Where I've Actually Led
Credentials tell you I'm qualified.
This is where and how I lead.
Over three decades, across a mix of paid and volunteer roles, I've built organizations, negotiated contracts, governed boards, edited publications, and guided communities through conflict and change.
Here's where that experience comes from.
Governance
- Served on executive boards in multiple capacities over the years — as vice-president, secretary, and board member — across regional, provincial, and community organizations
Organizational Leadership
- Founded and led a charitable organization from the ground up, as president.
- Co-founded and convened a regional institute.
- Held an executive communications role, directing strategy for an organization's public voice.
Editorial Leadership
- Leadership columnist for international publication
- Former managing editor of a Western Canada publication, overseeing 20+ contributors.
Labour & Negotiation
- Experienced in labour relations as a former union organizer and shop steward.
- Negotiated a first-ever union contract.
International & Strategic
- Co-chaired a global vision team for an international spiritual organization.
- Guided a board through a multi-month bylaw rewrite during a period of deep internal conflict, realigning governance with the community's current values
Transitional Ministry & Consulting
- Serves periodically as interim (transitional) minister for communities ranging from 60 to 100+ members
- Position involves holding dual role as ex officio board member and organizational consultant
- Ongoing regional support for 30+ leaders across Canada and the US.
Credentials & Background
- Royal Roads University: Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching
- ICF: Professional Member, International Coaching Federation
- Media: Multiple Canadian Press & BC Journalism Awards
- Ministry: Licensed Spiritual Director (Weddings, Celebrations of Life, transitions)
- Education: BA in Sociology & Anthropology (Sociology of knowledge & religion)