Jayne Van Dusen

Branding, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy


Experts

Robert McKenney

Professor, School of Advanced Technology

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Application Architecture, SaaS (Software as a Service), Web Application Development, Mobile Application Development, Web Services / API Development, Database Design, JavaScript, Node.js, Vue, React, React Native

Experience

30 years of experience in the information technology industry,
Former founder of a SaaS e-commerce startup,
Alumni of the L-SPARK Enterprise SaaS Accelerator Program,
Hands-on with web and web application development since 1994

Email

mckennr@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 293-0930

Mr. Robert McKenney

Praveeni Perera

Professor

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

International Business, International Expansions, Export/Import, Emerging Economies, Global Affairs, International Relations, International Protocol, Business Etiquette

Experience

Master of Business Administration- International Business, Certificate in Management - Harvard Business School, Certified International Protocol and Business Etiquette Consultant, Certificate in Social International Protocol

Project Manager representing Canada in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) study, 10+ years of experience in international development/project management, 7 years of consulting experience specializing in international expansions, published author of book called "Cocktails & Conversations: a guide to networking"

Email

pererap@algonquincollege.com

Phone

Ms. Praveeni Perera

Michael Tarnowski

Professor, Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Hotel Operations, Managerial Accounting, Revenue Management, Hospitality, Tourism, Hotels, Restaurants, Business Analysis

Experience

Languages

Polish

Email

tarnowm@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5147

Mr. Michael Tarnowski

Jayne Van Dusen

Professor, Brand Management

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Branding, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy

Experience

Jayne Van Dusen is a graduate of Algonquin College’s Advertising program, and has over sixteen years of experience in the advertising industry.

Jayne has spent most of her career working in the client services departments of local advertising agencies. As an Account Executive, and eventually Director of Client Services, Jayne has worked on strategic advertising projects for a range of clients – from retail and national brands, to government and high tech. Jayne has successfully led teams of copywriters, designers, art directors, production artists, and media planners, and managed the work of external advertising suppliers such as market researchers, broadcast production houses, talent agencies, photographers and illustrators.

Email

vandusj@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5530

Ms. Jayne Van Dusen

Denine Wrixon

Co-ordinator, Photography Program

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Photography, lighting, entrepreneurship, teaching

Experience

25 years in the photographic industry

Email

wrixond@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 724-6783 x6119

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Chris Hewett

Professor, Architectural Technology

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Construction, Architecture, Auto CAD, Eco Design, Green Architecture, Sustainable Construction, Computer Technology, Revit, Building Science, Commercial Construction

Experience

Graduate from Algonquin College with a diploma in Architectural Technology and advanced diplomas in Architectural Technology and Computer Engineering Technology

Former Coordinator for both Green Architecture and the Architectural Technology programs.

Former member of the academic workgroup for the Algonquin Center for Construction Excellence (ACCE) as the architecture subject expert; has attended the Green Building Conference in Toronto as a guest speaker on the ACCE Building. He has also been a judge for the Greater Ottawa Homebuilders Association and provided consultation for the green building judging criteria.

Email

hewettc@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5889

Mr. Chris Hewett

Chris Doré

Professor, Business Management and Entrepreneurship (Ottawa campus)

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

International Business, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Financial Modelling, Business Consulting, Public Speaking

Experience

Certified International Trade Professional (CITP®|FIBP®), teach several courses including Global Business Environment / International Marketing / Corporate Finance / Professional Selling / and Entrepreneurship, nominated for Algonquin College's Dianne Bloor Part-time Faculty Award in 2015, founder and CEO of BizZen, international business experience (Korea)

Languages

Korean

Email

dorec@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x2838

Mr. Chris Doré

Casey Schlegel

Trade Credit Specialist, Professor of International Finance (International Business Management program)

