GRAHAM BLAKENEY

Email: graham-b@live.com
Phone: (250) 213-6779
Address: #401-1345 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada
Twitter: @GrahamBlakeney


HIGHLIGHTS

Research and planning skills learned through the various events organized throughout my first co-op term.
Dedication to social and environmental causes shown by my membership in both the Microfinance and Sustainability
clubs at the University of Victoria.
Strong independent workplace skills earned through various tasks delegated by employers, following my instincts and
coming up with solutions to projects and presenting them to clients and managers.
Well-developed teamwork skills achieved through the various group projects undertaken at both Camosun College
and the University of Victoria.
A strong work ethic based on determination to succeed and evident through an A- average achieved during my three
years at Camosun College.
Professional communications skills learned through interacting with clients and co-workers on a daily basis.


EDUCATION

2013
Selected for Exchange Semester at the University of Zurich, Switzerland
Global Strategic Management, International Tax Planning, Designing Effective Organizations

2012
Third Year Bachelor of Commerce Program at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business
Management Information Systems, Business and Sustainability, International Business, Professional Skills Development

2007-2010
Diploma in Business Administration, General Option - Camosun College
Managerial Accounting, Managerial Economics, Marketing Communications, Philosophy of Business Ethics

2007-2008
Certificate of Business Management - Camosun College
Business Management, Leadership, Accounting, Finance, Business Software Applications, Economics


WORK EXPERIENCE

2012 The Investors Group - Assistant to Ms. Rachael Paul
Tel: (250) 727-9191
Independent Workplace Skills gained while in charge of Social Media which led to over six times as many people reached through
her posts; Efficient Data Entry which allowed for consistent information throughout the different databases; Organizing and
Promoting Client Events by securing locations, booking entertainment, food and drinks, and creating event posters.
2010
Parker Johnson Roofing Installers Assistant
Tel: (250) 382-9181
Leadership Skills developed through the coordination of sub-roof installations with a group of three; Strong Work Ethic gained by
thoroughly inspecting job sites before finishing an installation.

2009
Budget Rental Cars Customer Service Representative
Tel: (250) 953-5300
Reduced wait times for customers by improving rental car turnover; Customer Service gained through shuttling clients to and from
their destinations.

2008
JCR Construction Ltd. Assistant to the Foreman
Tel: (250) 479-7254
Independent Workplace Skills led to a promotion assisting the foreman with deliveries, finishing work, and daily closing duties.

2005-06
Jordans Rugs Ltd. (Warehouse) Assistant Warehouse Manager/ Part-Time Sales
Tel: (250) 385-6746
Coordinated shipping and receiving by ensuring flooring installers were both organized and fully prepared for their jobs on a daily
basis; Strong Customer Service built on developed communications skills which in turn led to a promotion in part-time sales.


COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

2013
Sustainability Club at the University of Victoria

2012-Present
Assistant Coach for a Beacon Hill Little League Minors team

2012
Raising money and awareness for the 2012 BC SPCA Paws for a Cause

2011-Present
UNICEF Global Parent
Raised money and awareness for Prostate Cancer through Movember.com
2009
Volunteered at Big Brothers Big Sisters Chocolate Festival through Camosun College


SKILLS
Strong Computer Skills Proficient at MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher.

Social Media Hootsuite Certified




REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST