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.

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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

Lotsa Hostas

•	Planned traditional and digital marketing strategy for brand repositioning and awareness of Lotsa Hostas
•	Coordinated day-to-day communication and concerns with the client for seamless delivery of tasks
•	Collaborated with a team of marketing consultants to plan brand visibility campaigns for new and existing customers

Marketing Strategy Consultant

•	Wrote content including web articles, press releases, and other promotional content for various companies in the U.S. and Canada (including but not limited to education, energy, lifestyle brands, etc.) 
•	Liaised with communication teams to understand writing and transcribing objectives and expectations 
•	Supported communications planning for content visibility in digital, print, and social media platforms

Freelance Content Writer

energi PR Inc.

•	Strategized communications for leading pharma and consumer brands in the U.S. and Canada garnering 20+ million media impressions year-over-year
•	Managed strategic influencer placement in consecutive campaigns garnering 100k+ impressions in the same year
•	Increased LinkedIn followers by 700% in the first year of the campaign through a social media rebranding strategy 
•	Spearheaded brand and marketing campaigns in collaboration with award-winning Canadian influencers for one of the world’s largest health suppliers of vision health products
•	Liaised with SEO, design, and social media experts to: plan and create editorial and social media content calendars, maintain corporate websites, ensure consistency with brand guidelines, assess potential issues and risks, track metrics and analytics, and evaluate KPIs and trends

Senior Public Relations Executive

Various companies 

•	Leveraged corporate reputation and media visibility for a leading international accounting firm worth CAD$871 million
•	Supported social media content pipeline and crisis management for the third-largest copper producer in Canada
•	Responded to online marketing and advertising queries as Google's third-party partner, to support clients with optimizing their digital ad campaigns and achieving their business goals
•	Provided public relations counsel and an annual communications strategy to the MPP (Markham-Thornhill) 
•	Prepared, proofread, and edited a variety of communication material for the MPP such as summary briefs, talking points, Private Member’s bills, agendas, press releases, speeches, and social media posts 
•	Coordinated the MPP’s schedule and represented the member at Queen’s Park, the constituency office, and various legislative and community events
•	Addressed and followed up with 40 - 50 inquiries and concerns per day from constituents on a variety of topics including: COVID-19 vaccinations, education, and local businesses
•	Facilitated incoming and outgoing communication to MPPs and committees in ridings across Ontario on legislative and community related matters

PR Consultant, MPP Legislative Assistant, and Digital Account Strategist 

Gail Bergman PR

•	Garnered social media reach (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) of over 65 million across the U.S. and Canada for the product launch of a leading Canadian skincare brand
•	Developed and sustained a network of 200+ influencers and journalists, increasing media database to 500+ contacts
•	Managed PR and media relations for clients in the consumer beauty, education, and agriculture industries. Included: media outreach, material development, media training for key spokespersons, and coverage analysis

Public Relations Account Executive

SPAG - Part of Strategic Partners Group

•	Secured 100+ high-impact media stories in 10 months for one of the largest global pharmaceutical companies
•	Managed multi-channel communication plans and strategies garnering 24+ million media impressions for reputable pharma companies – Novartis and Roche Diagnostics
•	Developed India’s first national chatbot framework for psoriasis with a potential reach of 3000+ patients
•	Supervised and coordinated with PR, digital, and creative teams on conceptualization and execution of awareness and advocacy campaigns for one of the top five pharma companies in the world
•	Researched, drafted, reviewed, and disseminated creative and impactful content – feature articles, press releases, medical blogs, and listicles for digital and traditional media channels
•	Built local narrative and presence for global development organizations through robust government stakeholder management including state and national ministries 
•	Liaised with medical experts to simplify complex concepts for the media and public awareness

Public Relations Manager - Healthcare Communications & Advocacy

MSLGROUP India

•	Garnered increase in media visibility and corporate brand reputation for top corporates from 10% to 60% within a year through effective public relations, media relations, stakeholder management, and change communications
•	Achieved retainer increase of 20% in the first year as the external public relations and communications partner
•	Developed and maintained positive relationships with senior editors of leading industry publications for media interviews including: first BBC World News interview for global diversified conglomerate worth US$1.8 billion
•	Executed public relations, media outreach, and content development for corporate and government heads at the world’s longest running blockchain summit series
•	Wrote and produced a variety of external communications materials for the corporate, healthcare, finance, and philanthropy sectors: press releases, key messages, talking points, event briefs, and award entries
•	Worked in partnership with business leaders and key executives to manage PR initiatives, plan press briefings and media training sessions, and pitch thought leadership opportunities at prominent platforms including the World Economic Forum

Public Relations Manager - Corporate Reputation

Edelman

•	Helped enhance positive perception of India’s top corporation, among 100 most valuable brands in the world
•	Supported content management for the most prominent international literature festival in Mumbai
•	Coordinated with multiple affiliates across India for media stories and events

Senior Account Executive - Corporate & CSR

Report writing support for multilateral and non-governmental organizations

- International Labour Organization (Thailand): Compiled tripartite workshop report on What Works for Youth Employment: Sharing Policies for Asia and the Pacific
- UNAIDS (South Africa): Provided writing support for Regional Consultation on Key Populations
- Raks Thai Foundation (successor of CARE International, Thailand): Joint CSO Collaboration workshop report on Regional HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment Promoting Mobile Populations’ Health among GMS/ASEAN Countries

Writing Consultant - International Labour Organization, CARE International and UNAIDS

United Nations ESCAP

•	Supported digital communications content for 70th Commission and Beijing +20 Review – Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development
•	Leveraged ESCAP’s image reputation to government-affiliated stakeholders 
•	Drafted key messages and speaking remarks on behalf of ESCAP leadership and international delegations attending key regional summits
•	Updated social media channels for ministerial-level discussions
•	Wrote feature articles focusing on climate change, migration and gender
•	Assisted with proofreading and editing process of 2015 ESCAP annual report

Public Information and Digital Communications Coordinator

Strategic Communications Specialist | 8+ years of communications experience with corporates and big pharma companies | Responsible for communication campaigns garnering 20+ million media impressions

High-impact results-driven communications professional with 8+ years of experience in planning and implementing multi-channel communication strategies, content writing, branding, and stakeholder relations for leading corporate and consumer brands in Canada, the U.S., India, Thailand, and South Africa. 

As an effective communicator and storyteller, I am passionate about adding creative value to elevate an organization’s vision, brand, and communication priorities. I identify as a third culture adult and I believe my multi-cultural experience of being raised in different cultural environments adds unique value to my work.

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