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I thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing multiple priorities with calm focus, and I bring energy and sincerity to every interaction. I excel where dedication, experience and a strong sense of purpose are valued, and where teamwork and mutual respect are the foundation of success.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Order Picker at Mikhaiel Logistics
August 1, 2025 - PresentPicking orders for a third-party logistics company in the Belleville area.
Owner at Cheap Seats Communications
May 1, 2025 - PresentProviding freelance writing, reporting, photography and communication consulting to various clients including the Enrichment Centre for Mental Health and Grapevine Magazine (copy editing).
Executive Director at Children's Safety Village Belleville
June 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024Oversaw operations of the Children's Safety Village Belleville; responsibilities included administration, scheduling, fundraising, grant-writing, public relations and marketing.
Managing Editor at Inquinte.ca
March 1, 2015 - May 1, 2022Responsible for running the editorial section of the online news component; managed staff, reported stories for online and on-air, and worked cooperatively with radio news staff. Also wrote and read on-air commentary From the Cheap Seats focused on current events and political items of local, provincial and national interest.
Afternoon News Anchor at Starboard Communications
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Compiled and announced afternoon news for two local radio stations (Hits 95.5 and Cool 100); covered stories, wrote and edited reports, and read three newscasts daily. This role was in conjunction with continued responsibilities as managing editor of Inquinte.ca.
Host at Cheap Seats
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018Hosted a political affairs television show on the local cable station focused on community issues, with some reach into regional, provincial and federal politics. Responsibilities included researching subjects, determining topics, lining up guests, interviewing and moderating panels; also hosted election panels.
Managing Editor at Belleville Intelligencer, Sun Media
June 1, 2008 - May 31, 2014Overseeing editorial department for daily and three weekly newspapers; managed staff in a unionized environment and developed budgets; wrote editorials and columns.
City Editor at The Peterborough Examiner, Sun Media Corporation
February 1, 2006 - May 1, 2008Responsible for overseeing reporting staff for daily newspaper serving Peterborough and surrounding area; daily story assigning and editing; coordinated with other editors to organize full coverage and layout.
News Editor at Timmins Daily News
May 1, 2005 - January 31, 2006Editing stories and laying out news pages for daily newspaper; oversaw a staff of five reporters.
Reporter/Photographer at Prince Albert Daily Herald
May 1, 2004 - May 1, 2005Reporter/photographer for daily newspaper specializing in local politics; covered City Hall as well as provincial and federal politics and other news and breaking stories.
Owner at Grand River Delivery Service
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004Co-owner of a local delivery service specializing in small package/fast food deliveries; oversaw staffing, scheduling, dispatching and customer relations and marketing.
Night News Editor at Simcoe Reformer
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002Editing stories and laying out news pages; oversaw a staff of 10 reporters; collaborated with city editor and managing editor while also overseeing sports coverage.
Sports Editor / News Reporter at Woodstock Sentinel-Review
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2001Two years as sports editor, overseeing sports section and reporting staff; then moved on to reporter/photographer focusing on local politics.
Staff Reporter at Anglican Journal
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1995Staff reporter covering news and feature stories for the Anglican Journal, the national newspaper of the Anglican Church of Canada; won several national and international awards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at University of Western Ontario
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1987Qualifications
Smart Serve Ontario Liquor Law Training
January 1, 2014 - August 1, 2025Pallet Walkie Certification
August 1, 2025 - March 27, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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