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Product Operations | Delivery Lead

Product operations and delivery leader with a track record of designing the planning processes and executive operating procedures that let cross-functional technology organizations run at scale. At Royal Bank of Canada, oversaw the operating model for a 20+ application portfolio, while standardizing executive reporting, running quarterly planning cycles with business leaders, and managing budgets up to $17M.

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Solving problems one byte at a time

Solving problems one byte at a time

Solving problems one byte at a time

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EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

2026-Present

Associate Director - Digital & AI Products

ROYAL BANK OF CANADA

Drive end-to-end delivery of AI programs across Capital Markets Technology, influencing senior stakeholders across engineering, product, and business teams to align investment priorities and turn ambiguity into shipped outcomes.

2024-2026

Senior Delivery Lead & Portfolio Manager

ROYAL BANK OF CANADA

Directed multiple, cross-functional IT teams to deliver application initiatives, overseeing the full lifecycle from initial concept to final production deployment under stringent deadlines. ​

2022-2024

ROYAL BANK OF CANADA

Senior Manager - IT Scrum Master

Led 36-member, cross-functional IT team across offices in North America and India to implement a new customer relationship management application (Salesforce) used by 19,000+ employees nationwide.

2020-2022

Data Engineering Analyst

ROYAL BANK OF CANADA

Results-driven Salesforce professional with a strong track record of delivering high-impact solutions on time and improving development workflows. Successfully delivered a Salesforce feature on schedule by removing blockers and resolving cross-team dependencies, recovering a two-week delay. Skilled in data modeling and integration, having designed and mapped complex RBC datasets to Salesforce objects while enhancing data accuracy and user experience. ​

President (founder)

RED LOTUS FILMS INC.

Dynamic leader with over 10 years of experience in video content production, supervising live action productions, and leading large teams with diverse backgrounds and expertise. Highly skilled in problem solving, navigating complex decision-making, and managing resources.

EDUCATION

EDUCATION

2025-2026

Executive MBA

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY (KELLOGG'S)

  • Advance marketing & advance negotiations

2025-2026

YORK UNIVERSITY (SCHULICH)

Executive MBA

  • Kellogg-Schulich EMBA Leadership and Innovation Award

2017-2019

Computer Programming Diploma

SENECA COLLEGE

  • Dean's Honour List (4.0 GPA)

SKILLS

SKILLS

Jira - Advanced

Confluence - Advanced

Microsoft Excel - Advanced

Adobe Premiere Pro - Advanced

Adobe After Effects - Advanced

Adobe Photoshop - Advanced

EXPERTISE

EXPERTISE

Strategic Thinking & Vision

As a technology leader, I have consistently led with a clear strategic vision that aligns with long-term business goals. I specialize in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, driving innovation, and positioning the team for success. Through a balance of analytical insight and bold decision-making, I have successfully launched new initiatives and navigated complex deliverables on time.

My approach to strategic planning is grounded in data, yet flexible enough to pivot quickly in changing environments. I have led cross-functional teams through multi-year business transformations, and digital innovation roadmaps. These efforts have translated into delivering value to our clients.

I prioritize aligning stakeholders and internal teams around a shared vision. By clearly articulating long-term objectives and connecting them to daily operations, I’ve fostered an environment where purpose drives performance. This clarity has enabled quicker execution and stronger buy-in.

Leadership & Management

My leadership style centers on empowering people, building trust, and creating a high-performance culture. As a tech lead, I’ve developed and mentored teams and cultivated inclusive environments where innovation and accountability thrive. I believe in transparent communication and leading by example to inspire engagement across all levels.

I’ve overseen complex initiatives - always with a focus on minimizing disruption and maximizing team collaboration. By promoting leadership development programs and aligning incentives with company goals, I’ve helped shape adaptive teams capable of executing under pressure.

Employee engagement and leadership alignment have been key to driving operational excellence and innovation. I consistently measure and act on feedback, ensuring that employees are connected to both company values and strategic goals. This people-first approach has resulted in improved morale and higher productivity.

Innovation & Adaptability

In an ever-evolving technology landscape, a tech lead must champion innovation and foster an adaptive mindset. This expertise involves not only driving product and service innovation but also embracing new business models, technology trends, and disruptive changes in the marketplace.

As a leader, I prioritize creating a culture where experimentation and creativity are encouraged. This requires a strategic focus on technology adoption and collaboration across departments to ensure the company remains at the forefront of its industry. By identifying emerging trends, I help pivot and reposition the company to capitalize on new opportunities, even in times of uncertainty.

Adaptability is equally essential. I lead teams through change management processes, ensuring teams are resilient in the face of disruption. When responding to technological advancements, I excel in navigating these challenges by staying agile and making data-driven decisions.

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