Qualifications

Dr. Palza has more than 15 years of experience as a Consultant, Professor and Researcher. He has extensive experience in areas such as Business Management, Operations Management, MIS and Statistical Analysis.

As a consultant Dr. Palza has implemented Business and IT solutions for organisations as Nokia, Ericsson Research Canada, John Hancock (USA), NASA IV&V, World Bank, Bombardier (Canada), Cirque du Soleil (Canada), CGI Inc. (Canada), etc. Dr. Palza has taken in different roles and responsibilities: Director, Manager, Business Architect, and others.

He is Associate Professor at the Department of Software Engineering and Information Technology at « Université du Québec â�� Ã�cole de technologie supérieure ». Since 2009 Dr. Palza is working as Part Time professor at Telfer School of Management â�� University of Ottawa. Dr. Palza was also working as Part Time professor at « Ã�cole des sciences de la gestion â�� UQAM (Université du Québec à Montréal) », « Faculté d’Administration – Université de Sherbrooke ». Dr. Palza currently is imparting online courses at «University of New Brunswick (Canada) ».

Dr. Palza current research activities covers Artificial Intelligence applied to Management (Health, Finance, and Marketing), Business Intelligence (Data-Mining/Data-Warehouse), Statistics in Management, Performance Management, Project Management, IT Governance and Business Strategies. He has published several Books, Book Chapters and Articles in Journals and International Conferences. He is Editor Board in the Journal �International Journal of Information, Business and Management� , reviewer and Chair for International Conferences in Business Management and IT (CITSA , CCCT , RMCI , etc).

Actually Dr. Palza is conducting a Multidisciplinary Research Project in Health Informatics/Health Management. It is an International Project composed by Researchers and Students from Canada and Peru. The project interest is to predict diseases in newborns based on Pregnant Woman behaviours patterns applying Artificial Intelligence Models.

Dr. Palza is also a member of the ISO committee Working Group 24 of ISO/IEC JTC1/SC7-ISO 29110 � Software Lifecycle Profiles for Very Small Enterprises. He is leading projects relating of IT best practices for Small Enterprises in Canada and South America: Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile, Colombia and Puerto Rico.

Dr. Palza completed his PhD Degree with a concentration in IT Operations Management from U. du Québec – Ã�cole de technologie supérieure – Ã�TS (Canada), he earned a Master Degree in Software Engineering with a concentration in Performance Management from UQAM-Ã�TS (Canada), a Bachelor Degree in Computer Information Systems. Dr. Palza has certifications in Finance, Human Resources, Operations Management, as well as studies in Innovation Management, Procurement, Project Management, Marketing and E-Business.

Qualifications

I am Certified LabVIEW Architect, and Specialize in Automation and Electronic Design, I have over 10 years experience as well in project Management.

Qualifications

I am working in different area of business for the last 12 years. I have also worked in teaching and learning, which includes training the staff. My previous assignment with a not for profit organization provided me opportunities to work in teachers’ training, curriculum designing, school management, and other relevant areas. I have also worked as an education consultant & counsellor and taught and trained the students of English language including ESL and business administration.

Qualifications

Marwan Alkarout has over 10 years of experience in the Education field both as an Instructor and administrator. He lived and worked in Asia for a number of years in addition to travelling extensively throughout the region. He has a great deal of experience teaching international students both in an educational institution and company setting. Marwan Alkarout has attained B.Ed and M.A degrees, a CITP designation for International trade, a DACUM Certificate-Levels 1&2, a Business certificate and he is a published author of 2 English language books for the Korean and Chinese markets. He worked at NAIT as coordinator of Student Life managing Student Services, Students Residences and The Recreation Centre. Most recently, he was part of a business start-up importing and selling health products, on-line.

Qualifications

Health and safety professional – consultant- works various industry sectors – construction, manufacturing, and recreational. Able to provide the tools and develop field safey management systems and link to regulatory compliance for full safety management program.

Qualifications

Versatile manager and administrator with 19 year’s experience. Strong business acumen, demonstrated by 12-year ownership of successful engraving business. Approachable, mentoring leadership style builds team competence and maturity. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented and accurate in all aspects of accounting and administrative functions

Qualifications

Kim Arsenault is an educator with more than 20 years experience in the post-secondary environment both teaching and managing the training function. Kim possesses a wealth of experience , knowledge and expertise and has delivered hundreds of training programs. She recieves rave reviews for her enthusiastic and engaging presence as an educator, facilitator and coach.
Kim has international experience inand has taught in Cuba, Argentina and Ukraine. She holds several international curriculum certifications and is a certified DiSC and MBTI qualified facilitator.

Qualifications

DR. FRANCIS ASHONG-KATAI

Dr. Ashong-Katai has had an extensive 19-year career in academic research, finance, consulting and rural development. He has worked as research associate, relationship manager, financial analyst, and corporate restructuring consultant. He has a first class degree in BSc. in Banking & Finance from the University of Ghana Business School, an MSc. in Accounting and Finance with Distinction from Manchester Business School in the U.K. and a PhD in Management from the Aztec University in Mexico. Dr. Ashong-Katai obtained an unusual mark of 95% on his PhD evaluated using the Bologna framework. Dr. Ashong-Katai is an active speaker and writer, his writings have centered around management accounting change, organizational performance management and qualitative research methodology. He is currently the editor in chief of the Performance Measurement Association, based in Cranfield School of Management, U.K. Dr. Ashong-Katai is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments (U.K (CISI)), and is an associate at the Centre for Business Performance, Cranfield School of Management (U.K.) and the Institute for Manufacturing, University of Cambridge, U.K. Currently he works full time with the Northern Development Authority, Ghana.

Qualifications

Ms Bagnell is a Senior Management Consultant with a proven track record of working collaboratively with organizations and helping clients move the agenda forward. She has demonstrated experience in project management of large scale IM/IT projects and technology life cycle management. She has developed the Project Management Quality Framework that incorporates quality and project management methodologies relating to the project life cycles. Ms Bagnell has significant experience in Project Management, service delivery, strategic planning, stakeholder relations, information technology, change management, governance and accountability issues associated with large initiatives. She has various experience working directly with business sector such as Transportation, Utilities, Health, Education, and Justice. She developed broad-based business and financial skills as a professional director of a growing firm.

Denise achievements span the government and private sectors. She has developed collaborative partnerships across government, agencies, nationally and within the various industry sectors.

Denise has managed multiyear, multi phase assignments with strict implementation deadlines and budgets. She has also completed assignments where she was responsible for organizational structure, strategic planning, business analysis, business re-engineering, architecture, standards, e-business, system development, integration/interoperability and implementation. Denise understands the execution of the business visioning and planning process and the linkage to IT corporate vision and goals.

Denise Bagnell has a strong accounting/auditing background with many year’s a experience with the integration and functioning of information technology systems within corporate and financial solutions. She has instructed in post secondary institutes in the Information Technology area for over 6 years in both Information Technology and Accounting.

Qualifications

18 years of direct knuckle boom crane experience, 6-years with Palfinger directly working with dealers.
Our area of expertiese is knuckle boom cranes with a capacity of LESS than 16,000 pounds (Western Canada Regulation (AB)

Qualifications

15+ Years Industry Based Skills

Sales/General Management

Successful business development
Effective communication, customer relations; both internal and external
Logistics and transportation training; facilitation, sales and marketing training
Corporate financial statements and bank relations
Research, implementation and utilization of computer software programs
Proven business acumen with strong entrepreneurial spirit
Strategic customer database development

Operational and Logistics Management

Detailed Inventory audits, development and implementation of procedures
Quality Control Protocols
Corporate safety programs with WCB and OHSA COR compliance
Negotiate, monitor, and refine contracts; effective product sourcing
Procurement and system monitoring; ongoing vendor management
Development and implementation of operational and logistics strategies
Scheduling, staging and routing of equipment and personnel
Results driven a Activity Based Costingâ programs
Timely meeting of Provincial, Federal Legislative requirements
Define and deliver facility and fleet preventive maintenance programs
Effective equipment management including heavy and off road

Management and Supervisory

Direct supervision of cross-dock, expediting and forwarding
Overseeing and maintaining employee standards (100 employees)
Developing corporate and departmental policy and procedures
Beneficial carrier and vender negotiations
Continuous reporting with method improvement studies
Accurate cash flow and expenditure reporting
Feasibility studies and business analysis
Recruitment, investigation, hiring and termination of employees
Managed distribution centers
Sustainable project management

Industry Training: Allison, CAT, Cummins, Dupont, Freightliner, GM/Detroit, GMICT, Great Dane Trailers, Grote, Haldex, Hendrickson, Lode King Trailers, Meritor, Raymond, Volvo Trucks
Software Training Microsoft, Oracle, Seibel, Solomon, Syspro, Vertabase

Qualifications

Dan Block, TeamBuilding Blocks

Education: BA, Industrial Psychology, Loras College

MBA, Organizational Effectiveness, Upper Iowa University

⢠Certified Trainer and Ropes Course Facilitator

⢠Visiting Lecturer, Emmaus Bible College

⢠Member, American Society of Training & Development

⢠Member, Association of Business and Industry

⢠Dale Carnegie Course, Highest Award for Achievement

⢠Certified Achieve Global Leadership Training Presenter

I spent 14 years in the non-profit sector as the director of training for a large human service agency. In 2001, I left this position to start Dan Block & Associates. In 2005, the business name was changed to TeamBuilding Blocks to more accurately reflect our specialization in helping employers to build solid teams. In addition to on-site training services, I also utilize a challenge ropes course that is located in Dubuque, Iowa for teambuilding and leadership development.

All of the training that I offer has an experiential component to it, as Iâve discovered that this is how adults learn best. Training sessions can be as short as a half-day to our ongoing Leadership Development series. Listed below are some of the topics for which I provide training.