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Business insurance, Accounts receivable insurance, Trade Credit insurance, Credit insurance, Corporate bankruptcy and Unsecured creditors, Insolvency Risk, Trade Finance, Trade Capitalization, International Finance, International Insurance, Captive Insurance, Off-shore Capitalization, Off-shore Insurance, Risk Management, Corporate Crisis Management, Restructuring, Special Risk, Automotive Tooling, Private Equity, Family Offices, Blockchain, Blockchain Strategy, Entrepreneurship, International Corporate Expansion

Experience

15+ years with experience in Leadership, Business Development, Finance & Accounting, Managed 2009 'Bail-Out' of GM and Chrysler on behalf of Canadian Federal Government, Underwriter for large and complex Strategic Accounts for an A+ Tier Insurance corporate, Significant transactional experience in supporting and closing deals $5M+ in size (around 300 deals done).

Email

Casey@NacoraTC.com

Phone

(613) 899-8626

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Carol Ann Samhaber

Professor, Marketing and Management Studies

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Employee recruitment and selection, Training and Development, Talent Management, Strategic human resources planning

Experience

While obtaining her Doctor of Education in College Teaching and Learning, Carol Ann’s research centred on faculty professional development, a field she ultimately views as key to strategic success and operational best practices. She also holds a Master of Science in the same field.

Carol Ann holds a number of designations including her CBA, RPR, RPT, CHRL, GPHR, and SHRM-SCP designations. Previously, she has applied her talents in human resources to a number of fields, such as the nonprofit sector and the IT industry.

Email

samhabc@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5260

Dr. Carol Ann Samhaber

Andrew McAughey

Arborist/Instructor

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Woody plant care, rope access/working at height, risk management, small business management

Experience

15+ years industry experience, sales and consulting, seed collection, environmental research, climbing competition experience, ISA Certified Arborist, Ministry Qualified Arborist, Qualified Tree Risk Assessor, Professional chainsaw operator, Electrical & Utility certifications

Email

Mcaugha@algonquincollege.com

Phone

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Experts

Scott Warrick

Chef and Program Coordinator, Culinary Arts

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Chef, Culinary, Food Service, Food Stylist, Kitchen Management, Restaurant Management, Hospitality

Experience

Chef Warrick is also a coach and organizer for many of Algonquin College’s hot food competitions. Chef Warrick has also on many occasions provided support for the College’s special needs students who are interested in learning about the culinary field.

Outside of the College, Chef Warrick works as a Food Service Consultant and has in the past provided food stylist services to McCain International Foods, Loblaw’s & the LCBO. Chef Warrick is Executive Chef and food consultant to Ottawa Bluesfest and Culinary Advisor for the Ottawa Wine & Food Show. He was part of the City of Ottawa’s Street Food Selection Panel and sits on the Board of Directors for the City of Ottawa’s Food Policy Council.

Prior to working at the College, Chef Warrick worked as a Chef for the House of Commons in Ottawa, Canada. At the House of Commons Chef Warrick played an active role in all areas of food production and distribution. Chef Warrick was involved in the development and writing of recipes, food costing, inventory, menu planning, and the training of new staff.

Chef Warrick is a member of the Canadian Culinary Federation of Chefs and Cooks (C.C.F.C.C.), a member of the local CCFCC Executive, and holds his CCC designation (Canadian Culinary Certification). Chef Warrick is a Red Seal Chef.

Email

warrics@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5223

Mr. Scott Warrick

Sandy Ouellette

Professor, Event Management

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Communications, Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning

Experience

Sandy has worked in Event Marketing & Planning industry for over 20 years. As a Global Event Marketing Manager with Nokia for three years, Sandy was instrumental in both the strategic and tactical execution of multi-faceted, complex regional and global events and tradeshows. During her 15 year employment with Mitel Networks, Sandy managed the Global Event Management team and was a key player in creating an annual proprietary conference which brought multiple audiences in one venue. Her work included the creation of integrated marketing programs to ensure goals and objectives were achieved, and the development and management of event critical paths.

