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Resume

Impactful and inspirational leader

  • Leads through change with trust, compassion and purpose

  • Fosters relationships and meaningful collaboration

  • Strategic thinker and problem solver
     

Excellent communicator

  • Extensive experience with all forms of media to communicate scientific information to a wide range of audiences, including senior decision-makers, elected officials and the public.
     

Community Builder

  • Builds strong and supportive team

  • Balances a large portfolio of work with a small but highly effective, motivated partners.
     

Mom, Volunteer, Outdoor Enthusiast 

  • Following my passion for travel, outdoor activities, health, and fitness.

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Education & Experience 

Degrees

Bachelor of Journalism

University of Kings College, 2005-2006

 

Master of Environmental Studies

Dalhousie University, 2002-2004

 

Bachelor of Science, Honours

Queen’s University, 1998-2002

Experience

Halifax Regional Municipality  2009 - Present

  • Director, Environment & Climate Manager

  • Manager, Energy & Environment

  • Environmental Performance Officer

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 Jacques Whitford Ltd., Stantec Consulting Ltd. 2008-2009

  • Socioeconomic Analyst 

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International Student Volunteers 2005

  • Environmental Educator & Project Leader
     

WWF Marine Protected Area Management Effectiveness 2003

  • Researcher

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Community

  • Mentor, Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) Assist recent immigrants in beginning their environmental careers in Nova Scotia.​
     

  • Advisory Board Member, Halifax Climate Innovation, Impact & Investment Fund
     

  • Foundational Partner and member of Executive Committee, Building To Zero Exchange
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  • Mentor, Dalhousie University, School for Resource and Environmental Studies Assistant to students and recent graduates in beginning their careers in
     

  • Strong interest in the environment, travel, outdoor activities, health, and fitness.

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