
Michelle McFadden, CMC
Manager of Finance and Control

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About me
Certified Management Consultant, Award Winning Business Coach
Education

Mullumbimby High School
1982 - 1988
Southern Cross University
1990 - 1993Bachelor of Business Degree Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management
Experience

Rocky Credit Union
Sept 1993 - May 2007Manager of Finance and Control
Helen Hunley Insurance
Jun 2007 - May 2008Office Manager
The Mountaineer Publishing Company
Jun 2008 - Jan 2012Advertising Consultant
Rural Alberta Business Centre - Rocky Mountain House
Feb 2012 - Jun 2019Small Business Advisor
Colourful Communications
Jan 2014 - Jun 2024Business OwnerEngaging, information packed and fun workshop to improve communications at work and at home

WOW Women In Business
Jun 2014 - Jun 2024WOW! is a community for women in business and leadership who aspire to reach their full potential. Founded by Michelle Andrishak, a fun and ferociously focused Certified Management Consultant, Certified Business Coach, Mentor and Trainer to help female entrepreneurs increase productivity & profitability through connections, coaching, learning opportunities and powerful mastermind groups.WOW! Women are enthusiastic life-long learners and seek to build meaningful, mutually beneficial business relationships. Sometimes the entrepreneurial journey can be challenging and WOW! by Michelle Andrishak is here to support, encourage and inspire you to build the business of your dreams….knowing that even though you are in business for yourself… you are never alone in your journey. Show less
CEO & Founder, WOW! International Women In Business & Leadership Inc.
May 2019 - Jun 2024Founder
Jun 2014 - Jun 2024

Innisfail and District Chamber of Commerce
Nov 2022 - Nov 2022Executive Director
Michelle Andrishak Consulting
Nov 2022 - nowBusiness Consultant
Everything H2O Ltd
Jan 2023 - May 2024Controller
Regional Business Support Network
May 2024 - nowBusiness Development Advisor
Licenses & Certifications

Certified Personality Dimensions Facilitator
Career/Life Skills Resources IncFeb 2014
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Michelle McFadden, CMCCanadian Biz Chicks - Boss Chick Mentor Canadian Business Chicks Sep 2017 Small Business Advisor for the Rural Alberta Business Centre here in Rocky Mountain House has been awarded a 2017 Women of Inspiration Award.Michelle Andrishak was awarded the Boss Chick Mentorship Award from the Canadian Business Chicks on Saturday, September 30 in Calgary.“I’m blessed and humbled by this award, to be recognized for my work across Canada is amazing. But without the support and encouragement of my family, colleagues at The Town of Rocky Mountain House and my… Show more Small Business Advisor for the Rural Alberta Business Centre here in Rocky Mountain House has been awarded a 2017 Women of Inspiration Award.Michelle Andrishak was awarded the Boss Chick Mentorship Award from the Canadian Business Chicks on Saturday, September 30 in Calgary.“I’m blessed and humbled by this award, to be recognized for my work across Canada is amazing. But without the support and encouragement of my family, colleagues at The Town of Rocky Mountain House and my valued clients this award would not be possible. I’m blessed to be in this position, and work very hard to inspire, empower and support entrepreneurs in Central Alberta and I hope to able to provide value to the business community for many years to come," said Andrishak.Andrishak is a mentor and connector inspired to assist people in making their business dreams a reality by providing entrepreneurs support and guidance through one on one consultations, and workshop/seminar development. She also developed WOW! A networking and connecting program that promotes connections and empowers entrepreneurs in eight rural communities across Alberta."When I think about inspiration, I define it as ordinary people to encourage, support and hold a safe space for others to do extraordinary things, all the while being a shoulder to cry on, offering advice to count on and cheering others on to become the best that they can be, whether it be in business, leadership or personal life,” added Andrishak from a release. The awards are in honour of Canada's 150th birthday. It's to recognize 150 women across Canada who make impactful contributions to our community by breaking down barriers as advocates for change.The 150 Women of Inspiration awards include eleven categories: Women of Inspiration, Mentorship, Trailblazer, Game Changer, Mompreneur, Authentic Leader, Millennial Leader, Difference Makers, Public Service, Lifetime Achievement and Cultural Ambassador. Show less
- Awarded to Michelle McFadden, CMCRed Deer & District Community Foundation - Woman of Excellence - Business & The Professions Red Deer & District Community Foundation Jun 2015
- Awarded to Michelle McFadden, CMCChamber of Commerce - Customer Service Excellence Award Rocky Mountain House Chamber of Commerce Mar 2014
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