Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Hobbies and Interests
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fundraising coordinator
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Vicki Driscoll

Gatineau

Summary

Highly motivated Director with 24+ years of experience working in communities across Quebec. Very strong work ethics, reliable and responsible including great leadership and mentoring skills. I have the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with multiple community stakeholders, and partners.

A demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. I am very pro-active, detailed oriented, a positive thinker and I can be very resourceful. My many years has a team lead and manager in a non-profit environment has given me the expertise needed to ensure I would be a perfect addition to your organization and your team. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Tourism Manager

Municipal Regional County Gulfe Saint Laurent
01.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced tourist experience by developing and implementing innovative tour programs and itineraries.
  • Managed daily operations of the tourism office, maintaining high levels of efficiency and organization.
  • Collaborated with regional authorities in order to develop and maintain sustainable tourism policies for long-term industry growth.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with local businesses to promote mutually beneficial tourism initiatives.
  • Coordinated successful events and conferences, attracting visitors from various regions to boost local economy.
  • Maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring open communication channels for seamless collaboration.
  • Led a team of tourism professionals, fostering an environment that promoted growth and development opportunities.

Director

Community Economic Development & Employabiity Coop
06.2005 - 01.2024
  • Identify and leverage community opportunities for growth and investment
  • Development partnerships that harness resources & expertise to foster innovation and creativity
  • Coordinate and integrate the leadership of initiatives activity from idea to action to results
  • Support and create jobs, upskill, and place workers, build and grow businesses to increase their investments.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.

Regional Economic Development Officer - CEDEC

10.1999 - 05.2005
  • Mobilization of community stakeholders in rural communities
  • Organized and facilitated workshops on community capacity building
  • Hosted community asset mapping and planning sessions
  • Created and implemented community development plans and community projects
  • Trained, supervised, and supported teams leads in different rural communities
  • Preparation of project budgets and final reports.

Office Manager - Depanneur Jones/ Pizza Delight/National Car Rental

08.1991 - 10.1999
  • Overseeing staff, scheduling, and training, customer service
  • Payables and receivables for 3 business
  • Overseeing general day to day management/operation of the 3 different businesses.

Education

No Degree - Community Development

Concordia University
Montreal, QC
06.2004

Skills

  • French advanced
  • Self-motivated
  • Coaching/Negotiating
  • Communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team building
  • Time management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Creative solutions
  • Conflict Mediation

Accomplishments

Resolved financial issues by organizing, and leading fundraising activities, with canadian rock band in 2014 and with NHL hockey players in 2015, collecting nearly $100,000 in sales


Created and facilitated multiple workshops and training sessions for 4 different school on skill development and entrepreneurial learning


Mobilized community stakeholders around regional projects and opportunities for sustainability and growth, including implementing a Marina, a Visitor Centers, 3 history exhibits, 2 cooperatives, 3 Regional planning forums, interprovincial consultations.







Hobbies and Interests

  • Capacity building
  • Organizing events and activities
  • Meeting new people/learning new skills
  • Being innovative and crafty
  • Travelling
  • Experiencing new challenges

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

fundraising coordinator

Negotiated with businesses and community partners to implement local fundraising activities for different venues across the region. This incudes donating prizes, discount on supplies, free promotions and volunteering their time.

Offered dance lessons for individuals to raise funds for local Youth Center.

Applied for license to sell lottery tickets for local radio station project expansion.

Organized local talent contest for Seniors Club

Additional Information

I am a very loyal employee, that is a high achiever, I am know to be very detailed oriented with strong leadership and communication skills. I love new learning opportunities and meeting new people. I am very resourceful and my supervisor always notes that he appreciates my professionalism and enthusiasm for the job. I am ready to take on a new challenge, I am also a great team player, but also work very well on my own. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and skill with your organization.

Timeline

Tourism Manager

Municipal Regional County Gulfe Saint Laurent
01.2024 - Current

Director

Community Economic Development & Employabiity Coop
06.2005 - 01.2024

Regional Economic Development Officer - CEDEC

10.1999 - 05.2005

Office Manager - Depanneur Jones/ Pizza Delight/National Car Rental

08.1991 - 10.1999

No Degree - Community Development

Concordia University
Vicki Driscoll