TANNER BERGSMA

Results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Wilfrid Laurier University, excelling in problem-solving and persuasive communication. Expertise in implementing strategic fundraising campaigns and enhancing research projects through innovative solutions. Skilled in team building and operations leadership, committed to delivering exceptional customer service and achieving goals.

• First Aid / CPR AED
• CLASS A Full G Class License with clean drivers abstract
• Micro-Credential: Board Governance
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• WHMIS Certificate

• Founder / Executive Director, Hearts Healing Humanity, Kitchener, ON, 09/01/23, Present, Developed and maintained company's vision, mission statement and strategic plan., Built strong relationships with customers by providing exceptional service throughout the entire customer journey., Pursued networking events, trade shows and industry-related meetings to increase brand awareness.
• Reading Buddy, Stratford Public Library, Stratford, ON, 09/01/16, 12/31/21, Identified areas of improvement for each student's reading skills and developed an action plan accordingly., Collaborated with parents, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure successful progress of assigned students., Developed strategies to help struggling readers build confidence in their abilities.
• Volunteer, United Way, Stratford, ON, 09/01/16, 06/30/19

• Brittany Russell, Wilfrid Laurier University, Development Officer, Leadership Giving, Supervisor, brussell@wlu.ca
• Stephen Orr, Uptown Printing Inc., President, Business Partner, (519) 574-0076, steve.orr@uptownprinting.com
• Dr. Narine Sookram, Carribean Dreams Inc., Director, Supervisor, mcnarine@rogers.com

The Bridge Between Light and Darkness

From The Bottom Up

• Ontario Volunteer Service Award
• Community Service Award: Overcoming Barriers Against All Odds
• Business Certification Award
• Optimist Scholarship
• The Co-Operators 'A Better Place For You' Award