Leadership Organizational Effectiveness

Teambuilding Train the Trainer

Conflict Resolution Critical Thinking

Change Management Strategic Planning

Communication Supervisory Training

Difficult Employees The Power of Positive Confrontation

Employee Profiles Brain Optimization thru Neurofeedback Training

Qualifications

Max Brandon, MSc, PMP, is a Project Manager, Management Consultant, Trainer/Instructor and Personal Coach with 20 years of business experience in more than 80 projects and assignments for various organizations. Built several high-performance IT organizations, developed IT strategy and information plans, designed numerous business solutions, and realized countless successful project implementations.

Qualifications

Member of the Northern Alberta Project Management Association

Qualifications

Julianna Cantwell, CAE, CME, CCRN, is the President of JUNA Consulting Inc. and has been a professional facilitator for more than 13 years, specializing in sales, marketing, communications, strategic planning and human resource management. She is also a freelance writer and editor. Some of her current and past projects include work with clients such as Professional Home Builders Institute of Alberta, Christenson Developments Ltd., Park Place Communities, Landmark Homes, Nexient Learning (Global Knowledge), University of Alberta, EPCOR, Edmonton Public Schools, TELUS, Acton Consulting, SYSCO, InTrust Communications, Capture Technical Writing, Alberta Municipal Affairs, Edmonton Police Services, ATCO Gas, CN, Edmonton International Airport, Appeals Commission for Workersâ Compensation, LCN International.

A graduate from the University of Alberta, NAIT, and MacEwan College, she is a Certified Adult Educator, Master Instructor, Conflict Resolution and Negotiations Specialist, as well as a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) Candidate. Julianna is currently Vice President of Human Resources Management Association of Edmonton (HRMAE), where she also chairs the Public Relations & Communications Committee and serves on the Networking Committee. She also serves on the Community Investment Committee for the United Way.

Qualifications

I am a seasoned results-oriented professional engineer with proven leadership, technical, and business development expertise. I have over twenty-five years of broad industry experience through my affiliation with such companies as Nexen Energy ULC, Intragaz Inc, EnCana Corporation, Union Gas Limited, and The Mosaic Company.

I have extensive knowledge in the management of oil & gas operations and development projects in both domestic and international environments. My technical skills include the optimization of oil & gas facilities and infrastructure, economic analyses & evaluation; budget planning & implementation, technical & commercial feasibility studies development & presentation, risk analysis, evidence preparation, and regulatory compliance.

My core skill set includes building & managing effective teams, sound analytic & problem solving capabilities, coaching, and excellent communication skills. I am a persuasive negotiator capable of gaining the consensus of stakeholders in complex and multi-disciplinary projects. I am an adaptable and well-organized self-starter who operates to the highest ethical standards. I possess effective management qualities and abilities both in collaborative team environments as well as in challenging and adversarial situations.

Qualifications

I have been in the steel trades for over 25 years. During that time I have worked in aerospace, mining, fabrication, energy, manufacturing and even niche markets such as film and television fabrication.

Dual Ticketed in both Red seal Welding and Fabrication I have also attained the business credentials in Blue Seal trades certification. LEAN (5S) Certified, TOWES Test administrator Certified, and OH&S Level 2 Certified.

Currently teaching in the Mining, Energy and Manufacturing division of a Post Secondary institution in Canada I still operate my private Welding, Fabrication and Consulting Business.

I also hold a Chair position for the Canadian Welding Association and am currently also contracted to write rubrics and curriculum for the Canadian Welding Bureau.

Qualifications

Over ten years experience in upstream oil and gas sector. BJ Services Company Safety program development. Specilaized in development of training programs for employees on an international level.

Qualifications

Website: www.teamproficiency.com

LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/sjchamberlain

Qualifications

Nutan Chaturvedi, who is Lead at GROWMORE, was a Trainer-Consultant with NIS Sparta. With four years of experience in the training industry, and over 15 years of proven Sales experience, he has spent the last 23 months at GROWMORE Consultancy. Nutan Chaturvedi has been working with industries like Banking and Financial Services, Hospitality, FMCG, Logistics, and a brief 4 Yrs stint as an entrepreneur. Nutan Chaturvedi utilizes his experience to implement his solutions through hands-on workshops where participants work on everyday situations. He has been instrumental in adding value to organizations such as Hawkins Cookers Ltd,, Sterling Resorts, Tata AIG Life, Aviva Life, Kotak Life in Sales and Marketing.

Academic Qua;ifications

Nutan Chaturvedi has studied at Don Bosco, Kolkata/ Sree Ram Vidyalaya, Kota/ Birla Vidya Mandir, Nainital/ Pantnagar Intermediate College, Pantnagar /B N S D Intermediate College, Kanpur, and then pursued B.Com. (Honors) He has, thereafter, completed his PGDBM (Dual specialization in Marketing and Finance) from Eastern Institute of Integrated Learning in Management, Kolkata.

Programs Conducted

He has successfully trained people in Effective Business Communication, Grooming & Etiquette, Selling Skills, Customer Care and Service excellence, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Interpersonal skills, Adventure Based Trainings, Training Dynamics, Coaching and Feedback, Team Building, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Internal Customer Handling.

Some Companies Worked With

BFSI : Tata Aig Life/ Reliance Life/ Aviva Life/ Kotak Mahindra Life
FMCG: Pepsico India Holdings/ DAVERâs Foods/ Agra Oil & General Industries/ A.Tosh & Sons India Ltd

Previous Positions Held & Areas Of Specialization

Nutan Chaturvedi is involved from the creation to the conclusion of the solution; from Training Need Analysis, Concern Validation Studies (role analysis, identification of performance gaps, measuring training effectiveness and on-field facilitation) to developing and customizing content (in the area of team building, service excellence, and communication based programs), and conducting the program.

Training Experience –

1. Soft & Platform Skills by Kolin Trump, Director, PRICES LEANING, London .
2. âPutting People First (Product of TMI of Denmark on Inter Personal Skills)
3. BELBINs theory on Team Building & Man Management, Global Learning Center, AVIVA London.

Nutan Chaturvedi was awarded at NIS Sparta by an Appreciation Letter in first year itself, for introducing innovative methods in training delivery resulted in dramatic improvement of foot falls in training sessions, and his efforts were praised by the client also.

Qualifications

Twenty-five years as a finance professor teaching corporate finance, personal financial management, and investments and portfolio management. Twenty years experience developing financial accrediation programs, curriculum and courses, writing textbooks and course material, and teaching financial services personnel about personal financial planning. I have also developed and taught on-line courses. Experience with the Institute of Canadian Bankers, the Canadian Securities Institute, the Saudi Arabian Institute of Banking, and the Omani Institute of Banking,

Qualifications

We work with, and train, individuals and organizations to improve their project management capabilities. With offices in Seattle, WA, and Tucson, AZ, we help local businesses, nonprofits, and government organizations around the country.

We supply project managers on a full-time basis for larger projects, and on a part-time basis for smaller clients and projects. Our project managers are certified as Project Management Professionals by the national Project Management Institute (PMI) and we are an approved PMI Registered Education Provider of project management training.

Qualifications

Dr Couturierâs professional career spans several decades of academic and senior executive experience.

As an academic, he was an associate professor of corporate finance (tenured) before his appointment as Associate Dean Research and Academic at Laval Universityâs business faculty. From there, he was appointed CEO of the Institute of Canadian Bankers, ICB, and spent the better part of his career as a private sector senior executive. Under his leadership, the ICB was transformed into a top ranking financial services educational provider, ranking among the top five in the world. His contribution to the field was recognized when he was awarded an honorary doctorate from Dalhousie Universityâs School of Management, an honorary Fellowship of the ICB and an appointment as executive in residence (Professeur associé) at UQAM Universityâs School of Management.

Upon retirement, Dr Couturier started his own consulting firm specializing in Strategic Thinking, Organisational Development and Executive Coaching. His approach is participative relying primarily on the facilitated workshop process to which he brings structure for task efficiency and group communication facilitation for process effectiveness.

Drawing upon his experience as a CEO, Dr Couturier believes that the most insightful knowledge about any organisation resides with the people in that organisation. Mining that dormant knowledge and creativity pool ensures better adapted and lasting solutions that achieve a higher and faster degree of acceptance and ownership by those responsible for implementing change. However, most executives are activities driven; as such they do not often have the luxury of time to reflect. Thus, the facilitated workshop process is an effective method of awakening the dormant knowledge and latent creativity of people within an organisation.

His clientele is both Canadian and international (Morocco, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Oman).

Dr Couturier is currently preparing a manuscript on â The Practice of Managementâ covering the following topics:
⢠Leadership
⢠Economic Value Creation
⢠Strategic Thinking
⢠Process Thinking
⢠Shifting the Financial Information Paradigm

Qualifications

To Whom It May Concern

As indicated in the accompanying profile, I have an outstanding track record of success in taking a leadership role for organisations in Senior Management, Staff Development, Executive Business Development and Strategy, through, introducing more effective business processes and practices.

I have sourced, managed and project managed numerous project opportunities, as well as trained others in corporate development, progressive management, productivity and bid and tender processes in technical, and general business, civil engineering, water, waste water, environment, urban development, energy, mining, building construction, property, roads and capital asset development projects across Australia and internationally that have provided stakeholders with outstanding returns on investment.

I am competent in my industry knowledge with strong commercial and business acumen, combined with an extensive client and consultant contact base and the ability to write business presentations and reports. I excel in written and verbal communication skills with experience in developing strategies in a management and business development role.

