Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Since July 2015, I have had the privilege of serving as Managing Director at Bender Canada Inc., a member of the worldwide BENDER Group, known for its leadership in Electrical Safety technology based in Germany. In this role, my responsibilities include contributing to the company's reputation for quality and innovation while supervising its strategic direction and promoting operational excellence. I work diligently to align the company's vision with global objectives, make decisions that impact performance, and nurture a culture of innovation and safety within the organization. Additionally, I place importance on developing relationships with key stakeholders, customers, manufacturing representatives, electrical distributors and contractors to support our growth initiatives. I am a dedicated professional with a strong academic background and extensive experience in electrical engineering, project management, and electrical safety. I completed my Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Power and Renewable Energies, in 2005. Subsequently, in 2011 and 2012, I pursued additional studies, earning a Master's degree in Engineering Management and another in Project Management. I have a strong passion for electrical safety, dedicating my career to offering expert consulting services, seminars, and workshops to enhance safety systems for individuals and organizations. My mission is to collaborate closely with consulting firms, system integrators, utilities, and industry leaders to contribute positively to safety standards. I actively engage with standard communities, including IEEE P45.1, CSA C232 (CSC69), and CSA Z32, to elevate safety standards globally.
Since July 2015, I have had the privilege of serving as Managing Director at Bender Canada Inc. During my tenure, I have had the opportunity to contribute to the company's strategic direction and operational excellence. My responsibilities have included working on the company's long-term vision, promoting a culture that values innovation and safety, and nurturing relationships with stakeholders, customers, and partners. Over the years, I am proud to have been part of a team effort contributing to Bender Canada Inc.'s growth and success in the Canadian market. My dedication and commitment have played a role in our achievements, and I look forward to continuing to support our company's journey. BENDER Canada is part of the global German-owned BENDER Group We are the world's leading provider, developer and proponent of Electrical Safety Technology. Quality made by Bender worldwide, with particular reference to electrical safety, is a promise to our customers and to all we want to make our customers. With this goal in mind, we have been doing our best daily for over 65 years. We are committed to using innovative technologies to find solutions for your particular sector and application to guarantee the ultimate electrical safety for people and machines. We are always there for you, providing comprehensive and informed advice and supporting you from planning to implementation and beyond. In urgent cases, our Service Dept. is available around the clock, so you can contact us whenever you need us.
In my role as National Sales Manager, I had the privilege of overseeing sales activities within the commercial and industrial sectors. My responsibilities included coordinating sales operations across various regions, establishing sales policies and procedures, and strategically introducing new product lines. I also played a part in nurturing client relationships and facilitating negotiations for sales contracts.
As an Electrical Project Manager, I had the privilege of leading various Energy and Healthcare projects. In this role, I worked alongside a dedicated team of ten engineers to manage a range of projects throughout their lifecycle while adhering to a significant budget of $1.5 million. During my tenure, there were notable achievements. I was involved in various business development initiatives that increased annual revenue from $500,000 to $1.5 million in a single year—these financial accomplishments involved nurturing valuable client and partner relationships and positioning the company effectively in the market. I also focused on identifying additional business opportunities, particularly in sectors like Railway and Transit, Mining, Ships, and Ports, as part of our commitment to sustainable growth. I played a role in sustaining profitability and ensuring the company remained resilient during a challenging economic period. My dedication to innovation, market expansion, and revenue generation played a part in our ability to navigate successfully during uncertain times.
IEEE P45.1: Recommended Practice for Electrical Installations on Shipboard
Integrated Committee on Electric Vehicles C232 (CSC69) C232(281) - Electrical Vehicle - Personal Protection Systems C232(280) - Electrical Vehicle - Supply Equipment C232(280).1T - Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) Equipment for Electric Vehicles Develop a roadmap of North American standard challenges, in order to clarify the standards differences which exist between North American jurisdictions and suggest solutions for alignment. Perform the IEC 61851-23 adoption and other relevant IEC Electric Vehicle standards adoption.
Z32-09 - Electrical Safety and essential electrical systems in health care facilities This Standard deals with the following subjects: (a) electrical safety associated with health care provision; and (b) essential electrical systems for health care facilities.
Founded in 2005, Electric Mobility Canada is a national membership-based not-for-profit organization dedicated exclusively to the promotion of electric mobility as a readily available and important solution to Canada’s emerging energy and environmental issues.
The Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (CHES) is a national professional association representing approximately 1,000 healthcare engineers and associates across Canada. CHES seeks to help members to better manage the healing environment which is imperative for efficient and effective healthcare delivery. We promote the principle of integrated design by improved collaboration using a team approach between the professions, and providing leadership in creating more efficient management of the operation, maintenance, and safety of hospitals, their engineering systems, equipment, buildings, and allied support services.