April Lee
About April Lee
April Lee is an Innovation Specialist currently working at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited in Calgary, Alberta. She has a diverse background in retail management and holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Management from Athabasca University.
Current Role as Innovation Specialist
April Lee has been serving as an Innovation Specialist at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing innovative strategies to enhance the co-operative's operations and services. Her position is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where she leverages her extensive experience in retail management and e-commerce.
Previous Experience at United Farmers of Alberta
Before her current role, April Lee worked at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited as a Store Manager from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, she managed store operations in High River, Alberta, Canada. Her responsibilities included overseeing staff, managing inventory, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This followed her tenure as an E-Commerce Multi Unit Store Manager at Wholesale Sports Outdoor Outfitters from 2014 to 2018.
Educational Background
April Lee studied at Athabasca University, where she completed a Bachelor of Commerce from 2012 to 2016 and a Bachelor of Management from 2016 to 2021. She also attended The University of Lethbridge, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from 1993 to 1996. Additionally, she has been studying at the University of Calgary since 2009, further enhancing her academic credentials.
Retail Management Experience
April Lee has extensive experience in retail management, having held various positions at The Home Depot and RONA. At The Home Depot, she served as an Assistant Store Manager from 2010 to 2014 and as a Loss Prevention Manager from 2008 to 2010. Her career at RONA spanned nine years as an Assistant Store Manager and two years as a Resource Protection Coordinator. This diverse background contributes to her expertise in operational management and customer service.