Erin Ellis

• Lead EC deal flow origination as well as programmatic partnership development initiatives nationally.
• Develop and manage investment relationships with foundations, corporates, and government entities (e.g. Canada Infrastructure Bank) for the purpose of EC fund growth.
• Develop long-term financial strategies that align with business goals, analyzing market trends, and creating financial plans to ensure sustainable growth.
• Represent EC nationally at speaking engagements and industry events to further brand awareness and reputation.
• Facilitate market intelligence feedback into the Sales & Marketing strategy to increase market share, train cross-functional teams, and improve company ESG outcomes.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on complex transactions, analyzing investment prospects’ information, while incorporating information about market trends and best practices in infrastructure and project finance for presentation to Investment Committee.
• Review, negotiate and structure credit agreements in collaboration with clients and counsel, leading to the financial close of investment transactions.
• Ensure all activities comply with governing regulations and Credit Committee policies and procedures, while managing EC operational capacity and capital risks on an individual investment and portfolio/fund-level basis.
• Contract Consultant – January 2022 – April 2023
• Full Time Employee – May 2023 - Present

• Co-created three year (2021 – 2024) strategic plan, including the policy research agenda (priority policy topics: economic inclusion, future skills and talent pathways, innovation policy, climate change), impact measurement framework, revenue generation strategy, and stakeholder relations strategy for the Institute.
• Acted as interim Director of Communications from May 2021 – December 2022, leading on the rebranding activities associated to the merger of the Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship and the Leadership Lab (now collectively known as The Dais).
• Developed cross functional systems and processes which allowed the organization to move from a project-based funding model to a platform-based funding model, improving the Institute’s financial resilience as well as partner, funder, and employee success metrics.
• Negotiated strategic partnerships with major clients, securing long-term contracts and revenue growth.

• Designed, capitalized, and scaled the World Trade Centre, Toronto’s Market Activation Program (MAP), a leader in the delivery of international trade missions for Canadian SMEs.
• Catalyzed the growth of over 100 SMEs across seven priority industry sectors, as evidenced by post-trade mission participant companies reporting an average revenue growth of 19%, employee base increase of 7% (six months post-program participation), and a three-year forecasted total revenue growth of 89%.
• Worked across the broader organization to support the fundraising and communications needs of strategic programs and initiatives (ex. launch of the Scale-Up Institute Toronto) by planning and implementing new market initiatives and strategic partnership strategies (national and international).
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Managed all aspects of new member development including engagement proposals, membership and sponsorship pitches, and onboarding plans for corporate members.
• Acted as primary relationships manager for all Membership & Sponsorship team members across the organization.
• Led funding initiatives for policy papers, programs, and thought leadership events; Exceeded individual sales target by 212% in FY 2017, and achieved 100% of sales target in 2018 prior to start of Q3.
• Co-developed and launched the Board’s Young Professionals Network and acted as team lead on the launch the World Trade Centre Toronto.
• Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
• Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Secured new, scalable corporate business through the design and implementation of innovative sales strategies aligned to market-specific trends in commercial real estate sector and furnished accommodation/hotel segment.
• Led the onsite training and business development activities for newly acquired Minto Furnished Suite portfolio properties across Canada (QC, ON, AB, and BC).
• Conducted regular client reviews to assess account performance and identify areas for improvement or upselling potential.
• Established clear lines of communication between departments involved in servicing national accounts, fostering collaboration toward common goals.

Cathedral Mountain Lodge, Field, BC (Yoho National Park) — General Manager

Moraine Lake Lodge, Lake Louise, AB (Banff National Park) — Assistant GM

• Led all aspects of the boutique hotel operational business success including Sales & Marketing, Front Office, Housekeeping, Recreational Activities, Property Maintenance/Mechanical, Food & Beverage, Audit, and Human Resources/Staff Accommodation.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability leading to 2014 profit increase of 32% YOY.
• Built and maintained vendor, industry stakeholder (e.g. tourism boards) and sales channel partner relationships and contracts.
• Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.