Building a high-performing workplace benefits the company, the team and the individual, but how do we effectively optimize the skills of each team member in an increasingly diverse and complex workplace? Whether you are looking for ways to reach your full potential at work or are leading a team to heightened performance, join us in learning from leaders in our alumni community about how to build a coaching culture and achieve your goals in the workplace.
Robert Ellis (he/him)
Senior manager, University of Calgary Athletics
Robert Ellis, BKin’06, is a seasoned business development executive with extensive experience in sports strategy across Canada and the U.S. Robert excels in sponsorship strategy and cross-functional team development, and his past roles at Nike Canada and Univar Canada highlight his expertise in sales, marketing and strategic planning. Along with his Bachelor of Kinesiology, Robert holds certifications in project management and digital marketing.
Chris Meaden (she/her)
Superintendent, Fusion Collegiate
Chris Meaden, MCE’01, has enjoyed a few “short” decades as a teacher and leader in elementary, middle and high schools, both in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Highlights of her career include work in gifted education, career development and educational partnerships. She is fortunate to have worked as a district leader in one of the largest and progressive school jurisdictions in Canada and is also a proud mom who is keen to help others further their skills through pathway learning, successful transitions and entrepreneurship.
Jenifer Snell (she/her)
Performance and career development coach
Jenifer Snell, BA’07, is a certified performance coach and executive business administration consultant with 16 years of corporate experience in governance, communications, learning and development and administration. As a coach, she specializes in life performance and career development, leadership development, and building positive organizational cultures. She is passionate about helping clients take charge of their lives and careers and helping organizations empower and develop their greatest asset: their people.
Laura Wan (she/her)
Senior marketing and communications specialist, University of Calgary
Laura Wan, BComm’14, leads strategic communications for Student Experience and Support (SES), including signature programming, social media and student content strategy. Outside of work, she enjoys making ceramics and hiking with her dog, Ollie.
Alumni programs are made possible through the generous support of UCalgary Alumni Association Partners TD Insurance and Manulife.