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Laurel Frizzell

Calgary,AB

Summary

Exceptional leader with over 17 years of military experience operating in demanding, complex, and challenging environments. Experienced professional who is able to identify individual’s strengths and weaknesses to ensure success of the person and the team. Ability to adapt plans and tailor approaches to allow for optimal understanding. Has excelled at building and maintaining strong team relationships of all sizes with internal and external organizations throughout a large area. Possesses a unique combination of compassion and decisiveness that allows for expert navigation of dynamic situations. Recognized for having a profound impact on the positive culture change within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Officer Commanding, Transition Centre Calgary

Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group
07.2016 - 09.2023
  • Successfully managed challenges of a decentralized team providing support to ill and injured members.
  • Mentored staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Planned, developed, and conducted high level presentations and outreach events for various personnel and organizations.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to identify areas of opportunity and propose solutions.
  • Managed budgets effectively, prioritizing resource allocation for maximum impact on departmental goals.
  • Participated in educational outreach programs at The Military Museum such as "Meet a Serving Soldier", and assisting with school and group tours to answer questions and teach visitors to the museum.

Course Officer

Royal Canadian Armour Corps School
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Responsible for direction and training of up to 60 new recruits and 15 instructors at a time on a variety of vehicle platforms both in garrison and in the field
  • Independently completed all course files and other administration requirements for all candidates and staff.
  • Adhered to the prescribed training plan and Qualification Standard and developed a detailed understanding of these outlines to advise and guide staff members.
  • Provided feedback regarding requirements of the Qualification Standard which resulted in positive change for present and future candidates.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Provided oversight and supervision for two separate and concurrent full time (8 hrs/day for 5 days/week) courses.
  • Resolved scheduling and recourse allocation problems for two sets of training objectives for concurrent courses.
  • Conducted detailed analysis and planning of resources, personnel, and forecasted training requirements for multiple simultaneous and sequential courses.
  • Mitigated potential risks and ensured candidate and staff safety by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate countermeasures or contingency plans as needed.

Tank Troop Leader

Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians)
09.2012 - 07.2015
  • Commanded up to 20 soldiers and four main battle tanks in garrison and in the field.
  • Responsible for soldier's training, morale, discipline, and combat efficiency.
  • Responsible for operational readiness of personnel and equipment,
  • Participated in the CAF's response to the Southern Alberta Floods of 2013 as Platoon Commander who managed a team of 30 soldiers responsible for conducting water interdiction tasks.
  • On military exercises, integrated into different combat teams (combined arms group of 200 soldiers and their equipment) and worked with others to conduct live fire missions while prioritizing the safety of all personnel.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Military And Strategic Studies

The Royal Military College of Canada

Skills

  • Respected for the ability to lead, inspire others, and handle complex professional and personal problems
  • Well accustomed to constantly changing and fast-paced work environments
  • Exceptional time management skills with he capacity to reestablish priorities to suit evolving needs of the organization
  • Provides enthusiastic instruction in classroom and boardroom settings to people of all ages on a variety of topics
  • Ability to navigate different personalities and needs of individuals within group settings to support the fluid operation of a team and develop the people within
  • Creates an environment of collaboration and inclusion by encouraging participation and open communication

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer, Silver Springs Preschool, 09/2023 - Present 

  • Assisted the teacher through regular classroom shifts to provide extra supervision or help with completing artwork or cleaning tasks.
  • Attended out of school activities and assisted the children during field trips and physical events such as walks, tobogganing, skating, and general play



Volunteer, Monsignor E.L. Doyle School, 09/2013 - Present 

  • Worked closely with the homeroom teacher and managed small groups of students to assist in the completion of activities or assignments.
  • Coordinated with the homeroom teacher and other parents to effectively supervise and educate the students while on field trips.
  • Conducted personal presentations to kindergarten, grade one, and grade six classrooms linking my career in the military to community involvement and citizenship.



Cadet, Royal Canadian Army Cadets, 09/2004 - 06/2007

  • Supervised fellow cadets between the ages of 12 and 18 during weekly parade nights and on weekend field exercises.
  • Instructed junior cadets on national exam curriculum which covered both practical and theoretical topics relating to citizenship, drill, leadership, public speaking, map and compass, bushcraft, and marksmanship.
  • Employed as a senior staff cadet during full time summer camps with the role of supervising, instructing, and ensuring the safety of up to 30 cadets aged 12 to 14 for six weeks

Certification


  • Resolving Conflict Effectively
  • Prevention of Violence in the Workplace
  • Understanding the Unconscious Prejudice
  • Overcoming Your Own Unconscious Prejudices
  • Leading Diversity
  • Introduction to Indigenous Cultures
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Standard First Aid and CPR C


Timeline

Officer Commanding, Transition Centre Calgary

Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group
07.2016 - 09.2023

Course Officer

Royal Canadian Armour Corps School
08.2015 - 07.2016

Tank Troop Leader

Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians)
09.2012 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Military And Strategic Studies

The Royal Military College of Canada

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