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Work History
Education
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BROAD UNDERSTANDING OF BC DEMOGRAPHICS & GEOGRAPHY
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Robert  Cheung

Robert Cheung

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Results-driven leader with over 30 years of executive experience co-founding and scaling a multimedia distribution company to become Canada's leading distributor of Laserdiscs, DVDs, anime, manga, and comic books. Expertise in operational management, team leadership (up to 50+ staff with low turnover), financial oversight, and strategic partnerships. Recent roles in electoral administration demonstrate strong compliance, training, and logistical skills. Proven ability to streamline processes, foster collaboration, and adapt to dynamic environments. Skilled in leveraging technology for efficiency, with a background in engineering and risk management. Eager to leverage directive leadership in public sector roles emphasizing compliance and team efficiency

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

SVO (Supervisor of Voting Officer)

Elections BC
Vancouver, BC
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Oversaw election processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and procedural accuracy.
  • Trained and mentored 20+ staff on electoral procedures and voting systems, boosting team efficiency.
  • Implemented workflow improvements for voter registration and ballot distribution.
  • Coordinated polling station logistics, optimizing resource allocation and setup.

Central Poll Supervisor (CPS)

Elections Canada
Gatineau, QC
09.2021 - 09.2021
  • Managed a team of 15+ voting officers, delivering efficient service and resolving challenges.
  • Ensured accurate ballot handling and voter assistance in a high-pressure environment.

Census Enumerator Leads

Statistics Canada
Vancouver, BC
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Interviewed residents in assigned areas to explain purpose of census, answer questions and accurately record answers.
  • Performed field staff duties critical to completing accurate count in hard-to-reach communities

SVO (Supervisor of Voting Officer)

Elections BC
Victoria, BC
10.2020 - 10.2020
  • Supervised 15+ voting officers and counting assistants during the provincial election.
  • Maintained impartiality and integrity while managing operations under tight deadlines.

Deputy Voting Officer

Elections BC
Vancouver, BC
10.2019 - 10.2019
  • Supported voting processes, assisting voters and ensuring compliance with electoral standards.

Business Owner (President/Co-Founder)

C&L Multimedia Distribution Inc
Vancouver, BC
09.1987 - 04.2016

Co-founded and grew company into Canada's top distributor of home entertainment media, overseeing operations for 50+ staff with low turnover.

  • Directed financial planning, budgeting, payroll, and reporting; collaborated with accountants for stakeholder presentations.
  • Recruited, trained, and led teams emphasizing unity, equity, discipline, and stability.
  • Forged partnerships with major studios (e.g., Warner Bros., Sony Pictures, Disney) and retailers (e.g., Future Shop, London Drugs, McDonald's), driving marketing initiatives.
  • Designed and maintained company website (thecnl.com) using HTML and Linux servers in the 1990s.
  • Negotiated warehouse leases and distribution agreements; managed 20+ customer service reps handling 100+ daily interactions.

Lecturer and Research Assistant

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
09.1982 - 04.1987
  • Conducted statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis for risk management research.
  • Taught advanced calculus to MBA students.
  • Graded assignments while upholding academic integrity policies.

Education

PhD Candidate - Risk Management

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC

Master's of Science - Commerce - Optimization Control/Business Management

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
04.1986

Master's of Applied Science - Applied Mathematics, Game Theory

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
04.1984

Bachelor's of Applied Science - Electrical And Computer Engineering

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
04.1982

Skills

    Managerial & Leadership

  • Team building, recruitment, training, and supervision (15–50 staff)
  • Conflict resolution, strategic decision-making, and process optimization
  • Financial oversight (budgeting, forecasting, reporting)
  • Negotiation, partnerships, and customer service excellence
  • Electoral Administration:

  • Voter registration, ballot distribution, and regulatory compliance
  • Polling station logistics and team coordination
  • Technical Proficiency:

  • Microsoft Office, databases, and mobile tracking tools
  • HTML coding, Linux server management, and office automation
  • Core Competencies:

  • Impartiality, integrity, service orientation
  • Innovation, teamwork, and stamina under pressure

Additional Information

  • Attention to details
  • Conscientiousness
  • Decisiveness
  • Need to Achieve
  • Self-awareness
  • Strong Directive Leadership
  • Willingness to listen

Timeline

SVO (Supervisor of Voting Officer)

Elections BC
10.2024 - 10.2024

Central Poll Supervisor (CPS)

Elections Canada
09.2021 - 09.2021

Census Enumerator Leads

Statistics Canada
05.2021 - 08.2021

SVO (Supervisor of Voting Officer)

Elections BC
10.2020 - 10.2020

Deputy Voting Officer

Elections BC
10.2019 - 10.2019

Business Owner (President/Co-Founder)

C&L Multimedia Distribution Inc
09.1987 - 04.2016

Lecturer and Research Assistant

University of British Columbia
09.1982 - 04.1987

PhD Candidate - Risk Management

University of British Columbia

Master's of Science - Commerce - Optimization Control/Business Management

University of British Columbia

Master's of Applied Science - Applied Mathematics, Game Theory

University of British Columbia

Bachelor's of Applied Science - Electrical And Computer Engineering

University of British Columbia

Vaccination Status

Sept 29,2022 : 2nd Booster. Fully vaccinated. Non-smoker, with Canadian passport for travel.

BROAD UNDERSTANDING OF BC DEMOGRAPHICS & GEOGRAPHY

Canadian citizen and Vancouver resident for nearly 50 years, with deep knowledge of urban, Indigenous, and multicultural community dynamics.

Additional Information

  • Avid world traveler, building cultural awareness and adaptability
  • Poker tournament participant
  • BC Driver's License with personal vehicle
  • Canadian Passport and Nexus
Robert Cheung