Various publications and organizations

Preparing articles for print from the research and interview stages to polishing final copy. 

Not only do I get to do what I love– write– but through my heavily ag-focused work I also get to get to meet the amazing people all over the world who help put food on our tables, oh, and beer in our fridges!

I also provide freelance writing and communications services for other industries such as business, real estate, and academia. I love to research, hear what people are thinking and doing, and I'm committed to continuous learning. Basically, if you give me an assignment, I'll figure it out and turn it into a story, regardless of the subject.

Freelance Writer

PayShepherd

Supporting the PayShepherd team and their SaaS to help manufacturing, mining, and other heavy industrial sites manage vendor relationships, save millions annually, and continuously improve process efficiency.

We believe vendor relationships are the core of industrial success. Yet for too long, poor vendor management has left people comfortably uncomfortable, risk is off the charts and performance is not rewarded. An ancient, paper-heavy process is to blame.

As a result, hundreds of billions of $$$ per year is wasted and countless relationships ruined forever. PayShepherd’s vendor relationship management (VRM) solution is revolutionizing the path forward.

PayShepherd has built a unique technology that monitors vendor spend, contract compliance, and work performance daily. Establish a foundation of accountability, alignment and common language that leaves risk, surprise and uncertainty where they belong–in the past. 

Build excellence with exceptional relationships at your industrial worksite today with PayShepherd (https://www.payshepherd.com/demo).

Senior Content Marketer

Calgary Real Estate Board

Working with CREB®, I enjoyed being part of a not-for-profit organization and working on their awesome communications team. Some of my key responsibilities were to:
•	Update news and events on both the public and member websites
•	Research and write posts for CREB®Talk, CREB®'s REALTOR® blog
•	Research topics and draft pieces for member bulletins, surveys and emails
•	Apply constant attention to detail, ensuring that communication through various channels met       standards of consistency, formatting and branding policies
•	Support the communications team and other departments in their efforts to best support CREB® members in their day-to-day business and interests
•	Carry out internal communications needs as requested

Communications Assistant

AGORA Undergrad Journal at Red Deer College

Working for three consecutive years on this annual academic journal gave me the opportunity to learn and practice valuable skills in the editing and publishing processes, such as:
•	Editing copy for grammar and clarity 
•	Formatting in preparation for publication
•	Fact checking and maintaining positive communication with authors and senior editor
•	Proofreading

Copy Editing Apprentice

Ever since I can remember, I've been obsessed with writing and passionate about hearing and sharing people's stories.

For over 10 years, my work's been heavily focused on Canadian agriculture and business, and I've loved every minute of it.

Right now, I'm especially excited by the tech wave swelling across Alberta. The talent and heart that's powering amazing AI and IA solutions that help make people's days better and businesses more profitable for the future, is a movement I'm diving into in my research and writing. It's a fantastic story to help tell.

In my free time, I'm passionate about food – cooking and eating it. I'm also a devoted CFL fan. Stampeders in 2024!!!

Natalie Noble

Lethbridge & District Exhibition

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Assistant General Manager

Three-Sixty Leadership

Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder

Northlands

Director, Event and Entertainment Development

Interim Director, Northlands Events

Participate in strategic planning and manage all aspects of event operations for over 120 events annually including all NHL, WHL, and NLL games

Established, implemented and managed a process of service excellence across all major tenants with a focus on standards of communication, financial consistency and staffing levels

Oversaw all production elements of a ten day concert series with an estimated attendance of 50,000

Created analytical forecast model based on historical ticket sales, ancillary revenue, and internal expenses data for tenant events. Utilized results to implement cost saving measures

Partnered with third-party food and beverage company to optimize point-of-sale systems and product offerings

Venue Manager, Rexall Place

Managed onsite event operations, including security, cleaning, parking and guest experience staff during live events for the National Hockey League (NHL), the Western Hockey League (WHL), the National Lacrosse League (NLL) and major concerts

Liaised with Canadian Finals Rodeo organizing committee and internal event work groups to ensure optimized safety, management, scheduling of multiple venues and nearly 90,000 athletes and spectators during 2013 event

Event/Venue Management Contractor

Event Representative

San Diego State University

Marketing and Promotions Graduate Consultant

Hytech Production Ltd

Quality System Technician and Analyst

LEADING COMMUNITY GROWTH THROUGH PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATION
    Executive     ▪️    Entrepreneur    ▪️    Catalyst

Mike is a visionary corporate transformation strategist and entrepreneur with a passion for driving community growth and economic impact. As Chief Executive Officer of Lethbridge & District Exhibition Mike leads a dynamic team working to make Southern Alberta the premier destination for tourism, investment and business growth.

Raised in Lethbridge, Mike has returned home and is passionate about showcasing Southern Alberta for its rich natural advantages. He routinely appears as a guest lecturer at San Diego State University, working with graduate students to find the unique attributes that differentiate them as they enter their careers.

Mike holds degrees from San Diego State University (MBA), where he was named Outstanding Alumnus in 2018 and the University of Lethbridge (BA).

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