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I’m Lisa, a high-energy, goal-driven business executive with a passion for sustainability and people-centered leadership.
Over the years I’ve built a successful grocery and pharmacy brand, developed spa concepts, and led cross-functional teams through product development, marketing, and operations. I’m committed to environmental stewardship, community impact, and aligning strategy with practical execution.
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Work Experience
Business Development Officer at Apprenticeship Trades Department Education Newfoundland and Labrador
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Role supporting business development activities within the Apprenticeship Trades Department; responsibilities included budgeting, program coordination, field trips, spa shows, fundraising, and engagement with charities related to aesthetic education.
Esthetic Instructor at College of the North Atlantic - Gander, NL
September 1, 2009 - July 1, 2010September 2009 to July 2010. Responsible for budgeting, ordering inventory, planned, fundraised and accompanied students on field trips, spa shows. Organized and delivered seminars for various charities in Gander and surrounding areas for Aesthetic class.
Aesthetic Instructor at Academy Canada
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009Prepared budgets, ordered inventory for client days, planned schedules for faculty and students within the department. Senior Instructor of Aesthetics and Demonstrator for all applicable courses. Trained all new staff members in Aesthetics; planned, fundraised and accompanied students on out-of-province trips to spa shows; curriculum advisor for Aesthetics course revisions.
Instructor at Career Academy
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1992Developed and implemented curriculum plans for Hairstylist program and Career Exploration for Women (NCARP). Consulted with students and graduates on how to perform effectively in job interviews while teaching them to analyze and present their accomplishments for current goals. Managed Salon Clinic. Taught Cosmetology, Career Development, Communications, Salon Management, and Business Management. Demonstrator for 'Hairstylist' and 'Introduction to Esthetics.'
CEO and Founder at Indigena Enterprises Inc.
January 1, 2009 - PresentCreated a natural cosmetics manufacturing company utilizing indigenous botanicals from Newfoundland and Labrador. Managed staff, created marketing strategy, developed formulas for commercialization. Wrote business plans, produced projections and wrote funding applications for research and development funding, commercialization and staffing needs. Experienced in creating 'brand awareness' and managed media communications. Created a HACCP compliant facility. Successfully built Indigena into a grocery and pharmacy brand for its bath and body products. Created an amenity product line for Fogo Island Inn respecting their no plastic policy and high standards for excellence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts/Education in English/History/Canadian Studies and High School/PostSecondary Education at Memorial University of Newfoundland
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 1993Diploma in High School (Honours) at St. Joseph's Central High, St. Joseph, MB
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 1984Qualifications
HubSpot Marketing Graduate
January 1, 2017 - February 28, 2026Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Education, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
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