Edrea Cox

Throughout twenty years of work experience, Edrea has become a business generalist delving most deeply into the adult learning and communications fields. She has also held positions in Human Resources, Accounting, Customer Services, and Call Centre operations with duties ranging from administrative to managerial, in unionized and non-unionized environments. As such, Edrea�s perspectives allow her a well rounded world view whenever approaching a new project.

As an L&D Practitioner, she developed and delivered learning programs for diverse client groups. As an educational leader, she oversaw the development of a comprehensive, multi-tiered, competency-based learning program for a business unit in excess of 350 people with diverse competencies; while continuously managing the new hire and project learning requirements ongoing in the business unit. She also ensured new and cyclical compliance learning requirements were met (e.g., Code of Conduct regulation for Alberta Utilities, Privacy and Canadian Sarbanes Oxley or CSox). She managed the implementation of learning initiatives derived from small to large information technology implementations and process improvement initiatives; both of which required her to utilize aspects of change management to assist people in moving through business changes smoothly.

Edrea�s experience in the communications field includes the creation of internal communications and documentation processes that allowed people to receive �just in time� information. Edrea also formulated messaging for a variety of external communications pieces and as a result acquired corporate reputation management and public relations insights.

Edrea is a strong facilitator with experience in developing over eleven DACUM (Developing A Curriculum) profiles used in the development of learning programs.

Edrea augments her experience through on-going studies of Adult Education through the Universities of Alberta and Victoria, Faculties of Extension.

Olu Soola

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

Kartik Trivedi

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.

Glen Vanderhaeghe

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

Mike Dunn

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

Terry Drabiuk

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.

John Cutler

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.

Rosaire Couturier

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

John Churchill, PhD

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,

Denise Bagnell

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 years� 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.

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.

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