| An accomplished COO who has broad experience managing
business growth, innovation and change in the Service Industry in both
for profit and Not- For- Profit sectors. Achieved significant business
growth by adding and increasing revenue streams and acquisitions. Effective
in a fast paced high profile environment. Managed new major professional
entertainment enterprises including large public facilities and revitalized
other enterprises requiring change. A results oriented change manager
with a strong track record of success, his reputation and credentials
are supported by excellent testimonials from all stakeholders.
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
Successfully established three viable business ventures from startup
to multimillion dollar enterprises.
Successfully organized and completed a $10M capital borrowing within very
unusual conditions in the not for profit sector.
Engaged with world leaders, politicians, entertainers and athletes to
ensure their successful appearances at nationally acclaimed events.
Led the campaign that resulted in a significant 83% approval by members
(owners) of a large private club to change directions and invest substantial
capital funds to revitalize the club.
Successfully merged two competing work forces in a takeover into one harmonious
work culture in less than 12 months.
Won the first 1999 Pinnacle Award for Outstanding Customer Service by
a transportation industry supplier.
Achieved record sales for number of exhibitors and resulting gross revenues
during the mandate for two consecutive provincial agricultural fairs.
Created an international trade fair and conference promoting global opportunities
for business and the environment which continues today on a biannual basis.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE
The Osborne Group
Guaranteed Funeral Deposits of Canada
The Boulevard Club – General Manager,
Chief Operating Officer and Secretary
Imperial Parking Ltd. – Vice President
Pacific National Exhibition – Manager,
New Business Development,
Major Event Management Ltd. - President,
B.C. Place and BC Place Stadium – Vice
President, General Manager
Montreal Expos Baseball Club Ltd. – Executive
Vice President
Stevedoring – Controller, Secretary/Treasurer
Eastern Canada
MacDonald Currie & Co (PricewaterhouseCoopers)
QUALIFICATIONS
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario – Member
Toronto Board of Trade and Golf Club – Member
George Brown Advisory Council – Chair
Childrens’ Aid Foundation – Volunteer
Crohn’s Colitis Toronto Chapter – President
Building Owners and Managers Association – Past Director
Canadian Parking Association – Past Director
Western Association of Exhibition Managers – Past Director
Hollyburn Country Club – Past Director
Concordia University (Loyola, Montreal) – B. Comm
McGill University – C.A. Qualification |
