Type Of Business:
Event services company
Marketing Area:
York Region, ON, Canada
Expertise:
Organizing; Multitasking; Planning
Major Product/SVS:
Event-planning services
Favorite Business Publication:
SUCCESS Magazine
Hobbies/Sports:
Cross-stitching; Reading
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Corporate Social Responsibility, University of Toronto; Coursework in Event Management, Ryerson University
Affiliations Awards:
Chamber of Commerce, Newmarket, ON, Canada; Professional Organizers in Canada; Canadian Society for Special Event Planners
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career were winning the W.S. Edgerly Award for her community service work and being one of the first people in Canada to receive her certificate in corporate social responsibility.
Charity:
Volunteer, Southlake Regional Health Centre; Board Member, At-Large Chapter, National Concierge Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, dedication, integrity and honesty.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she loved planning events, weddings and parties, organizing offices, homes and rooms, and doing her part in the community.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Planning events; Organizing offices and homes; Fulfilling clients' daily needs, including house sitting, project management, shopping, errands, bill payment, mail pickup, trip arrangements, and anything else on their day-to-day agenda
Education Certifications:
Pursuing Personal Concierge Certification, National Concierge Association; Certified Professional Event Planner; Certified Wedding Coordinator; Certification in Corporate Social Responsibility
Awards/Honors:
William S. Edgerly Community Service Award
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Russell plans to continue expanding her business and give back to her community.