My expertise incorporates a unique blend including; executive management, business development, project management, business strategy, planning and scheduling, quality standards, trade management, cost control and project administration, incorporating, strategy formulation, implementation, and technical know-how. I am a highly competent, confident and articulate negotiator with an extensive client contact base and I have had considerable success in influencing the key decision making processes across a diverse range of contexts.
I posses the ability to lead an organisation, conceptualize, plan, organize, liaise, negotiate, influence, delegate, communicate, motivate, follow up, report, and generally get things done in a consultative manner. I am pragmatic, and flexible, adaptable, and ethical. I am able to work under minimal guidance, self motivated, goal focused. I am able to multi-task, and be professional at all times.

You will find that I typically look for and find a fresh and innovative approach to arising issues and that I focus very much on getting the basics right in fields of optimising productivity, reducing costs, maintaining attention on the key leverage points while ensuring operational continuity from a executive management position.

I am very much action and outcomes oriented, but always take the time and make the intellectual effort needed to ensure that the plan is robust and sound before moving forward. I have a wide ranging experience base across several economic environments and understand the key drivers of success in most contexts. I have a capacity to blend into new products seamlessly and invite a new challenge. I am multi- disciplined as my CV will testify.

Yours sincerely,

Edward J Crinion
0429021448

Qualifications

Karen Cumming is a veteran communications professional and former TV reporter with Canwest Global in Canada. She has nearly 20 years of national media experience (both broadcast and print), and is also a certified teacher with years of solid facilitation experience. Her international work includes teaching in Qingdao, China, and volunteering in Calcutta, India with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity, as well as with healthcare professionals in Central America. She has reported for TV, written and produced television newscasts and talk shows, reported, anchored and produced for radio, and has written for such national magazines as More, Oxygen, MoneySense, and Costco Connection. Her career in the media has helped her to develop a wealth of presentation skills so vital to the training field.
She also points to her experience as a successful financial consultant with Investors Group as a critical piece of the puzzle. Building her practice, she brought 1.2 million dollars in new business into the company in less than one year. As a result, she posseses a clear understanding of the importance of professional training in the corporate world.
Above all, Karen is a critical thinker capable of motivating others to achieve their very best.

Qualifications

I am a Certified FocalPoint Business Coach and Owner of FocalPoint Business Coaching Alberta, where our PROVEN curriculum is POWERED by the EXCELLENCE of BRIAN TRACY. I work with business owners and entrepreneurs to achieve their business and personal goals faster than they ever thought possible, while simultaneously REDUCING their STRESS, FRUSTRATION, and UNCERTAINTY. Through weekly 1 on 1 coaching sessions with the business owner, we work together to identify the key issues surrounding their TIME, TEAM, and PROFITABILITY and then develop goals and action plans to improve the company, and the individual. I offer a monthly MONEY BACK GUARANTEE to any client who feels they are not receiving value from our working together.

Qualifications

Entrepreneur since 1975 with many presentations to small business groups in Canada and internationally. Developed and delivered small business programs for the provincial and federal governments, large corporations and post secondary institutions. Extensive experience worrking with individuals and small businesses to improve their marketing, management and team building skills. Also has experience working with non profits to develop fundraising and marketing programs and help them become more self sufficient.

Qualifications

Presently the CEO of Pure Fruit Technologies www.pft.com. My background is in Complementary Medicine I have attained a Diploma in Naturopathic Medicine and Clinical Biofeedback. 20 years in Research and Development of Capillary Blood Analysis training provided to Clinicians in both the US and Canada. Background in teaching both classes in Business Development and Alternative Medicine (Iridology, Biofeedback, LBA and CRT)

Qualifications

Mr. Drabiuk earned his BA/Business Administration & Commerce in 2000 and his Computer Science Diploma in 1987. Mr. Drabiuk has travelled or worked in over 50 countries. He has managed over 300 projects in over 20 countries simultaneously. He has extensive project management experience leading multimillion dollar projects, and experience in acquisitions, mergers and divestitures. He has assisted corporations and governments in building technical training centres to support national capacity building initiatives. He specializes in leading project teams and motivating individuals to succeed.

Qualifications

Accomplished and results-oriented with more 20 years of experience in a wide variety of industries. Proven track record in managing all areas of projects, operations, production, maintenance, turnaround and construction whilst ensuring delivery within strict deadlines and budgets. Astute problem solver with sharp analytical and negotiation skills. Innovative leader with a demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor and motivate personnel to achieve corporate objectives while creating a cohesive team environment. Effective communicator with strong presentation skills.

Specialties:

� Strategic Planning � Leadership & Team Building � Project Management � Continuous Improvement Strategies � Contract Negotiations � Risk Analysis � Human Resources Management � Budgeting & Forecasting � Labour Relations Management � Safety & Compliance Management

Qualifications

Successfully achieved the establishment of international education programs between

Alberta�s learning institutions and China.

Extensive Chinese marketing knowledge, and business network on strategic planning.

Qualifications

Over 25 years experience gained in the areas of workplace performance, change management and leadership development. A certified coach and licensed practitioner with Franklin Covey, Eagle’s Flight, Insights and PowerfuLeaders. The mantra is, “Igniting Lives Daily”

Qualifications

Wayne Dunn is a Professor of Practice in CSR (McGill), President of the CSR Training Institute and an international business, project and thought leader with over 25 years of practical, executive level, global experience.

Qualifications

Mr. Michael Yeung
PhD Candidate, Master of Commerce in Marketing, Higher Diploma in Textile Chemistry, President�s Diploma of ASDC, Chartered Colorist, Certified Black Belt, QMS and EMS Lead Auditor.

Michael Yeung has regional exposure of apparel and textile related industries in Asia Pacific region and he has been working in the field of garment accessories and trims for over 18 years, covering zippers, buttons, hangers, brand identity products, packaging materials of attaching / fastener products and cable ties, and so forth.

Michael is also a qualified QMS and EMS Lead Auditor since early 90s�. He is providing management consultancy and business re-engineering services for both local and overseas enterprises. Michael has extensive and wide spectrum of management consultancy experiences in the fields of textiles, apparels, property management, shoes, plastics & metals, toys, quality control, testing services and garment accessories. He has already assisted a number of clients in establishing management systems complying with ISO9001, ISO14001, OHSAS18001, ISO13485 and SA8000, as well as product certification like Oeko-Tex Standard 100 (Class I and II) and other eco-requirements of individual buyers in the States and Europe, like water footprint and carbon footprint, as well as waste water management.

In the past few years, Michael has been actively involving in Six Sigma training, quality improvement projects and other management training courses. Green manufacturing, energy efficiency and environmental friendly products are focused by Michael recently. Michael�s past experiences in supplying functional fastener products to toy industry and his laboratory testing background will definitely support his new market development in toy safety, conformity and risk management.

Michael is also actively involving in Nanotechnology which is a value added and new concept to the industry. Michael is a shareholder of Nano Tech Limited and KATEC Nano Technology Limited which are based in HK and China. The focus of the said companies is to manufacture and apply the right nano particles to a wide spectrum of products like footbath, textiles, garments, trims, medical devices, engine lubricants and so forth. Michael also works closely with nano R&D centers like NAMI and University of Science and Technology in HK.

Qualifications

Kevin J. Fleming, PhD

Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. is President & CEO of Grey Matters International, Inc., an international coaching, facilitation, and organizational effectiveness firm concentrating on rewiring the personal and corporate brain for a state of neuro-excellence�.literally. He is also the founder of �Assumptive Coaching�, an integrative model aimed at challenging the thinking underneath one�s thinking around change and complex systems inherent in decision making.

Dr. Fleming is also a well known critic on the ineffectiveness of business training, therapeutic, and coaching industries. He received his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame in clinical psychology, as well as completed a Postdoctoral Residency in Consulting Psychology from the University of Wyoming. Fleming’s work for the past ten years has been devoted to refining â��the neuroscience of leadership and behavior change in societyâ�� and assisting people in having the critical conversations that are driven by the internal dialogue within.

Utilizing alignment principles of human nature, virtues/ethics, and working with the ways of the brain, he is in the practice of moving individuals and organizations away from rote behavior toward areas of creativity and shared accomplishment.

“A man of unusually acute insight,
a much sought after executive coach … ”

Tom Morris, PhD, author of IF ARISTOTLE RAN GENERAL MOTORS
and IF HARRY POTTER RAN GENERAL ELECTRIC

“A wonderfully different and authentic approach
from the shrink who doesn’t like shrinks.”

Richard Koch, Bestselling Author of THE 80/20 PRINCIPLE

â��His writings is up there with the best and a must read for everyone who is tired of hearing what people “think” they want to hear. If you’re looking for dynamic change in your organization, get Doc Flemings cure!â��

Lord Phillip G. Wren, Chairman & CEO, United Publishing & Media Group USA

Fleming’s work produces profound behavioral and ethical changes, affirmed by its beneficiaries. He is an active critic of the 100 billion dollar a year training and coaching industry, which in general has little to show in terms of ROI. Fleming’s clientele includes such notables as a prominent Asian-American billionaire, a former White House official, top ranking CEOs, Hollywood executives, Juilliard musicians, politicians, and even NFL players and other professional athletes. He has produced an e-learning product for Targeted Learning Corporation, sharing the spotlight of innovative web-based seminars with the likes of Marcus Buckingham and Stephen Covey. He recently was asked to contribute as an expert to Chief Learning Officer magazine, the leading publication for organizational development executives worldwide. His radical call to transform on a meta-level the “thinking of business thinking” has been far reaching, as evident in a recent request to speak to the Ministers and Prime Ministers of Jordan and United Arab Emirates. The prestigious East West Institute, affiliated with the United Nations, is consulting his expertise on the applications of neuroscience to conflict resolutions and peace facilitation practices. His work on â��decision illusionsâ�� has also been utilized by Al Goreâ��s Climate Project and the President of Mexico

He has worked at the renowned high profile Beau Monde programs for executive development and transformation, which has been featured in Money magazine (August, 2006). Dr. Fleming�s writings and expert insights have been featured in some of the widest circulated publications internationally, including The New York Times, New York Daily News, Christian Science Monitor, CNN, Fox News, msn.com, CFO.com, Consumer Health Journal, Prevention Magazine and Physician Executive. He contributes regularly to the Gately Newsletter, which emanates from a leading management consulting firm out of Boston, as well as being a regular columnist on �Transformation Insights,� with Executive Decision Magazine, a national innovative high end thought leadership magazine. He is Director of Innovation at the Family Business Institute. Dr. Fleming was asked to be a contributor to Success Is A State of Mind with renowned spiritual guru Deepak Chopra as well as a chapter contributor for a new 2008 book, Roadmap For Success, by Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard.

