Scotiabank

Supports and coordinates the project management execution and the end-to-end implementation of Global Risk Management initiatives on behalf of SVP & Head, Retail Credit Risk, by globally ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are supported in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

Sr. Project Manager, Strategy & Transformation, Retail Credit Risk - Global Risk Management

Senior Product Manager, Retail Savings

Newcomers ON FIRE!

Welcome to The Newcomers ON FIRE! Show with your host Miguel Abascal

Listen to people like you sharing their journeys, struggles and their breakthroughs

Be ready to be inspired to take control of your time, career, finances and future.

Fulfil your potential, become the person you are meant to be and make your dreams a reality.

www.OnFire.show

Founder & Host

Thrive Faster

Helping overqualified Newcomers earn more and live happier.

Join us in making the Canadian Dream a reality for newcomer families!

Founder

UnstoppableMe.rocks

Have you ever looked in the mirror and said to yourself: – “I thought I would be farther ahead already”

If you have. You are not alone.

Miguel Abascal was an executive of a famous coffee distribution and franchises company in Mexico. He had certifications, a Master’s degree, and significant experience as a leader of a large team leading large projects.

Nonetheless, he couldn’t find a job in his profession and for his first 5 yrs in Canada he worked in survival jobs while crashing his confidence. He refers to these years as the years of nightmares and constantly losing his sleep not knowing if he would make ends meet.

Thanks to great mentors and coaches he found his way and now he is living his Canadian Dream. Since then he has been helping hundreds of people to find their ideal job faster.

He discovered his passion for helping people at a networking event after talking with a few newcomers who told him “I have learned more in this 20 min than in my last 2 yrs. in Canada”.

We obsess with providing value and sharing key insights with our members. To get a better job you need to master these 3 M’s:

    Your Mindset
    Your Marketing
    Your Momentum

Join us and learn how to find your ideal job faster

It’s time to retire your survival job and start living your Canadian Dream.

Product Manager, Wealth Savings

Senior Product Analyst, Retail & Wealth Savings

Project Manager

Project Analyst II

Financial Services Representative

Customer Service Representative

RenderLife.com

3D marketplace for graphic designers and studios. Led requirements gathering, vendor research and project charter preparation for the selection and implementation of financial and time management systems.

Achievements:
•	Conducted project kickoff and achieved definition of scope, plan, resources, vendor alternatives and requirement traceability matrix in 3 months.
•	Finished the project with a 20% reduction in budget due to negotiation techniques.

Primerica Life Insurance Co of Canada

Largest Independent Financial Services Marketing firm in North America.

Achievements:
•	Got promoted to District leader in 18 months primarily by identifying needs and requirements from key stakeholders and following up until completion.  
•	Designed and delivered five community-based financial seminars to more than 100 people on how to increase income, reduce debt burden and achieve financial independence.

Financial Advisor

Bankruptcy Specialist

Toronto Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

•	Organized and coordinated annual fundraising event: Canadian Hispanic Business Awards 2010
•	Developed comprehensive database which captured specific demographics and statistics of ongoing members.

Special Projects Coordinator

Comercializadora Fernandez Rivero, S.A. de C.V. - La Parroquia de Veracruz

Manufacturer and distributor of specialty coffee, vertically integrated from the coffee farms to the retail distribution for key clients such as Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club. Managed operational projects focused on cost reduction, quality assurance and technical improvement. Supported executive decision-making by identifying, evaluating and recommending key improvement initiatives.

Achievements:
•	Increased revenue by 200% and profit margins by 10% in 3 years by improving operation processes and customer service, reducing waste and establishing quality management.
•	Designed, developed and implemented the Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2008 in 18 months getting the certification before planned.
•	Led development of financial system linking marketing, production, QA, procurement and key performance indicators to provide real-time information and reduce excess of inventory by 50%
•	Analyzed and forecasted trends, issues and opportunities for all the different client segments, assisting in the development of their marketing campaigns.
•	Developed activity-based cost analysis and supervised performance and operation margin for large international accounts, including Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club.
•	Analyzed and modeled success drivers for new retail store openings, saving $10,000 over 2 weeks for each of 25 locations.

Sr. Product Manager & Program Director

Helping Newcomers Thrive Faster! 🚀 

Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered why you're not farther ahead in your career? 
If you have, you're not alone. 

I am here on a mission to empower individuals like you, to achieve professional success and fast-track your Canadian dream. 

As a passionate mentor and coach, my sole focus is on empowering overqualified and underemployed Canadian newcomers. Together, we'll reignite your confidence, secure your ideal job, and embark on a fulfilling Canadian journey. Learn more about my impactful work at www.ThriveFaster.ca.

But why am I so dedicated to this cause? 

