I currently live in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada where I have lived for the past 25 years. Lethbridge is located just east of the Rock Mountains. A Canadian prairie city of about 100,000 people which is the agri-food hub of Alberta. My heart remain in that wonderful city nestled in North Central Massachusetts, Gardner. A wicked cool place to grow up.
Professionally
After a 35 year career in transportation and logistics I have the opportunity to use my knowledge and experience to help others enter or expand their knowledge in the industry. I am currently developing and facilitating transportation, logistics and sustainability micro credential courses. Who says you can’t reinvent yourself after 65?
Toastmasters
I am currently in my 23rd year as a member of Toastmasters. Over these years I have grown as a communicator and as a leader.
I am currently a member of 4 Toastmaster clubs. Each club has a unique culture, member base, and meeting format. I continue my leadership journey as a club officer in 3 of the 4 clubs. I continue to serve in leadership at the district level. In addition to a being club officer, I serve as District 42’s Credentials chairman and the District 42 Chief Judge.
2023 Highlights
- Attended my 50th high school class reunion – GHS Class of 1972 (a year late, I know)
- Began development of the first of 2 – 21 hour micro credential workshops in sustainability in transportation and distribution for a college
- Elected to the national board of directors of Canada’s Logistics Organization (CITT)
- Elected President of the Connected Communicators Toastmasters
- Completed my 5th year as Transportation Systems & Logistics Processes facilitator – Careers in Supply Chain
- After adamantly insisting “no more dogs” – we got a puppy (she’s a doll)