Bethany McKinzie

About Bethany McKinzie

I build infrastructure. Not just operational infrastructure — though that is a…

Experience

1. Sr Project Manager Ai Workforce Strategy

   Arboai

   Apr 2025 — Present

   Arbo AI is pioneering the intersection of infrastructure, labor, and digital transformation. As a Sr. Project Manager, I support multi-stakeholder initiatives that center workforce innovation, AI-readiness, and global development strategy—helping build systems that scale sustainably and inclusively.My role bridges human capital strategy, operational insight, and AI-augmented decision-making for complex construction and infrastructure ecosystems. I lead projects that translate stakeholder needs into phased strategic roadmaps, integrating data synthesis, hybrid team workflows, and digital tool adoption.Key focus areas include:• Workforce transformation and labor readiness• Applied AI strategy across operational and talent systems• Data-informed decision frameworks and impact tracking• Internal team alignment and client delivery models• Strategic research integration for public–private collaborationArbo AI’s broader mission—to support resilient infrastructure, economic mobility, and inclusive growth—deeply aligns with my work at the intersection of workforce systems, community-led innovation, and the future of work. This engagement complements my consulting practice by applying real-world operational strategy to global development challenges.

Education

• Deakin University

  Master's of Arts, International Relations and Affairs

• Missouri Southern State University

  Economics and Finance with a Minor in Spanish

• Ottawa University

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources

  2010 — 2011

• Ottawa University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Strategic Innovation Track

Skills

• Presentation Skills
• Wordpress
• Asana
• Microsoft Office
• Helping Clients Succeed
• Customer Support
• Client Relations
• Emotional Intelligence
• Social Media
• Leadership
• Administrative Assistance
• Virtual Assistance
• Google Apps
• Research
• Creative Problem Solving
• Virtual Teams
• Engaging People
• Email Management
• Training
• Trello
• Customer Service Management
• Event Planning
• Human Resources
• Analytical Skills
• Public Speaking
• Client Success
• Project Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Spanish
• Problem Solving
• Client Development
• Employee Relations
• Reporting & Analysis
• Customer Service
• Data Entry
• Business Process Improvement
• Business Development