Dennis Potharst
Communications and Atlantic Region Program Manager @Electro-Federation Canada Efc
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WORK HISTORY
Communications and Atlantic Region Program Manager @Electro-Federation Canada Efc
Halifax, NS, CA
electrofed.com- Manage all Atlantic Region programming with an annual budget of >$180k- Produce weekly e-newsletter, InfoElectro, which is distributed to ~4,600 members nationally- Maintain and update member records using a CRM database- Lead region\'s Executive Committee and several sub-committees to plan, promote, and execute events and campaigns across Atlantic Canada, meeting or exceeding revenue targets- National team lead for the Young Professionals Network (YPN) with the goal of connecting industry talent across the country- National team lead for EFC\'s Charity Habitat for Humanity Committee and EFC\'s annual Day of Giving campaign raising >$1.6 million since 2022- Represent EFC at biennial Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Technology (MEET) industry show- Develop productive working relationships to engage members regionally and nationally- Advocate on behalf of the automation and electrical industry
EDUCATION
University of Calgary
Bachelor’s Degree, Communication and Media Studies
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Diploma, Journalism - Print Media
ABOUT DENNIS POTHARST
I am a highly-driven communications leader with nearly 17 years of direct experience connecting people and business objectives through effective communications. Known for my attention to detail and first-rate communication skills, I have successfully led cross-functional teams and steered volunteer boards and national committees to deliver on strategic priorities, inspire positive change, and demonstrate measurable value to stakeholders. As a dedicated community leader, I am proud to advocate for the Parkinson Society of Nova Scotia (PSNS) and Raising Awareness for Developmental Language Disorder (RADLD). Additionally, I contribute my efforts as an Advisory Board Member with the Canadian Stuttering Association and Prostate Cancer Canada\'s Atlantic Region Advisory Council.
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