Alanis Rodrigues

Business Advisor

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Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

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About me
Manager, Corporate Communications, RBC Insurance
Education
- Humber College
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  Ontario Graduate Certificate Professional Writing and Communications
  A one-year postgraduate program consisting of two in-class semesters followed by a 12-week internship in the professional writing and communications industry. Focused on helping writers build a solid foundation for their careers in communications, the program provides students with the skills, network and confidence they need to make an impact.
- University of Toronto
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  Honours Bachelor of Arts English and History
  Activities and Societies: DECA UTSG This academic journey has provided me with countless opportunities to write persuasive arguments, research papers and countless essays on a variety of topics from a multitude of perspectives. While pursuing my English major, I learned the art of storytelling and close reading while ensuring my work strikes a proper balance between captivating and professional. My major in History has infused my writing with the analytical skills and empathetic voice of reason every good communicator needs to… Show more This academic journey has provided me with countless opportunities to write persuasive arguments, research papers and countless essays on a variety of topics from a multitude of perspectives. While pursuing my English major, I learned the art of storytelling and close reading while ensuring my work strikes a proper balance between captivating and professional. My major in History has infused my writing with the analytical skills and empathetic voice of reason every good communicator needs to relay important key messages. Show less
Experience
- RBC
  May 2017 - Dec 2017
  Business Advisor
  • Self-sufficiently organized technical subject matter into accessible reports and documents• Assisted Application Custodians in plan migration within the Archer Management System • Created and maintained an accessible Frequently Asked Questions page on the team website
- RBC
  May 2018 - Aug 2019
  • Optimized global employee efficiency by creating useful technical content for 21 unique intranet pages to successfully reduce call center volume by 36%.• Lead daily meetings by introducing a systemized tasking worksheet to improve meeting efficiency for quicker project turnaround times• Hosted weekly team lunches, potlucks and coffee chats at my desk to keep team spirits high and build friendly bonds in a fun, light-hearted way. • Researched & developed specific recovery simulations for 3 possible business-impacting disasters that resulted in cutting response time in half and the protection of data integrity.• Educated product owners on their role in the disaster recovery process through training sessions and FAQ pages generating a better risk mitigation profile for RBC. • Managed team intranet site and optimized user experience by organizing technical subject matter into accessible reports and documents.
  - Corporate Communications Coordinator
    May 2019 - Aug 2019
  - Business Analyst
    May 2018 - Apr 2019
- Humber College
  Feb 2021 - May 2021
  Editorial Assistant
  Editorial Assistant for the Humber Literary Review Spotlight Series
- RBC
  May 2021 - Jul 2024
  • Applying a storytelling approach to compelling internal blogs and newsletter stories that articulate how the CFO Group lives RBC’s Purpose and values• Managing and enhancing key employee digital communications channels, including monthly newsletter and intranet platforms while measuring and evaluating effectiveness • Supporting the development, execution and evaluation of employee town halls and other key internal events and contributing to the development of leadership briefing notes, communications and key message documents Show less
  - Manager, Financial Communications
    Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
  - Advisor, Financial Communications
    Sept 2021 - Feb 2023
  - Corporate Communications Coordinator
    May 2021 - Aug 2021
- RBC Insurance
  Jul 2024 - now
  Manager, Corporate Communications, RBC Insurance
Licenses & Certifications
- Fundamentals of Graphic Design
  California Institute of the Arts
  Jun 2020
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- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  Lean Six Sigma Institute LLC
  Jul 2017
- Google Analytics for Beginners
  Google
  Jun 2021
  View certificate
- Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age
  University of Toronto
  Jun 2020
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- Introduction to Personal Branding
  University of Virginia
  May 2020
  View certificate
Volunteer Experience
- Program Advisory Committee Member - Bachelor of Creative and Professional Writing
  Issued by Humber College on Feb 2022
  Associated with Alanis Rodrigues
- Co President
  Issued by DECA UTSG on May 2019
  Associated with Alanis Rodrigues
- Director Of Recruiting
  Issued by DECA UTSG on Sept 2018
  Associated with Alanis Rodrigues
- Delegate
  Issued by DECA UTSG on Sept 2017
  Associated with Alanis Rodrigues