Shanshan Shi
About Shanshan Shi
Shanshan Shi is a Program Officer with the Government of Canada, bringing over a decade of experience in translation and interpretation from her previous roles at McKinsey & Company. She holds an MBA from the Telfer School of Management and has a strong academic background in linguistics and finance.
Work at Government of Canada
Shanshan Shi has been serving as a Program Officer at the Government of Canada since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various projects and initiatives, utilizing her extensive background in communication and management. Her responsibilities include coordinating programs and enhancing client service interactions.
Experience at McKinsey & Company
Shanshan Shi worked at McKinsey & Company for a decade, from 2010 to 2020, in Beijing, China. During her tenure, she held multiple roles, including Translation/Interpretation Specialist and Knowledge Management Coordinator at the McKinsey Global Institute. Her work involved enhancing communication strategies and training team members in effective communication.
Education and Expertise
Shanshan Shi holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa, where she studied Finance and Entrepreneurship from 2020 to 2021. She also earned a Master’s degree in Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics from Beijing Foreign Studies University (2001-2003) and a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from Dalian University of Foreign Languages (1997-2001).
Conference Interpretation and Translation Skills
Shanshan Shi has extensive experience in conference interpretation and translation/editing. Her skills have enhanced communication between client service staff and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and effectiveness in various professional settings. This expertise was developed during her years at McKinsey & Company and through her academic training.
Leadership in MBA Games 2020
While studying at the Telfer School of Management, Shanshan Shi co-directed the MBA Games 2020. Her role involved focusing on fundraising proposals and organizing case competitions, showcasing her leadership and organizational skills in a competitive environment.