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AMELIA VALENTI

London,ON

Summary

Dynamic and innovative leader with a proven track record in program evaluation and workshop facilitation, driving meaningful change across diverse communities and sectors. Expertise in adult learning principles, evaluation methodologies, Indigenous education models, and equity and diversity frameworks enhances the ability to create inclusive environments. Committed to guiding system-wide improvements and designing high-impact programs that prioritize empathy, clarity, and strategic insight. Passionate about fostering collaboration and empowering individuals to achieve their fullest potential.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President / Operations Manager

Innovative Life Designs, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Led strategic vision and operations of coaching/consulting firm, designing custom client pathways.
  • Delivered psychological safety training and instructional design solutions for various organizations.
  • Developed staff leadership training, policy implementation, and executive coaching frameworks.
  • Facilitated succession planning and strategic board/leadership development sessions.

Director of Education, Organizational Wellness & Principal

The Loomex Group
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Opened the Loomex Learning Centre and served as the School Principal and private school operator.
  • Project managed emergency management leadership programs and new office launches.
  • Acted as Incident Commander during Indigenous community evacuations during wildfires.
  • Led pandemic coordination for multiple First Nations communities.

Vice-Principal, Consultant & Teacher

PVNCC District School Board
01.2001 - 01.2019
  • Supported school operations and led educator professional development across evaluation, equity, and Indigenous curriculum.
  • Partnered with the Ministry of Education on policy, equity-focused assessment, and curriculum design.
  • Delivered innovative classroom instruction and adult learning models across various contexts.

Course Creator & Instructor

Trent University
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Developed and taught adult education modules based on learner feedback and curriculum evolution.
  • Facilitated online learning environments with engaging, responsive instruction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Western Ontario
London

Bachelor of Education -

University of Windsor
Windsor, ON

Skills

  • Program evaluation expertise
  • Leadership team building
  • Organizational leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Operational excellence
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Crisis management
  • Project management
  • Policy development
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Creating and delivering presentations
  • Consulting

Certification

  • Principal Qualification (Parts I & II)
  • Registered Member – Ontario College of Teachers
  • Life Coach – CCF
  • Certified Workshop/Meeting Facilitator – Facilitation First
  • Design Thinking for Innovation – University of Toronto
  • Human Rights Consultant – USIDHR
  • Psychological S.A.F.E.T.Y. Training & Certification
  • SafeTALK – Suicide Awareness
  • Mental Health Safety Training
  • Cultural Competency Training Certification
  • Basic Emergency Management Certificate
  • Incident Command System ICS I-100
  • Incident Commander – Emergency Evacuations (Dryden Regional Airport)
  • Project Manager – Loomex Kingston Office Opening
  • Project Lead – Private School Opening & Operations
  • Concussion Policy Writer/Training – Ministry of Education, Ontario
  • Harassment & Violence in the Workplace – Course Development
  • Quality Assurance Team Lead – Loomex Group Kingston Office
  • Pandemic Coordination – Curve Lake & Hiawatha First Nations
  • Project Lead – Nogojiiwanong Friendship Centre Literacy Project
  • Walking The Path Program – OPP Indigenous Policing Bureau
  • Deep Inquiry Learning Innovation Project Leader
  • Social Studies Curriculum Lead – Ministry of Education, Ontario
  • Indigenous Education Lead – Well-Being Advisory Group

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Director of Education, Organizational Wellness & Principal

The Loomex Group
01.2020 - 01.2022

President / Operations Manager

Innovative Life Designs, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2024

Course Creator & Instructor

Trent University
01.2010 - 01.2013

Vice-Principal, Consultant & Teacher

PVNCC District School Board
01.2001 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Education -

University of Windsor

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Western Ontario
AMELIA VALENTI