Avery Munroe
Montreal ,QC
Summary
Recent graduate from McGill University with a focus on Urban Planning and Architecture, emphasizing environmental sustainability. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and adept at managing multiple projects efficiently. Strong collaborative skills complemented by creativity and empathy, fostering effective teamwork. Passionate about integrating sustainable practices into urban development.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Fundraising & Sponsorship Director Intern
Synesthesia McGill
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Masterfully built and nurtured high-value sponsor relationships, leveraging persuasive communication to secure vital funding for a sustainable fashion event.
- Developed sponsorship proposals to engage potential partners for events.
- Created promotional materials to showcase sponsorship benefits and visibility options.
- Collaborated with team members to strategize approaches for securing new sponsors.
Experiential Community-Engaged Learning & Research
Association Des Jeunes De La Petite Bourgogne
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Established programs and activities fostering positive attitudes in youth aged 12 to 17.
- Executed initiatives promoting social, educational, and recreational skill development for young people.
- Created a safe environment supporting personal growth and community engagement among adolescents.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project development and planning strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography (Urban Studies)
McGill University
Montreal, QC06.2025
Skills
- Adaptable
- Ability to work under pressure
- Detail-oriented
- Proficient in desktop software (Microsoft Office, Google Tool Suite)
- Proficient in GIS
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate
- Willingness and ability to accept and apply feedback
- Ability to work with people of all levels with professional presentation
- Proposal writing
- Event sponsorship
Accomplishments
Southeast Asia Field Studies, 2025
Completed a dynamic course on urban studies in Southeast Asia, integrating recent scholarship with field observations to deepen expertise in globalization, urban policy, heritage, gentrification, migrant labor, public housing, creative clusters, and national economic strategies.
Level 400 Environment Seminar
Participated in an interdisciplinary seminar program, engaging with complex philosophical, ethical, scientific, and practical issues, exploring innovative ideas, addressing environmental and socio-political challenges, and honing leadership skills through practitioner interactions, guest lectures, directed readings, and seminar facilitation.
McGill Policy Association - Tackling Montreal's Housing Crisis, 2023
Competed in the 2023 McGill Policy Association’s Case Competition, addressing Montréal’s housing crisis by applying critical thinking and research skills to develop innovative, well-justified policy proposals, and presenting viable solutions evaluated for research quality, clarity, analysis, and effectiveness.
Leadership Roles
Third Year Representative in McGill Undergraduate Geography Society
- Responsible for organizing events and initiatives that cater to the needs and interests of all third-year students at McGill University and representing their views and opinions to the Undergraduate Affairs Committee.
Fundraising Leader
- Managed a $3000 budget to organize events and led a team of 100 peers, Orchestrated successful fundraising initiatives towards cancer research.
Affiliations
Clubs
- McGill Students' Blood Donation Association Student Ambassador
- McGill Open Mapping Group, VP of communications.
- McGill Women In Leadership Member
Hobbies and Interests
- Hiking, skiing, along with anything that allows me to be outdoors
- Pilates
- Urban policy, development, and planning
- Socio-political impacts of new city projects
Timeline
Fundraising & Sponsorship Director Intern
Synesthesia McGill
10.2021 - 05.2022
Experiential Community-Engaged Learning & Research
Association Des Jeunes De La Petite Bourgogne
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Geography (Urban Studies)
McGill University