Brittany Cawson
About Brittany Cawson
Brittany Cawson is a Business Development Coordinator at Economic Development Winnipeg, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in the sports and events sector, having held various roles at Gymnastics BC and Canucks Sports & Entertainment.
Current Role at Economic Development Winnipeg
Brittany Cawson serves as a Business Development Coordinator at Economic Development Winnipeg. She has held this position since 2019, contributing for over five years. In this role, she produces competitive research that supports Business Development Managers during the sales process. Additionally, she plays a significant role in identifying and engaging local Ambassadors to attract meetings and conventions to Winnipeg.
Previous Experience at Gymnastics BC
Brittany Cawson worked at Gymnastics BC in various capacities from 2011 to 2019. She began as a Program Coordinator for 11 months, followed by a three-year tenure as Membership & Events Coordinator from 2012 to 2015. Subsequently, she served as Member Services Manager from 2015 to 2019. Her roles involved managing member services and coordinating events, contributing to the organization’s operational efficiency.
Experience in Sports and Event Management
Brittany Cawson has extensive experience in sports and event management. She worked as an Event Assistant at Sport Manitoba in 2009 for nine months and as Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Event Staff for one month. Additionally, she served as Ticket Centre Supervisor at Canucks Sports & Entertainment from 2015 to 2018, where she managed ticketing operations for sporting events.
Educational Background in Sport Management
Brittany Cawson studied Sport Management at the University of Manitoba, where she earned a Bachelor of Recreation Management and Community Development (B.R.M.C.D.) from 2006 to 2010. Her education provided her with foundational knowledge and skills applicable to her roles in business development and event coordination.
Early Career at The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
Brittany Cawson began her career in the hospitality industry, working as a Server at The Keg Steakhouse and Bar from 2005 to 2011 for six years. This early experience helped her develop customer service skills and a strong work ethic, which have been beneficial in her subsequent roles in business development and event management.