Ann Holmes

Business Profile

As an adult educator and developer of innovative public programming, Ann works collaboratively to facilitate clear communication of your needs and results. Key content areas of expertise include education, training and workplace issues related to women in science, engineering, information technology and trades, and arts activities in the not-for-profit sector.

Services:

Facilitation and planning for not-for-profit organizations and the public sector – designing customized workshops in collaboration with the client; facilitating sessions based on these agendas in order to address the issues and move the organization/group forward to action and solutions.

Writing – in consultation with the client, developing job search presentations, fund-raising materials and annual reports.

Consulting and research – contributing expertise in education, entrepreneurship and social issues including gender-based analysis; providing strategic advice; conducting interviews and primary and secondary research on related topics.

Recent work:

· Led strategic planning sessions for volunteer members and staff of community organizations.

· Created business plan for the establishment of a resource centre for women in science, engineering, trades and technology.

· Designed fund-raising strategy for a national conference.

· Delivered creative writing and strategic advice for university centres and other professional contacts.