Carolyn Laba

Carolyn Laba Creating community and affinity. WORDS - Avenue Maple Ridge, BC V2X 4N-- SKILLS Much like The Rolling Stones without Mick, I would be lost without the written language; crafting the perfect sentence gives me no greater satisfaction. Proofreading & editing like a Freelance ​— W ​ riter Writing for varying audiences August 2017 - Present Wordpress I take your ideas and make them sing through the written word. My favourite types of writing focus on health and wellness; However, I have written for a variety of businesses, including a life coach, literary subscription box, and a children’s clothing company. I also have extensive knowledge and experience writing about independent school education and community building. Moms Who Know — ​ ​Blogger, Community Director 2013 - 2014 I created a thriving online and in-person community called Moms Who Know. MWK was dedicated to connecting local families with health, entertainment, and social resources. Organising small events benefiting local businesses and parents was a strong focus. Acuren​ — ​Word Processor September 2006 - June 2007 I edited, formatted, and prepared technical documents and reports up to 100 pages for four Engineers and their technicians. I had to learn and understand highly technical terms, ensure reporting accuracy, and format photos in Photoshop. WORK Everyone has something in common. Through truly listening to people and understanding their motivations, I am able to bring people and ideas together. boss Email & content management systems Large event & project management Team & volunteer management Social Media Management FIND ME ONLINE Portfolio carolynlaba.contently.com Website CarolynLabaWrites FUN FACTS I am learning to snowboard. Meadowridge School ​— ​Community Development & Communications Assistant If it weren’t for cheese and July 2014 - February 2018 be vegan. As Community Development Coordinator at an independent school, I helped build affinity for our organization. This included engaging with parents, alumni, students, and external businesses. I organized dozens of events a year, from panels to galas to private dinners. Content creation increasingly became a part of my portfolio, and I created weekly newsletters, blog posts, published articles, and participated in Facebook/LinkedIn groups. I also edited/proofread every document to come from the department over the past four years. chicken wings, I could easily Rain or shine, outside is my favourite place to be. Meadowridge School ​— ​Admissions & Advancement September 2009 to July 2013 (with a two year leave) I worked as both Admissions and Advancement Assistant before creating my own position in Community Development. I provided support to marketing, communications, fundraising, and admissions. Managing multiple projects, managers, and priorities was essential to my success. Tsawwassen Golf Club ​— ​Catering Coordinator July 2007 - July 2008 Supporting the Catering Manager, it was my responsibility to execute all events in the building (up to three at a time, twice a day). From ensuring three rooms were set and stocked appropriately, managing service, to invoicing clients, the days were never short of surprises. WONDER If we don’t keep learning, we get boring! It’s a shame they don’t give out certificates for self-directed learning… But I do have certificates for the below: Charity Village​ —​Not-for-Profit Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Budgeting, Building a Volunteer Program, Policies and Procedures, and more. BCIT​ — ​Marketing Marketing and Event Marketing courses. Simon Fraser University — ​ C ​ ommunications & Marketing Writing, proofreading and copywriting courses. Simon Fraser University — ​ E ​ nglish Literature 2005 BA, English Language & Literature; top 15% of my class.