Erin Colby
About Erin Colby
Erin Colby is an IT Business Operations professional currently working at Canopy Growth Corporation in Smiths Falls, Ontario. She has a strong background in the hospitality industry, having held various roles at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and the Ottawa Marriott Hotel, and holds an MBA from Dalhousie University.
Current Role at Canopy Growth Corporation
Erin Colby has been working at Canopy Growth Corporation as IT Business Operations since 2018. In this role, she is involved in managing IT operations, contributing to the company's objectives in the cannabis industry. Her experience in the hospitality sector provides a unique perspective on operations management within a corporate environment.
Previous Experience in Hospitality
Before joining Canopy Growth, Erin Colby worked in various roles at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. She served as a Regional Group Sales Coordinator from 2015 to 2018, where she coordinated group sales for notable properties such as Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Prior to that, she was a Royal Service Agent from 2013 to 2014, gaining valuable experience in customer service and hotel operations.
Educational Background
Erin Colby holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Dalhousie University, which she completed in 2013. She also studied at Cornell University, earning a Sales Growth Certificate in 2017. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with a minor in Communications and Geography from Carleton University, completing her studies in 2013.
Experience in Event Management
In 2018, Erin Colby worked as a Small Meetings & Catering Manager at Ottawa Marriott Hotel for 10 months. This role involved planning and coordinating small meetings and catering services, further enhancing her skills in event management and customer service within the hospitality industry.
Expertise in Sales Coordination
Erin Colby has extensive experience in coordinating sales for luxury hotel properties. Her background includes working with prestigious locations such as Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Fairmont Chateau Whistler. This experience has contributed to her expertise in the hospitality industry, particularly in sales and customer relations.