Erika Bull Giroux
Wetaskiwin,AB
Summary
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Experienced with strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence. Utilizes forward-thinking approach to drive business growth and streamline processes. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving measurable results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Bear Hills Casino & Travel Resort
02.2025 - Current
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
Executive Director
Bear Hills Casino Society
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Director
LBT Socio Economic Development
04.2019 - 06.2024
- Manage Social and Economic Development Departments
- Reporting to GOC
- Ensured Compliance of programs
- Financial management of funding to projects , programs etc.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
Director
LBT Social Development
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed Staff of 7
- Reporting for GOC
- Managed different funding flowed to Social Development
- Ensured Compliance tp files and reporting templates
- Proposal and Grant writing
Manager
LBT Social Development
08.2013 - 03.2017
- Managed Case Workers and Support Staff
- Compiled Reports to GOC
- Ensured Compliance of files and process
- Change Management
- Programming and Assessment
- Proposal writing
Caseworker
LBT Social Development
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Meeting with Clients -Intake
- Inputting Clients information into 360 software
- Preparing and correcting Clients files
- Case Management in files and intake
Manager
Louis Bull Service
06.2009 - 01.2012
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Operations and Financial Reporting
- Sales input and Deposits
- Vendor and Customer Relations
Education
Management Training - Financial, Project Management, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution
AFOA
03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Minor Political Studies
University of Alberta – Augustana Campus
12.2015
Open Studies - Part Time Student
Maskwacis Cultural College
04.2012
First Nations Management Program - undefined
Maskwacis Cultural College
04.2009
U.C.E.P. Certificate - University College Entrance Program
Maskwacis Cultural College
04-2007
Skills
- Ability to lead and motivate people of all ages
- Ability to take direction
- Able to empathize and work with people of differing backgrounds and cultures
- Professional and Enthusiastic
- Experience in research, observation, and interviewing
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Effective leader
- Staff development
Accomplishments
- Assisted and Enhanced a federal program department to compliance of files and operations
- Assisted and Enhanced the Tribes Businesses and Economic Development to compliance and profitability by implementing structure ,policy, processes and reporting measures
- Staffing - Worked directly with Bear Hills Team to streamline hiring and onboarding process.
- Deemed Suitable on AGLC Personal Disclosure investigation and interview process
- Collaborated in the development and completing the building and opening of Bear Hills Casino & Travel Resort
Timeline
General Manager
Bear Hills Casino & Travel Resort
02.2025 - Current
Executive Director
Bear Hills Casino Society
06.2024 - 02.2025
Director
LBT Socio Economic Development
04.2019 - 06.2024
Director
LBT Social Development
04.2017 - 03.2019
Manager
LBT Social Development
08.2013 - 03.2017
Caseworker
LBT Social Development
04.2013 - 08.2013
Manager
Louis Bull Service
06.2009 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Minor Political Studies
University of Alberta – Augustana Campus
Open Studies - Part Time Student
Maskwacis Cultural College
First Nations Management Program - undefined
Maskwacis Cultural College
Management Training - Financial, Project Management, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution
AFOA
U.C.E.P. Certificate - University College Entrance Program
Maskwacis Cultural College
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