Lindsay Beyger
Whitby,Canada
Summary
Project Execution: Implementing brand new innovative programs and projects. Leadership: Fostering and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Administrative: Organizing and coordinating large-scale cross-departmental working groups and events.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Policy Advisor
Region of Durham
07.2022 - Current
- Develop and Promote Community Initiatives: Lead collaborative programs that align with community-defined priorities and support organizational growth and development goals.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and strengthen relationships with community partners, identifying opportunities for collaboration and addressing service gaps.
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Facilitate and establish partnerships across departments to advance community needs and initiatives.
- Strategic Guidance and Communication: Provide expert advice, create communication materials, and support the implementation of community-focused projects and events.
- Trend Monitoring and Policy Recommendations: Analyze emerging community and political trends to inform policies, projects, and organizational strategies.
Acting Manager, Community Relations and Engagement
Region of Durham
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented engagement strategies to align with Regional Council priorities and enhance public input.
- Built and maintained partnerships with community organizations, municipalities, and internal departments.
- Planned and executed major community events, including Durham Region's 50th Anniversary.
- Provided strategic advice, research, and recommendations to support community engagement initiatives.
- Monitored and analyzed emerging trends to adapt initiatives and guide decision-making.
Innovation Specialist
Ontario Power Generation (OPG)
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Lead cross-departmental collaboration on strategic innovation projects
- Create and strengthen community connections with tech and innovation hubs, as well as academic partners throughout Durham Region
- Effectively communicate internally with broad audiences to help build a culture of innovation
- Research innovative new technologies and track metrics of innovations implemented across the organization to highlight business insights
Project Coordinator
Ontario Tech University
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Develop, coordinate, implement, and manage inter-institutional City Idea Lab programming
- Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
- Plan, coordinate, and execute all project-related responsibilities and special events
- Manage $320,000 budget and all related expenditures
- Plan, budget, and execute President’s annual Futures Forum
Researcher
Ontario Tech University
01.2012 - 09.2018
- Critically review and analyze scientific research surrounding freshwater fish
- Design, problem-solve, and successfully execute research initiatives culminating in data collection and analysis
Education
PhD - Applied Bioscience
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa, ON04.2017
MSc - Applied Bioscience
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa On04.2009
HBSc - Biology
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON04.2007
Skills
- Facilitating and executing large scale events and projects
- Quick learner
- Ability to adapt to new ecosystems
- Cultivating and maintaining relationships
- Excellent communicator
- Critical thinking
- Evaluating situations
- Collaborative team player
- Ability to work independently
- Leadership
Certification
Certified in Public Participation by the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2)
Timeline
Acting Manager, Community Relations and Engagement
Region of Durham
10.2023 - 05.2024
Policy Advisor
Region of Durham
07.2022 - Current
Innovation Specialist
Ontario Power Generation (OPG)
08.2019 - 08.2021
Project Coordinator
Ontario Tech University
09.2018 - 08.2019
Researcher
Ontario Tech University
01.2012 - 09.2018
Certified in Public Participation by the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2)
PhD - Applied Bioscience
Ontario Tech University
MSc - Applied Bioscience
Ontario Tech University
HBSc - Biology
McMaster University
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