Colleen Harasymchuk
About Colleen Harasymchuk
Colleen Harasymchuk is a Senior Manager of Internal Communications at Interac Corp., where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in corporate communications and public relations, with previous roles at Softchoice Corporation, WeirFoulds LLP, Women's Executive Network, and Enbridge Gas Distribution.
Current Role at Interac
Colleen Harasymchuk serves as the Senior Manager of Internal Communications at Interac Corp. since 2013. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing internal communication strategies and initiatives within the organization. Her work focuses on enhancing employee engagement and ensuring effective communication across various departments. Colleen has contributed significantly to the development of internal communication processes that align with the company's goals.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Communications
Colleen Harasymchuk has a diverse background in marketing and communications. She began her career as a Marketing Intern at Softchoice Corporation in 2007. Following this, she worked as a Coordinator for Interactive, Social Media & PR at Women's Executive Network from 2008 to 2011, where she managed the quarterly client newsletter and enhanced the public profile of the firm's lawyers. Colleen also held the position of Marketing Communications Specialist at WeirFoulds LLP from 2012 to 2013, focusing on content development for industry publications.
Education and Qualifications
Colleen Harasymchuk studied at the University of Waterloo, where she earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education at Centennial College, obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Corporate Communications and Public Relations from 2007 to 2008. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in communications and public relations.
Skills in Proposal Development
Throughout her career, Colleen has developed skills in proposal development and business communications. At Interac, she has created and organized the firm's online proposals library, establishing processes for repurposing key content for future submissions. Additionally, she has contributed to proposal bids in response to RFPs, supporting the firm's business development initiatives.
Contract Role at Enbridge Gas Distribution
Colleen worked as a Communications Specialist on a contract basis at Enbridge Gas Distribution from 2011 to 2012. In this role, she was involved in various communication initiatives, contributing to the company's outreach and engagement efforts. This experience added to her extensive background in the communications field.