Kevin Brake
P.O. Box 1322 Station B
Mississauga, ON
L4Y 4B6
Phone: 905-487-6138
Work Experience
SAP - Learning Specialist, Logistics and Master Data – Sobeys Ontario Transformation Project
(Present)
Overview
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- Develop and Implement a Training Centre Strategy.
- Develop and Implement a Training Centre Scheduling Strategy for all Lines of Business in Ontario.
- Develop and Implement a Training Environment Strategy.
- Develop and Implement a Worker Scheduling System with consideration for ongoing operations of the business.
- Develop and Implement a Printing Schedule System to have the correct material available on the correct day at the correct training centre.
- Create Hard Copy and Soft Copy SAP Training Materials for Logistics and Master Data.
- Maintain Share Point Site for all aspects of project.
- Work with Subject Matter Experts to identify Training Material Requirements
- Implement Train the Trainer Program
- Implement Training Material Creation Boot Camp
- Implement Share Point Training
- Implement RWD Info Pak Training
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Summary of Achievements
I have been asked to take a lead role as a Solutions Provider; this role requires research, evaluation and recommendation of strategies to assist the corporation in making informed decisions to assist in company growth.
I have been asked to take a lead role as a Negotiator on behalf of the corporation to work with Legal, Loss Prevention, Risk Management and external vendors to meet the goals of external projects.
I have been asked to take a lead role as an Intermediary to explain the technical requirements of our various projects to the technical team on behalf of the corporate management body.
I conducted research and developed a report that ended up saving 2.5 million dollars for the development of training centers for the SAP Ontario Transformation Project.
e-Learning Specialist Disk Encryption – WinMagic.com
(Contract - 2005)
Overview
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- Develop Training Plan
- Establish Training Centre
- Create Online Training Development System
- Evaluate Current Instruction Methods and Materials
- Clarify and Improve existing Training Materials
- Work with Subject Matter Experts to identify needed Training Materials
- Implement Distance Education Initiatives
- Implement Train the Trainer Program
- Create Online Training Evaluation Tools
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Summary of Achievements
Develop a Training Plan consisting of a Needs Analysis, Learners Analysis, Technical Analysis, Learner Objectives, Course Goals, Training Objectives, Content Design and Organization, Level of Training Required, Resources Required for Implementation, Timeline of Implementation, Budget and Cost Estimates
Establish Training Centre Infrastructure selection and purchase of hardware, software and other equipment.
Create Web-based Training Development System to be used during the creation of e-Learning Modules, all Storyboards were posted to an online system. Subject Matter Experts would review and approved content via the online system.
Evaluate Current Instruction Methods and Materials to clarify and to improve existing training material with the assistance of Subject Matter Experts.
Create New Training Materials using a combination of screen capturing, content arrangement, voice over and animation. Training was available by e-Learning Webinars, PowerPoint Presentations, Streaming Video and DVD Training Material.
Implement Distance Education Initiatives using WebEx.com, GoToMeeting.com, Logmein.com and AtConference.com.
Implement “Train the Trainer” Program trainers were instructed how to use new training material to effectively teach students onsite in Washington, San Francisco, Japan, Australia and the United Kingdom.
Create Customized and Secure Online Training and Evaluation Tools such as an online testing system, login area, report card system and test creation system using Macromedia Flash, ASP and MS Access.
Project Details:
e-Learning / e-Commerce Specialist - CanSomebodyHelpMe.com
(2002 - 2004)
Overview
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- Manage a Team of Tele-workers
- Create Shopping Cart in PERL
- Create Referral, Webcam and Chat Systems
- Install and Configure Computers, Printers and Wireless Systems
- Install Disaster Recovery, Hacker Tracker, Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware Systems
- Deliver Presentations regarding IT Trends
- Develop Marketing Strategies
- Proposal Creation
- Select and Supervise Staff
- Create Instructional Design Plan
- Implement Plan
- Creative Problem Solving
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Summary of Achievements
Manage Tele-workers from Argentina, Toronto, Newfoundland, Ireland, Chicago and Pakistan. Supervise the selection of contractors and supervision of the contractors to ensure required programming and/or design modules were created on time and on budget.
