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Rebecca Spruston

Burnaby,BC

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at CFA Society Vancouver, excelling in event planning and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in program development and strategic marketing, enhancing participant engagement and expanding educational offerings. Adept at managing budgets while fostering strong partnerships, leveraging exceptional communication skills to drive success in diverse environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Candidates and Awareness Coordinator

CFA Society Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada
05.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded the development and execution of professional education programs, ensuring alignment with industry standards and continuing education requirements.
  • Managed end-to-end speaker engagement, from initial outreach to session facilitation, ensuring seamless event execution.
  • Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to increase registration and participant engagement, including newsletters, social media campaigns, and promotional materials.
  • Cultivated partnerships with industry leaders and academic institutions, expanding program reach and enhancing content credibility.
  • Utilized data-driven feedback analysis to optimize course structure and align educational offerings with emerging industry trends.

Online Course Materials Coordinator

Continuing Legal Education Society of BC (CLEBC)
Vancouver, Canada
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Directed speaker coordination and content management, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality educational materials for professional legal training programs.
  • Led the content quality assurance process, collaborating with faculty and legal experts to maintain compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
  • Managed intellectual property rights by securing copyright permissions, sourcing external publications, and ensuring proper licensing for all course materials.
  • Optimized event web pages and digital platforms, improving accessibility and user experience for attendees and faculty.

Student Life Supervisor

Alexander College
Burnaby, Canada
12.2016 - 04.2023
  • Designed and implemented student-focused programs, including multicultural celebrations and networking sessions, enriching campus experiences.
  • Established and managed the Student Ambassador Volunteering Program, creating opportunities for student engagement in community service initiatives.
  • Directed operations of the Alexander College Student Association by organizing elections, monitoring budgets, and overseeing weekly meetings to encourage collaboration and student participation.
  • Chaired the Student Refugee Program Committee, facilitating training and support sessions for refugee students while ensuring effective use of allocated budgets.
  • Fostered partnerships with external student organizations, promoting inter-institutional collaboration and broadening student engagement opportunities.

Student Support Officer

Alexander College
Burnaby, Canada
06.2010 - 09.2015
  • Maintained academic records and supported disciplinary processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Coordinated graduation and community-building events, strengthening student retention and success.

Receptionist & Office Services Assistant

Olympic & Paralympic Organizing Committee
Burnaby, Canada
04.2007 - 06.2010
  • Provided high-level administrative support for Olympic planning, ensuring seamless execution of high-profile meetings and international stakeholder engagement.
  • Streamlined onboarding procedures and allocated resources for new team members, optimizing operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC
01.2022

Certificate in Meeting & Event Planning Management -

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
12-2015

Diploma in Medical/Clinical Assistant -

Burnaby Continuing Education
Burnaby, BC
02-2012

Skills

  • Event planning and execution
  • Volunteer program management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Budget oversight
  • Program development
  • Membership coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Communication and interpersonal skills

Affiliations

Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC), Active Member, Actively advance the volunteer management profession through collaboration, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives.

Professional Development

  • Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level CCSA, Canadian Red Cross, 01/01/24
  • Kevin Mitnick Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, 01/01/23
  • Teaching Online Certification, Alexander College, 01/01/21

Timeline

Candidates and Awareness Coordinator

CFA Society Vancouver
05.2024 - Current

Online Course Materials Coordinator

Continuing Legal Education Society of BC (CLEBC)
04.2023 - 05.2024

Student Life Supervisor

Alexander College
12.2016 - 04.2023

Student Support Officer

Alexander College
06.2010 - 09.2015

Receptionist & Office Services Assistant

Olympic & Paralympic Organizing Committee
04.2007 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Thompson Rivers University

Certificate in Meeting & Event Planning Management -

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Diploma in Medical/Clinical Assistant -

Burnaby Continuing Education
Rebecca Spruston