Tracy Hudson Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Canada Area

Executive and Mid-Level Management Searches• specialized recruitment searches for not-for-profit organizations;• freelance corporate recruitment searches;• researching and reaching out to suitably qualified candidates across my own and public data bases;• screening candidates, conducting detailed interviews, presenting candidates to clients selectively, negotiating remuneration and benefits, conducting reference checks and preparing the employment contractSupporting Boards and management on a part-time or special project basis within their governance framework.- Develop agendas and prepare minutes for the meetings of the Board of Directors and related committees- Minute taking – in person at meetings or in conference calls- Ensure the implementation of decision items, serving as control point for timelines and vertical/horizontal communications- Organize and lead protocols for the Annual General Meeting- Prepare and manage the annual budgets for the Board and related committees, the Annual General Meeting, and the Executive Office- Maintain By-laws- Orient the volunteer/committee roles with the benefit of a comprehensive Board Orientation program

Toronto, Canada Area

Unforgettable Wine ExperiencesRestaurant Consultations:- create wine lists and pricing- establish suitable wine & food pairings- in-depth wine sales and service training for staffPrivate Client Consultations:- wine recommendations for parties and dinners- wine service for private eventsCharity Events:- create Wine Wall for fundraising

Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario

- Facilitated guest needs at a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certified winery- Developed a strong understanding and appreciation of viticulture and winemaking practices- Shared product knowledge by conducting structured wine tastings and tours of the vineyard and facility- Recommended and assisted guests with wine purchases- Provided professional wine service for special events

Toronto, Canada Area

- Sourced and secured clients to administer the web based delivery of collegial coaching tools for Board members, Chairs, volunteers, and senior management- Assisted Boards and Chairs with their governance diligence within the presentation of findings – these results helped their organization identify strengths and weaknesses in their governance and management systems- Guided orientation to various volunteer roles with the benefit of a self-developed, comprehensive Board Orientation program

Toronto, Canada Area

- Relationship Manager for the Board of Directors, and CEO & President, relating to strategic and operational proceedings and issues- Developed agendas for the meetings of for the Board of Directors and committees therein- Record proceedings and subsequently responsible for monitoring implementation of decision items - Developed and implemented the Association’s shift to a new governance structure- Collaborated with various business units to ensure ongoing efforts attain strategic goals- Directed the Annual General Meeting- Prepared and managed the annual budgets for the Board, Annual General Meeting, and Executive Office- Maintained By-laws

Toronto, Canada Area

- Developed and executed marketing plans of Continuing Education (CE) products and services- Implemented current technological practices in the delivery of programs- Forged a landmark partnership between the Association and a nationally-recognized, commercial-education corporation, among others- Steered volunteer committees, planned and executed the annual National Conference attended by up to 1,200 people

Toronto, Canada Area

(servicing 96 offices with over 300 Partners and 1,600 employees)- Directed the Senior Manager Development Centre - twice yearly recommendations for partnership consideration based on psychological testing and profiling- Developed and implemented training courses, programs, and resources as appropriate

Toronto, Canada Area

(servicing six offices with approximately 50 Partners and 300 employees)• Recruited, oriented and evaluated professional and administrative positions• Represented BDO at several Ontario career fairs, promoting the firm• Arranged international secondments – the U.K., Bermuda and Australia• Planned and executed the annual Toronto Region Conference (attended by 150 Partners and designated professional staff)

Fine Vintage Sommelier, Level One

- Food and Wine Pairing - Inventory Management - Refining Tasting Abilities - Service Protocol - Methods of Buying/Selling.

Level 3 Award

Level 2 Award

Level 1 Award

Bachelor Of Arts, Psychology Major And English Literature Minor