Customized shopping cart solutions using PERL and implementing external shopping carts created by vendors using different application languages.
Creation of value added online systems for referral programs, live chat and web cam customer service system, create other customized applications.
Install and Configure Computers, Printers and wireless technologies oversee webserver and implement anti-virus and hacker tracer software.
Presentations and Training duties included delivering IT Presentations & Training both formal and informal formats for government, private and non-profit groups.
Develop Marketing Strategy and create marketing materials such as logo, website, press releases, shirts, contests and promotions.
Write Proposals and Reports to attract new business, apply for tenders and keep track of business activities.
Coordinate the hiring of staff and activities of multimedia programmers, artists, and media producers.
Create Instructional Design Plan including a style guide, storyboard, naming convention, select a target platform and develop a programming plan.
Project Plan Implementation lead development team meetings, head brainstorming sessions, keep team on schedule, find solutions to project challenges and keep within budget. Write and edit multimedia scripts using the appropriate tools and applications. Obtain and edit multimedia assets text, audio, video and graphics.
Problem Solving by accepting critical feedback, and work through problems with clients, document client interactions and decisions, prepare weekly project status report.
Lead Programmer and Project Manager for the Papanicolaou Smear Certification E-Learning Project. This application is the first of it's kind in North America.
Lead Programmer and Project Manager for Rules of the Road Drivers Education E-Learning Project.
Lead Programmer and Project Manager for My First Puppy E-Learning Project. This project received 5 golden cows by the tucows.com Website.
Project Details:
Regional IT Trainer - VolNet Community Services Council
(2001 - 2002)
Overview
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- Develop Training Material
- Implement Training Plans
- Evaluate Effectiveness of Training Plans
Summary of Achievements
Set up users with Internet connectivity (hardware and software) and providing Internet training and support to voluntary organizations for Western and Central Newfoundland. Position required computer troubleshooting, report writing, travel and the ability to provide Internet training in an easy to understand format in both a formal and an informal classroom setting.
Teach MS Office Suite, Internet Applications, Website Creation, Website Marketing, Windows, Networking, CorelDraw, Corel WordPerfect, Adobe Suite – Acrobat, Photoshop, Premiere, PageMaker & SoundForge. I have taught additional classes for other software applications.
Project Details:
Business Plan Developer / Internet Multimedia Manger - BusinessPlanWorld.com
(1997 - 1999)
Overview
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- Interview Entrepreneurs
- Research Facts and Figures
- Create Financial Estimates based on Market Research
- Create 1st Award Winning E-Book Sales System
- Implement Internet Marketing Strategy
- Create Multimedia to be used online and CDROM
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Summary of Achievements
Business Plan Developer duties included working with existing and potential entrepreneurs to outline business objectives.
To collect, gather and compile research facts and figures within the target market and industry sector to answer key business planning questions in the written portion.
Create estimates for cash flow, balance sheet, income statements and break even analyst for the financial section.
Internet Multimedia Manager duties included heading a team of developers to create one of the first online digital product sales systems for e-books.
Implement an Internet Marketing Strategy that started in 1997 and now has this company listed at the top of many search engines.
To create multimedia content to be used either online or with CDROM Applications. Create streaming video interviews to assist new and existing entrepreneurs evaluate business opportunities. To streamline client specific business plans into a generalized format for use within a given sector – for example create a general outline for a restaurant business plan with the direct input from industry mentors.
Project Details:
Webmaster / Project Manager - Community Internet Partnership Project
(1998 - Contract)
Proposal Creation to request government financial assistance to develop a web presence for the Town of Stephenville, Economic Development Zone 9 and the Festival Coast Tourism Association. The proposal was accepted and funding was granted to complete this project within a 3-month period.
Research and Development of existing websites that contain similar content to the desired website project to be completed. Arranged a meeting with key stakeholders involved and provided a presentation outlining recommendations for website content and layout.
