Michael Gilmore
Toronto
Summary
Versatile Executive Director focused on promoting Jewish life and increasing effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of the synagogue's operations, daily and long term. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing effective communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with management to develop work plans, financials and strategies. Experienced in data driven analytics and goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Kehillat Shaarei Torah
08.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff, volunteers, and lay leaders through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decisionmaking.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
National Administrator - Contract Position
Technion Canada
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Maintaining and updating database in Donor Perfect, including adding prospects, pledge processing, updating donors with contacts and marketing materials.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
Marketing Associate
JNF Toronto
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed marketing strategies and resolved problems to drive funding.
- Implemented a new digital marketing strategy for the region
- Ran the email marketing campaign for the region
- Performed ongoing analysis to develop and advance future marketing strategies.
- Coordinated art and graphics creation for events, campaigns, and advertisements.
- Introduced and revamped current marketing campaigns and projects to better align with current goals
- Provided analytical support and monitored data to increase outreach within the Jewish community.
- Coordinated with the National director of Marketing
Marketing Director
Maq Distributors
04.2012 - 02.2022
- Spearheaded market research to identify branding opportunities, cement strategies and sustain loyal customer base.
- Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions
- Developed high-impact creative projects from concept to completion, including promotional content for company campaigns
- Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to understand opportunities and potential value
- Cultivated and upheld strong professional relationships with vendors, negotiated contracts and monitored performance
- Strengthened marketing programs to capture new business and take advantage of changing trends in client markets
- Successfully launched offline and online consumer targeting and marketing strategy
Education
High School Diploma -
University Of Winnipeg Collegiate
Winnipeg, MBBachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MBSkills
- Key decision making
- Strategic Planning
- Operations management
- Project management
- Campaign development
- Marketing and advertising
- Market planning and execution
- Community relations & engagement
- Community engagement
- Budgeting
- Team leadership
- Time management
Timeline
Executive Director
Kehillat Shaarei Torah
08.2023 - Current
National Administrator - Contract Position
Technion Canada
01.2023 - 08.2023
Marketing Associate
JNF Toronto
02.2022 - 01.2023
Marketing Director
Maq Distributors
04.2012 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
University Of Winnipeg Collegiate
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Manitoba
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