Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Publications
Volunteer Experience
Languages
e-Portfolio
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Nicole Kenny

Nicole Kenny

Educator, Instructional Design and Communications Expert
Oaville,Ontario

Summary

EDUCATOR, INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS EXPERT

Strategic-thinking leader accomplished in helping businesses boost worker confidence and abilities with proactive training and motivational strategies. skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Facilitates training for leaders and employees, including courses, seminars and workshops aimed at industry-specific needs. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented motivated individuals to effectively hand long-term business needs.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

FOUNDER AND STRATEGIC STORYTELLER

NICOLE CRON KENNY
05.2021 - Current
  • Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
  • Provide thought leadership on cleaning and disinfection for infection prevention, corporate training, and neurodiversity within the workplace establishing a reputation as an authority within these fields.
  • Enhance audience engagement by incorporating interactive elements, personal anecdotes and storytelling.
  • Collaborate with clients and subject matter experts to enhance e-learning experience by designing interactive and engaging instructional materials.
  • Design engaging course materials for various learning styles, resulting in increased employee retention and job satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with clients to develop compelling content strategies, and deliver high-quality content resulting in increased website traffic and user engagement.

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

DARE TO BE YOUTH (DTBY) CHARITY
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed strategic plans for organizational growth, resulting in increased program reach and impact.
  • Evaluated program performance using data-driven approaches to inform decision making and future planning.
  • Launched new initiatives that addressed identified gaps in services, expanding the organization''s offerings to better meet community needs.

VICE PRESIDENT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Member of the Executive Leadership Team responsible for developing and driving the annual corporate Strategic Plan.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
  • Accountable for developing and driving the strategic approach to reputation building, thought leadership and clinical and research studies to further the support of cleaning and disinfection and infection prevention and biosecurity
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Developed and executed the Corporate COVID-19 Pandemic plan.

VICE PRESIDENT, PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Streamlined product management processes for enhanced efficiency and team productivity.
  • Launched three new brands into the Professional Beauty, Life Sciences and Cannabis Markets
  • Achieved product development milestones by closely collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Influenced company strategy through insightful presentations highlighting trends, challenges, opportunities in the industry related to product offerings.
  • Coached junior team members on best practices in product management methodology and techniques.
  • Successfully executed the project management of a $500,000 formulation development project
  • Executed the conversion of two new packaging formats that impacted over 25 SKUs.

VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM MARKETING

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2018 - 01.2018
  • Responsible for realigning strategic leadership for marketing and product management to develop brand and industry-specific marketing teams to support commercialization and drive product awareness, acceptance and adoption
  • Achieved increased market share through the development of targeted marketing initiatives.
  • Established partnerships with key influencers and industry leaders to expand brand reach and credibility.
  • Oversaw the development of technical and non-technical marketing presentations, market specific campaigns, articles, and newsletters.

VICE PRESIDENT, PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2016 - 01.2018

SENIOR DIRECTOR, PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2014 - 01.2016

DIRECTOR, PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2008 - 01.2014

SUPERVISOR, TECHNICAL SERVICES

MAXXAM ANALYTICS INC.
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.

Education

Master's - Education Technology (MET)

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
Vancouver, BC
09.2021 - 11.2023

Graduate Certificate - Education Technology

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
01.2022

Advanced Marketing -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
01.2024

Multimedia Storytelling and Content Marketing -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
01.2021

Strategic Copywriting -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
01.2021

Multimedia Journalism Certificate -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
01.2020

HBSc. -

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
01.1994

Skills

  • Out-of-the-box thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Engaging learners
  • Storytelling
  • Strategic planning
  • Neurodiversity
  • Cultural differences
  • Critical Thinking
  • Sales enablement
  • Presentation skills
  • Communication skills
  • Content writing

Accomplishments

  • Virox Technologies Peer Recognition Award (2006)
  • Infection Control Today's, Who's Who of Infection Prevention (2014)
  • Increased engagement from 2 minutes to 5 minutes for the Be In The Know COVID-19 Education Campaign (2020)
  • Conducted over 25 webinars, podcasts and interviews to support education needs for COVID-19 (2020)

