Work Experience

Education

Candace Conrad

902-***-**** ada1la@r.postjobfree.com

Graduate Certificate in Sport

Business Management

Algonquin College

Current

Bachelor of Business

Administration

Acadia University, Wolfville

NS

2013-2017

Community Engagement Intern

Branding and Business Development Ottawa Sport Entertainment Group September 2019 – current

• Assisted in social media & digital media marketing for the CFL Redblacks, The Ottawa 67’s & TD Place, & covered live events on social media

• Used a variety of software for marketing & content management

• Built targeted marketing emails within Adobe Campaign, & created blog posts

• Helped in execution of community events, other duties & tasks as requested Server

Your Fathers Moustache Halifax, NS May 2019 – August 2019

• Provided suggestions & knowledge on all 30+ craft beer taps, wine & cocktails

• Assisted customers in order selection, recommended specific menu items, & ensured prompt, accurate service

• Promoted teamwork while providing exceptional service & guest dining experience Influencer Marketer

The Synergy Effect Fall River, NS January 2018 – February 2019

• Identified, built & maintained relationships with key influencers, oversaw all aspects of an influencer marketing campaign

• 30+ cold leads/day, managed 100+ ongoing contracts, over 1B+ in reach & 3500+ posts

• Worked efficiently on salesforce to track & manage all collaborations Bartender & Server

The Axe Lounge, Acadia University September 2015 - December 2017

• Managed opening & closing tasks as head bartender & manager on duty

• Trained new wait staff & bartenders

• Operated efficiently on Aloha POS system

Bartender, Server & Key Holder

British Bulldog Gastropub, Cole Harbour May- August, 2016 & 2017

• Opened & closed the restaurant, including paperwork, closing out financials, filling & emptying the ATM & VLTs

• Built personal relationships & gave personal attention to all VLT patrons while providing fast friendly, professional service to all bar patrons & beverage servers Research Assistant – Coordinator & Knowledge Mobilization F.C. Manning Business School, Acadia University September 2017- December 2017

• Assisted the Rath Professorship in Entrepreneurship in rolling out & operating a pilot “live in entrepreneurship residence” on campus

• Assisted in fostering, facilitating & coordinating entrepreneurial weekly meet ups

• Managed concerns, troubleshot residence problems, coordinated travel plans & itineraries

• Developed a social media strategy & content plan for the Rath Professorship & established a WordPress site

Teaching Assistant – Intro to Business / Social Entrepreneurship F.C. Manning Business School, Acadia University September 2015 - December 2017

• Held office hours weekly to meet with student needing extra help with assignments

• Supported the professor by grading midterms & assignments

• Planned, organize & executed the Annual Shaw Business Case Competition C C

Skills

Sales & Marketing

Coordinating & Scheduling

Content Management

Content Creation

Articles, Graphics, Stories

Customer Relationship

Management - Salesforce

POS System

Adobe Campaign

Adobe Creative Suites

Photoshop

Canva

Expertise

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Teamwork

Time

Volunteer Experience

Candace Conrad

Middleton

50/50 Seller, OSEG Foundation

TD Place at Lansdowne October 2019 – current

Influencer Enactus Acadia, Member

Acadia University, Wolfville, NS September 2017 – December 2017

• Participated & assisted in implementation of community empowerment projects & business ventures in community

Get REAL Acadia, Co-coordinator

Acadia University, Wolfville, NS September 2015- December 2017

• Get REAL is a student-driven non-profit, that seeks to eliminate LGBT discrimination & bullying, while promoting inclusivity for everyone

• Prospected schools & events to partner with, organized fundraisers, & coordinated school visits & volunteers

• Attended High Schools in surrounding area to speak to students face-to-face about creating positive change & eliminating LGBT discrimination & bullying

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Communications Representative, Acadia Players Association Acadia University, Wolfville, NS September 2016- May 2017

• Executive team members met frequently to run the organization; was responsible for the communications plan, including all social media & email marketing

• Coordinated marketing, designed ads & signs, organized & planned all APA events S.M.I.L.E (Sensory Motor Instructional Leadership Experience) Acadia University, Wolfville, NS September 2014- April 2015

• The S.M.I.L.E program provides an environment of play & fun that fosters fundamental motor development in children & youth with varying ability levels

• Met weekly with a buddy & helped provide a fun environment to learn & play C C

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Active Citizen – Social Enterprise

Training -- United Nations

Association in Canada

Serve Right

Smart Serve

Active Start Coach

Trailblazer - Salesforce

Certifications

& Training Acadia Varsity Women’s University Soccer Team August 2013-December 2017

• Co-Captain 3rd,4th & 5th year

• Ran yearly fundraising campaigns for team

• Balancing practices, workouts, & games with school work, part-time work & classes

• AUS Second Team All Star 2016

Academic All Canadian, U-Sport

Acadia University

• Honour’s 2015, 2016 & 2017

Female Sport as a Business: Contributing Factors of Failure Published in Sobeys School of Business Workplace Review October 2018 Refereed Conference Presentations

Conrad, C. (2017). “Women in Sport: The Business Perspective”. Presentation at the Atlantic Schools of Business Conference, Halifax, October 1st, 2017. Achievements & Awards

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