Alanna Gerard
West Seneca,New York
Summary
Results-driven business and academics professional with a proven track record of driving substantial program profitability and expanding client portfolios through visionary leadership, strategic planning, and meticulous cost management. Well-regarded for fostering efficient, collaborative, and high-performing work environments that deliver exceptional results and sustained growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions, Communications and Program Director
Robert Land Academy
04.2021 - Current
- Led collaborations with domestic and international educational agents, driving program growth and expanding outreach.
- Proactively maintained clear and consistent communication with parents, partners, and employees, addressing updates, concerns, and challenges to ensure alignment and trust.
- Secured over $50,000 in new funding by spearheading grant proposals and cultivating partnerships with government agencies, corporations, and private donors.
- Directed strategic planning efforts alongside the admissions team, setting ambitious goals and implementing actionable plans to achieve growth objectives.
Teacher
John Calvin School
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Created and delivered engaging, student-centered curricula designed to meet learning objectives while adhering to provincial standards.
- Conducted formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress, providing targeted feedback and adjusting instructional strategies to support individual learning needs.
Sales Support
Orchard Park Growers
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Conducted thorough plant scouting and inspections to identify and mitigate pest infestations and disease outbreaks, ensuring optimal plant health.
- Provided hands-on training to new team members, focusing on greenhouse protocols, best practices in plant care, and company policies to maintain high operational standards.
- Managed and refined variable billing and invoicing systems, ensuring accurate tracking of greenhouse operations and resource allocation.
Greenhouse Laborer
Rosa Flora
07.2013 - 01.2016
- Cultivated and maintained high-quality gerbera, alstroemeria, and snapdragon plants in climate-controlled greenhouse environments, optimizing growth and yield.
- Conducted proactive plant scouting to identify pest pressures and disease symptoms, implementing effective management strategies to preserve plant health.
- Ensured efficient handling of floral products by loading and unloading in temperature-controlled coolers to maintain freshness and quality.
- Assembled custom-made bouquets with precision, prioritizing design aesthetics and client specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Athabasca University
Online (Athabasca, Alberta)01.2026
Diploma - Teaching
Covenant Teachers College
Hamilton, Ontario05.2019
Certification - Office Administration
Niagara College
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario05.2016
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Partnership development
- Policy implementation
- Personnel supervision
- Customer service experience
- Budgeting and financial management
Timeline
Admissions, Communications and Program Director
Robert Land Academy
04.2021 - Current
Teacher
John Calvin School
08.2019 - 03.2021
Sales Support
Orchard Park Growers
02.2016 - 08.2016
Greenhouse Laborer
Rosa Flora
07.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Athabasca University
Diploma - Teaching
Covenant Teachers College
Certification - Office Administration
Niagara College
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