Michel Mailloux
About Michel Mailloux
Michel Mailloux serves as the Executive Director of Planning and Operations at Natural Resources Canada, bringing over 20 years of experience in strategic leadership and organizational design. His career includes various roles within the Department of National Defence, where he focused on public affairs and change management.
Work at Government of Canada
Michel Mailloux currently serves as the Executive Director of Planning and Operations at Natural Resources Canada. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the department's strategic initiatives in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, he leads corporate administrative support for the Minister’s Office, ensuring effective operations and alignment with governmental objectives.
Previous Roles at Natural Resources Canada
Prior to his current role, Michel Mailloux worked at Natural Resources Canada as the Director of Issues and Events Management for a period of seven months in 2018. His responsibilities included managing communications and public relations strategies to address various issues impacting the department.
Experience at Department of National Defence
Michel Mailloux has extensive experience at the Department of National Defence, where he held multiple positions over a span of several years. He served as the Chief Instructor at the Defence Public Affairs Learning Center from 2004 to 2007, and later as the Director of Army Public Affairs from 2012 to 2016. His roles included overseeing public affairs strategies and training personnel in effective communication practices.
Educational Background
Michel Mailloux holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree from the University of Leicester, which he completed between 2009 and 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from both the Royal Military College of Canada and Université du Québec - Télé-université. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic leadership and organizational management.
Professional Certifications and Skills
Michel Mailloux is certified as a Professional Coach from Erickson College International. He possesses over 20 years of experience as a senior strategist, focusing on organizational design, change management, and performance process improvement. His critical expertise includes international advisory roles, where he has contributed to enhancing operational efficiencies within various organizations.