Email

ouelles1@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x7258

Mrs. Sandy Ouellette

Robert McKenney

Professor, School of Advanced Technology

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Application Architecture, SaaS (Software as a Service), Web Application Development, Mobile Application Development, Web Services / API Development, Database Design, JavaScript, Node.js, Vue, React, React Native

Experience

30 years of experience in the information technology industry,
Former founder of a SaaS e-commerce startup,
Alumni of the L-SPARK Enterprise SaaS Accelerator Program,
Hands-on with web and web application development since 1994

Email

mckennr@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 293-0930

Mr. Robert McKenney

Robert Brandon

Professor

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Cybersecurity, networking, Linux, computer technicians, information technology.

Experience

* Taught security to BIT-NET students who have now won the Cybersecurity Challenge Ottawa competition three times in three years.
* Certified to teach the CCNA Security and CCNA Cyber Ops certifications.
* 10+ years teaching computer security courses

Email

rob.brandon@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x7217

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Richard Hagemeyer

Professor, Computer Studies

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Computer Studies, Database and Systems Software, Business Development, Management, Event Management, Stakeholder Relations, Marketing, Community Engagement, Team Building

Experience

Has taught 25 distinct courses at Algonquin College in the past 15 years; has worked professionally as a database administrator, systems software analyst, director of technology, and technology specialist; speaker at events such as the Annual Canadian Internet Forum

Email

hagemer@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5974

Mr. Richard Hagemeyer

Rebecca Wakelin

Educational Developer

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

College Teaching, higher education pedagogy, teaching in diverse classrooms, assessing learners in college, classroom management, facilitating group work

Experience

Have been an Educational Developer (teaching consultant) for 5 years, presented at numerous academic conferences as an expert in teaching, hold a Bachelor and Master's degree in Education, serve on numerous boards/committees/groups as a teaching expert

Email

wakelir@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x6200

Ms. Rebecca Wakelin

Praveeni Perera

Professor

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

International Business, International Expansions, Export/Import, Emerging Economies, Global Affairs, International Relations, International Protocol, Business Etiquette

Experience

Master of Business Administration- International Business, Certificate in Management - Harvard Business School, Certified International Protocol and Business Etiquette Consultant, Certificate in Social International Protocol

Project Manager representing Canada in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) study, 10+ years of experience in international development/project management, 7 years of consulting experience specializing in international expansions, published author of book called "Cocktails & Conversations: a guide to networking"

Email

pererap@algonquincollege.com

Phone

Ms. Praveeni Perera

Patrick Ouellette

Coordinator, Information and Communications Technology Security Programs

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

IT/IS Security Analysis, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Digital Forensics, Wired/Wireless Networking Design, Wired/Wireless Networking Implementation, Wired/Wireless Networking Testing, Wired/Wireless Networking Validation

Experience

Patrick is a program and course designer, trainer, Professor and an Applied Research and industry consultant with substantial practical hands-on experience in information systems (IS) and information technology (IT), networking technologies and wireless technologies, operating systems including Linux and Windows, structured cabling (copper/fiber), IS/IT security, penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, digital forensics and programming. Patrick has conducted curriculum, course content and practical/lab content development to meet client or program requirements and standards, needs analysis, and customization of solutions.

He regularly interfaces with industry partners and participates in industry relevant events/conferences to further ongoing business relationships.
Patrick is a Certified Ethical Hacker, and has taken SANS GSEC, InfoSec Forensics and EnCase training.

He is the author of multiple CyberLab articles for PenTesting Magazine. Patrick is the Owner / Chief Consultant of Network Help IT Solutions.

Email

ouellep@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5904

Mr. Patrick Ouellette

Neil Hunter

Coordinator and Professor, Animation

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Traditional Animation, Computer Animation (Harmony, Maya), Storyboarding, Concept Design

Experience

Neil Hunter brings over 30 years of invaluable, on-the-job experience as a full-time Professor and Coordinator in the Animation program at Algonquin College. On top of mentoring students since 2003, he has represented the College by training instructors and developing courses for affiliate organizations in India and Africa.

