Laurie Sandham

• Contributed to company growth by identifying new media opportunities and expanding into emerging channels.
• Assist with live streaming of regular services as well as special events.
• Optimized advertising campaigns for better audience reach and engagement through targeted placements.
• Stayed current on industry trends and best practices, implementing innovative ideas to keep campaigns fresh and engaging for audiences.
• Monitored campaign performance, analyzed data, and provided actionable insights to improve future strategies.
• Collaborated with creative teams to develop compelling content that resonated with target audiences.
• Maintained all Social Media aspects.

• Designed user interface to meet client specifications,
• Improved overall site aesthetics through the use of high-quality graphics, typography choices, color schemes, and layout principles.
• Developed graphic and image assets for both content and digital marketing efforts.
• Increased online visitor engagement by incorporating interactive features like multimedia elements, animations, and call-to-action buttons.
• Optimized website performance with regular evaluations and adjustments to page load times, image optimization, and code efficiency.
• Designed highly engaging interactive user interfaces that complied with modern web standards.
• Troubleshot technical issues and optimized websites for search engine optimization, performance and accessibility.
• Enhanced functionality and appearance of website and repaired functionality issues.
• Streamlined website maintenance and updates through the implementation of content management systems.

• Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
• Provided a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for children.
• Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
• Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
• Optimized facility space usage by designing creative layouts that maximized play areas while ensuring safety standards were met or exceeded.
• Promoted healthy eating habits among students by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation.
• Increased positive feedback from parents through timely progress reports that detailed each child''s developmental milestones achieved.
• Developed age-appropriate curriculum plans focused on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

• Assisted in recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires.
• Coordinated events, workshops, and seminars for numerous topics for all age groups.
• Gathered supplies needed for teachers and workshop leaders in order to run a successful event, workshop, or seminar.
• Conducted comprehensive market research to inform strategic planning, leading to more targeted and effective project initiatives.
• Coordinated logistics for large-scale events, significantly reducing setup times and eliminating scheduling conflicts.
• Followed strict budget guidelines and cut expenses to come in under budget each year.

• Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
• Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
• Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
• Assisted in recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires.
• Created lesson plans, including lesson relevant crafts and activities for teachers and supervisors.
• Implemented various children/families' programs throughout the year and coordinated all volunteers for events.

3 year term

• Assisted in training new stewards on company policies and procedures, fostering a supportive team environment.
• Organized Zoom annual meetings between wardens/clergy of various Anglican Churches across the district of Thunder Bay/Algoma and Regional Dean and Lay Stewards.
• Attended yearly inspections of various Anglican Churches across the district of Thunder Bay/Algoma.
• Acted as a mediator should issues arise between parishioners and wardens/clergy.
• Handled highly confidential information pertaining to financial records, inspection, etc of churches.
• Attended annual meetings in both Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury with other Lay Stewards across the Diocese of Algoma to discuss matters pertaining to churches within the district of Thunder Bay.

5 year term

• Enhanced Youth Advisory Council''s community outreach by organizing and participating in various events and workshops.
• Collaborated with fellow council members to identify pressing issues affecting youth and develop innovative solutions.
• Actively listened to concerns raised by peers, ensuring their voices were heard within the Youth Advisory Council''s discussions.
• Exhibited strong public speaking skills while representing the Youth Advisory Council at community events and conferences.
• Increased awareness on key youth issues by coordinating public presentations and information sessions.
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while working closely with team members to complete important projects on time efficiently.
• Attended Youth Coordinator and Facilitator training workshop in Calgary, Alberta

• Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
• Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Maintained strong Ecommerce website.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
• Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.