Dr. Fleming is an active member of the World Business Academy, Institute for Executive Development, American Society of Training & Development, and the American Psychological Association. His new book (The Half-Truth High: Breaking the Illusions of the Most Powerful Drug in Life & Business) is now released and available on amazon.com. Features a Foreword by NY Times bestselling author Tom Morris. This book has received noteworthy praise from Patch Adams (from the blockbuster Hollywood film starring Robin Williams), Harvard Business School Emeritus Professor Gerald Zaltman, as well as Dr. Joe Dispenza, featured scientist in the hit underground movie, What The Bleep Do We Know

Qualifications

Larry Fox is a Project Management professional with more than 25 years of experience in complex capital construction projects. He has managed projects in various countries through out the world and has a solid track record of delivering projects and programs with outstanding results. Larry is currently on the faculty of continuing education for: Mount Royal College, Red Deer College, Grant McEwen College, the University of Alberta, and past faculty member for the George Washington University ESI masters program. Larry has also written and delivered courses for the Canadian Mechanical Contractor’s Education Foundation under the Canadian construction associations gold seal program. Over the past 10 years Larry has delivered more than 150 courses and has instructed more that 3500 students. As a private contractor he has provided consulting services to some of the world largest companies including: Boeing, US Sprint, TELUS and the Canadian Military. Larry is currently employed by Honeywell International as the construction operations manager for Western Canada.

Qualifications

International speaker on changing brains without the need for surgery. Author of “Emotional What? Emotional Intelligence for the rest of us. Using the 6seconds model of emotional intelligence: Know Yourself, Choose Yourself, Give Yourself, making an impact in relationships at work and home. Keynote speaker, trainer and coach.

Qualifications

After a 10-year career as a public school teacher, I enetered the technology field. My career in the banking, insurance and legal fields has largely been one as a trainer of Desktop Applications. I am proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, as well as in a number of industry-specific applications.

Qualifications

Here�s a good question: �Just WHO am I, Garry Worger, and WHY can I assist an organization with �change� initiatives, and HOW do I go about it, and am I any good?� [Maybe that is four questions?]

WHO SUMMARY
I was an educator for 40+ years, working with public education, grades 5 � 12, and with a technical college. There I was an instructor (math, computer programming, MS-OFFICE), training consultant, program-developer, change-agent, project manager, and researcher with Colleges, Government Agencies, Private Industry� collaborating with local, Canadian & foreign clients.
So my �who� is this: extensive training/development/assessment experience working with all types of clients, in a variety of fields, across cultures.

WHY SUMMARY
I strive to solve my clients� problems, using a GET-GIVE-MERGE-GO (GGMG) model. This means I spend extensive front-end time assessing the
needs/problems/issues/context/key-players of an organization.
Then I map out a �solution� based on my understanding & expertise.
Next my clients and I negotiate how my approach will be applied to their situation, followed by the development of an elaborate and detailed management plan. That plan becomes the roadmap and assessment design for a project.
So my �why� is this: I explore where you are; we agree on our mutual understandings; we develop strategies and tactics to solve your problems.

HOW SUMMARY
I alluded to my �how� in the why summary� but here are some more details.
I use potent models to direct my efforts, based on the research & teachings of Robert Carkhuff� to my mind� one of the seminal thinkers of the 20th century.
His (and my) strategic approach is EXPLORE-UNDERSTAND-ACT. This, you will likely realize, is the over-riding model for the GGMG process I use with clientele organizations.
I utilize several tactical models.
The first is PLAN-IMPLEMENT-MONITOR-ASSESS-RECYCLE (PIMAR)� the basis for my Project Management approach. The guts of this is the Plan, and I am insistent on spending a high %age of time getting this right�
-right for the client (outcomes which is tactic #2, below)�
-right for the target personnel involved (which is tactic #3, below)
-right process & procedures & assessment�
-right for me as a Project Manager (managing, monitoring, assessing and recycling)�
The second tactical model focuses on client outcomes: quantitative measures, qualitative measures, safety measures, environmental measures, supervision measures, key indicators, assessment methods, reporting.
The third tactical model identifies the target personnel involved in the project and their level of involvement (resource, approvers, implementers, receivers, allocators).
In summary, my How is the use of powerful models, customized to the unique context and culture of client organizations.

INDICATORS OF PERFORMANCE
-Conceptualized, organized, implemented, and evaluated a two year training systems development project for a local chemical process based industry. (Budget: $2.0 million)
-Conceptualized, organized, implemented, evaluated, monitored and reported on a major training initiative utilizing computer controlled videodisk technology. (Budget: $4.3 million)
-Designed, implemented, monitored and evaluated a two year training development project utilizing self-paced individualized training packages, supported by computer managed and computer assisted software. (Budget: $1.3 million)
-Conceptualized, implemented, monitored, evaluated and reported on a one year project involving remote delivery of company training programs, using computer managed learning. (Budget: $250,000)
-Designed and implemented a strategy for identifying crucial skills for tradesmen and technologists for over 20 different occupations.
-Conducted interviews, summarized documents and wrote the report on the evaluation of four Computer Based training initiatives of the US military.

Qualifications

I currently run a catering and meal delivery company in the greater Vancouver area.
With 8+ years experience in food services industry my knowledge of its workings have been vital to my current companies success. Working both front and back of the house has given me a good grasp on the way they relate to each other.
My 10+ years of Sales (including 5+ years of experience with the transportation and logistics industry) bring with it a wealth of experience and know how developed in the trenches. Having been in both a sales and sales management role I understand the nuances that exist to ensuring a team works cohesively towards a common goal

I am fluent in both written and spoken French. Having graduated high school completely bilingual and pursued a minor in French throughout university.

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Donna Galay is an accomplished speaker and facilitator of career and retirement transitions. With over 27 years in the private and public sector as a Human Resources Professional, Donna is recognized as a leader in helping people improve their quality of life, at work and at home.

Donna is the owner of a successful business, Coaching That Works, where she guides her clients to design and create a life that they love and are proud of. She believes that people work hard for the majority of their lives therefore, they deserve enjoyment in retirement. Planning the non-financial elements of their retirement years will contribute to that enjoyment.

Qualifications

Served with Canadian Armed Forces

Member of the RCMP

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology

Master of Business Administration

PhD in Business specializing in Criminal Justice

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My experience is both from books and hands on. In 1993, I became a journeyman boilermaker. After that I went to college and completed my adult education and vocational instructor programs. Since 2000, I have created and taught several business and trade related courses. The government has taught me how to complete one on one evaluations and my experience allows me to prepare and teach the required material. In 2006, I completed the BLUE seal in Alberta which qualifies me for trade management. My years of teaching have shown me a weakness in the college teaching system with First nations people. To fill the void I created 6 courses which include 4 trade related and 2 professional courses. The trade related courses start at the pre-trade level and end with a construction supervisor program. The professional courses include a vocational instructor and entrepreneurship program. It’s my goal to be able to equip people no matter where they are in life.

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Years of adult education and training experience in the areas of Sales, Business, Productivity, Personal Development and General Insurance.

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Shona Welsh, BA, MCEd, CHRL
Award-winning speaker Shona Welsh holds a Master’s degree in Workplace Learning and is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL). The winner of numerous Toastmasters International speech contests, Shona placed second at the World Semi-Finals of Public Speaking in 1998 and has gone on to develop and deliver thousands of keynote speeches, workshops, seminars and classes since then in public speaking, leadership, and communications. Her experience in the political arena includes speech writing and presentation coaching for federal and provincial elected officials, as well as campaign speech writing for numerous candidates. Shona is the award-winning author of five books and numerous articles on training, leadership, and communications, and has held senior executive positions responsible for training and leadership development in numerous organizations along with teaching roles at colleges and universities.

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Marielle Gauthier, owner and principal of Redworks Communications, is an accredited business communicator with 15+ years of experience in strategic communications planning, public relations, promotions and media relations. Marielle provides training in strategic communications, media relations, leadership and customer services.

Marielle is also a certified Neuroleadership Coach specializing in life / work coaching helping her clients change their thinking to create positive and powerful changes and achieve their greatest potential in both their personal and professional lives. She offers individual, group and team coaching.

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Dr. Larry E. Webb is President of the Kilgore Group, LLC. The Kilgore Group, LLC has a network of seasoned consultants located in numerous cities in the United States and Australia.

Webb received his undergraduate degree in psychology from Florida Southern College after a stint in the U.S. Navy as an electronic technician. His Master�s degree in Psychodynamics of Personality and his Doctorate in Leadership Development are from the Graduate School of Theology at Claremont, California.

Webb has over thirty five years experience working with people in organizations including small, medium, and large companies, churches, community and government agencies, and associations such as the American Bar Association, the Center for Disease Control, the American Management Association, the US Army, and the American Association of Cardiovascular Administrators. He is in demand as an executive coach, a team building facilitator, planning facilitator and a management skill development trainer.

He was a faculty member of the American Management Association and taught the Executive Effectiveness Course for fourteen years. He has taught as adjunct faculty at several colleges and graduate programs, including the Advanced Judicial College of the American Bar Association. He is a member of the American Management Association, a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, the Florida Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, and was founding member of the Florida chapter of the American Society for Training and Development.

