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Canadian nonprofit leader developing the vision, relationships, and systems,  that help mission-driven organizations to thrive

About

About Me.

At every stage of my career, from youth advocacy, to leading multi-million-dollar community development programs, I have been the person who builds bridges - bringing together diverse groups, connecting ideas and experience, and inspiring teams to lead transformational change.  I am now based in Canada, bringing that experience home.

STRATEGY & GOVERNANCE

Building trusted relationships with government, boards, funders, and community stakeholders to support the design, start-up, & execution of complex programs with budgets up to $50M - establishing systems for risk management, accountability and growth.

PARTNERSHIP BUILDING

Secured $100M in cumulative funding; advised five institutional donors on new investments; and partnered with communities in 4 countries to advance health and social services.

PEOPLE &
CULTURE

Providing transformational leadership to build engaged and inspired teams; achieved a 91% and reduced turnover from 60% to 55% in one year.

Publications

Michelle has developed numerous publications to help teams improve performance, tell the story of their impact, and
advance thought leadership. 

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