Expertise:
Competence-based management; Performance-based management
Major Product/SVS:
Human resources consulting
Hobbies/Sports:
Skiing; Biking; Running; Hiking in the mountains; Dancing; Attending the opera
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Communication Studies, Carleton University (2011); Master of Public Administration in Public Policy, Queen's University (1997); Master of Arts in English Literature, Queen's University (1992)
Charity:
American Red Cross; Amnesty International; World Vision Inc.
Number Of Years In Profession:
28
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her tenacity and hard work.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her desire to establish her own company.
Extended Bio Profile:
Previously, Dr. Quinlan-Gagnon has worked in Brazil, Mexico, Australia and France. Additionally, she taught at the University of Manitoba in Germany.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Advising; Analyzing business trends; Hiring subcontractors; Accounting; Performing administrative duties; Specifying software; Planning strategies; Implementing change management; Working on client applications; Traveling to satellite sites; Marketing; Bidding on proposals; Maintaining websites
Education Certifications:
Certified MBTI Facilitator, Psychometrics Canada Ltd; Certification, Oracle University; Certification in PeopleSoft 8.9
Awards/Honors:
Nominee, Michelle Comeau Award for Leadership in Human Resources (2006, 2007, 2008); Instant Award, AAFC (2006, 2007, 2008); Listee, Five Stars of HR in Canada (2006); Featured in Agriculture Magazine (2006); Award of Excellence, Personnel Renewal Council (1997); Chief of Defence Staff Renewal Award for Competency Development and Implementation in the Department of National Defence, Ottawa, ON, Canada (1997)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Quinlan-Gagnon intends to experience professional growth.