Calgary, AB - Relocating to Halifax, NS - Summer 2026

403-803-2389 | [email protected]

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PROGRAM MANAGER | INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMS | STRATEGIC INITIATIVES | STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

PMP-certified Program and Project Leader with 20+ years of experience advancing strategic initiatives, organizational transformation, technology adoption, stakeholder engagement, governance, and operational modernization across nonprofit, consulting, technology, retail, and community-focused environments.

Recognized for bringing structure to complexity, building trusted relationships, and translating emerging opportunities into executable plans, governance frameworks, statements of work, reporting mechanisms, and measurable outcomes. Experienced coordinating executives, technical specialists, vendors, consultants, community organizations, and cross-functional teams to successfully deliver initiatives in dynamic and evolving environments.

Brings a unique combination of program management, partnership development, innovation-minded thinking, workforce development, digital transformation, and community impact experience. Known for connecting people, ideas, systems, and resources to advance organizational objectives while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, accountability, and long-term value creation

CORE COMPETENCIES

Program & Strategic Leadership

• Program Management
• Strategic Initiatives
• Portfolio Coordination
• Project Governance & Reporting
• Risk, Issue & Dependency Management
• Performance Measurement & Reporting

Stakeholder & Partnership Management

• Executive Stakeholder Engagement
• Partnership Development
• Cross-Sector Collaboration