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Neil Munro

Vancouver,British Columbia

Summary

Talented Business Manager experienced in developing and managing staff, budgets and programs to achieve results. Offering more than 15 years of experience at executive level. Applies skills in ministry, leadership, mentoring, and training to motivate organization's members in meeting organizational mission and program goals. Successfully raises public awareness about union and community-based programs and services.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Director

Heat and Frost Training Center
Port Coquitlam, BC
08.2021 - 01.2024
  • Oversee Heat and Frost Training Center
  • Manage delivery of Apprenticeship program for over 200 Apprentices
  • Secured funding from public and private sources through grant writing activities or other fundraising efforts.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying abreast of relevant laws, regulations, standards, guidelines.
  • Promoted public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy and online presence.

Business Manager

BC Insulators Local 118
Port Coquitlam, BC
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
  • Maintained financial records, prepared budgets, and monitored expenditures for multiple departments.
  • Managed a team of staff members, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Organized meetings with stakeholders to discuss objectives, strategies, and timelines for completing tasks.
  • Designed strategies for improving the quality of services provided by the organization.
  • Collaborated with other Locals within the organization to coordinate project efforts.
  • Facilitated communication between different teams within the organization through regular meetings.

Chairperson Vancouver School Board Unions

BC Insulators Local 118
Vancouver, BC
01.2018 - 02.2023
  • Head Negotiator/ Labour Relations Manager
  • Strategized and implemented plans to transform and revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging [Industry] trends.
  • Gathered information from various sources, including staff members, stakeholders, and other organizations, to inform board decision-making processes.
  • Maintained records of meeting minutes, resolutions, and other documents related to the board's activities.

Business Agent

BC Insulators Local 118
Port Coquitlam, BC
05.2010 - 12.2018
  • Created marketing strategies to boost the Local in various media.
  • Facilitated the resolution of labor disputes through mediation and arbitration.
  • Interpreted language contained in collective bargaining agreements when requested by either side.
  • Negotiated contract terms to maintain favorable working conditions and compensation for Members.
  • Negotiated wages, benefits, working conditions, and other terms in collective bargaining agreements.

Education

Certified Insulation Appraiser

National Insulation Association
Chicago
05-2017

Sustainable Energy Manager - Energy Management

BCIT
Burnaby, BC
04-2011

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Financial Management
  • Contract Management/Negotiation

Certification

  • Red Seal Heat and Frost Insulator

Timeline

Executive Director

Heat and Frost Training Center
08.2021 - 01.2024

Business Manager

BC Insulators Local 118
01.2019 - 01.2024

Chairperson Vancouver School Board Unions

BC Insulators Local 118
01.2018 - 02.2023

Business Agent

BC Insulators Local 118
05.2010 - 12.2018

Certified Insulation Appraiser

National Insulation Association

Sustainable Energy Manager - Energy Management

BCIT
Neil Munro