His publications include: Occupational Stress and the Judiciary, a research and training project for the Special Court Section of the American Bar Association; The Support Group Manual, published by L.E.A.D. Consultants; and numerous training materials in Meeting Effectiveness, Creative Problem Solving, Supervisory Training, Conflict Management, Managing Transitions, and an organizational development survey titled The Organizational Effectiveness Survey. In addition he has authored, or co-authored numerous applications of Communication Skills Training such as Communication Skills That Build Relationships, Communication with Differences; The Impact of Personality Style, Culture, Age, and Gender; and The Exchange of Meaning, Not Just Words.

Webb�s clients have included Keebler Company, Square D Company and Square D/Groupe Schneider of Canada, the National Center on Institutions and Alternatives, Florida Tile Industries, Lakeland Electric and Water, and BARCO North America. He has led projects for DOD at various Navy installations, DOJ for community justice innovations, and The Center For Disease Control for Leadership and Management Development of Branch Chiefs, Deputy Branch Chiefs and Team Leaders (a major thrust of this training focused on communication across age, gender, culture, ethnicity and academic orientations).

Webb is also a member of the Red Cross Spiritual Care Airplane Incident Response (SCAIR) Team who are on-call for air disasters wherever they occur. He served the crashes of DR787, AA11, and UA175 after 9/11/01 in New York. He is on-call for disasters that occur in business and industry, including murders, robberies, fires and other incidents where life is lost or endangered.

His approach to training is appreciative and solution focused. Clients are energized by this approach that identifies and affirms their strengths and mobilizes their strategies for clear client impact. He views conflict as positive energy, a sign people care, and an opportunity to create change.

Dr. Webb and The Kilgore Group look forward to helping your organization achieve its goals and increase its competencies.

Sincerely,

Dr. Larry E. Webb

PS: For further information please check our website at www.thekilgoregroup.com

For references check the next page:

References:

David Scott, President
Barco North America
3059 Premiere Parkway,
Duluth, GA 30097
678-475-8118
david.scott@barco.com

Paul Waggaman, Project Officer
Center For Disease Control
Atlanta, GA
404-639-0465
pew4@cdc.gov

Valerie Baginski, OD Specialist
US Army CECOM Lifecycle Management Command
Ft. Monmouth, NJ
732-532-2780
valeriebaginski@us.army.mil

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Managing Director of VG Global. Vinod seeks contracts as a project coordintor of educational projects. He can speak several languages including English, Russian, Hindi, Gujurati, and Georgian.

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Brian is an expert level facilitator, trainer, leadership coach and consultant with over 25 years experience assisting his clients achieve their business and career goals. His specialty is helping leaders and their teams craft new business plans that take them to the next level of performance, as well as change their habits to ones that drive that business plan. His clients include Syncrude, Cenovus Energy, Enbridge Pipelines, Evonik, Bigstone Cree, Parks Canada, Extendicare (Canada), Government of Alberta, PWGSC, Agrium and many more.

He is the author of Lead People…Manage Things: Master the Five Key Facets of High Performance Leadership. This book describes The FACET Leadership Model, a practical five step process for achieving success as a leader. A workshop is also available.

Here’s what people are saying about Brian and The FACET Leadership Model…

“Brian Ward issues a challenge to readers who desire to be great leaders â�� honestly answer Brian’s five critical questions and you’ll learn a whole lot about yourself and your leadership focus”

– Sandi L. Humphrey, CAE, Editor, Association Magazine

“What a refreshing new voice…! Many talk the concept of leading people, but few actually give the many different facets and their explanations of how to lead people.”

– Danielle M. Wilson, Physician Center Manager, Newark, Ohio, USA

“When I learned to do these things effectively, things took a real turn for the better. My reputation in the field I work in got a major boost. I started developing programs for disadvantaged youth (currently up and working) and I started to get offers for promotions.

I have to say that when I found The FACET Leadership Model I did not know where to turn. I was drifting and struggling to put pieces together. I am now very confident that I can accomplish about anything I undertake.

The big difference is that I now have a system to work. A system that works. I recommend this program to all. Get involved. You have nothing to lose but bad habits. What you have to gain is a proven system that works. Thanks and best wishes”

– Roger W. Noe, State of Kentucky, Central Region Mental Health

Qualifications

Gary Gora has an MBA in Educational Management as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. He provides expertise in the areas of client support and curriculum development to both national and international clients. Gary has spent more than 20 years of his career in management and training, 10 years of which were spent in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). He is certified in all of the Franklin Covey leadership training series.

Gary has established a track record of proven partnerships with major commercial, government, and military organizations. He is a respected consultant, curriculum developer and trainer by all levels of management. He has a broad understanding of training and professional development issues, which when combined with his extensive business acumen, makes for a very valuable asset to any leadership team. His personal motivation springs from the sincere belief that every worker, from CEO to entry-level can make a uniquely valuable contribution to his or her organization.

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Amanda is a passionate educator from the Thunderchild First nation. She is of Cree, Dutch and English ancestry. She specializes in Aboriginal Awareness Education, Diversity Training and Leadership Training. She is an experienced and engaging facilitator, conference presenter and motivational speaker with an extensive knowledge base and a quick wit! When she is not working (which happens from time to time) Amanda loves to travel to parts unknown with her husband

Qualifications

HEATHER GRAY
CONSULTING ~ SPEAKING ~ TRAINING

Heather has a 20 year background in law enforcement, serving in street patrol in a high crime urban area, becoming the first female hostage/crisis negotiator at her agency working with the tactical team, is a forensic child interviewer and investigator in an integrated child abuse unit.

Of course there are myriad other special assignments in her career, such as an overhaul of the entire service delivery model and operational projects such as murder for hire cases. She’s been the recipient of several commendations for bravery and for going above and beyond and for being calm under pressure.

After leaving policing, Heather sought out and subsequently trained with Gavin de Becker, the world renowned pioneer in the field of threat assessment and all manner of violence (workplace, interpersonal/family, bullying/harassment and stalking). Heather also served on Gavin de Becker’s faculty at the Advanced Threat Assessment Academy in California.

Heather has served and guided numerous corporate, organizational and individual clients through dangerous, high risk situations that required careful assessment and case management on an hour to hour or day to day basis. In some of those situations,
there was a need to pull in the entities required to form a multidisciplinary team, so as develop appropriate strategies for the situation to ensure the safety of all involved parties. Those have been highly successful and provided safe outcomes for all involved.

Additionally, Heather develops policies/procedures and reporting processes for clients so that all are up to date and compliant with relevant legislative requirements and that all pieces work together thus limiting vulnerability from litigation.

Heather has created customized curriculum specifically for corporate training needs in nearly every industry and sector and for all types of respectful workplace topics along with all manner of workplace violence issues ~ workplace violence, bullying and harassment, abuse of power, stalking and interpersonal violence, working alone and whistleblower protection.

Recently, psychopathy in the workplace programming has been added to the offerings. This is in response to the outing of the deleterious effects that faulty hiring practices through the ‘80’s and ‘90’s have contributed to poisoned and toxic workplaces where whole populations of targets have been harmed. Further, there’s now a triple generation of these faulty hiring practices, along with the related succession planning, that is showing that this phenomenon must be rectified. To do less leaves employees at risk of significant harm and organizations left vulnerable to failing to respond and open to litigation.

Heather is also a popular conference speaker where she delivers presentations on her own compelling personal stories, drawn from her first experiences becoming a police officer at a time when there were very few in Canada, and on through a career marked by tremendous highs of satisfaction for making real differences in so many ways. But, with that, comes many disturbing stories of what goes on behind the scenes. Her take on these is riveting and one that attendees will not soon forget.

She relives the impactful stories about the bare truth of how her life in policing and the violence brought by a corrupt organization destroyed all the gains made over 20 years. Following on, she explores how that debilitating abuse by her police family then bled over into her private family life and how it seeped into every aspect of her life and that of her extended family. The toll is immeasurable. At one point Heather and her son were relegated to homelessness as a direct result of illegal and immoral undertakings of those in power who were out to destroy her and even her young son. It’s the most twisted and compelling of stories.

Those are the basics. The reality and the stories you’ll hear are significantly compelling. Like nothing you’ve ever heard before.

Heather also brings to the speaking stage her expertise. She is available for engaging and enlightening presentations for any type of conference and for any group. Heather is mindful of the audience and thus carves her presentations accordingly. Often a keynote can be accompanied by a breakout session to address a particular issue with a smaller group for deeper focus.

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EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Skilled in strategic financial planning, treasury, risk management, global strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, change management, turnaround leadership, global sales and marketing management, cross-functional team leadership and performance, mentoring and project management. In depth knowledge of MIS, networking, business continuity and IT strategies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2008 � PRESENT: CFO AEROSION LTD.
Established all financial and accounting sectors of Start-up Company in the Comminution industry. Directed all aspects of corporation�s financial, accounting, Insurance, IT and operations. Responsible for ongoing effective relationships with Board of Directors.

� Established banking relationships, responsible for implementation of Dynamics GP financial systems, Wennsoft job costing, Customer Relation Management system, budgeting process and financial and accounting policies for the company.
� Assisted in development and implemented the company�s strategic planning process with Board and Management.
� Working with Operations and Sales to establish product costing and production procedures to facilitate growth of sales.

2007 � 2008: CEO/CFO TAPEKO NATURAL FLAVORS INC. As CEO:
Requested by Tapeko Board of Directors to assume role of Chief Executive Officer in March 2008, I have since been involved in all facets of the Company’s operations and Management. The Boards’ decision was based upon the leadership qualities that I have demonstrated and the confidence that I have earned from the management team and key business partners.

As CFO:
Established all financial and accounting sectors of Start-up Company in Flavor industry. Directed all aspects of corporation�s financial, accounting, Insurance, IT and operations. Responsible for ongoing effective relationships with Board of Directors.

