Jason 

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“Changing Dilemmas into Solvable Problems”


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Senior Instructor

Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School

Outcome Highlights:

  • Cross-instiutional export COVID-19 Safe Training Methodology
  • COVID-19 Basic Military Qualification Course
  • COVID-19 Basic Military Officer Qualification Course
  • Forces wide training revision, C7A2 Manual of Arms Revision 1.0.02
  • Champion for Canadian Forces Aboriginal Entry Program
  • Awarded School Commandants Commendation

Pioneered COVID-Era Training Solutions: Spearheaded the development and iteration of Canada’s first national basic training courses for enlisted personnel and officers during the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing research-driven best practices and KPIs to maintain safety and operational excellence.

Transformational Leadership Coaching: Empowered instructors and senior leaders through advanced instructional techniques and transformational leadership coaching, resulting in measurable improvements in performance metrics and overall readiness levels.

Leadership & DEI Mentorship: Mentored instructor teams and course recruits in leadership, excellence, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), successfully transitioning diverse groups into cohesive, high-performing teams with enhanced socio-cultural awareness.

Advanced Skills Development: Designed and led advanced skill programs, elevating the instructional capabilities of up to 400 instructors annually, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in training.

Efficient Course Administration: Streamlined administrative functions including budgeting, reporting, and personnel management, ensuring seamless course execution and optimal resource allocation.

21 Years of Service

"Learning From Experiences and Those With Experince."

Project Management

Senior Command Roles

  • Commanded and led teams ranging from 10 to 144 personnel with exceptional results.
  • Oversaw multi-million-dollar fleets of military vehicles and equipment with exacting detail.
  • Led project teams of 10 to 45 members, consistently achieving project goals on time and on budget.


Program Development

  • Developed and implemented advanced skill and knowledge-based programs for up to 800 personnel annually, enhancing combat readiness.
  • Integrated evidence based best practices from extensive research to innovate and improve training programs.


Collaboration and Networking

  • Collaborated with global intelligence partners, including the Five Eyes community, to provide critical, actionable intelligence.
  • Advised at the ministerial level through detailed briefings and comprehensive intelligence reports.
  • Nurtured and established relationships at all levels often bridging soli-cultural and linguistic barriers. 

Human Resource Management

Excellence in People Development

  • Fostered cultures of resilience and adaptability, preparing teams to adapt and overcome complex operational challenges.
  • Assessed and developed high-performing teams through regular evaluations and mentorship.


Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • Promoted diversity and inclusion through innovative training approaches, integrating diverse cultural perspectives.
  • Incorporated knowledge and experience of diverse socio-cultural beliefs and practices through collaboration including First Nations, Metis, and Inuit partners, fostering mutual respect and understanding.
  • Integrated diversity and equity training to enhance knowledge and skill transfer, effectively adapting to multi-generational and gender-diverse groups.


Administrative Mastery

  • Supervised administrative functions for a reserve unit of over 150 personnel, enabling operational success.
  • Managed clerical services, including leave, claims, pay, and travel arrangements, vital for organization functionality.

Materials Management

Strategic Management

  • Maintained an operational readiness rate above 80%, enabling rapid deployment during emergencies.
  • Managed essential services, including repairs, maintenance, supply, and equipment replacement, ensuring mission readiness.
  • Implemented inventory control systems that reduced equipment loss and improved accountability.
  • Developed and executed strategic resource allocation plans, optimizing the use of available resources.


Logistics and Supply Chains

  • Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of supplies and equipment to support operational needs of sub-units.
  • Trained and mentored team members in material management best practices, fostering a culture of efficiency and excellence.
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with federal standards and mission planning protocols.

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Publications

I share insights and lessons from my academic and professional journey in leadership and disaster and emergency management, offering articles designed to assist and inspire others in the field.

Testimonials

"Jason perfectly encapsulates the numerous ethos and values of the Canadian Armed Forces, namely discipline, teamwork, duty, integrity and courage." 

L. Darras, Lieutenant-Colonel, Deputy Commander, 19 April 2021

Leadership & Inclusion

"I believe in seeking and accepting responsibility and learning from both experience and those with experience."

Approaches to Success

"My greatest strength has always been my people and ability to leverage and network their capabilities to succeed."