Isabelle Robillard
About Isabelle Robillard
Isabelle Robillard serves as the Head of Internal Communications at BusPatrol in Ottawa, Ontario, since 2022. With a background in communications and extensive experience in various leadership roles, she plays a significant role in strategic planning and management within the organization.
Work at BusPatrol
Isabelle Robillard has been serving as the Head of Internal Communications at BusPatrol since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for managing internal communication strategies and ensuring effective information flow within the organization. Her position is based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Robillard plays a key role in the organization's strategic planning and management processes, contributing to the overall communication framework that supports the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Isabelle Robillard studied Communications at the University of Ottawa, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2002. She furthered her education at the Eric Sprott School of Business at Carleton University, completing a program in Communications in 2006. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her extensive career in communications and public affairs.
Background
Isabelle Robillard has a diverse professional background in communications, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as a Communications Officer at the Office of the Auditor General of Canada from 2004 to 2007. She then progressed to roles such as Manager of Public Affairs at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat and Executive Director of Communications at Innovative Medicines Canada from 2012 to 2016. Robillard's experience spans over a decade in strategic communications and public relations.
Previous Positions
Before joining BusPatrol, Isabelle Robillard held several significant positions in the communications field. She served as Director of Communications at Canadian Blood Services from 2016 to 2018 and as Vice President of Communications at HEXO Corp. from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as Director of Health and Life Sciences at Global Public Affairs from 2020 to 2021 and as Vice President of Communications and External Affairs at Brane for a brief period in 2021-2022. Her roles have involved overseeing media relations, managing teams, and leading public affairs strategies.
Leadership and Management Skills
In her various roles, Isabelle Robillard has demonstrated strong leadership and management skills. At the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, she led the Public Affairs Strategic Advisory Team, managing its budget and ensuring alignment with organizational policies. She has experience in supervising and motivating staff, as well as preparing and presenting reports to the Board of Directors. Her ability to oversee media relations and build relationships has been a key aspect of her professional contributions.