Ian Bunting

General Manager - The Auction House

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Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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About me
Wellness promoter & Mental Health advocate.
Education
- Columbia Academy
  1999 - 2001
  Diploma Music Production / Artist Management / Music Business 3.5 GPA.90% .A
  The DARA ( digital analog recording arts) program covered all aspects of the music industry. Core programs were:1. Engineering / Production 2. Post production / live sound 3. Artist management / A & R 4. Music Business and Administration
- Bow Valley College
  2016 - 2018
  Human Resources Management and Services Graduated with a G.P.A. of 3.67
  The Human Resources program provides practical skills and knowledge to work in the field of Human Resources. In addition to administrative and business training, receive specific training in human resource management, organizational behavior, recruitment, selection, strategy, compensation & payroll, benefits and employment law.
- University of Alberta
  2019 - 2021
  Workplace Wellness Leadership
  Psychological Health & Safety Workplace Wellness: Strategies and Process. Plan Design & Implementation Workplace Wellness: Culture & Leadership
- Alberta University of the Arts
  1993 - 1994
  Art/Art Studies, General
  Studied courses in : Portfolio Development Art History Media Arts
Experience
- Grafton Connor Group
  Jan 2013 - Jan 2014
  General Manager - The Auction House
  Involved in all aspects of opening and operating a new establishment. Hiring, training, menu development, brand creation, restaurant design and marketing. Major focus on community involvement through charity partnership programs.Key Tasks: Development of staff and management training programsCommunity involvement through our charity partnership program Creation and implementation of local marketing initiativesHealth & Safety
- Corbeaux Bakehouse ( Fratello Group)
  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
  General Manager
  Involved in all aspects of opening and operating a new establishment. Key Tasks: Development of staff and management training programs Event Planning / Catering Community involvement Retail and Brand growthHealth & Safety Human Resources
- Corbeaux Bakery ( Fratello Group)
  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016
  Catering and Wholesale Manager
  Responsible for catering , special events and wholesale for the Fratello group. Key Tasks: Catering & Wholesale Logistics New and existing client relationshipsMaximizing sales & exceeding financial expectations.
- Creative Restaurant Group
  Jan 2016 - Jan 2017
  Assistant General Manager
  Key responsibilities:Day to day management of staff, including training, performance management and succession planning.Daily focus on the Big 5: People, Standards, Controls, Sales & Community
- BOLT Offsite
  Mar 2018 - Apr 2020
  Vision. Purpose. Connection. Key responsibilities; focused on:Full-cycle Recruitment Benefits: Plan Design & Administration Employee Engagement Rewards & Recognition Employee Wellness Employment Standards and Compliance WCB claims managementLearning & Development Performance Management & Succession Planning 🌟Hi-light: implemented and managed a First Nations / Indigenous recruitment and training program. Let’s build the future together Show less
  - Human Resources Business Partner
    Jan 2019 - Apr 2020
  - Human Resources Generalist
    Mar 2018 - Dec 2019
- Personal Growth & Professional Development
  Apr 2020 - Sept 2020
  Pandemic Pause
  Focused on personal and professional learning, development and growth.Courses Completed: Introduction to Psychology.Viral Marketing.Musicians in isolation & other challenges.
- Freelance, self-employed
  Aug 2020 - now
  Human Resources Consultant
  Providing professional and personalized HR services to various industries including: Healthcare , Hospitality, Construction, Manufacturing and Retail.
- Summit Kids
  Oct 2020 - Jan 2021
  Human Resources Manager
  I lead and directed the functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including full cycle recruitment, managing HRIS systems, and developing policies and best practices.
- Critical Mass
  Jan 2021 - now
  Working to promote employee well-being and a healthy workplace through purposeful connections. Canada & USA: Benefits programs Canada & USA: Disability claims & leaves of absences Mental health & wellness resources Wellness programs: management & implementation Health & Safety Highlights:Employee Experience & ConnectionDiversity & Inclusion Benefits Program Employee Wellness Core Values:Honest Inspired Driven PurposefulRealEqual
  - Wellness Manager
    Oct 2023 - now
  - Human Resources Generalist
    Jan 2021 - Oct 2023
Licenses & Certifications
- Musicians in isolation & other challenges
  Alberta Music
  May 2020
- Introduction to Psychology
  University of Toronto
  Dec 2020
- Fire Safety
  Canadian Red Cross
  May 2014
- Indigenous Canada
  University of Alberta
  Apr 2021
- Psychological First Aid - Self Care and Caring for Others
  Canadian Red Cross
  Dec 2023
- Respect in the Workplace
  Respect Group
  Nov 2020
- The Neuroscience of Learning
  LinkedIn
  Jun 2019
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- Confronting Bias: Thriving Across Our Differences
  LinkedIn
  Apr 2019
  View certificate
- Certificate of Accomplishment : Managing the Arts: Cultural Organizations in Transition
  Goethe-Institut e.V.
  Jun 2016
- Registered Professional Recruiter
  Institute of Professional Management - IPM
  May 2016
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer
  Issued by National Music Centre on Jun 2015
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- Volunteer
  Issued by A Loving Spoonful on Oct 1999
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- Volunteer
  Issued by Hospice Calgary on Jan 1998
  Associated with Ian Bunting