Professional Development and Research Center (PDRC)Feb 2013 – Present

Kathmandu, Nepal

The PDRC is a non-profit that works to gain access to higher education for the youth of the Dalit or Untouchable Caste and other marginalized people in Nepal. Until the 1960s education and property ownership was illegal for Dalits. Today, although permitted to attend school, higher education is economically beyond the means of most Dalit.  The PDRC creates opportunities for Dalit youth to attend post-secondary education and advocates for Dalit rights with the belief that educated Dalit will be better positioned to influence government policy and create a country free from caste based discrimination. PDRC also conducts research on the Dalit community.

Capacity Building Advisor

Appointed to develop the systems and processes of the organization, assist in building sustainability and resource mobilization strategies and to instill professionalism into the organization.

oDesigned and implemented 300 point capacity assessment to identify priority areas for improvement.

oCreate a “Survive then Thrive” plan to guide through restructuring.

oWrote and implemented HR strategy and accompanying processes.

oCreated Knowledge management system.

oCreated strategic planning process, currently implementing.

oDeveloped resource mobilization strategy process to be implemented at conclusion of strategic plan to insure alignment.

oInitiated rebranding processes to increase the professional image of the organization.

oTraining staff and implementing new project management tools and techniques.

oCapacity building staff through weekly trainings and daily one-on-one coaching sessions.

oBuilding cooperative relationships and external networks with international organizations and local NGOs through meetings, sharing and supporting.

oBuilding external networks with private sector with an aim to develop a strong public-private partnership.

Ngamiland Council for Non-Governmental Organizations (NCONGO)                    2009 – Nov 2012

Maun, Botswana

NCONGO is an umbrella organization of NGOs operating in HIV/AIDs services in the northern province of Botswana, Ngamiland. It has a mandate to coordinate all HIV/Aids service activities within the area, build the capacity of the member NGOs and to advocate on behalf of the region to the Government of Botswana and the international community. Ngamiland has the highest prevalence of HIV in the world.

Capacity Building Advisor

Appointed to lead the growth and development of this start-up organization with one part-time employee and to develop strategies, systems and processes to grow membership, increase impact and become sustainable.

oBuilt organization from the ground up, including policy design and implementation.

oIncreased membership from six members to fifty six in an eighteen month period by providing exceptional membership services, creating networking forums and establishing an atmosphere of trust and collaboration.

oUtilized conflict resolution skills to resolve disputes between both individuals and organizations involved in projects and HIV/AIDS initiatives.

oWrote five successful funding proposals for small and medium sized projects.

oSpearheaded with a national team a project which won USAID approval for 20 million USD with NCONGO being named as a core partner.

oOrganization sighted as a “Best Practice in NGO Network Management” and chosen to be model for Southern Africa.

oDeveloped marketing campaigns that promoted the organization and increased visibility of HIV/AIDS services in Botswana.

oCreated cohesion amongst the Civil Society in Botswana by increasing understanding and knowledge through formalized networking forums, social media engagement and creating opportunities for leaders to collectively participate in government policy recommendations.

oAdvocated to government and international community regarding issues surrounding HIV/AIDS

oDesigned and implemented capacity assessments and capacity building plans to over 50 regional organizations

oWork with the Government of Botswana and civil society to ensure reciprocal support in HIV/AIDS services and advise on policy issues.

oHired and trained entire contingent of staff.

oDeveloped and implemented sustainability plan to ensure organizations long-term survival.

oTransitioned to organizational coach as new local Executive Director prepared to lead organization into the future.

BBG Corporate Training                     2008- Present

London, Ontario

BBG Corporate Training is a leadership and soft skills training company that designs and facilitates experiential corporate games and exercises which reflect workplace situations and teach practical skills. These experiences are then used as the basis for learning and applying new workplace skills such as communication, leadership, conflict resolution, project management and marketing.

Owner and Lead Creative

Responsible for all aspects of the business including financial management, staffing, spearheading game development and overseeing the team to design and implement world class training events.

oAcquired large client base enabling profitability within first six months of operation.

oConducted in depth needs analysis in order to develop a prescriptive, unique solution for each client.

oCreated and designed experiential events and teaching modules that were overwhelmingly well received by clients.

oPresented and facilitated events that.

oSet and oversaw project budgets and consistently met or came in under budget.

oCoordination and management of staff and facilitation team.

oDeveloped strategic marketing plan that led to high visibility and brand recognition.

oMonitored and evaluated positive behavioural changes as a result of the training.

oCreated licensing and facilitation manuals.

