Carey Collins
Calgary,AB
Summary
As a strategic leader, I bring a dynamic and personable approach to engaging with others. My outgoing nature and warm demeanor foster meaningful connections and inspire action, all while maintaining a compassionate and uplifting atmosphere. I thrive in collaborative environments, leveraging my natural team-oriented mindset and unwavering commitment to achieving goals. A lifelong learner, I possess a meticulous attention to detail, ensuring thoroughness in every endeavor.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
ACT Alberta
12.2024 - Current
- Oversee financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Work closely with organizational leadership and Board of Directors to guide operational strategy.
- Guide staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with nine board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Manage a diverse team of 12 professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Foster work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Represent organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and influence.
- Advocate for organization mission to raise awareness and support.
- Create promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
Interim Executive Director
ACT Alberta
06.2024 - Current
- Served as Interim Executive Director, managing grant reporting and overseeing operations and funding deliverables.
- Lead a high-performing team amid growing service demands.
- Prioritized team morale and recruitment in response to significant staff turnover.
- Managed the annual operating budget to ensure compliance with funding guidelines and timely, on-budget project completion.
- Participated in working groups to support strategic initiatives.
- Cultivated stakeholder relationships to enhance service delivery and advance the education program.
Manager of Community Engagement
ACT Alberta
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided strategic direction and guidance to the team.
- Fostered cross-departmental collaboration and staff engagement.
- Advised the Executive Director on program strategy and risk management.
- Ensured ethical storytelling practices and uphold organizational policies.
- Managed community engagement and education teams effectively.
- Evaluated initiatives through data analysis and impact assessment.
- Lead communication efforts, including public relations and educational program delivery.
- Directed partnership development and manage key stakeholder relationships.
- Oversaw the creation of the volunteer program and its operations.
Communications Specialist
ACT Alberta
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensured all communication components aligned with ACT Alberta’s mission, vision, values, and brand standards to enhance the organization's public image.
- Led the development of an integrated communications strategy, identifying strategic opportunities and managing deliverables within budget constraints.
- Oversaw the finalization of ACT Alberta’s rebrand, including the design and implementation of all print and digital materials.
- Created and implemented a comprehensive social media strategy.
- Managed content across channels and monitored website analytics.
Communications Consultant
CMR Consulting
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Orchestrated and executed impactful public relations campaigns.
- Crafted comprehensive communications and crisis management plans for clients.
- Provided strategic advice on communication strategies.
- Fostered collaboration with community stakeholders to ensure unified and effective communication efforts that supported client objectives.
Communications Coordinator
TC Energy
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Led comprehensive media monitoring and ensured the timely distribution of news releases.
- Collaborated with corporate clients to develop effective internal and external messaging strategies.
- Utilized platforms such as Cision and Globe Newswire to deliver precise and impactful communications.
- Maintained flexibility with evening and weekend availability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and urgency.
Communications Associate
TC Energy
12.2018 - 05.2020
- Provided direct support to the Director and later the Vice President of Communications.
- Oversaw the VP's calendar and managed travel arrangements for the VP and five other managers.
- Coordinated budgets and organized events to support departmental operations.
- Drafted, edited, and distributed news releases.
- Conducted peer reviews and contributed to copywriting efforts.
- Ensured efficient operations and high-quality outputs under leadership guidance.
Community Relations Analyst
TC Energy
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Supported the tracking, maintenance, and data management of stakeholder engagement communications across Canada.
- Utilized StakeTracker to meticulously maintain records of all communications and associated documents.
- Ensured transparency and accountability in stakeholder interactions.
Communications & Technical Assistant
Bantril Co
07.2011 - 03.2018
- Supported the development of the project's external website and wrote weekly communications.
- Managed web content and organized internal and external project-wide events, including town halls and casino nights.
- Assisted in planning corporate events and campaigns.
- Oversaw the Rewards and Recognition program.
- Drafted policies and procedures.
- Developed materials for client proposals and presentations.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, superiors, and clients.
- Earned a reputation as a dependable resource for a wide range of needs.
Education
Strategic Public Relations
Cornell University
01.2022
Community Engagement
Mount Royal University
01.2019
Event Management
Mount Royal University
01.2008
Communications - Journalism
Mount Royal University
01.2005
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Relationship building
- Public speaking
- Program leadership
- Innovation and creativity
- Stakeholder relations
- Marketing
- Business development
- Relationship Building
- Communications
- Community engagement
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Executive Director
ACT Alberta
12.2024 - Current
Interim Executive Director
ACT Alberta
06.2024 - Current
Manager of Community Engagement
ACT Alberta
10.2023 - 05.2024
Communications Specialist
ACT Alberta
09.2022 - 10.2023
Communications Consultant
CMR Consulting
09.2021 - 05.2022
Communications Coordinator
TC Energy
05.2020 - 03.2021
Communications Associate
TC Energy
12.2018 - 05.2020
Community Relations Analyst
TC Energy
06.2018 - 12.2018
Communications & Technical Assistant
Bantril Co
07.2011 - 03.2018
Community Engagement
Mount Royal University
Event Management
Mount Royal University
Communications - Journalism
Mount Royal University
Strategic Public Relations
Cornell University
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