I'm a confident, organized self-starter with proven expertise spanning corporate tech environments, hospitality, and the health and wellness space. I develop high-value cross-functional relationships and thrive in fast-paced, complex settings. My growing passion lies in digital media and creatively driven work. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible concepts and delivering polished results that balance both strategy and aesthetics. I am a versatile communicator who adapts quickly to changing priorities, manages multiple projects, and focuses on delivering high-quality work while keeping teams energized and engaged.

Bretton Newman

I'm a confident, organized self-starter with proven expertise spanning corporate tech environments, hospitality, and the health and wellness space. I develop high-value cross-functional relationships and thrive in fast-paced, complex settings. My growing passion lies in digital media and creatively driven work. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible concepts and delivering polished results that balance both strategy and aesthetics. I am a versatile communicator who adapts quickly to changing priorities, manages multiple projects, and focuses on delivering high-quality work while keeping teams energized and engaged.

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I’m a confident, organized self-starter with proven expertise spanning corporate tech environments, hospitality, and the health and wellness space. I develop high-value cross-functional relationships and thrive in fast-paced, complex settings. My growing passion lies in digital media and creatively driven work. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible concepts and delivering polished results that balance both strategy and aesthetics.

I am a versatile communicator who adapts quickly to changing priorities, manages multiple projects, and focuses on delivering high-quality work while keeping teams energized and engaged.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Finance Communications Specialist and Executive Assistant to the CFO at Nestlé Canada
August 1, 2022 - Present
Plan, execute, and analyze success metrics for internal events (forums, galas, live streams, management meetings). Manage administrative leadership within Finance & Control, improving processes and eliminating pain points. Write copy for monthly newsletters, internal memos, meeting scripts, and agendas. Provide calendar management, external relations support, travel details, and expense management for the CFO and VP of Finance. Maintain budgets with multiple moving parts and build tools to support budgeting decisions.
Creative Assistant at Wealthsimple
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026
Autonomously coordinated complex travel schedules and calendars to optimize time according to shifting priorities. Provided constructive feedback on drafts of multinational multimedia campaigns (digital assets, in-person stunts, partnerships). Actively managed Slack channels, coordinated team meetings and in-person events, and celebrated milestones to boost employee satisfaction and retention.
Event Marketing Coordinator, Freelance at Flying Camel Advertising, Design, and Public Relations
February 1, 2022 - Present
Successfully managed the execution of multiple trade shows and events by coordinating logistics, stakeholder expectations, and attendee experience (including KBIS and IBS). Collaborated cross-functionally to manage social media strategy, posting schedules, copywriting, and content decisions. Led event teams of contractors, hosts, and celebrity guests, ensuring smooth execution of presentations and demonstrations. Used data analytics and feedback to evaluate activation success and implement strategic changes for future events.
Team Lead, Freelance at Fuse Create
July 1, 2021 - May 31, 2024
Led a roster of brand ambassadors, professionally handling conflicts while engaging with crowds and the public in a friendly, welcoming manner. Evaluated present circumstances and applied conflict resolution under pressure.

Education

Nutrition Management at George Brown College (George Brown School of Culinary Arts)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Project Management for Non-Profit Managers Certificate at Facilities First
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Qualifications

Certified Group Fitness Instructor
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Project Management for Non-Profit Managers Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Other