Publications

  • How reliable are ATP bioluminescence meters in assessing decontamination of environmental surfaces in healthcare settings?, Omidbakhsh, N., Ahmadpour, F., & Kenny, N., PloS One, 9, 6, e99951, 2014, https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0099951
  • An accelerated hydrogen peroxide (AHP)-based fast-acting and reusable microbicide for manual disinfection of heat-sensitive semi-critical medical devices, Omidbakhsh, N., & Kenny, N., Canadian Journal of Infection Control, 23, 1, 81, 83, 85, 2008
  • How to Keep Zen After the Pandemic, Kenny, N., SKIN Inc., 2021-02-04, https://www.skininc.com/business/industry-news/article/21879904/how-to-keep-zen-after-the-pandemic
  • Battling indifference in the war against: Why vigilance, collaboration, and continued implementation of infection prevention practices will be our saving grace. (lung health & infectious disease), Kenny, N., Maclean's (Toronto), 133, 12, SS3, 2021
  • Invest in your reputation: Disinfection in the post-pandemic world, Kenny, N., National Post (Toronto), 2020-06-30, https://www.proquest.com/newspapers/invest-your-reputation-disinfection-post-pandemic/docview/2418916900/se-2
  • COVID-19 susceptibility to disinfectants, Kenny, N., National Post (Toronto), 2020-03-31, https://www.proquest.com/newspapers/covid-19-susceptibility-disinfectants/docview/2384649555/se-2?accountid=14656

Full list of publications available upon request.

Volunteer Experience

  • WEBBER TRAINING, Social Media and Communications Volunteer, Teleclass Host/Convener
  • DARE TO BE YOUTH CHARITY, Community Volunteer
  • UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH, COLLEGE OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, President, VP, Public Relations, Newsletter Manager
  • VOICES IN THE NIGHT, Ensemble Member

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

e-Portfolio

The following is a digital collection of academic and professional blogs, videos, and webinars to highlight my skills and abilities as an educator, instructional design and communications expert.

Academic Blogs:

  • New Foundations of Educational Technology Blog: https://blogs.ubc.ca/nicolekennyetec511/
  • Text Technologies and the Changing Spaces of Reading and Writing Blog: https://blogs.ubc.ca/nicolekennyetec540/
  • Learning Technologies: Selection, Design, and Application Blog: https://blogs.ubc.ca/nicolekennyetec524/

Webinars:

  • Kenny, N. (2020, September 23) Disinfection Dysfunction: Perils and Pitfalls to Choosing and Using a Disinfectant [Webinar]. Virox Technologies Inc. and American Association for Laboratory Animal Science. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5EWJgqws4U&ab_channel=PeroxigardLifeSciencesDisinfectants-USA

Interviews and Education Platforms:

  • YourTV Halton. (2020, October 2). Public hygiene practices to keep you safe [YouTube]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vuwdnns8IyI&ab_channel=YourTVHalton
  • YourTV Halton (2020, July). Do you know the difference between Cleaning, Sanitizing and Disinfecting? [YouTube]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqGAb0nrVME&ab_channel=YourTVHalton
  • Fear Free Pets (Host). (2020, October 20). Disinfection Considerations in Animal Care Facilities [Audio Podcast Episode]. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disinfection-considerations-in-animal-care-facilities/id1531743037?i=1000495465853
  • PREempt Salon and Spa Disinfectants: Three-Part Online Education for Personal Service Setting Sanitation. https://infectionpreventioncertification.ca/

Timeline

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

DARE TO BE YOUTH (DTBY) CHARITY
09.2023 - Current

Master's - Education Technology (MET)

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
09.2021 - 11.2023

FOUNDER AND STRATEGIC STORYTELLER

NICOLE CRON KENNY
05.2021 - Current

VICE PRESIDENT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2019 - 01.2021

VICE PRESIDENT, PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2018 - 01.2019

VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM MARKETING

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2018 - 01.2018

VICE PRESIDENT, PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2016 - 01.2018

SENIOR DIRECTOR, PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2014 - 01.2016

DIRECTOR, PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SERVICES

VIROX TECHNOLOGIES INC.
01.2008 - 01.2014

SUPERVISOR, TECHNICAL SERVICES

MAXXAM ANALYTICS INC.
01.1999 - 01.2002

Graduate Certificate - Education Technology

UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

Advanced Marketing -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Multimedia Storytelling and Content Marketing -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Strategic Copywriting -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Multimedia Journalism Certificate -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

HBSc. -

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

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