Lynne Barrington
About Lynne Barrington
Lynne Barrington is the Senior Strategy Manager at TELUS, with extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy and strategic communications. She has a diverse professional background, including roles in journalism, animal welfare, and complex case management.
Current Position at TELUS
Lynne Barrington holds the position of Senior Strategy Manager at TELUS. With her extensive background in strategy and communications, she contributes to the company's strategic initiatives. Her role focuses on high-level planning and strategic direction, aiming to enhance TELUS's market position and competitive edge.
Previous Roles at TELUS
Lynne Barrington has an extensive history with TELUS, having worked in various roles over the years. She served as a Strategy Manager from 2018 to 2019 and a Senior Business Analyst from 2017 to 2018. Earlier, she was a Communication Specialist from 2014 to 2017. Each position held by Lynne at TELUS demonstrates her diverse skill set and adaptability in different strategic and analytical roles.
Experience at Seiden Health Group
Before joining TELUS, Lynne Barrington worked at Seiden Health Group in multiple capacities. She was a Complex Case Supervisor from 2008 to 2014, managing intricate cases, and a Complex Case Consultant from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Proofreader in 2007. Lynne's experience at Seiden Health Group honed her skills in complex problem-solving and supervisory roles.
Animal Welfare and Investigation Roles
Lynne Barrington spent time working in animal welfare as a Cruelty Investigator. She worked with the Ontario SPCA from 2006 to 2007 and the Toronto Humane Society from 2004 to 2006. In these roles, she focused on investigating cases of animal cruelty and ensuring adherence to animal welfare laws. This experience reflects her commitment to advocacy and justice.
Journalism Career and Education
Lynne began her professional career in journalism with Independent Newspapers in South Africa. She worked as a Journalist for The Star from 2000 to 2003 and for Pretoria News from 1996 to 2000. Lynne's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in History and Communications from the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika, acquired between 1997 and 2002, and a Journalism degree from Tshwane University of Technology, earned from 1994 to 1996. This foundation in journalism and communications has contributed significantly to her analytical and strategic capabilities in her subsequent roles.