Various publications and organizations

Preparing articles for print from the research and interview stages to polishing final copy. 

Not only do I get to do what I love– write– but through my heavily ag-focused work I also get to get to meet the amazing people all over the world who help put food on our tables, oh, and beer in our fridges!

I also provide freelance writing and communications services for other industries such as business, real estate, and academia. I love to research, hear what people are thinking and doing, and I'm committed to continuous learning. Basically, if you give me an assignment, I'll figure it out and turn it into a story, regardless of the subject.

Freelance Writer

PayShepherd

Supporting the PayShepherd team and their SaaS to help manufacturing, mining, and other heavy industrial sites manage vendor relationships, save millions annually, and continuously improve process efficiency.

We believe vendor relationships are the core of industrial success. Yet for too long, poor vendor management has left people comfortably uncomfortable, risk is off the charts and performance is not rewarded. An ancient, paper-heavy process is to blame.

As a result, hundreds of billions of $$$ per year is wasted and countless relationships ruined forever. PayShepherd’s vendor relationship management (VRM) solution is revolutionizing the path forward.

PayShepherd has built a unique technology that monitors vendor spend, contract compliance, and work performance daily. Establish a foundation of accountability, alignment and common language that leaves risk, surprise and uncertainty where they belong–in the past. 

Build excellence with exceptional relationships at your industrial worksite today with PayShepherd (https://www.payshepherd.com/demo).

Senior Content Marketer

Calgary Real Estate Board

Working with CREB®, I enjoyed being part of a not-for-profit organization and working on their awesome communications team. Some of my key responsibilities were to:
•	Update news and events on both the public and member websites
•	Research and write posts for CREB®Talk, CREB®'s REALTOR® blog
•	Research topics and draft pieces for member bulletins, surveys and emails
•	Apply constant attention to detail, ensuring that communication through various channels met       standards of consistency, formatting and branding policies
•	Support the communications team and other departments in their efforts to best support CREB® members in their day-to-day business and interests
•	Carry out internal communications needs as requested

Communications Assistant

AGORA Undergrad Journal at Red Deer College

Working for three consecutive years on this annual academic journal gave me the opportunity to learn and practice valuable skills in the editing and publishing processes, such as:
•	Editing copy for grammar and clarity 
•	Formatting in preparation for publication
•	Fact checking and maintaining positive communication with authors and senior editor
•	Proofreading

Copy Editing Apprentice

Ever since I can remember, I've been obsessed with writing and passionate about hearing and sharing people's stories.

For over 10 years, my work's been heavily focused on Canadian agriculture and business, and I've loved every minute of it.

Right now, I'm especially excited by the tech wave swelling across Alberta. The talent and heart that's powering amazing AI and IA solutions that help make people's days better and businesses more profitable for the future, is a movement I'm diving into in my research and writing. It's a fantastic story to help tell.

In my free time, I'm passionate about food – cooking and eating it. I'm also a devoted CFL fan. Stampeders in 2024!!!

Natalie Noble

VP, Strategic Account Solutions

First hire by the founders to build the GTM team (marketing, business development and sales). Built and led the GTM team as VP Growth through two funding rounds, 30x revenue growth and the addition of 45 team members. Then after 3 years, took on a pipe to become an individual contributor for major accounts as the company / team continued to expand.

Why PayShepherd?

Vendor relationships are the core of industrial success. Yet for too long, poor vendor management has left people comfortably uncomfortable, risk is off the charts and performance is not rewarded. An ancient, paper-heavy process is to blame. As a result, hundreds of billions of $$$ per year is wasted and countless relationships ruined forever. PayShepherd’s vendor relationship management (VRM) solution is revolutionizing the path forward.
Use PayShepherd to monitor vendor spend, contract compliance, and work performance daily. Establish a foundation of accountability, alignment, and common language that leaves risk, surprise, and uncertainty where they belong–in the past. Build excellence with exceptional relationships at your industrial worksite today with PayShepherd.

VP Growth

MindBridge

First sales person hired. I was consistently the top performing sales person who closed over 120 clients and exceeded $900k quota each year. 

Why MindBridge?

MindBridge Ai developed the world's first artificial intelligence auditor, The Ai Auditor(TM). CPA firms and internal audit departments of large corporations, rely on the Ai Auditor to increase assurance and audit efficiency and minimize the chance of material misstatement whether caused by either error or fraud.

Senior Account Executive

SuraiTea

A tea retail business founded with the mission to use the power of the markets to create positive social change for refugees.

Experience: Leadership, Management, Business Development, Business Case & Model Development, Sales, Marketing, Financial Modeling (Seed Money, Value For Money, Cashflow, Borrowing), Web Development, Pitching for Venture Capital, Supply Chain & Operations Management, Human Resources, Product Development, Channel Development, Training, Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Service, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Small Business IT

Founder, CEO

The Better Software Company

Check out: www.thebettersoftwarecompany.com

Experience: Leading a team that brings new business in the door. Researching and developing relationships with franchisors and franchisees to help them do business better by introducing them to the BPro Franchise Operations Platform by The Better Software Company.

Business Development Manager

Windmill Development Group

Zibi Redevelopment Project

Brownfield Real Estate Development: 40+ buildings (retail, commercial, residential)

Experience: Consulting, Sustainability, Strategic Planning, LEED v4, Architectural Design, Engineering, Project Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Renewable Power, Environmental Management, Permitting, Contract Development

Project Engineer, Sustainability

Regional Power Inc.

Upper White River Hydroelectric Project & Lower White River Hydroelectric Project

Greenfield Independent Hydropower Development: 20MW (combined)

Experience: Capital Project Development, Engineering Management, Leadership, Project Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Project Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management, Project Finance, Estimating, Consulting, Contracting, Supervision of Contractors, Stakeholder Engagement, Permitting, Negotiation, QAQC Auditing

Project Engineer

Long Lake Hydroelectric Project

Greenfield Independent Hydropower Development: 34MW

Experience: Capital Project Development, Engineering Management, Leadership, Project Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Project Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management, Project Finance, Estimating, Consulting, Contracting, Supervision of Contractors, Stakeholder Engagement, Permitting, Negotiation, QAQC Auditing, Claims Resolution

Project Engineer, Engineering & Maintenance Manager

Upper Bear Hydroelectric Project & Lower Bear Hydroelectric Project

Greenfield Independent Hydropower Development: 21.5MW (combined)

Experience: Capital Project Development, Engineering Management, Leadership, Project Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Project Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management, Project Finance, Estimating, Consulting, Contracting, Supervision of Contractors, Stakeholder Engagement, Permitting, Negotiation, QAQC Auditing, Claims Resolution

Experience: Capital Project Development, Procurement, Design, Project Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management, Project Finance, Estimating, Coordination of Consultants

Engineer In Training

1) A very versatile player and coach;
2) A passionate entrepreneur / specialist in early stage companies;
3) I love the struggle and am happiest when building;
4) I can attract, build and inspire a great team; and,
5) Change is my comfort zone.

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