Brent Wennekes

Principal Advisor, Research and Development @Gardon Construction Ltd

Winnipeg, MB, CA
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WORK HISTORY

Jan 2025 — Present

Principal Advisor, Research and Development @Gardon Construction Ltd

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I provide strategic leadership on Gardon’s research and innovation agenda, supporting the development of applied R&D initiatives and aligning project activities with national funding programs and policy priorities. My role includes advancing cross-sector partnerships, strengthening research governance, and supporting knowledge mobilization, IP planning, and long-term innovation strategy. I work to ensure Gardon’s R&D efforts are well-positioned for impact, standards alignment, and future commercialization.

EDUCATION

2006 — 2008

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Diploma

N/A

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Diploma

2000 — 2005

Acadia University

B.B.A.

2023 — 2026

The University of Winnipeg

Masters in Development Practice - Indigenous Development

SKILLS

Community OutreachPublic SpeakingStrategyBloggingSpeech WritingEntrepreneurshipProgram ManagementCrisis CommunicationsAward SubmissionsEvent ManagementStrategic CommunicationsCommunity DevelopmentMarketing CommunicationsFundraisingCorporate EventsCorporate CommunicationsSocial MediaPress ReleasesNewslettersInternal CommunicationsSocial Media MarketingProposal WritingAnalysisGovernmentSocial NetworkingConsultationsDigital MediaPublic RelationsIntegrated MarketingEvent PlanningManagement ConsultingSocial Media OutreachDirect SalesMedia RelationsCopy EditingBusiness ManagementProject ManagementReport WritingCommunications PlanningManagement

ABOUT BRENT WENNEKES

As a communications specialist who has spent nearly 15 years working with the best and brightest from industry and academia in support of their innovation endeavors, I bring a unique perspective to any project or team. Moreover, I have a demonstrated knack for communicating complex subject matter through various mediums and with a wide range of objectives, including business development, project development, and stakeholder awareness. Performing in various leadership roles, I\'ve supported research, technology development, and innovation across virtually all industry sectors and academic disciplines. I\'m always proud to play a role in supporting a resilient Canadian business and research landscape. Here are some of the ways I might be able to help your organization achieve its goals- Strategic analysis, development, and execution, especially involving dynamic teams and partners - Stakeholder relations, including strategic consultations - Survey development, execution, and reporting - General marketing and communications support; especially proficient at all forms of written communications, including PR style, grant/award application writing, report creation, etc. Being networked with some of Canada\'s brightest minds and most experienced innovation professionals has its advantages and I will be pleased to share these advantages with my clients, including bringing in additional exports to meet the needs of your project. What\'s important to me in a partner or client, is integrity. I always aim to say what I\'ll do and do what I\'ve said, and to do things the right way - every time.

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