Motivational Coach Seminars (MCS)           1997-2008

London, Ontario

Founded in 1997 this corporate training company delivered seminars, experiential events, coaching and keynote presentations to companies across North America. Each seminar was researched by the team at Motivational Coach Seminars and authored and presented by Blair Henry. Known for high energy and engaging talks that were chock full of techniques to increase productivity and effectiveness, Motivational Coach Seminars worked with over 120 companies and in excess of 100,000 have attended events.

In addition to training seminars, Motivational Coach Seminars developed the MCS Executive Coaching and Mentoring Program (ECMP). This popular program worked exclusively with high level executives and CEOs of top North American corporations and saw some of the most influential business leaders as clients. The ECMP focused on strategy, implementation, personal communication, conflict resolution and leadership.

Owner/Grand Poobah

The Owner of MCS has overall responsibility for the financial wellness, success and all projects undertaken by the organization. As the lead facilitator of the organization the Grand Poobah is the public face and lead speaker and trainer and chief coach for executive coaching clients.

oResearched and designed 17 full or multi-day seminars addressing personal productivity and effectiveness.

o Delivered corporate training workshops, seminars and keynote addresses to Fortune 500 companies as well as small business and at events open to the public boasting a 100% rebook rate with corporate clients.

oDeveloped the delivered executive coaching for corporate executives with majority of clients extending coaching contract beyond initial year.

oCoordinated and managed staff and facilitation team with progressive staffing initiatives such as flex time and supported work with charities

oWorked with outside professionals to develop strategic marketing plan that resulted in securing international customer base

oOversaw sales team.

oResponsible for financial oversight and budget preparation and maintained financial health of organization for the duration.

oMonitor and evaluate behavioral changes as a result of the training.

oConduct corporate mission, vision and values audit and implement training to facilitate unity among staff of contracting companies.

oProgressed from regional keynote speaker to international speaker.

oDeveloped and created profitable online revenue streams

oDeveloped, marketed and presented seminars which include:

♣Successful Project Management, Managing Multiple Projects, Time Management for the Real World, Workplace Communication Skills, Ground Rules for Success, Effective Performance Appraisals, Creating Buzz for your Business, Building a Positive Work Environment, Effective Marketing on a $0 Budget, Team Communication Dynamics, Coaching and Skills Transfer – Train the Trainer, Powerful Presentation Skills, Small Business Strategy Workshop, Managing and Leading a Team, Bicycle Factory – Management and Communications Experiential Game , Staying Motivated in a Challenging Workplace, Company Playday – Teambuilding Extravaganza

International Family Fitness        1994-1997

Hamilton Ontario

International Family Fitness was a chain of family gyms with over thirty thousand members at six locations.

Corporate Marketing & Sales Systems

oDesigned and implemented marketing and sales systems for 5 locations

Director of Group Fitness Programming for the 5 area Family Fitness

oDevelop programming and schedule for the 5 facilities

oManage all group fitness staff for the 5 facilities (100 employees)

oOrganize high profile professional development conferences and workshops for fitness professionals utilizing international presenters

oDevelop and organize ongoing professional development workshops 

oOn Air Fitness Consultant CHCH TV Noon News and CHML Radio

oPresenter at fitness and choreography workshops at provincial and national conventions.

oNike Canada sponsored Fitness Pro from 1994-1998

Boyle Midway Canada        1986-1992

Toronto, Ontario

Boyle Midway was an international household consumer product company.

Key Account Sales Manager

oManaged Key Accounts: Loeb, National Grocers

oIncreased sales in region by 22% to $1.3 Million

oWon Highest Sales Increase Award in 1988

Marketing Brand Manager

oCreate yearly marketing strategies for Pam, Easy Off, Sani-Flush and Wizard Brands

oIncreased sales of Sani-Flush by 12% while reducing marketing budget by 10%

oProject lead on “Ozone Friendly- No CFCs” Marketing campaign that was adopted industry wide as a response to decreasing sales due to the false perception that CFCs were in all aerosol products.