouncilHosted 1:1 and group meetings to facilitate conflict de-escalation

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Developed a certification program for businesses designed to build ‘Cultures ofConsent’ using empathy to end gender-based violence within Hospitality
• Built innovative solutions that strengthen DEI & culture initiatives
• Drove recruitment and retention strategies by enabling leadership teams to fosterand maintain safe spaces
• Conducted Workforce analysis programs to identify gaps and design solutions

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Assisted in question design for 2 questionnaires and multiple cultural groups
• Conducted interviews with different entrepreneurial centers across the GTA andrecorded and inputted data into SPSS
• Collaborated in the development of the final research presentation
• Drafted 2 grant proposals and a literature review

Bachelor'S Degree, Forensic Psychology, A

Social Work, A