- Road Trips
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Camping
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Cooking
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
Richard Alderson
Vineland,Ontario
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Niagara Catholic District School Board, excelling in strategic planning and stakeholder collaboration. Expert in project oversight and staff development, fostering innovation and inclusivity. Focused on organizational growth while championing diversity initiatives. Committed to delivering exceptional outcomes through effective leadership.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Chair of Health and Physical Education
Niagara Catholic District School Board
09.2009 - Current
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community.
- Developed long-term strategic plans to guide organizational growth and success.
- Fostered collaboration across departments to streamline project implementation and enhance outcomes.
- Supported strategic planning efforts to align with long-term organizational goals.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective services for organizational events, saving resources.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, leading to more representative and engaged membership base.
Server
Vineland Estates Winery
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Education
Teacher Certificate - Intermediate/Senior English
D'Youville College
Buffalo, NY05-1998
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Western Ontario
London, ON05-1997
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Innovation encouragement
- Meeting facilitation
- Staff development
- Innovative and visionary
- Delegation
- Staff management
- Analytical and critical thinker
- Project oversight
- Leadership and people development
Certification
- Licensed Server - Smart Serve certified 2023
Interests
Timeline
Server
Vineland Estates Winery
04.2023 - 09.2023
Program Chair of Health and Physical Education
Niagara Catholic District School Board
09.2009 - Current
Teacher Certificate - Intermediate/Senior English
D'Youville College
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Western Ontario
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