Storyboard and Scope Document of content provided by both Economic Development Zone 9 and the Festival Coast Tourism Association and organized the information into a suitable structure to be used on the Internet. The Town of Stephenville content was researched and developed under my own initiative as no formal information was provided to be included for that segment of the project. The target audience for this project was identified as individuals with low-end computers running 486, 14.4 (Internet Connections) 256 Color, 640X480 capable systems.
Librarian / Business Plan Researcher / Computer Support Specialist – ACOA/Enterprise Network
(19911997)
Research, Collect and Compile Data for use by Entrepreneurs, Government Agencies, Community Groups and Educational Institutions. Utilize various Online Databases, the Internet and Business Reference Books for information retrieval on a wide variety of topics. Assist clients with development of resumes, business plans market research and financial projections.
Maintain a Computerized Office working with a Novel/Saber Network, Setup Users on Network, Configure Workstations, Install and Configure Applications, Computer Trouble Shooting, Webmaster, Graphic Design Logo, Operate Branch Library, Delivery of Computer Training Courses, Database Maintenance and Creation.
Provide Support to local development agencies, to make potential entrepreneurs aware of how technology can improve, create and increase business opportunities. Working with local Zone Boards for Southwestern Newfoundland to develop an Internet Presence, Provide training for Community Access Program Workers and assisting businesses with the use of information technology.
Adapting to Ever Changing Technology Trends by personally upgrading my skill level as an employee by self directed learning of new software before formal education was available. Then taking my self taught skills and providing instruction on the latest software developments to our clients, volunteers and staff.
Coordinator / Instructor Resume Preparation - Career Exploration for Youth
(1990)
Interview and Select students for the Career Exploration for Youth Program.
Maintain Budget for Office Operation, Student Training Allowances and Field Trips.
Liaise with local Community Groups, Development Agencies, Town Council, Canada Employment Centre, Indian Band Council, Educational Institutions and with the Business Community.
Conduct Information Sessions on WordPerfect and Resume Preparation, Quicken 5.0 and the Acoa/Enterprise Network OnLine Computer Services.
Organize Activities and events for the Career Exploration for Youth Students.
Keep Record's of student attendance, progress, placement, training allowance and other required forms for C.E.I.C., Westviking College, and Revenue Canada.
Education
-Bachelor of Professional Arts in Communication Studies (distance ed.) Athabasca University.
-Multimedia Courseware Production (4.0 Honors Student) College of the North Atlantic.
-Business Entrepreneurship Western Community College.
-Retail Merchandising Western Community College.
-ACOA - On the Job Training Various Information Technology Products.
-Goldsmith / Jeweler Alteen’s Jewelry.
-Optical Technician West Coast Optical.
Community Involvement
-Member of NATI - Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Technology Industries (Present).
-Member Information Technology Committee - Zone 9 Board (Present).
-Member of the Board of Governors - Canada Winter Games (1999).
-Chairperson - Annual Stephenville Winter Carnival (1996 1999).
-Member Planning Committee - Cabot 500 (1997).
-Computer Consultant - Bay St. George Sick Children's Foundation (1996).
-Computer Consultant - Judo Nationals (1995).
-Computer Consultant - Communication for Survival (1996).
-Coordinator - Entrepreneurial Expo - (1992).
Awards
President’s Award for Academic Excellence: Year 2000 Graduating Class of the College of the North Atlantic, Stephenville Campus.
Valedictorian: Year 2000 Graduating Class of the College of the North Atlantic, Stephenville Campus.
New Tel Scholarship: awarded for academic excellence in Multimedia Courseware Production.
Student Council Scholarship: in recognition of outstanding achievement in Multimedia Courseware Production.
Town of Stephenville Scholarship: provided to the student whose voluntarism has contributed to the community and whose academic achievement has maintained a high degree of excellence in Multimedia Courseware Production.
College Honors Society: for maintaining a 4.0 grade point average.
IT Hero Award: presented by ITAC for excellence in Information Technology.
References
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