Like a match that ignites a flame, Melissa ignites progress by envisioning what’s possible and inspiring change among the people and organizations she works with. Her passion for talent, growth, and achievement are at the forefront of many professional and personal accomplishments.
With almost 25 years of progressive leadership experience, spanning four industries, Melissa has had the opportunity to work with several large Canadian organizations including Walmart, Aecon, and Revera.
Her work on strategy alignment, corporate universities, and leadership development have been sustained over time. In her current role, Melissa leads high-performing teams within talent acquisition, talent development, and total rewards who are having a significant impact supporting the organization with employer brand awareness, talent sourcing, leadership training, inclusion & belonging, and employee well-being. In 2020, Revera won gold at the HR Canadian Awards in the category of Best Talent Management Strategy and Melissa achieved her designation of Certified Professional Co-Active Coach.
Outside of work, Melissa enjoys reading, walking, travelling, and spending time with her family. Supporting charitable organizations with fundraising efforts for animal rescue, womens shelter, and mental health is also a passion for Melissa.
Day 1: Mar 3, 2020
Day 2: Mar 4, 2020
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
Panel Discussion: THE EVOLUTION OF TALENT ACQUISITION
Gain Valuable Insights into How the Role of Talent Acquisition is Evolving to become a Lynchpin for Organizational Success
With the recent recognition of HR as a key area of operational success, the phrase ‘our biggest asset is our people’ has become reality. As the digital transformation of HR continues, the role of Talent Acquisition has also evolved. Prepare your digital talent acquisition strategy for the future with:
- Insights on how you can stay ahead of candidate expectations and build exceptional teams
- Tips on how to build relationships with potential candidates and manage communities both online and off
- An awareness of how a fusion of recruitment and marketing is taking place to create the recruitment marketer
Future-proof your Digital Talent Acquisition strategies to win top talent and build exceptional teams.