Michael Olthuis
About Michael Olthuis
Michael Olthuis serves as a Planning and Project Support Officer with the Government of Canada, a role he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in various positions within the government and private sectors, including finance, marketing, and project support.
Work at Government of Canada
Michael Olthuis has been employed at the Government of Canada since 2021 as a Planning and Project Support Officer, SP05, in the National Capital Region. His role involves providing support for various planning and project initiatives. Prior to this position, he served as a CVB Training Facilitator for two months in 2021 and held the position of Collections Contact Officer, SP04, for three months in 2019. He also worked as a Collections Officer, SP05, from 2020 to 2021 and as a Trust Accounts Examination Officer, SP05, for three months in 2021. Additionally, he has been involved in mentoring young professionals as part of the NCOTSO’s Young Professionals Network since 2021.
Education and Expertise
Michael Olthuis studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where he earned an Honours, Three Year Advanced Diploma in Business Administration with a Marketing Major from 2016 to 2018. During his academic tenure, he developed a marketing plan for the Ottawa Champions and organized an industry networking event. His educational background equips him with skills in project management and marketing, which he applies in his current role at the Government of Canada.
Background
Before joining the Government of Canada, Michael Olthuis gained experience in various roles. He worked as a Finance Clerk 2 at the District Municipality of Muskoka for two months in 2019. He also held positions at Jebco Industries Inc. as Marketing & Account Development and Account Manager from 2018 to 2019. His early career included management roles at McDonald's, where he progressed from Crew Member to Swing Manager and eventually became a manager at the age of 17.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Michael Olthuis has been involved in several initiatives that demonstrate his leadership and organizational skills. He served as Chair of the NCOTSO’s Young Professionals Network from 2020 to 2021, where he contributed to networking and professional development for young professionals. His academic projects included providing a sales audit for Canarm Ltd, showcasing his analytical capabilities in a business context.