Jill Swenson
About Jill Swenson
Jill Swenson is the Director of Operations at the Government of Canada, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in Theatre, Economics, and International Business, she focuses on understanding processes and challenging the status quo in her role.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Jill Swenson currently serves as the Director of Operations at the Government of Canada, a position she has held since 2021. She operates from Vancouver, British Columbia, and is involved in the Office of the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities. In this role, she focuses on operational strategies and processes that support governmental functions and initiatives.
Previous Experience at Government of Canada
Before her current role, Jill Swenson held several positions within the Government of Canada. She served as the Director of Operations & Regional Affairs from 2018 to 2020 and as Senior Manager, Operations & Regional Affairs from 2016 to 2018, both in the Ottawa, Canada Area. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Advisor from 2020 to 2021 in Vancouver, British Columbia, contributing to various operational and strategic initiatives.
Educational Background
Jill Swenson obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the University of Saskatchewan, where she studied Theatre/Theater and Economics from 2000 to 2006. She also studied International Business and Finance at the University of Alberta from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background provides her with a diverse skill set applicable to her roles in operations and management.
Professional Experience in the Private Sector
Prior to her extensive career in government, Jill Swenson worked in the private sector. She was a Manager of Inventory Planning at lululemon athletica from 2008 to 2013 in the Edmonton, Canada Area. Additionally, she worked as a Consultant in Public Engagement and Strategic Communications at Hill+Knowlton Strategies from 2013 to 2016 in Calgary, Canada Area.
Professional Interests and Approach
Jill Swenson exhibits a strong focus on challenging the status quo in her professional approach. She is driven by curiosity, often seeking to understand the underlying reasons and mechanisms behind processes. Her inquisitive nature is reflected in her consistent questioning of 'why?', 'how?', and 'why not?', which informs her operational strategies.