About
As a Development Officer at the UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems, I am passionate about connecting alumni, industry partners and organizations with opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the future of food and sustainability.
With a proven track record of success in securing major gifts and cultivating relationships with alumni, supporters and community members, I am committed to building strategic partnerships to help fund initiatives in the faculty that will drive innovation and growth in the areas of food science, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship.
Prior to joining UBC, I developed my skills in fundraising and donor/alumni relations at the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta by working as an Assistant Director, Advancement. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a major in Marketing from the Alberta School of Business.
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The Canadian Alumni Network hosted a casual Summer Reunion for alumni in Beijing during the last week of summer to reconnect and meet new friends in…
The Canadian Alumni Network hosted a casual Summer Reunion for alumni in Beijing during the last week of summer to reconnect and meet new friends in…
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I had such a blast at this year’s Battle of the Bats! What a fun opportunity to spend time with student leaders from AMS and members of UBC’s…
I had such a blast at this year’s Battle of the Bats! What a fun opportunity to spend time with student leaders from AMS and members of UBC’s…
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We’re proud at Vitalus Nutrition Inc that our CEO, Philip Vanderpol, received the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his role in helping to…
We’re proud at Vitalus Nutrition Inc that our CEO, Philip Vanderpol, received the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his role in helping to…
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Vice President Sales and Marketing
New Chinese Generation
- 10 months
o Strategized, executed, and oversaw all NCG marketing strategies for the 2017/2018 year and increased brand awareness, drove traffic to social media and exceeded sales from various events
o Exceeded ticket sales target by establishing effective ticket sales strategy and creating appealing social media and email marketing content
o Led a 15-people marketing team including 2 selected directors, assigned tasks to each individual and oversaw activities and task completion of each individual…o Strategized, executed, and oversaw all NCG marketing strategies for the 2017/2018 year and increased brand awareness, drove traffic to social media and exceeded sales from various events
o Exceeded ticket sales target by establishing effective ticket sales strategy and creating appealing social media and email marketing content
o Led a 15-people marketing team including 2 selected directors, assigned tasks to each individual and oversaw activities and task completion of each individual to ensure the marketing and sponsorship strategies are executed accurately and effectively
o Coordinated a sponsorship team and generated over $3000 worth of sponsorship by negotiating with over 20 sponsors through phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings
o Established sponsorship conditions and sponsor recognition system to maintain positive and long-lasting relationships with existing and potential sponsors -
Vice President External Relations
Chinese Student Club
- 1 year 1 month
o Promoted the club and events through social media and club fairs
o Communicated and coordinated events such as masquerade, Chinese New Year banquet, and icebreakers collaborating with other clubs and sponsors
o Exceeded the amount of sponsorship by 300% for the club by reaching out to potential sponsors
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Japanese
Limited working proficiency
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Chinese
Native or bilingual proficiency
More activity by James
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Career educator and three-time UBC alum, Rob Kim, shares what you can do to cultivate a more joyful mindset at work — including taking a lesson from…
Career educator and three-time UBC alum, Rob Kim, shares what you can do to cultivate a more joyful mindset at work — including taking a lesson from…
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Proud to have represented The University of British Columbia and Canada at the 23rd International Student Summit on Food, Agriculture, and…
Proud to have represented The University of British Columbia and Canada at the 23rd International Student Summit on Food, Agriculture, and…
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It was a pleasure to visit the wonderful facilities at Cultivated Food Labs last week. A big thank you to Joel Gfeller, Kit Ling Poon and your team…
It was a pleasure to visit the wonderful facilities at Cultivated Food Labs last week. A big thank you to Joel Gfeller, Kit Ling Poon and your team…
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🏫 GOING BACK TO SCHOOL!! 🏫 So pleased to be able to reconnect with my alma mater UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems and share the amazing…
🏫 GOING BACK TO SCHOOL!! 🏫 So pleased to be able to reconnect with my alma mater UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems and share the amazing…
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So pleased to join Premier David Eby and Minister Ravi Kahlon to announce a $300 million investment from the Province of British Columbia towards a…
So pleased to join Premier David Eby and Minister Ravi Kahlon to announce a $300 million investment from the Province of British Columbia towards a…
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Invest in your career – you may be eligible for a StrongerBC future skills grant Advance your career in food production through online training with…
Invest in your career – you may be eligible for a StrongerBC future skills grant Advance your career in food production through online training with…
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