An experienced communications and marketing specialist with a solid background in recreation services and proven success in leadership, strategic planning, and team management.
Currently, as a Communications and Marketing Specialist at Fairwinds, I excel at enhancing brand presence and coordinating marketing efforts, while my prior roles at SOS and RDN highlight my ability to enhance community engagement and manage recreation programs and facilities. With over five years of leadership experience across local government, commercial, and non-profit sectors, I’m committed to fostering vibrant public spaces and advancing recreation services. I hold a Bachelor’s in Visual Arts and am actively pursuing certifications in business, digital marketing, and AI in Generative AI.
Work Experience
FW Enterprises (Fairwinds) - Communications and Marketing Specialist (Present)
District 69 Society of Organized Services - Permanent Full Time Communications Assistant
(2021 - 2024)
Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) (2015 - 2022)
Permanent Part Time Team Leader (2020 - 2022)
Permanent Part Time Lifeguard and Instructor (2016 - 2020)
Casual Lifeguard and Instructor (2015 - 2016)
Sole Trader Photography Business – Alisha Yarham Photography
(2020 – Present)
Consultant to RDN Marketing and Recreation Coordinator
(May 2021-Dec 2021)