Marika Jeziorek

Experience

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  CIGI

  Sept 2009 - Aug 2010

  Balsillie Fellow

  CIGI Fellow who demonstrated a strong interest in global social governance, and who meticulously researched literature pertaining to this field.- Organized a database of global social governance literature- Attended public presentations by world-renown scholars and government officials

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  University of Guelph Model United Nations

  Sept 2010 - Sept 2011

  Founder and President
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  University of Guelph

  Sept 2010 - Apr 2011

  Teaching Assistant

  Well-spoken Teaching Assistant who provided constructive criticism to numerous students, and who challenged them throughout their coursework, helping them become greater learners.- Assisted with the courses Introduction to Politics (2010) and Development & Underdevelopment (2011)- Explained key concepts, theories, and methodologies to students in person or through email- Evaluated hundreds of essays, assignments, and exams, with strict deadlines- Engaged students with the course material, identified areas for improvement, and encouraged further study Show less

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  YouthCan for International Dialogue

  Oct 2010 - Jul 2012

  Director of Recruitment

  Director of Recruitment who assisted with the recruitment, selection, and training of the Canadian Delegation to the 2011 and 2012 G8/G20 Youth Summits.- Strategized ways of promoting the G8/G20 Youth Summits to potential applicants from throughout Canada- Oversaw the efforts and results of recruitment officers, while setting deadlines and priorities- Reviewed hundreds of applications, and contributed to the selection of the Canadian Representatives for the Youth Summits- Prepared training material and provided support for the selected delegation- Represented Canada as the Youth Minister of Economics at the G8/G20 Youth Summit in Paris (2011) Show less

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  Alliance Against Modern Slavery

  Oct 2010 - Mar 2011

  Human Trafficking Researcher

  Highly motivated researcher who enjoyed compiling information on human trafficking and other forms of modern slavery.- Produced written reports on human trafficking and modern slavery- Participated in the decision making and strategizing of the organization

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  G8/G20 Youth Summit

  May 2011 - Jun 2011

  Canadian Minister of Economics
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  Municipality of St.-Charles

  Jan 2012 - Sept 2012

  Economic Development Officer

  Economic Development Officer who strategized ways of achieving economic and community development, and who showed continuous involvement in municipal and community affairs throughout her tenure.- Initiated projects focusing on economic and community development- Worked alongside state and non-state actors to strengthen regional ties- Designed a comprehensive Visitor Guide, which helps promote tourism and encourages settlement in the area- Secured funding for the development of a Strategic Plan, for a Healthy Communities Project, and for community renovations through the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund- Managed the Healthy Communities Project by promoting participation and community involvement, by supervising the Youth Coordinator, and by guaranteeing that all project requirements were met- Facilitated the dissemination of information through the local newsletter, the municipal website, and through the employment of social media- Demonstrated significant proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows operating system Show less

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  Sudbury East Board of Trade (SEBOT)

  Jul 2012 - Sept 2013

  Management Consultant

  Management Consultant who showed commitment to strengthening the Sudbury East Board of Trade as a regional actor, and who demonstrated great initiative when managing and overseeing all projects.- Advised the Board of Directors on decision making and planning, which complemented the organization’s mandate and purpose- Showed great initiative when managing projects and preparing grant applications- Facilitated the spread of information throughout the region by employing social media and updating the organization’s website- Increased membership sales, and in effect increased revenue- Organized the first regional Resource Fair, which business, non-profit, and government representatives attended- Secured sponsorship for the Resource Fair and for a FedNor Economic Development Internship - Reviewed current bylaws, and recommended suggestions for a revised version- Oversaw finances, and undertook bookkeeping responsibilities- Demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication skills Show less

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  J Consulting

  Aug 2012 - Sept 2014

  Founder and CEO

  J Consulting provided solutions and professional services for the business, non-profit, and government sectors. Focusing on growth and development, we helped maximize full potential.Strategic Planning, Business Planning, and Development

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  Euro Brandz

  Oct 2014 - Dec 2023

  Founder and Director

  Facilitating trade between European brands and worldwide buyers. We represent high-quality European apparel brands that have been featured around the world.

