Laura M.
About Laura M.
Laura M. is an Administrative Officer at the Government of Canada, with a background in customer service and aviation management. She has received multiple scholarships and awards in aviation and actively promotes diversity in the field through her podcast and volunteer work.
Work at Government of Canada
Laura M. has been employed as an Administrative Officer at the Government of Canada since 2020. In this role, she has contributed to various administrative functions and operations within the organization. Her tenure at the Government of Canada spans four years, during which she has developed skills relevant to public service and administration.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Laura M. held several positions in customer service and aviation. She worked at The Beer Store as a Customer Service Representative from 2018 to 2019 for nine months. Additionally, she served as a Ramp/FBO Attendant at Carp Airport from 2017 to 2018 for nine months. Laura also worked at Porter Airlines Inc. as a Customer Service Representative from 2019 to 2021 for two years, gaining valuable experience in the aviation sector.
Education and Expertise
Laura M. studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, focusing on Aviation Management. She completed her studies in General Arts and Science from 2015 to 2017. This educational background has equipped her with knowledge and skills applicable to her career in aviation and administration.
Achievements and Scholarships
Laura M. has received several scholarships and awards throughout her career. She was the recipient of the 2019 Canadian Women in Aviation Flight Training Scholarship and the 2020 LadiesLoveTaildraggers FAA Tailwheel Endorsement Scholarship. In 2021, she earned the Continuing In-Flight Scholarship from F.A.S.T. and was honored with the 2020 Advanced Flight Training Bursary from Elevate Aviation.
Community Involvement and Initiatives
Laura M. is actively involved in promoting diversity in aviation through her work on the Holding Short Podcast, where she hosts, writes, and researches content. She serves as Co-Administrator for the Webster Memorial Trophy Competition, which recognizes Canada's top general aviation pilots. Additionally, she is the social media coordinator for this competition and received the 2020 Canadian Owners and Pilots Association Volunteer Award of Merit for her contributions.