Raymond, Alberta, Canada
I am a senior operations and strategy leader with 12+ years of experience supporting founders, executive teams, and boards in complex, growth-focused, and mission-driven organizations. I currently serve as an Executive Director and work as a Chief of Staff–style operator and COO-level partner, helping organizations move from vision and urgency to clarity, alignment, and consistent execution. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and leadership. I am typically brought in when leaders need help turning ideas into plans, plans into ownership, and ownership into results. This includes driving execution cadence, clarifying priorities, strengthening accountability, improving cross-functional alignment, and supporting teams through growth, change, or operational complexity. I have led and supported organizations across nonprofit, public-interest, real estate, agriculture, SaaS, and professional services, including work with governments, utilities, boards, and external partners. I am comfortable operating in regulated environments, fast-moving founder-led businesses, and people-centered organizations where trust, clarity, and follow-through matter. While I am deeply familiar with EOS, Traction, and Rocket Fuel, I view these as transferable operating principles rather than rigid frameworks. I regularly adapt execution systems, decision rhythms, scorecards, and accountability structures to fit the realities of each organization rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach. I have extensive experience working remotely and leading distributed teams across time zones, maintaining strong communication, disciplined execution, and steady momentum without unnecessary bureaucracy. I am open to senior full-time leadership roles as well as selective fractional or interim engagements where my skills can have meaningful impact. My focus is finding the right fit where clarity, execution, and leadership matter. Learn more at https://jordanjensen.ca/
Executive Director responsible for overall organizational leadership, strategy, and operations for a province-wide nonprofit delivering rural safety, health, and wellbeing programs. Accountable for organizational strategy, financial sustainability, governance support, people leadership, and external partnerships. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and funding portfolios, oversee program delivery, and work closely with the Board to set direction and ensure accountability. Key areas of responsibility include organizational strategy, operational execution, fundraising and grants, stakeholder and government relations, team leadership, and change management. Led the organization through rebranding, growth, operational restructuring, and increased program delivery while maintaining strong governance and financial controls. Work closely with funders, municipalities, industry partners, and community stakeholders while ensuring internal clarity, accountability, and execution across the organization.
I work as a senior operations and strategy leader supporting founders, executives, and growth-stage organizations that need clarity, structure, and execution as they scale. With 12+ years of experience across nonprofit, real estate, agriculture, SaaS, professional services, and mission-driven organizations, I am typically brought in as a right-hand operator to help leadership teams move from strategy to execution. My focus is aligning priorities, establishing accountability, and ensuring follow-through on what matters most. I have deep experience working within structured operating systems such as EOS, Traction, and Rocket Fuel, and I apply these principles flexibly across different environments. I am systems-agnostic by design and adapt frameworks to fit the organization, not the other way around. Core focus areas: Chief of Staff and COO-level support for founders and executive teams Operations leadership, strategic planning, and execution management Translating vision into priorities, ownership, and measurable outcomes Cross-functional alignment across operations, growth, finance, and leadership Organizational design, accountability structures, and performance management Change management, restructuring, and operational turnarounds In practice, this includes: Building execution cadences, scorecards, KPIs, and leadership rhythms Supporting growth and scaling initiatives with clear ownership and delivery Strengthening people, process, and decision-making systems Acting as a stabilizing force during periods of growth or ambiguity I am highly experienced in remote and distributed work environments and have led teams across time zones. I am known for simplifying complexity, bringing calm structure, and helping leaders stay focused on outcomes. Industries supported: real estate, agriculture, SaaS, hospitality, professional services, and nonprofit. Recognition: Rising Star Award (Lethbridge College) | 1st Place, Chinook Entrepreneur Challenge
Professional Grant Writer | August 2016 - Present As an experienced and affordable grant writer, I have successfully secured funding for a wide variety organizations across Canada. With over eight years of experience, I am both capable and efficient at crafting compelling grant proposals that align with the unique missions and goals of my diverse clients. My expertise spans across a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, health & well-being, safety, education, park and facility developments, and other types of community development. I bring a deep understanding of the grant writing process, from identifying funding opportunities to managing complex proposals. My approach is thorough and strategic, ensuring that every proposal is meticulously researched, well-organized, and persuasive. I pride myself on my ability to translate complex information into clear, impactful narratives that resonate with funders. Throughout my career, I have built a reputation for delivering high-quality work on time and exceeding client expectations. My passion for helping organizations achieve their funding goals drives my commitment to excellence in every project I undertake. Whether you are looking for grant research, proposal writing, or comprehensive grant management, I'm here to support your organization's growth and success. Let's connect and explore how I can help you secure the funding you need to make a difference.
- Negotiated partnerships with municipalities, utilities, contractors, and investors to deliver fully serviced residential and commercial subdivisions. - Scaled the company from a small startup into a recognized local developer. - Drove a 400% increase in lot sales and revenue by leading business development, marketing, and strategic growth initiatives. - Built strong relationships with regulators and community stakeholders, ensuring compliance with municipal bylaws, servicing agreements, and land-use requirements. - Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, contractors, and site managers to complete multi-million-dollar development projects on time and on budget.