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  Research & Innovation Lambton College

  Dec 2022 - Apr 2023

  Research Scientist

  Qualified researcher who assisted with the Sarnia Civic Lab Project – a Partnership between Lambton College and the City of Sarnia that focused on creating a Sarnia Sector Analysis and Business Directory. Advised researchers with their work and approach Provided guidance and support to researchers, when necessary Tackled obstacles and strategized ways to overcome gaps of information Ensured professionalism, timeliness, and proper communication between all partners

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  Lambton College

  Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

  Qualified instructor who challenged hundreds of students from around the world to learn as effectively as possible and to understand the connections between course material and their professional lives. Regularly met with students, prepared course material, and marked assignments. Encouraged students to grow into industry leaders and innovators. Showed initiative and great involvement in carrying out responsibilities. International Business (graduate diploma program)INT-1113: Feasibility of International Trade (three sections)o This course examined what individuals in organizations need to know and do to ensure the success of new international ventures. INT-3133: International Market Entry Strategieso This course reinforced why careful analysis and planning are necessary to choose the most effective market entry strategy for a new (international) venture.INT-3143: Development of Products and Services for an International Marketo This course examined what, why and how organizations develop, adapt, or customize goods and services in relation to international trade. Business DepartmentMKT-3403: SELLINGo This course was designed to provide students with an introduction to professional selling and the skills required to find success in relationship building and sales. Communications DepartmentCOM-1113: Workplace Communicationso This course focused on skills required in any organization or position: writing business documents, responding to realistic scenarios, and speaking in an organized and vibrant manner.COM-3013: Professional Communicationso This course focused on polishing communication skills acquired through one's academic career and workplace experience. Students practiced organized and dynamic speaking and prepared polished business documents. Show less Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Supervisor who coached and supported teams of young agri-business professionals. Mentored and guided employees throughout the term, encouraging solid teamwork, and effective conflict resolution. Ensured deliverables were on target and on time.❖ Supervised professional teams of employees for numerous hours each week❖ Organized Professional Development (PD) sessions throughout the term❖ Upheld and administered office policies and procedures❖ Provided timely feedback on weekly deliverables❖ Conducted weekly individual and team meetings Show less

  • Adjunct Professor

    Aug 2022 - Aug 2023

  • WIL Supervisor (Work Integrated Learning)

    Jan 2023 - Apr 2023
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  Balsillie School of International Affairs

  Aug 2024 - now

  Research Assistant | Digital Birth Control RegulationYork University & Balsillie School of International Affairs (PI: Natasha Tusikov)• Conducting a comparative regulatory analysis of digital contraceptive apps across Canada, the US, the EU, and Australia.• Co-authoring a peer-reviewed article on the governance of digital birth control technologies.• Co-developing a Balsillie School of International Affairs case study on privacy and governance challenges in digital contraceptive regulation. Show less Supporting research and collaboration at the intersection of migration and digital governance. Helped organize the inaugural Migration and Technology workshop in October 2024, facilitating discussions on how digital platforms address refugee health and security through hybrid governance models. Currently contributing to a Special Issue on Migration, Technology, and Development, managing the call for papers, and working closely with researchers to promote interdisciplinary dialogue. Involved in broader strategic development efforts to expand the hub’s engagement with migration and technology research. Show less • Research Assistant for Project: Global Standards and Governance: User Experience Design and AI Regulation in Digital Services• Principal Researcher: Dr. Abby Goodrum, Wilfrid Laurier University and Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA) Fellow• Conducting comparative analysis of digital service standards and laws across Canadian provinces, G7 countries, Scandinavian countries, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Estonia.• Identifying and evaluating governance frameworks and UX principles for AI regulation in digital services.• Synthesizing best practices and challenges in global digital governance with an emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility.• Preparing policy recommendations based on findings to support future publications and grant applications. Show less

  • Research Assistant

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Coordinator, Migration+Technology Hub

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Research Assistant

    Aug 2024 - Dec 2024