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Kerriann Coady

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Canadian Home Builders' Association Vancouver Isla
10.2017 - Current
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
  • Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.

Employment & Training Consultant

Ministry Of Advanced Education
10.2013 - 10.2017
  • Assessed program effectiveness and implemented improvements to increase quality of instruction.
  • Consulted with organization management to assess needs and plan improvements.
  • Improved contract performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.

Executive Assistant

Bioniche Life Sciences
08.2010 - 10.2013
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Carleton University
Ottawa, ON
04.2012

Bachelor of Arts - French Teaching Specialization

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
04.2007

Skills

  • Budgetary Oversight
  • Financial Management
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Market Access and Expansion
  • Business Development
  • Strategic Direction
  • Process Improvement

Accomplishments


  • Recipient of the CHBA National Community Service Award 2023
  • Recipient of the CHBA BC Executive Officer of the Year Award 2020


CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • COVID-19: The economy and sustainability, UBC Sauder School of Business 2020
  • Strategy 101: The basics of competition, UBC Sauder School of Business 2020
  • Purpose-ability: How Purpose and Profitability Connect to Increase Engagement, NAHB Baltimore 2019
  • Becoming a Learning Leader, The Commonalities Among the World’s Most Effective Leaders, NAHB Baltimore 2019
  • Recruitment and Retention for Strong Foundation, Strategic Solutions for Growth 2018
  • Association Executives Making A Difference, Association Management, Consulting & Evaluation Services 2018
  • Conflict Management, Centre for Leadership & Learning 2015
  • Report & Business Case Writing, Centre for Leadership & Learning 2015
  • Risk Management, Centre for Leadership & Learning 2013


COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT

  • Project Manager (Construction), Nanaimo Community Hospice Society Dream Home Lottery 2020 – Present
  • Chair- British Columbia CHBA Executive Officer Council 2019 - Present
  • Chair, Management Committee CHBA National Board of Directors 2018 – Present
  • Chair, Regional Housing Affordability Committee, Capital Region District 2018 – Present 2010

Additional Information

  • Experience Within a team environment, delivered an integrated system of employment and training programs and services for systematic and supported access to a range of training and skills development services. I effected positive changes in the community in accordance with government strategic directions, business plans and promotional strategies as they relate to labour market initiatives. Provided client and stakeholders consultation/advice and assess viability of employment services, training applications and project proposals review. I recommended programs and services and financial support, monitor and evaluate outcomes. I contributed to the planning process, including the development of business plans, budgetary requirements, forecasting, review and assessment of results for ongoing activities. I assessed local labour conditions for the delivery for employment and training programs and services that respond to emerging priorities and local labour market conditions, trends or gaps in service Senior Management role providing research, coordinating and logistical services in support of the operation of the Team. Carried out case management requirements. Tracked progress and outcomes and provided individualized service to ensure successful outcomes.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Canadian Home Builders' Association Vancouver Isla
10.2017 - Current

Employment & Training Consultant

Ministry Of Advanced Education
10.2013 - 10.2017

Executive Assistant

Bioniche Life Sciences
08.2010 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Law

Carleton University

Bachelor of Arts - French Teaching Specialization

University of Waterloo
Kerriann Coady