� Established banking relationships, responsible for implementation of Dynamics GP financial systems, budgeting process and financial and accounting policies for the company.
� Developed and implemented the company�s strategic planning process with Board and Management.
� Working with Operations to establish product costing and production procedures to facilitate growth of sales.
� Established operational procedures including Good Manufacturing processes and agreements with manufacturing centres.
� Directed sales efforts with respect to establishing new product suite.
� Directed the establishment of IP related to patented technology.
� Leading process of going public for January, 2009.

2005 � 2007: INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
For Tapeko Natural Flavors:
� Lead the raising of equity capital, including buyout of existing shareholders and providing working capital ($7.5 million package)
� Lead establishment of business plan and corresponding due diligence in raising equity capital
For Encore Business Solutions:
� Orchestrated investment strategy to spin off new business venture supporting sustainable bio fuels to attract new investment
� Established investment package for the new venture
For Shape Foods:
� Lead capital raise, including equity, debt and government related packages ($30 million). Lead negotiations on strategic partnering with large farm group to establish effective supply source for primary raw ingredient.
� Established corporate HR guidelines, crafted employment contracts for key employees, established Board, finance/accounting/IT policies for the organization
For Beaumont Select Corporations:
� Developed business plan to consolidate bakery operations
� Successfully lead purchase of one operation including leading the financial analysis, negotiation and due diligence processes.

2002 – 2005 CEO: SIMCOE DISTRICT CO-OPERATIVE SERVICES
Directed all aspects of corporation�s operations (annual sales volume $70m and 140 employees) and responsibility for effective handling of Board and Member relations.

1999 – 2001 CEO: AGRO PACIFIC INDUSTRIES
Directed corporation�s manufacturing operations (annual sales $100m and 300 employees), completed and presented a five-year strategic plan to board of directors, negotiated new investments to ensure profitable growth within company and was responsible for public company reporting requirements.
1974-1999 SASKATCHEWAN WHEAT POOL AND SUBSIDIARIES1990 � 1997 CFO: AGPRO GRAIN INC.
1997 � 1999 CFO & DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS: CANGRO PROCESSORS

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Professional Engineer in Electrical. Experienced in teaching project management and planning and other electrical and instrumentation academic subjects. Practising professional in oil and gas projects in last 10 years. Studying towards completion of LLB.

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Agri-business Consultant specializing in applied economic analysis
Work experience with Saskatchewan Wheat Pool (Viterra), AAFC, First Nations University of Canada, University of Saskatchewan, Farm Credit Canada

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I hold a Masters Degree in Information Systems Management. I run a professional service recommendation company where we train service providers who sign up for our product and give them to individuals and agencies for a commission.

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Senior International business executive with multi-industry experience driving corporate initiatives and strategy. Responsible for mergers, acquisitions, government relations, and community investment.

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Dr. Green has an extensive background in traditional, distance and on-line learning instructional practices. His specialty is in the design and development of instructional trans-media, on-line curriculum and distributive delivery methodologies for distance education. He is grounded in instructional design theory and has been involved with all levels of curriculum and instruction ranging from K through 12, post-secondary, and University environments. Bryan has gained his expertise through experience as an independent on-line learning consultant with both the Universities of Calgary and British Columbia�s distance education initiatives, the Government of Alberta�s Distance Education initiative through involvement with the Tele-Learning Centers of Excellence (TLNCE), and through direct involvement with the Safety Coordination Services e-Learning initiative.

Bryan has been involved in curriculum design, development and implementation of traditional and on-line instructional courseware for the various initiatives, and has worked collaboratively with a variety of industry partners. His activities have given him a unique perspective on the future of curriculum development and distance education as it applies to the world market and his experience in dealing with a variety of educational systems has positioned him to become a world leader in the field of curriculum development and distance learning.

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FTTS provides training development, instruction, and consulting services for simulator and classroom-based settings, covering generic and site-specific content. We provide quality, economical solutions to fulfill the training needs of power industry clients. We will provide the appropriate training consultation and guidance based on each client’s goals while keeping in mind the client’s limitations and constraints.

FTTS can develop the following to help you create or enhance your training program:
 Student Manuals
 Instructor Manuals
 System Descriptions
 Training Needs Analysis
 Job and Task Analysis
 Training Program Plans
 Test Banks
 Job Performance Measures
 Qualification Guides
 Operator Assessments
 On-the-Job Training Modules
 Operating Procedures
 Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) [Update Existing or Create New]
 Plant Reference Documents (Job Aides)

We can develop training for any of the following types of plants, equipment, systems, or topics and more. Let us know what your issues are and we can recommend a solution!
 Gas-fired, coal-fired, hydro
 Combined cycle, simple cycle, conventional coal (sub and super-critical)
 Basic plant science, instrumentation and control

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Gautam Garry Guptaa, an award a winning, internationally experienced communications specialist, has been Director, The Personality School, Mumbai since 1993. He offers consulting, coaching and customized training services. His areas of expertise include speaking and presentation skills, multicultural communication, business etiquette, call center training, customer service and professional communication. He is a certified expert in corporate etiquette and international protocol as well.

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Please provide a brief bio of your I currently work as a material handler for Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority. I worked with the same organization as a statistical clerk while I was pursuing my Masters in Business Administration. I previously worked as a Account Officer at Wema Bank in Nigeria.

I have a degree in Finance from Bowen University, Nigeria. I also, own a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Regina. I recently completed my IT auditing certifications. I have an Information Technology Infrastructure Library certification (ITIL), Cyber Security Fundamentals certification (CSX), and Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), which qualifies me to be able to work as Information System Auditor or a Compliance Analyst

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20 years of experience in animal nutrition and business administration running my own company. I crrently own a 52 rooms hotel by the beach in Costa Rica. I have been teaching at the Universidad of Costa Rica for a few years.

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Education:
B.Sc., in environmental biology;
After degree in Environmental Health;
Currently completing a Master in Business Administration at the University of Alberta
Work Experience:
Public Health Inspector in Ontario and Alberta; Duties include food safety adult training, food facility inspection, environmental health impact assessments, infection control prevention, outbreak investigations, and liason between industry and government.
Food Safety Expertise;
Sanitation and Food safety supervisor for Canada Bread (subsidary of maple leaf foods) and food safety Specialist/government grant administrator with Alberta Agriculture. Certified as a HACCP auditor with the American Society for Quality. Certified as a Public Health Inspector with the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors. Guest lecturer on food safety and HACCP at Concorida University College in Edmonton.

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My experience as a project consultant (ILO and USAID) and executive manager EU (TVET) has proved me
� To implement development activities,
� supervise and monitor research activities,
� coordinate and organize the tasks among different entities (MOE, MOMM, Universities, Private training providers, and Private sector (Industry and services)
� successful management of multiple projects from defining requirements through implementation
� proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
� sound ability to conduct and interpret qualitative and quantitative analyses
� comprehensive understanding of quality improvement techniques
� successful management and motivation of cross functional teams
� excellent computer skills
� a solid reputation as a hard working, innovative and results-driven professional
My work as an Executive Manager, lecturer, a master trainer at the (ILO and TVET) and designer and presenter of trainer packages taught me the following:
� To handle a variety of trainees and students
� Coordinating employment placement service
� Assist in delivering more qualified graduates for a demanding market.
� Leverage the student�s skills to cope with the pace of evolving industries worldwide.
� Secure a large number of candidates ready for direct employment after graduation.
� Reduce the gap between the student readiness and the employer expectation.
� Organizing workshops and seminars.
� Helping recruit potential graduates through career counseling

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I am an experienced Leadership and Project Management Facilitator / Trainer with expertise in healthcare, financial, energy and manufacturing industries. Some of my past accomplishments are development and rollout of a Project Management Methodology including training and development of over 10,000 associates. My passion is developing individuals and organizations to the achieve success with projects and engagements including complex and troubled projects, while expanding one�s horizons to opportunities that are thought unimaginable.

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Bradley Halliwell has over 20 years retail management and business consulting experience. Has lead several train the trainer programs. Specializes in teaching leadership programs.

As a Business Consultant Bradley has experience in re-structuring companies, coaching their executive and managers. Strategic planning and performance management.

As a professional speaker Bradley has given talks on subjects such as Team Building, Leadership and Employee retention.

Corporate Comedian – Bradley also puts his power of observation to work as a comedic speaker. Building a program that is customized for your specific business to be used at your company’s yearly conference.

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Mehadi Sayed has extensive experience in global sourcing, Business Analysis, New Media and Information Technology consulting. He has authored and taught courses in Business Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, IT Project Management, Systems Security, New Media and related topics. Mehadi has delivered guest lectures and talks on subjects such as Information Privacy, Cyber Security, Emerging Technologies and Computer Security.

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18 years trade experience. Course development and implication experience. Project Management for Construction Turnarounds, Maintanance and New Construction in the oil and gas feild from Trade level to Superintendent level. Experience in other facets of Piping trades such as QC, Materials Management, and Safety.

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Anil Saxena helps companies exceed their goals by creating and leading exciting, innovative, and practical training programs that drive lower employee turnover, ensure inclusion, and increase overall organizational effectiveness.

Anil focuses on developing and leading high impact programs that utilize a variety of methods focusing on the creation of diverse and inclusive work environments. He has effectively performed all major functions of the training process from analysis to evaluation, project management to performance consultant, classroom training to web-based training. He has consulted with both internal and external clients in a variety of industries, including learning and organizational development, energy, pharmaceutical, medical and financial services. His experience includes years of blended/web-based training, designing and developing both live and web-based learning for global software roll-outs, implementation of new organizational processes, and roll-outs of diversity programs. He brings both business and instructional perspectives to the design of learning and information architecture, and is skilled in working with geographically-dispersed project teams and Subject Matter Experts.

