Management excellence with the utmost attention to detail.
What I believe in
03. Commitment
Seeing every project through with focus, accountability, and a genuine drive to deliver results that make a difference.
04. Quality
Giving my best to each project. Delivering quality work builds trust, reflects professionalism, and drives lasting impact.
01. Empathetic Leadership
Building trust by leading with honesty, integrity, and creating a culture where people feel seen, supported, and motivated to do their best work.
02. Collaboration
Collaboration boosts creativity, strengthens team dynamics, and ensures that diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
Experience
Program Manager, Ocean Pathways
Ocean Wise
2021 — 2025
Delivered a work-integrated learning and mentorship program for young professionals by building partnerships with 30+ government, research, and conservation organizations to co-host placements.
Supervised a staff team of four, and managed a $2.3 million budget.
Presented at the 5th International Marine Protected Areas Congress in Vancouver, BC alongside Parks Canada on the mutual benefits of experiential learning and mentorship programs for young professionals and host organizations: IMPAC5-IS-1334
Promoted from the Program Administrator position (2021-2022) due to strong leadership, collaborative engagement, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Business Owner & Jeweller
Erin Christensen Jewellery
2013 — 2021
Sole proprietor; managed all business administration, marketing, and customer relations while designing and creating one-of-a-kind and limited-edition collections.
Exhibited internationally, publicized in British Vogue, and nominated for several international awards.
Manager & Instructor
Argentum Jewellery School & Shop
2018 — 2020
Established, managed, and streamlined operation and administrative systems for organizational efficiency, increasing sales by 180%.
Supervised a team of 3 and 4 instructors, and managed all customer and supplier relations.
Projects Coordinator & Office Manager
Indigenous Disability Canada
2020 — 2021
Coordinated and delivered projects with $1 million budgets.
Engaged First Nations in community-led consultations; researched and analyzed for policy recommendations.
Executive and administrative support to the Director and a team of 10 staff, including records management.
Education
Professional Certificate in Project & Change Management
Working towards the CAPM® and PMP® certifications.
2025 — Present
Royal Roads University
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Practice
GPA: 4.0
Capstone research paper titled: "Coral Reef Restoration: Engaging Local Knowledge and Diverse Voices for Reef Resiliency and Sustainable Livelihoods."
2020 — 2022
Royal Roads University
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jewellery Design & Metalsmithing
NSCAD University
2012 — 2015
University of Alberta
2009 — 2011
Additional Experience
Volunteer Research Assistant, Marine Spatial Ecology Lab
The University of Queensland
2024 — 2025
Assisting Dr. Tania Kenyon’s research on coral rubble
Coral Reef Ecology & Restoration Internship
Blue Corner Marine Research
2022
Full-time month-long internship with daily lectures and diving activities related to three modules:
Coral ecology and marine invertebrates and reef fish ID
Reef health surveying and monitoring
Coral restoration: training in each aspect of planning and running a coral restoration project
Member, Board of Directors
Craft Council of British Columbia
2020 — 2021
Represented emerging artists and jewellers on the board.
Certifications
CAPM® [in progress]
PADI Rescue Diver (December 2022); PADI Advanced (2022); Open Water Diver (2007) - 60+ dives
Capra Course - The Systems View of Life (January 2021)
Viristar Risk Management in Outdoor Programs (October 2022)
Quabbin Mediation Active Bystander Intervention Training (September 2022)
Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Prevention (April 2021)
GBA+ Introduction to Gender-based Analysis (September 2020)
Class 5 Drivers License
Empathetic Leadership
Organization & Process Optimization
Strategy & Planning
Attention to Detail
Relationship Building
Adaptability & Problem Solving
Interpersonal Skills
Design & Creativity
Communications
Critical Thinking