A LOVE FOR STORYTELLING

 
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Over the past several years, I've grown to love public speaking. I've moderated panels, delivered presentations, and created workshops for audiences ranging from small groups to over 500 attendees. As a talent and people leader for over 15 years, it's been a true pleasure to share my expertise with others.

Some of my favourite topics I've discussed include:

  • The importance of storytelling in recruiting

  • Belonging in the workplace

  • Employer branding

  • Creating team member engagement strategies

If you need a charismatic speaker to take your event to the next level, I'm available for keynotes, presentations, and panels.

 

Previous Speaking Engagements

 

3Skills

April 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A mock interview session with international students and new graduates to share interviewing tips and ways to improve

3Skills

June 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A mock interview session with candidates looking to break into tech

AfterShip

March 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: How to leverage LinkedIn as a tool to boost employer brand and attract talent

BrainStation

December 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A session sharing tips on the first steps of the recruitment process, covering topics like LinkedIn, resumes, and phone-screens

Brainstation

August 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: In dustry partner panel for job seekers interested in getting into tech

Bridge School

November 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Helping navigate your career in tech

Canadian Institute of Diversity and Inclusion

May 2014 - Calgary, AB

Topic: How shifting workforce demographics are a driving force behind organizational changes

Calgary Chamber of Commerce

April 2015 - Calgary, AB

Topic: Retaining and engaging the Millennial workforce

Champions Career Centre

June 2014 - Calgary, AB

Topic: How to meaningfully connect employers with persons with disabilities

Co.Lab

April 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A recruiter AMA to provide tips on resume writing and interview preparation to successfully land a PM role

Co.Lab

April 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A recruiter AMA to provide tips on resume writing and interview preparation to successfully land a role in tech

Deloitte Private and Foxquilt Entrepreneur Summit

January 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: What it takes to attract the best people and keep them on your team

DisruptHR

November 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Building a compensation program that’s transparent and flexible

ExploreTech

November 2018 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Why the candidate experience is more than just another passing HR

Guusto

June 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A live AMA for job seekers looking to learn how to best prepare to land their next role

Hired

June 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: How to use your window between jobs to gain career clarity

HireUp

November 2019 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Tips on improving your interview skills

HRPA

October 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: HR specialties and strategies for developing into those careers

HRPA

May 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A panel session with HR students and new professionals reviewing resume and cover letter best practices

IMDOINGIT

February 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: An initiative connecting black youth jobseekers to recruiters for candid feedback and potential advancement in the recruitment process

Lunchbox

March 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Roundtable on talent operations and scaling high-growth teams

MaRS Discovery District

November 2018 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Landing your first job in tech

On Deck

February 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: How to drive recruitment success in a digital-first world

Palette Skills

October 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Career coaching for participants transitioning their careers into tech sales

Palette Skills

December 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Workshop to provide feedback on participant’s resume content and formatting

Palette Skills

March 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Career coaching for participants transitioning their careers into tech sales

Palette Skills

May 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Career coaching for participants transitioning their careers into tech sales

Palette Skills

June 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Career coaching for participants transitioning their careers into tech sales

Practice

October 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Getting great testimonials for your coaching business

Queen's Smith School of Business

July 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: The recruiting process for product managers

Rotman School of Management

January 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: An opportunity for Business Technology Students to connect with industry professionals

SAAS North

November 2019 - Ottawa, ON

Topic: Driving people growth in global SaaS companies

Sensibill

August 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Empathy, allyship and how to create a more inclusive environment

Sensilbill + Pride Toronto

June 2019 - Toronto, ON

Topic: The unique opportunities and challenges for startups looking to support their LGBTQ+ employees

Sisters Prosper

June 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A collaborative partnership between Newcomer Women’s Services of Toronto, Skills for Change, Toast Masters, and Career Edge introducing newcomer women to employers

SocialHRCamp

February 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Ways to discuss inclusion with candidates, whether your company has a mature offering or hasn’t built out any programs yet

SocialWest

April 2015 - Calgary, AB

Topic: Using social media for good

T.O. Tech Gives Back

November 2019 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Understanding the tech sector’s job market

TalentMinded

October 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: The important role recruiters play when it comes to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

Tech Talent North

October 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: How to build a transparent and flexible compensation strategy

Toronto Metropolitan University

May 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Career development and job search guidance for post-secondary tech students

University of Alberta Marketing Association

March 2015 - Edmonton, AB

Topic: The business benefits of a community-based brand

VanHack

April 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: How to hire tech talent from the whole world

Venture For Canada

November 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A job search clinic for entrepreneurial-bent grads who want to excel at dynamic startups

Venture Out Conference

March 2019 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Why we still talk about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in tech

Visto.ai

November 2021 - Toronto, ON

Topic: How to find tech jobs in Canada, including an overview of the work permit and immigration process for those who want to relocate

Women and Color

August 2019 - Toronto, ON

Topic: Crafting a stand-out speaker story

Xref

March 2019 - Toronto, ON

Topic: The recruiting metrics leadership teams really care about

Xref

April 2022 - Toronto, ON

Topic: A chat with HR leaders to understand the emerging recruitment and retention trends

Xref

February 2020 - Toronto, ON

Topic: What HR teams can do to break the barriers in women in leadership

Yorkville University

April 2023 - Toronto, ON

Topic: The essential skills graduates should be equipped with as they head to the industry

 
 

Media Appearances

 

Career Catharsis

December 2020

Topic: From layoff to liftoff

Careers Uncovered

April 2021

Topic: How best to showcase your accomplishments on your resume

Clara

January 2019

Topic: 4 New Year’s recruiting resolutions

dbt

August 2019

Topic: How to hire an analytics engineer

Foxquilt

January 2020

Topic: Marketing, Finance and HR tips for business growth

Greenhouse

August 2020

Topic: How company social responsibility starts with talent

Homerun

July 2023

Topic: The benefits and capabilities of Applicant Tracking Systems

MaRS Discovery District

January 2020

Topic: 5 amazing tech jobs that didn’t exist yesterday

MaRS Discovery District

February 2020

Topic: A Guide to employee resource groups

MaRS Discovery District

June 2020

Topic: Ideas on where and how to connect with top talent

MaRS Discovery District

January 2020

Topic: Four-part series on diversity, inclusion and belonging

MaRS Discovery District

July 2021

Topic: Emerging compensation trends in talent attraction and retention

Municipal World

October 2013

Topic: A Millennial’s take on shifting workforce demographics

Product Coffee

April 2021

Topic: Product Management recruiting

Sensibill

June 2020

Topic: How startups can support LGBTQ+ employees

The Globe and Mail

July 2021

Topic: The Great Resignation — a wave of workers in Canada and the U.S. who are leaving their jobs — is being led by Gen Z and millennials

The HR Digest

January 2020

Topic: Learning how to find new career opportunities in 2020

Toronto Star

January 2022

Topic: How to ask for a raise

Toronto Star

August 2022

Topic: Tips on what to do after being laid off

#WRK

April 2020

Topic: How to thrive in today’s landscape of rapidly changing careers, companies and industries

Xref

November 2019

Topic: How to engage with passive candidates