​One of the best feelings in the world is the feeling of accomplishment when you have successfully created an amazing, lifelong memory for someone. It has been the number one driving force for the last 14 years of my career and the feeling I chase relentlessly.

After achieving my degree in Sales & Marketing in late 2007 in small-town Manitoba, I packed everything I owned into my Ford Focus and headed out on my own. My goal- Vancouver. I was going to hit that city with everything I had, and they didn’t know what was coming for them. I had a mission to dominate the marketing scene and nothing could stop me. I was gassed up, packed up, and off I went.

Whilst I never settled in Vancouver, I did make it to Victoria, a huge win in my books.

Life had a different plan for me though, and I spent 7 years building my knowledge of the hospitality industry in the interior. I started as an EA at a small RV resort, transitioned to the front desk at a golf resort, then progressed to managing the Sales & Events department for a full season resort. Whilst the roles, clientele, and service price-points ranged, the commonality was providing a memorable experience and building long-term client relationships.

My most recent success was my position as Conference Services Manager at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel here in Victoria for the last 6 years.  This position gave me so much more insight and knowledge into the world of events, from grand and extravagant, to understated and intimate, and everything in between.  As a result, I regularly dream about floor plans, setting up wireless microphones, and pinning corsages. All of which I could confidently do in my sleep!