Bill Petrovas
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Christian with strong organizational skills eager to secure Entrepreneur and Marketing teaching position.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Collaborative Partnerships and COO
BC Diabetes
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running by creating webinars and educational programs to reach all patients during time of great uncertainty and global pandemic. Converted company to virtual care 3 months in advance of pandemic; thus, lead country in strategy to mitigate losses while maintaining staff and patient safety.
- Created plan that created access and equity for all patient sin BC. Lead educational webinars on medical tech technology that improved lives of children and their families.
- Collaborated with BCTF to identify opportunities for improving safety of all children in schools living with Diabetes.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits while maintaining integrity and Christian values. Created all marketing ads.
Chief Marketing and Training Officer
CDMI Health - Co Founder
09.2013 - 12.2019
- Developed educational marketing material and conferences for medical professionals and insurance companies.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Acted as training subject matter expert on medical technologies and pharmaceutical prescriptions for Diabetes.
- Adjusted instructional and sales strategies according to clients learning styles and needs.
- Sold company in 2015. Continued to work for four years to manage transition.
Teacher
Quebec English School Board,
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, parents, and community to provide career programs for at risk kids.
- Taught science, math, computers, marketing.
- Coached basketball and Chaired Special Ed committee.
- Supported student mental and social development using techniques.
Account Marketing and Sales Manager for BC
3M Canada
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment to promote Dermatology products for treatment of skin Cancer.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and lead educational training sessions for Medical specialists, family doctors and medical students.
Education Sales and Marketing Director
MC Squared - Co Founder
06.1997 - 06.2000
- Built strong relationships with educational professionals and school boards to promote project based learning using server based software developed in partnership with SFU.
- Devised marketing plans using digital strategies, print advertising, and word of mouth tactics.
- Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions at Educational Conferences.
- Deployed content to demonstrate project based web pages software for students in elementary and high school.
- Negotiated sale of company in 1999.
School Principal / Teacher K-12
Eastend School District
07.1995 - 06.1996
- Cultivated safe and positive learning environment. Build relationships between community members, students and teachers in line with Christian values and beliefs.
- Monitored and evaluated students and staff. Revised and enforced discipline policies.
- Mentored newly hired teachers and provided encouragement and feedback to staff. Highly visible with open door policy.
- Assigned teacher duties. Organized and implemented professional development and welcome orientation for new students and staff grades K-12.
- Coached basketball and organized a Chess club.
- Received highest evaluation as a School Administrator.
K-12 School Vice Principal / Teacher
Buffalo Trail Schoo District
07.1994 - 06.1995
- Worked collaboratively with union and non union including K-12 teachers, school board and parents to help students pursue post secondary education.
- Taught high school science and business. Organized and coached new basketball and volleyball athletic programs. District champions. Received highest praise as educational leader within community.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and staff regarding school discipline policy.
- Involved with students in and out of classroom. Relationships have lasted over 30 years.
Teacher
Abbotsford School District
08.1990 - 06.1994
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers to develop Enviro-Tech week - school wide integrated curriculum involving all interest groups. Showcased project at Educational conferences in Canada and USA.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching methods to meet various learning styles within classroom.
- Coached and co founded women's high school rugby. Organized first Provincial rugby tournament. Maintained relationships with students for over 30 years.
- Rated one of top teachers in district and invited to conduct professional development workshops across district.
Substitute Teacher
St. Thomas Moore Collegiate High School.
09.1988 - 06.1990
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce Christian core values
- Kept students on-task with positive praise and encouragement.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and personal character and code of conduct in and out of classroom.
Education
MBA Essentials For Managers
Joseph I. Rotman School of Management
Toronto, ON11.2007
Strategic Alliances, Critical Thinking & Marketing
University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School
Pennsylvania, USA 12.2006
Masters of Education - Curriculum Instruction And Administration
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA07.1994
Bachelor of Education -
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC04.1990
Bachelor of Science -
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC05.1987
Skills
- Team player
- Excellent communicator
- Highly organized
- Proficient in computers and technology
- Entrepreneurial
- Sales and marketing expert
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving skills
- Coaching skills
Community Volunteer
Director of Edmonds Business and Community Association (elected 2012)
Social Issues committee ( appointed 2012 - City of Burnaby )
Volunteer sports coach - (15 years)
Christian volunteer to support parents involvement with Greek Food festivals
Co Arthur - Goals 2000: Planner and Journal.
Timeline
Chief of Collaborative Partnerships and COO
BC Diabetes
06.2019 - 09.2021
Chief Marketing and Training Officer
CDMI Health - Co Founder
09.2013 - 12.2019
Teacher
Quebec English School Board,
01.2009 - 06.2012
Account Marketing and Sales Manager for BC
3M Canada
01.2000 - 01.2002
Education Sales and Marketing Director
MC Squared - Co Founder
06.1997 - 06.2000
School Principal / Teacher K-12
Eastend School District
07.1995 - 06.1996
K-12 School Vice Principal / Teacher
Buffalo Trail Schoo District
07.1994 - 06.1995
Teacher
Abbotsford School District
08.1990 - 06.1994
Substitute Teacher
St. Thomas Moore Collegiate High School.
09.1988 - 06.1990
MBA Essentials For Managers
Joseph I. Rotman School of Management
Strategic Alliances, Critical Thinking & Marketing
University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School
Masters of Education - Curriculum Instruction And Administration
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Education -
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Science -
University of British Columbia
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