Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Tanner BERGSMA

Waterloo,ON

Summary

  • Open and positive communicator with calm and level-headed approach to managing routine needs and meeting special challenges.
  • Responsible professional with excellent sales, service, and interpersonal skills. Committed to making every customer feel welcome and assisting with any need. Advanced knowledge of fashion trends and popular looks.
  • Customer-focused associate recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in customer service, inventory management, and sales techniques. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure positive shopping experiences and meet sales goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board Member

Peel Cheshire Homes (Brampton) Inc.
Brampton, Ontario
10.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between board members during decision-making processes.
  • Ensured that all legal requirements were met according to local laws and regulations.
  • Engaged in public relations activities to promote company mission, vision, values, products, services, and brand image.

Chairman of the Board

Kitchener 2051 Community Working Group
Kitchener, Ontario
07.2024 - Current
  • Actively participated in strategic planning sessions to identify opportunities for growth and improvement within the organization.
  • Actively working with various stakeholders to help recreate the official plan for the city of Kitchener
  • Prepared agendas for board meetings, ensuring that all necessary materials were available for review.

Research Assistant

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Created detailed summaries of existing studies for use in further investigations.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
  • Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.

Commercial Cleaner

ATR Maintenance Services
Waterloo, Ontario
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Swept and mopped floors, dusted surfaces, and vacuumed carpets in commercial buildings.
  • Washed windows, walls, and ceilings to ensure a clean environment for customers.
  • Removed trash from bins and conducted maintenance on compactor garbage chutes as needed

Overnight Personal Shopper

Loblaws Inc
Waterloo, Ontario
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Organized clothing racks, shelves, and displays in the store according to size, color, and style.
  • Fulfilled customer orders by selecting items that met their individual needs and preferences.
  • Updated item descriptions in computer system for accurate tracking of stock levels.

Dietary Aide

Elm Services
Stratford, Ontario
07.2017 - 03.2020
  • Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
  • Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation, and food handling guidelines
  • Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Community Psychology

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
12-2026

Micro Credential - Modern Board Governance

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, None
04-2024

High School Diploma -

Stratford Central Secondary School
Stratford, ON
06-2020

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the 2019 Ontario Volunteer Service Award
  • Nominated Best Global Social Justice Leader of 2025
  • Published 3 books, and co-authored one bestselling book
  • Accomplished TEDx speaker

Certification

  • Ontario Security Guard License
  • Red Cross Emergency First Aid CPR/AED Class C
  • Certified Associate in Project Management Certification
  • Smart Serve
  • Can-Sell

Affiliations

  • A seasoned sales professional with 6+ years of experience in retail, finance, and fundraising

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Board Member

Peel Cheshire Homes (Brampton) Inc.
10.2024 - Current

Chairman of the Board

Kitchener 2051 Community Working Group
07.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

Wilfrid Laurier University
09.2023 - 08.2024

Commercial Cleaner

ATR Maintenance Services
11.2022 - 03.2023

Overnight Personal Shopper

Loblaws Inc
10.2021 - 04.2022

Dietary Aide

Elm Services
07.2017 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Community Psychology

Wilfrid Laurier University

Micro Credential - Modern Board Governance

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

High School Diploma -

Stratford Central Secondary School

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