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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Designs one-on-one personalized programs for clients seeking lifestyle coaching; both physical and mental health goals

Ambassador and motivator of mental health, providing opportunities to clients to discuss topics outside of fitness

Works closely with the Royal Mental Health Foundation of Ottawa to organize information sessions about mental health; leads Bootcamp classes to fundraise for the Foundation

Continually researches and self-educates regarding training protocols and practices, new exercises, and movement of the human body and mental health Completes comprehensive fitness assessments to ensure proper guidance and safety of all members and conducts orientations and consultations Plans and executes comprehensive communication and engagement strategies Manages all social media platforms for Carleton University Alumni channels, including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn Strong marketplace knowledge; advisor for collaborative partnerships and relationships with industry experts and community ties Responsible for event marketing and planning broader outreach initiatives; researches relationship-building within the community and local businesses Plan and execute comprehensive social media and planned outreach Fundraises to aid students with financial burdens to attend school or manage financial difficulties; creates scholarships and bursaries Works with the University to create specialized programs and resources for students with mental health issues

Communications lead on primary annual events; events include Carleton University Homecoming, Convocation, Giving Tuesday, anniversary social campaigns Develop communication strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship Provides semi-private training; ensures proper physical performance of each client Executes fitness programs for members, suiting a range of wellness- and fitness- based objectives; including out-of-gym resources pertaining to personal life challenges and struggles

Provides analysis of programs and clients with feedback, and professional opinion Managed University award-winning crowdfunding website; trained champions on the backend of the website and maintains overall mechanics of the platform Responsible for photography and video recognition projects for top donors Responsible for the logistic and electronic media support for campaign activities, publicity, and events

Managed social media, websites and all digital platforms Provided logistical, planning, and communication support for critical/time- sensitive projects for comprehensive fundraising campaign Implemented FutureFunder 2.0; processed design, communications collateral, and donor stewardship

Redeveloped departments main website

Owner and Certified Personal Trainer at Preet Fitness January 2016 to Present

Engagement Strategy Advisor at Carleton University December 2017 to Present

Senior Certified Personal Trainer at Custom Strength April 2017 to September 2021

Electronic Media Assistant at Carleton University

January 2016 to December 2017

Campaign Communications Coordinator at Carleton University January 2014 to December 2015

VALUE PROPOSITION

Self-starting, solutions-oriented professional

seeking a challenging position in a professional

work environment where my education, volunteer

and work experience will have valuable

application. Seeks to drive transformational

change through experience, an analytical mind,

and quest for ongoing education.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts - Law and Sociology

Carleton University September 2007 - April

2011 High Honors

Masters in Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University September 2021 - Present

CERTIFICATIONS

Compelling Content and Digital Media

Communications Professional Certificate

Carleton University

Supervisory Development Certification

Carleton University

Mental Health Leadership Certificate

Program - Faculty of Health Sciences

Queen’s University

Mental Health First Aid Certificate

Mental Health First Aid Canada

CanFitPro Certified Personal Trainer

National Coaching Certification Program

Functional Range Conditioning Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Precision Exercise Nutrition Certification

Field Hockey Canada Umpiring Certification

AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS

Bronze Medal - Best Use of Social Media

Canadian Council for the Advancement of

Education (2018)

Silver Medal - Best Donor Relations Initiative

Canadian Council for the Advancement of

Education (2015)

Entrance Academic Scholarship

Carleton University 2007

Sports Scholarship; Raven Award

Carleton University 2007 to 2011

Rookie of the Year Award

Carleton University 2007

Four Bar Plaque Award; Alumni Award

Carleton University 2011

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Certified trainer and leader of charity

community bootcamp classes (focus on

mental health and physical well-being)

Annual Movember fundraiser and

community advocate (Men's Health and

Mental Health)

Mental Health Foundation Eye Clinic

volunteer for homeless in India

Racial Justice Working Group Committee

member at Carleton University

Healthy Workplace Committee at Carleton

University

Ottawa Food Drive volunteer

Alternative Spring Break advisor for

students looking to make a difference in in-

need communities

Shepherds of Good Hope volunteer

President of Carleton Indian Association

Fitness Trainer for U-16 Eastern Field

Hockey Club

Diabetes Association volunteer

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE...

Access to Information and Privacy Clerk at Citizenship and Immigration Canada October 2013 to January 2014

Welcome Centre Administrator; Interning of Marketing Department in Athletics and Sports Camp Counselor at Carleton University, Department of Recreations & Athletics September 2010 to December 2016

Clerical Assistant to Former Senator Don Meredith at Parliament of Canada January 2013 to June 2013

Clerical Assistant to Honorable Senator Donald Oliver at Parliament of Canada January 2012 to January 2013

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strong knowledge of fitness and wellness

Cultural awareness and sensitivity

Dedication to providing unconditional

positive regard

Ability to de-escalate stressful situations

Meets the diverse needs of clients served

Strong leadership skills

Passionate about community activism and

gender equality

Exceptional communication skills; proven

advanced presentation skills

Communications, administrative,

fundraising, event planning expertise

Collaborates effectively across

departments, staff, and administration

Develops professional relationships

TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCIES

Professional expert using Facebook,

Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn platforms

The FutureFunder (award-winning

crowdfunding platform)

Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign

Banner, WordPress MS Office

Google Analytics, Hootsuite

FOSS, GCMS, AccessPro, CAIPS

Photography and video visualization

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Demystifying the stigma on mental health issues in the South Asian Community and uniting with other marginalized communities to continue the conversation Creating an accessible digital platform to have professionals share their expertise and knowledge with members of the community

Through campaigns and events, raise funds in support of Royal Ottawa Foundation Front line service, answering calls and promoting health and wellness for individuals and families in the Sikh community by providing access to resources and increasing community awareness and activism

Connecting with Sikh youth who are seeking academic and professional guidance Volunteering at workshops, on panels, and networking events Worked with former Redblacks CFL Quarterback, Henry Burris, at his annual event helping at-risk children and youth across the City of Ottawa Volunteered to play sports with youth, keep them out of the streets and be a role model they can look up to and seek guidance in their everyday lives Planned and worked with Ottawa Police Service to organize educational sessions on domestic violence in our community

Donated and created care packages for survivors of domestic violence Organized volunteers to package bags and deliver them to the shelters Found donors to make in-kind donations

Assist with national and community outreach through philanthropy and programming for the Sikh community and allies

Develop innovative digital strategy for communications and fundraising purposes Organized volunteers to help with collection of snowsuits for children under the age of 15; raised funds for the purchase and distribution of new snowsuits With support of volunteers, together we raised over $15,000 towards the Breast Cancer Society of Canada

Develop innovative digital strategy for communications and fundraising purposes LOTUS Movement, Board Member, February 2019 to Present Sikh Family Helpline, Support Caller, September 2017 to Present Sikh Mentorship Program, Mentor, September 2017 to Present Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa, Outreach Volunteer, June 2017 to Present One Billion Rising, Committee Member, January 2017 to Present World Sikh Organization, Committee Member, September 2016 to Present

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The Snowsuit Fund of Ottawa, Volunteer Organizer, August 2009 - January 2013 LANGUAGES Carleton Indian Student Association, President, September 2008 - September 2011 Fluent in English, Punjabi and Hindi

Intermediate in French

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