Alex Derry

Senior Communications Strategist @Windmill Microlending

Toronto, ON, CA

Reporting to the National Director, Client Success and Marketing in Calgary. I\'m leading the comms charge to enhance and amplify awareness of Windmill\'s economic vision and social impact by advancing their mission through compelling client and organizational storytelling, strategic media engagement, and thought leadership. I work cross-functionally through Marcomms with Developmnent, Partnerships, Client Success, and the CEO\'s office to translate Windmill\'s 20-year story - and those of their 13,500+ clients - into impactful content that drives awareness and inspires support for Windmill\'s mission:To help skilled immigrants and refugees achieve career success in Canada by providing affordable, low-interest loans for education, training, and licensing, as well as wrap-around support services like financial literacy and mentorship.

University of King's College

B.A Hon., Contemporary Studies, History

University of King's College

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Maastricht University

M.A., European Studies, concentration in International Politics