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Where Do I Come From?
Great Wall of China?
Nope! Just in Beijing for a study tour with my school.
•I participated in a Business in China Study Tour
•I am a recent graduate with a Bachelor of Commerce from University of Alberta
•I majored in Finance with special interest in Strategic Management
Where Do I Come From?Am I from the Philippines?
Wrong again… This is where I volunteer!
•2008 I spent three weeks volunteering with Streetlight and helping Street children.
•2009 Fulfilled a three month internship in Tacloban with Streetlight and The Canadian International Development Agency where I became a Project Manager and Managerial Consultant.
Where Do I Come From?
Perhaps the Salty Beaches of New Zealand?
Nay… was only home for a short time.
•2008 Attended the University of Canterbury in an exchange program for one semester.
•Major focuses of studies was Leadership and creating meaning outside of profit in the workplace.
Where Do I Come From?Enough of the guessing game?
I am a Canadian citizen! Living in beautiful Alberta.
So Who Am I?
Contrary to the get-up… I am not a Cowboy.
•But I have always been that person who is ready to get dirty to make sure the job gets done.
•I have the charisma to fit into any crowd; even if it’s a tough bunch of bull riders.
I am a true believer in challenging your comfort zones!
So Who Am I?
I am a killer skier!
•Created my own business called Gongsnow. I organize 200 person ski weekends.
•Hired as a Tour Guide for Backside Tours as a part time job while in school.
Since I was a teenager I have always been a entrepreneur at heart!
So Who Am I?
“People Before Profits”
I believe that there is more to life than paying bills.
•I went homeless for five days with four other students to raise money for those in need.
•I am one of the founders of Streetlight Canada, an organization that advocates for street children in the Philippines
The Hard Facts • I have an ability to think outside
of the box.• My background in finance gives
me the mindset of cost/benefit to stay realistic.
• I have an in-depth education and a plethora of life experiences when it comes to Strategic Management and Operations.
• I believe there is more to life than making money.
• I try to be a leader in everything I do!
In My Opinion….
• Organic Organizational structures offer great open communication and feedback.
• It is essential to allow staff the opportunity to pursue personal interests during the work week, whether it be DJ lessons or an accounting certification.
• Would love to pursue a project of creating a work environment with no job titles and only self appointed roles and salaries.
Got Room at your Camp?
• For a second interview or a resumer contact me at [email protected]
• I am still volunteering in the Philippines but can make myself readily available to skype at anytime of the day.Skype Username: Jmelford1
• Thank you for your time!