Let me share my story. As a former executive of a prestigious coffee distribution company in Mexico, I arrived in Canada filled with qualifications, a master’s degree, and years of leadership experience. However, my job search proved to be an overwhelming challenge, leading to five years of survival jobs and a shattered confidence. 

I've walked in your shoes, experiencing the same challenges and hardships you are facing right now. 
My breakthrough came when I connected with exceptional mentors and coaches who guided me on the path to success. Today, I am living my own Canadian dream, and it fills me with immense joy to pay it forward by assisting hundreds of individuals in finding their ideal jobs faster.

People I've worked with have told me, "In just 20 minutes, I have gained more valuable insights than I have in my last two years in Canada!"

Join me on this transformative journey, and together, we'll retire your survival job and unleash your full potential. It's time to turn your Canadian dream into reality!

#NewcomerJourney #ProfessionalSuccess #ThriveFaster #UnlockYourPotential

Miguel Abascal

The People People Group

The People People Group is North America's most engaged community of passionate HR, Recruitment and Operations professionals. We are dedicated to sharing best practices, elevating each other and collectively improving the employee and candidate experience for everyone

Member

Daily Bread Food Bank

People & Culture Administrator

- Assisted in end-to-end full cycle recruitment. Posted jobs, screened applications, and conducted reference checks.
- Oversaw onboarding/offboarding. Facilitated orientation sessions and administered training through HRdownloads. 
- Completed new hire paperwork within 72 hours and submitted payroll packages promptly to finance for enrollment.
- Administered HRIS data, managed and updated employee records for hiring, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
- Created a filing system for 250+ current and former employee records, H&S incident reports, and legal compliance on the first month on the job.
- Provided administrative support to the People & Culture and Volunteer Departments, prepared support letters and maintained volunteer data on VolunteerHub. Extracted data and reported findings.
- Acted as backup receptionist for a busy Welcome Centre, answered multiple phone lines, welcomed visitors, volunteer groups, and accurately recorded volunteer hours in VolunteerHub for 50+ volunteers daily.

Human Resources Administrative Assistant

BRAL CONSULTORES S.A.C

- Managed the daily operations of the firm specialized in fire-fighting systems installation (industrial and mining sectors).

Manager

City of Toronto

- Provided excellent customer service by conducting screening and intake of 80+ clients daily, staff and the public at a Mass Immunization Clinic in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 
- Performed all roles: Line Screener, Supply Clerk, Supply Vaccine Clerk, Clinic Support Clerk and Aftercare Cleaner.
- Provided administrative support to staff. Input and maintained data, safeguarding the security of confidential information and medical records via COVaxON and Salesforce, ensuring data integrity and privacy.
- Ensured adequate vaccine supply in clinical areas, adhering to safety and materials handling regulations (OH&S, WHIMIS, SDS).
- Tactfully addressed challenging situations with clients, showing good judgement and strong problem solving skills.

Administrative Support Assistant

Deloitte Canada

- Managed an average of 70+ international business visa applications weekly. Generated 15 visa applications daily.
- Conducted legal research to verify document requirements and processing times with consulates and visa application centres.
- Consistently met KPIs and SLAs by efficiently preparing and submitting visa applications/extensions at consulates/visa application centres worldwide.
- Managed all active cases using the company’s case management system, ensuring no deadlines were missed. 
- Handled an average of 40 daily email correspondences, ensuring all client inquiries received a response within 24 hours.

Global Immigration Caseworker

KPMG Canada

- Managed a weekly average of 25 high-touch corporate client accounts for business visa needs, overseeing end-to-end visa processing in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared support documents and visa applications worldwide, with expertise in the Latam region, UAE, and Europe.
	- Ensured legal compliance in visa applications, adhering to regulatory frameworks achieving 100% approval rates.
	- Consistently addressed administrative discrepancies achieving a 90% resolution rate within the standard 48-hour-resolution timeframe.
	- Liaised with the finance department to process invoices and fees for services rendered to corporate clients.

Global Immigration Coordinator

Ontario Superior Court of Justice

Effectively responded to inquiries from staff, the public, and external agencies. 
Managed a daily average of 400+ court records, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the court database.
Managed external mail and intra-office documentation, ensuring timely delivery to the relevant departments. 
Processed court documents, effectively handling sensitive and confidential information.
Maintained strict adherence to policies and procedures, complying with the high standards of the Ontario Public Service.

Clerical, Telephone & Customer Service Representative

Positive and driven problem-solver with a Postgraduate Certificate in HR and extensive Human Resources experience. Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. A collaborative and inclusive team player with strong interpersonal skills, excelling in both verbal and written communication. Critical thinker, fast learner, skilled in recognizing and implementing process improvements. Committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and a positive workplace culture.

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