Laura Draper
Manager, IT Strategic Initiatives (Deloitte Global Technology) @Deloitte
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WORK HISTORY
Manager, IT Strategic Initiatives (Deloitte Global Technology) @Deloitte
Toronto, ON, CA
Lead global, cross-functional initiatives connecting teams across geographies, operating effectively in a complex, matrixed environment while adapting quickly to shifting priorities• Drive DT GDAS communications, stakeholder engagement, and operational support, partnering closely with the Office of the Global CIO, DT Global Business CTOs, and Director-level stakeholders to align messaging, initiatives, and delivery• Provide proactive, high-impact operational and strategic support to the Senior Managing Director and eight Managing Directors• Develop and deliver executive communications, including speaking notes, enterprise-wide emails, newsletters, agendas, web content, etc.• Plan, execute, and facilitate senior-level meetings and global town halls (500+ attendees)• Delegate work to PPMDs & below, across geographies, coaching team members and providing feedback to ensure high-quality results
EDUCATION
DPA Communications Corp
Two day course, Adobe InDesign
George Brown Polytechnic Continuing Education
UX Design Fundamentals (Course)
Sheridan College
Certificate, Digital Communications
George Brown Polytechnic Continuing Education
Digital Analytics Certificate
BMO Financial Group Institute for Learning
Leadership for Individual Contributors Course
University of Toronto Mississauga
Honours B.A., Communications (CCIT), Professional Writing, English
Canadian Marketing Association
Developing the Marketing Plan (Seminar)
George Brown Polytechnic Continuing Education
Social Media Marketing Certificate
Professional Convention Management Association
Strategic Event Audience Engagement Course
Canadian Marketing Association
Digital Marketing Certificate Course
Humber College
Honours Certificate, Corporate Communications
BMO Financial Group Institute for Learning
Fundamentals of Difficult Conversations
ABOUT LAURA DRAPER
I’m a communications and enterprise delivery professional with 15+ years of experience leading complex initiatives from concept through execution across financial services and technology-driven organizations. My background spans internal and external communications, cross-functional delivery, and enterprise-level operational improvement.I specialize in translating business needs into clear, actionable plans, coordinating work across diverse global teams, and strengthening the overall client and stakeholder experience. Known for being highly organized, collaborative, and solutions-focused, I bring a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution that helps move initiatives forward efficiently.My experience includes:• Strategic planning and leadership support• Enterprise communications (internal and external)• Initiative delivery, workflow optimization, and operational enablement• Operational effectiveness and process improvement• Stakeholder engagement across global teamsI’m passionate about enabling leaders to make informed decisions, simplifying complex initiatives, and building practical operational frameworks that help organizations operate effectively at scale.
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