Anil has created and led development programs for over 17 years. He is a certified High Impact coach and trainer, a Joint Application Design facilitator, and is certified by both Rush Systems and IBM as a focus group facilitator. He is an inaugural member of Northwestern University�s Learning and Organizational Change program, and he earned his bachelor�s degree in mechanical engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

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For 40+ years, Stephen has worked with and in corporate, government, and non-profits as a senior manager, trusted workplace educator and board of governance director.

His consulting business, WELLth Learning Network, came about as a result of Stephen’s years of discovering “what works” when it comes to developing a healthy corporate culture and productive organizations.

He combines his talents as a EdD in adult learning, a practitioner, writer, workshop presenter, speaker, decision facilitator and mentor to work with and educate executives and mid-level managers & leaders to improve, focus and strengthen personal, group, team, and organizational approaches to creating the well-living workplace™.

His work has taken him to Western Australia, eastern Africa, Asia, and across North America.

He serves as a Leadership Development instructor at The Banff Centre, mentor to many senior managers and consultant in the areas of leadership/management development, strategic mapping and tactical planning, and generally increasing clarity of organizational culture.

He has published books and eBooks in support of his work. He publishes weekly blog posts about managing and leading organizational group via mentoring/facilitating and groups/teams – www.wellthblog.com

Qualifications

Bachelor of Education with ESL Minor
Registered Nurse-Clinical Nurse Educator specializing in Maternal Child Health
Education of Health Care Professionals specializing in Evidence Based Practice

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Lorna Riley, award-winning Certified Speaking Professional, is the CEO/Founder of Chart Learning Solutions. Over the past 25 years, she has developed over 80 training programs, authored 9 books, CD albums, three coaching guides, on-line assessments, and 220 on-demand courses in Sales, Customer Service, and Leadership. Winner of five productivity awards, Lorna conducts high-impact customized keynotes, workshops, and seminars to audiences worldwide, based on knowledge she used to increase productivity by 600%. Her programs are backed by over 60 years of combined research. Work experiences include sales executive, sales trainer, business owner, musician, teacher, computer graphic artist, insurance adjuster, retail marketer, administrator, marketing director, published author, and banking officer. This diversity has given her a unique perspective on the common denominators of success that she shares internationally.

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Over twenty years of training, management development, organizational excellence & consulting experience in a host of industries and cultural settings.
Accomplished Facilitator & Trainer, spceializing in development & start-up situations.
20 years leadership, organizational excellence, HR management and strategic planning experience.
5 years international overseas experience with diversified, multi-national workforce.

Training & Consulting Services:

– Employee & Team Crisis Intervention
– Lateness & Absenteeism
– Time & Performance Management
– Corporate & Team Effectiveness Training
– Individual & Group Planning & Facilitation
– Progressive Discipline & Terminations
– Workplace Violence & Harassment Training
– Dealing With Difficult People Training
– Management & Executive Coaching
– Leadership Succession Planning & Mentoring
– Corporate Downsizing/Rightsizing Events & Planning
– Corporate & Team Strategic Planning

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Rebecca Reynolds is President of RRC Inc. and has innovated executive leadership development using RRC models for strategic planning, corporate governance and collaborative process. Ms. Reynolds has worked with hundreds of organizations over twenty years and has extensive executive leadership experience.
An organization’s ability to meet the challenges of change is the difference between average performance and brilliance. Ms. Reynolds develops leadership that anticipates and advantages change, leading to renewed organizational clarity, strength and productivity.
Ms. Reynolds is an expert consultant, coach, facilitator and trainer. She earned her BA in History from Hampshire College in 1985, based on a research sabbatical using Italian archives, including the Vatican. www.RebeccaReynoldsConsulting.com

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I am graduate Civil Engineer and obtained M.Eng degree with specialization in Construction Engineering & Project Management from University of Alberta, Canada. I am certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Over the years, I have gained experience in professional consulting and in the realm of academia.
I worked as a Construction Manager in Canada. My industry experience includes the Civil Engineer position.

I served as a Senior Lecturer at Engineering University (Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan) and delivered project management lectures to undergraduate students as well as supervising their undergraduate final year projects. Delivered management and leadership courses to practicing professionals and adult learners. Designed project management courses.

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Karen’s passion is working in Aboriginal Initiatives from instruction and project management to curriculum development. She has added oral historian to her curriculum vitae as she was the writer for a book entitled Listening To Elders, Telling Stories, Sitting in A Circle, as told by Walter Bonaise, grandson of Chief Poundmaker. This book will be released into education institutions soon.

She has a unique and inspirational way of connecting with her Aboriginal clients/students by integrating fine arts with experiential learning material.

Along the way, Karen has obtained more training in business, communication, and conflict mediation and via corporate and international continuing education departments, in technical colleges and universities, delivers business management, business communication, and human resource modules to many communities outside Edmonton and abroad.

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Mr. Rawlins has over 30 years of experience in the offshore and land oil and gas industry. He has instructed and developed crews in Asia, Africa, North America and the Latin Americas, Europe and the Middle East. Jim has developed competency and training programs for various domestic and international positions and has designed and built field level training centres in Oman, Mexico, Egypt, Indonesia, and Canada. Mr. Rawlins has also designed numerous heavy duty equipment simulators, training aids, course curriculums, training manuals, orientation training, and advanced development for supervisors. Jim works with organizations to create and implement workforce and succession planning. He is also the founder of Competency Solutions.

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Proficient in employee relations, disability management, payroll/benefits, recruitment, research, training and development, organizational development, supervision and counseling.

I am the Director, Human Resources for PROJEX (EPCM in Calgary), and I am responsible for overseeing payroll and benefits, staff planning, and recruitment and training, along with the development and execution of the strategic human resources policies that support PROJEX�s corporate strategic plan.

I graduated from the University of Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba in the areas of human resources and management studies, respectively. I hold the designations of CHRP, RPR, and CMP and have over 12 years of experience in a wide variety of industries, including hospitality/tourism, insurance, home building and energy.

Before joining PROJEX, I was Manager of Human Resources at both Altus Energy Services and Albi Homes. I was an active member of the Human Resources Institute of Alberta�s Board of Directors from 2006-2009. I am currently on the University of Alberta HR Advisory Committee.

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When people ask me, “What do you do?” I respond, “What do you need done?” After the initial chuckle I then ask, “What are your organization’s two biggest problems?” The problems are usually to make the cash register ring…louder – a marketing issue – and some sort of people problem – a training issue. Thus, I do marketing and training. Two of my goals are to make you look good to both your boss and your people and to exceed your training expectations for a maximum return on the investment of your training dollar$. I’m a high-energy, dynamic trainer and keynote speaker who uses humor to make learning fun. I bring over 25 years of experience to your training room with a track record of satisfied customers. My mission is to treat each client as if they were my “ONLY” client. Now, here is where I differ: As a behavioral psychologist, I suggest that you provide me with two lists: 1.The skills and behaviors YOU would like the participants to come away as a result of training 2.The skills and behaviors the PARTICIPANTS themselves would like to learn I then deliver a custom value-added training program meeting the needs of BOTH groups. While training programs come across your desk constantly, take a minute to review my list of “meat and potatoes” seminars and keynote addresses. Many are the hot, new, and fresh topics while others address the basics. I guarantee they will produce immediate results and positive behavior change, increase productivity, and contribute to your organization’s goals. Approach to Training and Training Style Dr. Elliott B. Jaffa is a behavioral and management psychologist and creative problem solver with over 25 years of training and management experience. As a dynamic and high-energy professional keynote speaker, trainer, and marketing consultant, his focus is on results and solutions–the immediate transfer and application of learning to the workplace. He feels that, “No matter how good business is, it could always be better.” Dr. Jaffa does not hide behind a lectern (unless you want him to) but rather wanders into and interacts with his audience. He takes great pride in his sense of humor and common sense in addressing today’s management problems and guarantees to make learning a positive experience while exceeding your training objectives. Dr. Jaffa’s Rx: a “how-to,” practical, creative, interactive, high-energy presentation to motivate you and your colleagues that reap maximum value for your time and training dollar$. Dr. Jaffa holds a doctorate in education from the University of Maryland and a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Xavier University. Dr. Jaffa’s objective is to incorporate lecture, role playing, audience participation, and case studies to build new positive behaviors into the participants’ behavioral repertoire, motivate participants, and challenge them to think creatively for maximum value for their time and your organization’s investment in training. His primary training goal is to ensure that information learned today will be applied on-the-job tomorrow. Participants come away with a better understanding of how to apply newly learned skills to become more effective, communicative, and productive within their organization. EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT – Managers’ Boot Camp: Coaching Skills for the Leadership Advantage – Executive Leadership – Five Skills Critical to Your Own Survival & Your Organization’s Excellence: Communication, People Skills, Project Management, Marketing, & Common Sense – Executive Leadership – How to Criticize & Discipline Through Positive Management – How to Conduct a Performance Appraisal… Painlessly – How to Eliminate, Reduce, (or at least cope with) Frustration in the Workplace – Conflict Resolution: Converting that “Negative Stuff” into the POSITIVE – Customer Obsession: Total Quality Customer Care – Client Relationship Management: Growing Loyal Clients – The Marketing Audit: Your Magnifying Glass to Increased Revenues – Strategic & Creative Technical Recruitment & Retention – Trade Show Training PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – Precision Management: Working Smarter, Not Harder – Everyone’s a Trainer: How to Train, Present, & Communicate with Confidence, Enthusiasm, & Authority – Everyone’s a Salesperson: How to Better Sell Your Products, Your Services, Your Ideas, & Yourself – Powerful People Skills – Creative Problem Solving for Highly Successful People: A Hands-On Workshop MOTIVATIONAL – The Competitive Edge: How to Get Ahead in Life, Your Career, & Your Job – The 14 Day Guide to Success & Peak Performance Which ones are needed in your organization? A detailed course description with a course outline and learning objectives can be found by going to my web site http://ejaffa.home.mindspring.com and clicking on “Courses.” Dr. Jaffa also has the distinction of having presented more distance learning training via live satellite television than anyone in the country. For a customized keynote presentation or training program to best meet your training needs and achieve your objectives, call Dr. Jaffa directly at (703) 931-0040 to discuss your next step.