After graduating from the three-year Classical Animation program at Sheridan College in 1984, Neil worked as a senior animator on the Gemini Award-winning series The Raccoons. He also animated on specials like Teddy Bears Picnic and The Railway Dragon.

By the late 80’s, Neil started working as a Storyboard Artist for various television series, such as For Better or For Worse (Hinton Animation Studios), Beetlejuice, Babar (Nelvana), Richard Scary, Little Lulu (Cinar), The Clique, RoboRoach, Mole Sisters (Funbag), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Fred Wolf Films), X-Men Evolution (Film Roman), Where’s Waldo?, Sonic the Hedgehog, Super Dave (DIC Entertainment), and Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas (Walt Disney Animation Studios), to name a few. He was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Animation for his contribution to Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego? in both 1995 and 1996.

Neil also oversaw the development and production of several projects. As a Director he co-wrote, produced, and directed Little Bear and the Legend of the Stars. As Story Editor and Creative Producer, he worked on Hoze Hounds, Zeroman, and several animated features. Today, Neil remains involved in the industry by doing freelance work.

Email

huntern@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 554-7788 x5821

Prof. Neil  Hunter

Natasha Wood

Coordinator/Professor

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Hairstyling, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry, Advanced Nail Care Techniques, Advanced Skin Care, Spa, Salon and Wellness Facilities Management, Sales Consultant, Academic Mentor, Field Work Coach, Curriculum Development.

Experience

Salon and Spa entrepreneur, Licensed Hair Stylist for 20+ years, Licensed Esthetician 10+ years, Wellness facility management for 7 years, Sales Consultant for Dermalogica Canada and the International Dermal Institute 5 years, Curriculum developer for Algonquin College Hair Styling and Spa Management Program.

Email

woodvin@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x6113

Ms. Natasha Wood

Experts

Jayne Van Dusen

Professor, Brand Management

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Branding, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy

Experience

Jayne Van Dusen is a graduate of Algonquin College’s Advertising program, and has over sixteen years of experience in the advertising industry.

Jayne has spent most of her career working in the client services departments of local advertising agencies. As an Account Executive, and eventually Director of Client Services, Jayne has worked on strategic advertising projects for a range of clients – from retail and national brands, to government and high tech. Jayne has successfully led teams of copywriters, designers, art directors, production artists, and media planners, and managed the work of external advertising suppliers such as market researchers, broadcast production houses, talent agencies, photographers and illustrators.

Email

vandusj@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x5530

Ms. Jayne Van Dusen

Cara Beach

Marketing Officer

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Facebook Advertising (Lead Ad and Display), Lead Generation, Digital Marketing, National and Local Marketing, Marketing Communications, Spotify Advertising, Radio and Audio Advertising, Social Media Marketing (Organic and Paid), Content Marketing and Development (articles, video, photography, social content), Media Buying, Lead Conversion Marketing

Experience

10+ years experience in marketing communications specifically lead generation marketing (various industries)
Current working in industry - Marketing Officer for Algonquin College
Advanced Diploma in Advertising
Google Certified in Analytics and Ads

Email

beachc@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x6349

Ms. Cara Beach

Bradley Moseley-Williams

Professor, Public Relations

Campus

Ottawa

Expertise

Social Media, Public Relations, Communications, Event Management, Stakeholder Relations, Marketing, Media Relations

Experience

After studying sociology at York University, Bradley began his public relations career in the IT industry. He was closely involved in the field’s shift into the world of the Internet and social media, later becoming the Director of PR and Director of Culture for Interactive Media Group. Bradley’s career has since grown to include starting his own PR agency, consulting in PR for the public sector, and serving as the Director of Communications for the City of Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit project.

Email

moseleb@algonquincollege.com

Phone

(613) 727-4723 x7566

Mr. Bradley Moseley-Williams