COMMUNICATION

Marketing & Outreach

As the Marketing Director for 1COMMUNITY1, I work with organizations to develop marketing and communication initiatives that offer exposure and increase engagement, as well as strengthen brand and stakeholder relations. Learn more by connecting with me.
Marketing for DRUHC

1COMMUNITY1 provides marketing, design and technological support for the Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre (DRUHC). In 2017, we launched an accessible, user-friendly website with up-to-date content, imaging and technology. The site includes a Job Portal for employers to post positions and for job seekers to search for positions. Visit the website.
Communications Strategy

Developed and executed a marketing and communications strategy for the Durham Welcome Centres including a brand update, a refreshed monthly e-news and printed publication, program recommendations and partner building. I can help your business. Connect with me.
On Community Engagement

On Nov 28th, the Business & Professional Women of Durham (BPW Durham) hosted a dinner meeting with the them of engagement. As the guest speaker, I explored what community engagement means, shared best practices and potential solutions. Interested in learning more about community engagement for your business? Connect with me.
e-updates for Business

At 1COMMUNITY1, I help businesses and not-for-profits engage with new and existing clients through visualized e-updates containing useful, relevant and interesting information. View Employment E-News - a monthly e-newsletter that helps position DRUHC as experts in their field.
What Community Wants

My partner and I have been out in the community representing the corporation that we founded in 2009 – 1COMMUNITY1. We've been listening to the concerns, needs and wants of the community and will be using the feedback to evolve 1C1. Read the November edition of Elsii E-News.
Spirit of December

For me, the spirit of December is about cycles and presence. I hope you have the opportunity to experience the season in a way that feels comfortable for you. Read the December edition elsii e-news.
Guest Speaker at BDC

On January 22nd, 2019, I was a Guest Speaker at the BDC WE Talk Business Boot Camp for female founders. I shared my entrepreneurial journey and offered insights into being a business owner. Special thanks to Community Innovation Lab for making the connection! Click to view the video.
Fresh into February

January was a storm of activity with much needed days of rest and play in between. Fresh into February and looking forward to what this month has in store! Click to read Elsii E-News.
What Makes You You?

What a different world it would be if we were able to use our strengths, abilities and interests to service ourselves and our communities? I love hearing people talk about what makes them tick - there are so many around us with talents unknown. View the video.
The Miracle of March

March brings promise. A promise of warm, light and lovely days. A promise of growth, renewal and hope. The Miracle of March is here! Read Elsii E-News.
Community and Economy

Through 1COMMUNITY1, we are working on a special assignment with the Town of Ajax, Economic Development Department. We have been speaking with business owners and CEOs to learn about the key factors that help their businesses succeed. The theme that continuously surfaces is the importance of community in building and growing business. More soon!
At Home in Durham

We have been out and about quite a lot – learning from local businesses, attending community functions and enjoying attractions in the region. I hope you take time to get to know the incredible people, places and spaces right here in the Durham Region. Click to read Elsii E-News.
The I in Mission

This picture of me is at the new Spark Centre location in Oshawa. Although accidental, I love the placement of my body in relation to the word "mission" behind me. I think everyone has something special and unique to communicate to the world. What is your mission and how do you deliver your message? Read the May edition of Elsii E-News.
UP! Series Sales Talk Sponsor

1COMMUNITY1 is thrilled to sponsor the UP! Series Sales Talks in collaboration with the Business Advisory Centre of Durham (BACD), Del Duca / Auddino, RBC Wealth Management and Town of Whitby. For us, it is the perfect collaboration. Each sponsor has a role to play and does it very well!
Access IO @ OPG

1COMMUNITY1 was thrilled to attend and help document the Access IO @ Ontario Power Generation event – an invitation-only, high-energy and high-impact to support innovation and grow the Canadian economy. Click to view Access iO @ Ontario Power media from the event.
Durham College Collaboration

We are moving ahead on a collaborative project with Durham College ’s AI Hub under the direction and guidance of Vibha Tyagi. Big thanks to Mayor Adrian Foster and the Municipality of Clarington for endorsing and supporting our joint efforts! More info soon.
wonderMaker Change Makers

Last month, we met the wonderMaker Change Makers – Mark Stewart and Carissa Ball Stewart. It is wonderful to get to know many of the amazing people right here in our backyard.... grateful for opportunities to learn from others and connect in the real-world at the UP! Series Sales Talks. Click to view the media elements from the June event.
Portals and Perspectives

Recently, I had the good fortune to visit Portugal with my family. Going to Portugal is like stepping through a portal. Every time I return, I am able delve deeper into my history and learn about myself. Knowing more about my background makes me stronger more determined to live a life of purpose. Read the July issue of Elsii E-News.
Security at CISO

I was fortunate to be invited to attend CISO Forum Canada in Niagara Falls. The high-level 2-day event organized by siberX, EC-Council and Durham College ORSIE Department and the AI Hub was truly impressive, full of useful information, perspectives, great food and company – including a large contingent of government and business representatives from the Durham Region. View the 1C1 video.
It's Still Summer!

There are 19 more days of summer and I am committed to participating in experiences that celebrate the season. For me the best part of summer is walking with bare feet, feeling the warmth and comfort of the sun, connecting with bodies of water, observing plant life and consuming nutrient rich wild food. Click to read the latest edition of my newsletter.
College & Community

1COMMUNITY1 partnered with Durham College DC ORSIE and the AI Hub in the development of 1C1 technology designed to create meaningful connections between citizen, business and government on a municipal level. Phase I of the project is almost complete thanks to the amazing team at DC and generous funding via the College Voucher for Technology Adoption (CVTA), Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE). This is just the beginning...
Evolution of Employment

My partner and I attended and documented the Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre's (DRUHC) 36th Annual General Meeting in September. Guest Speaker, Angela Hoyt, spoke of significant changes to employment service delivery in Ontario over the next couple of years. Addressing the needs of employers and job seekers through innovation and collaboration will be key! Click to view a short video of the event.
Chronic Pain & Cannabis

Last month, Wayne Cockburn, President and COO of The Clinic Network Canada Inc., a leading provider of chronic pain management services including medical cannabis in Canada, was the guest speaker at UP! Series Sales Talks. For the first time since I have attended, participants were more interested in the product than the sales strategies! View the overview video or the entire presentation.
Absolute Authenticity

Absolute Authenticity? Well, it's a goal and I work at it. My friend, Shayne Traviss, has helped me along the way. It is a rare individual who will tell you exactly what he thinks. I came to realize that Shayne's messages were gifts and have been immeasurably helped by them as have many others. Shayne's book Your Vivid Life: An Invitation to Live a Radically Authentic Life hits is available on October 8th!
Fear and Possibility

Big changes are afoot - this can be fearful but full of possibility. It's time to use unique skills, interests and abilities to address real-world challenges with creative solutions. It's time to work together to realize shared objectives. It's time for change! Read the October edition of Elsii E-News.