My CV
// Professional Experience
2021 – Present (4 Years)
Director, Communications & Brand Strategy
ARS/Global Emergency Management
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Brand Strategy & Market Expansion – Led the rebrand and U.S. market entry of a 65-year-old company, developing a new logo, brand guidelines, and marketing strategies that elevated market presence.
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Executive & Stakeholder Communications – Developed CEO messaging, leadership presentations, and government RFP responses, ensuring a strong corporate voice and reputation management.
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Digital Growth – Designed and executed a content-driven media strategy that increased engagement and grew followers by 200%, optimizing website performance through SEO, blog content, and targeted campaigns.
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Team Leadership – Managed and mentored a team of four in digital media and design, driving projects like a website rebuild, podcast launch, and internal communication initiatives via MS Teams.
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Event Marketing & Thought Leadership – Designed and executed trade show exhibits, hosted industry panels, and launched a corporate podcast, positioning the company as a thought leader in emergency management.
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Cross-Functional Leadership – Acted as a strategic consultant across Marketing, IT, and Business Development, streamlining processes and enhancing communication workflows.
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Client Engagement – Strengthened client relationships through event participation, webinars, presentations, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
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Internal Communications & Culture – Spearheaded corporate culture and employee engagement initiatives, improving retention through MS Teams adoption, team retreats, and employee recognition programs.
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Digital Innovation & AI Solutions – Led digital solutions strategy, guiding software selection, IT infrastructure, and business applications. Implemented AI-driven tools for workflow automation, content generation, and operational efficiency, enhancing productivity and scalability.
2009 – 2021 (12 Years)
Communications Director
Church on the Queensway
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Strategic Communications – Developed and executed communication strategies for live events, digital campaigns, and promotional materials, driving audience engagement and brand visibility.
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Team Leadership – Directed a creative and technical team of 10+, overseeing corporate and theatrical events, digital content production, and brand messaging.
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Digital Solutions & IT Leadership – Led digital transformation initiatives, advising on software selection, IT infrastructure, and business applications to enhance efficiency and engagement.
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Executive & Crisis Communication – Crafted internal and external messaging strategies, ensuring strong leadership communication and crisis response.
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Content Production – Produced high-impact marketing assets, including keynote presentations, video content, TV commercials, print media, and social media campaigns.
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Technical Operations – Evaluated and managed technical infrastructure, including AV systems, live stream events, and content production workflows to optimize execution and efficiency.
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Corporate & Theatrical Event Production – Directed large-scale corporate events, concerts, and theatrical productions, ensuring seamless coordination across creative and technical teams.
2007 – 2021 (14 Years)
Freelance Creative
Fresh View Media
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Branding & Marketing Consultant – Provided strategic branding, digital marketing, and content development services for clients in insurance, human resources, and corporate sectors.
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Event & Conference Solutions – Directed end-to-end event planning, logistics, and execution. Designed and implemented conference workflows, including keynote presentations, digital content strategies, and audience engagement initiatives. Managed speaker coordination, technical production, and branding for high-impact events.
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Content Production – Developed video content, presentations, and websites to strengthen client branding and digital presence, ensuring cohesive and impactful messaging.
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Technical Consulting – Advised clients on technical infrastructure, redundancy planning, and system optimization. Integrated AI-driven solutions to streamline business operations, automate workflows, and improve resilience and efficiency.
// Strategic Industry Involvement
Industry Events Participation​
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WICC Gala
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OIBA Annual Conference
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Condo Conference
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RIMS Canada Conference
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Hockey Helps the Homeless
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National Hurricane Conference
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Texas Department of Emergency Conference
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Governor of Florida’s Hurricane Conference
Community Engagement Initiatives​
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Women In Insurance Cancer Crusade
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Capes for Kids
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Hockey Helps the Homeless
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Tims Camp Day
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Local Youth Shelters
// Professional Application Proficiency
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Adobe Creative Suite
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Illustrator
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InDesign
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Photoshop
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After Effects
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Premiere
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FinalCut Pro
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Motion
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Keynote
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Powerpoint
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ProPresenter
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Office 365
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SkedSocial
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Canva
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SubSplash
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Avaya
// Leadership Skills
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Brand Strategy
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Public Speaking
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Client Engagement
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Thought Leadership
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Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
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Digital Marketing & Social Media Growth
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Corporate Communications
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Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Event & Trade Show Marketing
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Reputation Management
// Education & Training
1998-2002
TYNDALE UNIVERSITY
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Toronto, Ontario
Major: Public Communication, Interaction & Education
1990-1004
WINSTON CHURCHILL C.I.
OSSD
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Scarborough, Ontario
Advance Courses • Media Arts, English, Computer Science.
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Grade 12 • Athlete of the Year
CERTIFICATIONS​
& TRAINING
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Toronto, Ontario
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Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Visual line-of-sight (VLOS)
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Firearms License
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Hunter Safety Course
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Working at Heights
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Standard First Aid CPR C + AED
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Pleasure Craft Operator