Farahnaz Nina Dehghani
Wholistic Child & Family Services Inc.
Pickering,ON
24
years of professional experience
Proven leader with a track record of operational excellence and strategic visioning at Global Community Development Network Inc. Skilled in crisis management and effective decision-making, achieving substantial business growth and enhancing customer satisfaction. Cultivates strong relationships and builds high-performing teams, leveraging global perspective and leadership skills for organizational success.
Work History
CEO & Board of Director
7 Years- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
President & Business Owner
20 Years 4 Months- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction.
- Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
- Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, attracting top-tier talent to build a high-performing team.
- Navigated complex regulatory environments while maintaining compliance across all aspects of the organization''s operations.
Financial Controller
3 Years 6 Months- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Reduced operating costs through meticulous budget management and cost analysis.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.
- Managed a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Conducted regular variance analyses between actual results and budget projections to identify trends or issues requiring further investigation or action by management staff.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting thorough internal audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
- Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
- Developed comprehensive financial models for strategic planning and decision-making purposes.
- Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual tax filings, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while minimizing tax liabilities where possible.
- Supported executive-level decision making through the development of clear KPIs, financial metrics and dashboards.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Effective Communication Skills
- Professional Development Studies: Management skills 2021
- Professional Development Studies: Work Place Innovation 2022
No Degree - Community Support Worker
No Degree - Information And Communication Technology
Skills
Effective Decision Making
Operational Excellence
Customer Focus
Strategic Visioning
Crisis Management
Global perspective
Client Relationship Building
Negotiation
Relationship and Team Building
Leadership and People Development
People and Culture
Operations Management
Client Engagement
Employee Motivation and Performance
Strategic Planning
Goal Setting
Languages
Persian
Full Professional
Timeline
CEO & Board of Director
Global Community Development Network Inc.
10.2019 - CurrentRead More
President & Business Owner
Wholistic Child & Family Services Inc.
06.2006 - CurrentRead More
Financial Controller
Grafikom Printing Co.
10.2000 - 04.2004Read More
Ontario Tech University
Graduate Certificate from Effective Communication Skills
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CDI College
No Degree from Community Support Worker
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Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
No Degree from Information And Communication Technology
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