Lisa Dalla Vecchia
Communications & Public Education Specialist @North Shore Emergency Management
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WORK HISTORY
Communications & Public Education Specialist @North Shore Emergency Management
North Vancouver, BC, CA
I lead communications and public education for North Shore Emergency Management, which serves the City of North Vancouver, District of North Vancouver, and District of West Vancouver. My work balances leadership in crisis communications, community engagement, and intergovernmental collaboration to strengthen resilience across the region.Key Highlights•In collaboration with municipal communications teams, lead crisis communications during major events, including the 2024 Atmospheric River and significant residential fires.•Authored the North Shore Crisis Communications Toolkit, now shared with municipalities throughout the Province.•Doubled community preparedness presentations (~60 annually) through innovative programming and management of a 20+ member Emergency Education volunteer team.•Directed the development of NSEM’s Annual Report, providing strategy, content, and guidance, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.•Strengthened relationships with regional/provincial bodies to advance intergovernmental collaboration.•Elevated organizational profile through a refreshed website, integrated social media strategy, and expanded public education campaigns.
EDUCATION
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Associate Certificate in Crisis Communications
Royal Roads University
Master of Arts in Professional Communication
Simon Fraser University
Certificate in Business Communication and Professional Writing
Rutgers University
mini MBA in Social Media Marketing
SKILLS
ABOUT LISA DALLA VECCHIA
I am a strategic communications professional specializing in crisis and emergency management, public education, and community resilience. I’ve led organizations through high-stakes events, including guiding a school district during COVID-19 and serving as information officer in major North Shore emergencies. At North Shore Emergency Management, I lead communications and public education. My work includes authoring the North Shore Crisis Communications Toolkit, expanding preparedness initiatives, and managing a 20+ member volunteer team. I thrive in complex situations where clarity, compassion, and collaboration are essential, and I’m committed to building trust, strengthening intergovernmental relationships, and helping communities prepare for and respond to emergencies.
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