Blake Allen, MBA, PMP

Experience

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  50 North Solutions Inc

  Feb 2013 - Sept 2018

  President

  Owner and president of a property detailing company that services homes, rental properties and hotels in Whistler, BC. We specialise in demolition, removal, pressure washing and window washing. • As President, I was responsible for all employee and corporate tax filings, WorkSafe BC filings and payroll remittance.• Oversaw the management of 6 staff members and over 300- clients• Was the head of investor relations and ensured the repayment of investor loans 3-years prior to their maturity• Was a continued presence at the Whistler Excellence Awards, Chamber of Commerce events and BNI Whistler Show less

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  Ride On Whistler

  Sept 2015 - Dec 2017

  Business Owner

  Long-term seasonal rental accommodation company that targeted international travellers looking to spend 1-6 months in Whistler, BC. • Bought the business in 2015 and doubled its value in 2-years• The business managed 10 properties and over 60-bed spaces• Was responsible for guest bookings, guest satisfaction, owner relations, accounting and digital marketing • Maintained a part-time staff and dealt with subcontractors both for the business and on behalf of the owners • Organized week-long road trips and bi-weekly social events for guests Show less

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  Vertical Venture Consulting

  Mar 2018 - Sept 2022

  Founder & Lead Consultant

  I work with small business owners to take their businesses to new heights. I want to guide your business to the peak of its potential by helping you design a plan of attack, providing you with the right tools and executing your ascent to greatness. ∙ I work with businesses from a variety of industries such as insurance, transportation, events, construction, health care and non-profits, just to name a few. ∙ I lead large client projects from program audits to business model transformations∙ I coach entrepreneurs to achieve lasting profitability and business resilience through a propriety 4-step approach∙ I help teams build capacity through a detailed analysis of their operations and by implementing new strategies Show less

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  Workforce Housing Solutions

  Apr 2019 - Jun 2020

  Business Owner

  Offering business owners a new way to think about employee housing. Workforce Housing Solutions provided management and maintenance services to employers in Whistler looking to accommodate their staffing needs. As owner and head of business development, my job was to connect with new clients and continue to develop the business model. At the peak of operations, we had 8 properties under management for some of Whistler's top employers and serving over 30 local employees.

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  PwC Canada

  Sept 2022 - now

  Senior Associate

  As a Senior Associate in Digital Operations at PwC, I bring a wealth of experience in helping governments and public sector organizations leverage digital technologies to optimize their operations and drive strategic outcomes. At PwC, I collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals to support our clients in implementing digital solutions that enhance their operations and drive improvement. With a deep understanding of the digital landscape, I am committed to delivering actionable results that help our clients achieve their goals.My areas of expertise include digital strategy, process optimization, and data analytics. I am passionate about finding innovative solutions to complex problems and leveraging the latest digital technologies to drive impactful outcomes.As a Senior Associate at PwC, I am proud to be part of a team that is committed to making a difference in the digital landscape and helping our clients stay ahead of the curve. Show less