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Have over 25 years of training and curriculum design experience worldwide.

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Experienced in mass labour recruitment specializing in out of province/national recruitment and foreign recruitment in the IT sector, business sector, and trades sector. Policy creation around fair hiring practices, behavioural interviewing, orientatin on-boarding programs, development of short and long term human resource strategies. Specializing in immigration for Canadian Temporary Foreign Workers, foreign intercompany transfers, and US work visas.

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Ray is the co-founder and President of Flex Training Network specializing in food safety, health & safety and soft skills training. He has an extensive background facilitating and designing customized training for the private and public sector. Ray is experienced in delivering one-on-one and group training in both corporate and remote locations.

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Dan is the creative force behind Wisdom Speaks, a personal and organizational leadership training company. He is a seasoned workshop facilitator and convention speaker. As a former addictions counsellor, education consultant and award-winning teacher, he shares the wealth of over 25 years experience.

Dan has created numerous action oriented, learner centered leadership and supervisory programs for NAIT�s Supervisory Development Certificate Program as well as the Work Force Development Program for Northern Lakes College. Dan has facilitated innovative, experiential based �Train the Trainer� programs from the frozen tundra of northern Canada to the deserts of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Dan is a �resilience mentor� and modern day storyteller, whose contemporary and ancient tales, help individuals and organizations bounce back from setbacks. His holistic approach focuses on success through connecting with the collective wisdom of colleagues. As a facilitator of experiential learning, Dan invites groups to discover the key to interpersonal thriving, their own inner wisdom.

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Structural Steel fabrication

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Over the past 20 years, I worked in a variety of capacities in the training/consulting, management, logistic, and sales sectors. I began my career working in the Humanitarian Aid Agency and then branched off into hospitality, technology and wireless industry. I have provided leadership and guidance in matters of life coaching, hospitality, account management, sales, and training delivery to various institutions.
Coupled with my practical experience in IT training/sales and management, I have been updating my knowledge with many professional courses in the area of adult education, project management, and leadership. Those certification programs have served as an invaluable tool in enhancing my role as a Certified Training Consultant and as a manager in the IT and wireless industry.
I have worked with a number of reputable organizations, non-profit, and contact centers to perform training, develop management and employees, evaluate sales and retention risks and/or implement programs. As of late I am expanding my knowledge in the area of change management and Occupational Health and Safety

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University of Calgary
Instructor (Online), Business Admin
2009- Present

Humber College- University of Guelph
Developer and Instructor (Online), Business Admin
2008- Present

St. Clair College
Developer and Instructor (Online), Business Admin
2005- Present

Procter & Gamble Inc.
Manager, Market Planning and Project Management
2007- Present

TELUS Communication Inc.
Manager, Channel Marketing
2005- 2007

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Grant Kelly is a consultant with expertise as HSE Advisor, trainer and coach with more than 35 years working in such diverse industries as Commercial Aviation, Construction and Manufacturing and the Oil and Gas Industries of Canada, the Middle East and South Asia. Leading teams and managing detailed safety programs have become an integral part of Grant�s professional life. He has a solid track record in training, mentoring and coaching having guided the careers of countless field workers as well as HSE Supervisors. Grant has just recently completed a project consulting to a large American oil and gas producer working in the South China Sea on a one year program to develop and improve their Workplace Safety Culture and improve their Leadership skills. Grant has lived and worked in Canada as well as the Middle East and South East Asia where he has proven himself as a skilled communicator able to maintain cultural sensitivity, establish rapport with members of diverse groups and promote team cohesiveness. He possesses strong skills in training, coaching and presentation delivery.

Grant works extensively in South East Asia but makes his home in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains of western Canada where he has been a 25 year supporter at the Medicine River Wildlife Centre, builds and sails wooden boats, rides his motorcycle and shares in the raising of his 4 year old granddaughter �Cassidy�. He is also co-founder and senior advisor and the driving force for a school for deaf children in northern Bangladesh.

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Since graduating from the University of Alberta, Clare Paulson has spent most of the last 25 years working with clients as a trainer, coach, and consultant. He has received certifications as a Certified Professional Analyst for behaviours, values, TriMetrix, and Performance DNA. In addition to his consulting business, he has held middle and senior management positions with companies in the retail, oilfield, and construction industries. This varied experience gives him a broad insight into the needs of a wide range of client companies.

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Bonnie has been active in the business and training arenas for more than 25 years. She has coordinated, developed and delivered customized training programs to a variety organizations within Alberta, Canada and internationally.

Bonnie has been significantly involved in areas of:
� Instruction and Facilitation
� Course Planning and Design
� Assessment and Leadership
� Project Management
� Technical Training program design and development

Bonnie has a:
* certificate in management development
* Bachelor of Education in adult education
* Graduate Certificate in Project Management
* Masters in Adult Education
* Membership with ASTD, WLN, CSSE, and CASAE

Bonnie combines her academic training with her years of work experience to make the learning environment an engaging and practical experience for participants. She has worked with and delivered training for adults and youth on a range of topics. She also combines a keen sense of humour, enthusiasm and love of learning and teaching to create a dynamic learning event.

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Shari is a Microsoft Certified Trainer. She majored in Business Administration and minored in Communication at the University of Colorado. She has over 12 years of training experience in the areas of Leadership, Team Building, Personal Development in addition to computer software and operating systems. She began her career in training in her role as Human Resources Manager, became an adjunct professor for Regis University and transferred those skills into technical training, consulting and courseware development.
Shari has delivered training for several large corporations in Colorado, Oregon, California and Minnesota as well as for individuals and small businesses. Her philosophy in training is that it�s her job to make her student�s job easier and enjoys helping them find more efficient ways to perform their daily tasks.
Shari�s expertise in the applications she teaches makes her an excellent resource as a subject matter expert which frequently leads to consulting engagements. She specializes in the data driven applications such as Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint technologies and Crystal Reports.

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Master Trainer and Seminar Leader Specializing in Human Potential Leadership Training Personal Empowerment Individual Enhancement Programs NLP Ontology Informational Technology and Instructional Development using state-of-the-art online technologies (see www.oilworks.com) for samples of online work.

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Dynamic and experienced consultant with breadth of background across 5 major industries. She has worked with organizations of all sizes and complexity from entreprenurial, non-profit, public sector, and global Fortune 50. Heather brings creative thinking steeped in results to every scenario her clients present: performance leadership, management development, org design, team building, business strategy and action planning, personal coaching, and custom learning programs.

She has been an Executive internally as well as consulting partner externally during large-scale organizational change; leading people and process through timultuous times successfully. Her passion is for organizations to maximize the untapped resources they already have, by seeingthe work andthe people potential differently while encouraging people to grow where they didn’t see possible within their current work boundaries. She is a change advocate who models the patience, support and persistence to ‘get ‘er done!’

As a facilitator, Heather is engaging and challenging while maintaing excellent adult learning environments. She enjoys creating programs and learning activities that bring out the objectives clearly while making the experience memorable, so participants are open to furthering their personal journey. Many would-be fearfuls have flourished as facilitators in her train the trainer custom program.

She commits her talents in leadership development, custom coaching, organizational design and strategy not only to business but also the community in a volunteer capacity to serve those organizations who need people and strategy the most but have the least resources to work with.

Favorite quote: “You are a child of God, playing small does not serve the world” ~ Nelson Mandela

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In 2007, Don Norris established Bamboo Strategy, after leaving his position as head of the China operations of the world�s largest advertising agency, McCann Erickson.

For 24 years Don worked in Canada and throughout Asia Pacific with the globeâ��s major advertising networks, providing effective integrated marcom programs to companies such as AMD, Coca-Cola, Chevron, Gillette, General Motors, Goodyear, Intel, J&J, L’Oreal, Labatt Brewing, MasterCard, Microsoft, Molson Coors Brewing, Nestle, Samsung and UPS.

His marcom experience extends beyond the traditional advertising arena, to cover the disciplines of qualitative research, promotions & events, digital & direct, healthcare, and retail. With a proven background in consumer insights, business development and training, Don understands that creating and nurturing relationships with consumers and employees is the only way to be effective.

After working & living 15 years in Toronto and 12 years in the exciting Asia Pacific cities of Bangkok, Singapore, Sydney and Beijing, Don and his family are now based in Canada.

Don holds an honours Bachelor�s of Business Management Degree from the Business School at Ryerson University in Toronto, is a guest instructor at the University of Alberta and NAIT in Edmonton, Canada, and was an inaugural board member of China�s 4A�s advertising association in Beijing.

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Doug Lofstrand has been involved in adult education for over 30 years having worked in the private sector with several large organizations and also spent 3 years working with the Government of Alberta in Apprenticeship and Industry Training. Doug’s background and experience comes from having functioned as an instructor, program manager and department manager in the corporate environment and his direct involvement with trade related programs and industry committees while working with the government.
Doug is a University of Alberta alumnus having completed his Bachelor of Education degree in Adult Education and Masters of Education degree in Adult and Higher Education through the Faculty of Education and Management Development Certificate through the Faculty of Extension. As well, Doug is a certified tradesperson having attained journeyman status in the communication electrician trade. He is eminently qualified to work with clients to address a wide spectrum of learning needs and encourage a culture of life-long learning.
Doug continues to be active in the adult learning community as a member of the Institute for Performance and Learning (IPL), the Association for Talent Development (ATD), former instructor in the Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education (CACE) Program offered through the Faculty of Extension, University of Alberta, and as an independent learning consultant.