Manager University

LEIGH ROSE MACKENZIE

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Winnipeg, Manitoba R3M 3J7 ****************@*****.***

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong research and writing skills with the ability to effectively communicate through various mediums

including social media

• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office Programs, Factiva and Vocus Public Relations

• Motivated and innovative team player with proven ability to excel in fast-paced environments

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Double Major in Political Science and Global Development

Huron University College at University of Western Ontario (Western), London, ON

• Graduation Date: June 2013

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Social Media Officer- Intern at the Embassy of Canada in Washington, D.C. 2013

Determined issues of importance for senior level officials in terms of press coverage, and briefed

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management orally and in writing leading to enhanced responsibilities in media analysis

Represented the Embassy of Canada at press engagements, embassy activities during senior level visits,

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and reported on key outputs of those engagements so appropriate policy actions could be taken

Spearheaded an internal communications tool for the Consulate Generals in Canada across the United

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States that shared information to ensure consistency in the Government of Canada’s communication

approach in North America

Head of Learn to Sail Programming- Zig Zag Yacht Club, Clear Water Bay, ON 2012 - 2013

Managed and coordinated 9 sailing instructors, ultimately being responsible for the learning and safety

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of over 100 students on and off the water

Successfully met performance goals for all internal and external stakeholders through developing

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effective working relationships, maintaining a customer-service focus and utilizing issue management

skills when necessary

Organized the training and implementation of the CANSail programming in 2013 as dictated by the

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Canadian Yachting Association

RELEVANT SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

President of Canada World Youth Student Network at Western University 2012 - 2013

Simultaneously oversaw the transition of the Rights and Democracy Student Network into the Canada

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World Youth Student Network while spreading the student network from Huron University College to

the greater Western University Campus

Coordinated a committed group of 41 individuals to recruit students to the programs offered by Canada

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World Youth

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Winnipeg, Manitoba R3M 3J7 ****************@*****.***

Utilized social media tools to generate awareness of events and campaigns related to Canada World

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Youth

President of Rights and Democracy Student Network at Huron University College 2011 - 2012

Increased awareness of human rights and democratic development among students and faculty members

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through the planning and executing of 10 events throughout the year

Grew the network’s membership from 5 members to 26

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Represented Huron University College at conferences held by Rights and Democracy across Canada

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OTHER ACTIVITIES AND RECOGNITIONS

Huron University College Charity Fashion Show 2013

Assisted in the organization and execution of the March 2013 fashion show

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Advertised and promoted the event through various social media tools

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Raised funds for The Jack Project in order to spread awareness about mental health specifically within

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youth, in hopes of reducing youth suicide and increasing the wellbeing of Canada’s young people

2012 Huron University College Profiles 2012

Selected by the Registrar’s Office at Huron University College as a student who best represents Huron

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Participated in interviews and photo ops for Huron publications

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Acted as an ambassador for Huron at open house events

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REFERENCES

Christine Constantin Garry Smith

Counsellor (Media Relations) and Spokesperson General Manager

Embassy of Canada- Washington, D.C. Syntex, A Division of ITW Canada- Winnipeg, MB.

Email: *********.**********@*************.**.** Email: ******@*********.***

Phone: 202-***-**** Phone: 204-***-****

Jim Ferguson Polly Craik

Partner President and CEO

Aikins, MacAulay &Thorvaldson LLP- Winnipeg, MB. FineLine Solutions- Winnipeg, MB.

Email: ***@******.*** Email: ******@*****************.***

Phone: 204-***-**** Phone: 204-***-****

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