Self-led learning
Amanda Howland
Chief Problem Solver & Creative Polymath
ARNPRIOR,ON
Summary
Experienced problem solver and storyteller with over 10 years of experience in creative fields and business leadership. Excellent reputation for communication and improving people satisfaction. Highly values kindness, self awareness, and well timed humour.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Stonemason
Self-employed
Ottawa, Ontario
2021.10 - Current
- Measured, cut and smoothed stone to maximize fit and complete attractive work for customers.
- Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
- Followed 1 to 3 blueprints or drawings per contract to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof or restore surfaces.
- Organized patterns, plans and supplies to efficiently prepare for each job.
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.
Supervisor Deputy Returning Officer
Elections Ontario
Arnprior, ON
2022.06 - 2022.06
- Provided OPP with timely information regarding illegal activity and testimony to facts related to emergency circumstances.
- Maintained ballot secrecy and confidentiality.
- Attended appropriate training sessions and information briefings.
- Addressed voter questions and concerns.
- Reported progress and concerns to regional Returning Officer.
- Completed daily logs for Elections Ontario review.
- Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems.
- Oversaw in-person and curbside registration and processing.
- Inventoried and ordered medical and office supplies for COVID 19- Health and Safety
- Developed, planned and participated in strategic operations.
Construction Laborer
Tony Fenske
Rockland , Ontario
2022.03 - 2022.03
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks to 80 x 100 foot work site location and organized for expected needs.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Utilized hammers, table saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
Supervisor
Elections Canada
Arnprior, ON
2021.09 - 2021.09
- Supported opening and closing of polling booths.
- Maintained ballot secrecy and confidentiality.
- Marked over 1000 elector numbers and ballot paper numbers in corresponding registers.
- Addressed voter questions and concerns.
- Checked elector identification and eligibility and marked elector numbers in register.
- Reported progress and concerns to Duty Returning Officer and Presiding Officer.
Creative Director
Better Boardrooms
Ottawa, Ontario
2019.04 - 2019.11
- Negotiated 3 major contracts and timelines.
- Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
- Evaluated and approved image retouch work, mechanicals and art proofs to deliver quality results.
- Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
- Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
- Carefully prepared design layouts into prepress files for offset, web and digital printing.
Program Director
Diocese Of Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario
2015.08 - 2018.11
- Developed Youth and Family program from ground up, laying out framework and defining roles.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions and offer guidance.
- Pitched and built new programming strategies to boost interests and diversify offerings.
- Developed and organized routine and special programming by factoring in demographics and other important parameters.
- Oversaw team of 10 personnel focused on group facilitation, youth & family teaching and activity coordination
- Identified costs involved for events and catering to keep in line with departmental budget.
- Identified risks and developed mitigation plans.
- Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations.
- Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments.
- Developed proposals and operational plans within assigned area.
- Interviewed and hired talented staff members with expertise in leadership to increase skillset within department.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle program demands.
Change Management Leader
Diocese Of Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario
2016.08 - 2017.02
- Detected workforce collaboration use cases and problems from 10 employees and 50 volunteers through interviews, focus groups and surveys.
- Created methods to integrate functions, optimize processes and prepare staff through proactive training.
- Oversaw change management efforts to support implementation of critical initiatives driving technology, process and culture changes.
- Created, monitored and maintained change management plans for cross-functional projects and initiatives.
- Coordinated onboarding and training initiatives for employees.
- Managed internal and external client-facing relationships through transitional periods.
- Designed processes and systems supporting business needs before, during and after transitions.
- Developed solutions to address complex issues and operational gaps.
- Identified impacted parties, business partners and resources required for planned changes.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Education
Certificate - Brick And Stone Fundamentals
Algonquin College
Perth, ON 2021.10 - 2021.12
Some College (No Degree) - Data Analytics
IBM EdX
Https://www.edx.org/ 2021.06 - 2021.06
Certificate - Business Management - Entrepreneurial Enterprise
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON 2020.05 - 2021.05
Some College (No Degree) - Cognitive Science
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON 2012.09 - 2013.12
Some College (No Degree) - Conflict Resolution
St. Paul's University
Ottawa, ON 2013.09 - 2013.12
Skills
Storytelling
Editing and review
Articulate communications
Teamwork and collaboration
Research data collection, visualization and analysis
Drafting skills
Cultural Awareness
Interests
Community care
Creative Writing
Design
Multimedia art
Timeline
Supervisor Deputy Returning Officer
Elections Ontario
2022.06 - 2022.06
Construction Laborer
Tony Fenske
2022.03 - 2022.03
Stonemason
Self-employed
2021.10 - Current
Certificate - Brick And Stone Fundamentals
Algonquin College
2021.10 - 2021.12
Supervisor
Elections Canada
2021.09 - 2021.09
Some College (No Degree) - Data Analytics
IBM EdX
2021.06 - 2021.06
Certificate - Business Management - Entrepreneurial Enterprise
Algonquin College
2020.05 - 2021.05
Creative Director
Better Boardrooms
2019.04 - 2019.11
Change Management Leader
Diocese Of Ottawa
2016.08 - 2017.02
Program Director
Diocese Of Ottawa
2015.08 - 2018.11
Some College (No Degree) - Conflict Resolution
St. Paul's University
2013.09 - 2013.12
Some College (No Degree) - Cognitive Science
Carleton University
2012.09 - 2013.12