Andi Giona
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Lee Newman - Stouffville Academy of Music and Dance, enhancing team performance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in strategic planning and relationship building, I've successfully implemented innovative solutions that increased productivity and streamlined operations. My approach emphasizes creativity, leadership development, and effective communication, driving significant advancements in team collaboration and customer satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Competitive Director - Dance Team
Lee Newman - Stouffville Academy of Music and Danc
09.2004 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Dance Teacher
Lee Newman - Stouffville Academy of Music and Danc
09.1997 - Current
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Developed strong relationships with students, encouraging them to develop self-confidence through the art of dance.
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
Web Content Manager
Music Music Music
08.1999 - 12.2003
- Approved, reviewed and edited content flowing to website.
- Collaborated with marketing and design teams to develop and plan site content, layout, and style.
- Managed content distribution to online channels and social media platforms.
- Conducted regular content audits to identify gaps and redundancies of content.
Education
THTD - Dance
Ryerson University
Toronto, None06-1992
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Goal setting
- Issues resolution
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Leadership development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Performance improvement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Languages
French
Professional Working
Interests
- Music
- Yoga
- Reading
- Gardening
- Creative Writing
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Timeline
Competitive Director - Dance Team
Lee Newman - Stouffville Academy of Music and Danc
09.2004 - Current
Web Content Manager
Music Music Music
08.1999 - 12.2003
Dance Teacher
Lee Newman - Stouffville Academy of Music and Danc
09.1997 - Current
THTD - Dance
Ryerson University
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