Deep Enrich
Alison foo
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About me
Clinical Research Professor | Resume & Interview Consultant | Communication & Leadership Coach | Professional Development Instructor | EDIA(D) Advocate | Changing lives teaching one professional skill at a time
Education
Pmi
2010 - 2025Project management professional (pmp) designation traditional and agile project management
University of toronto
2004 - 2006Msc laboratory medicine and pathobiology
Queen's university
2000 - 2004Bsch life sciencesActivities and Societies: Residence Don, Gael, Volunteer for Alzheimer's Society, Providance Continuing Care Centre, Human Society, Camp Trillium, Kingston General Hospital, Canadian Cancer Society, etc.
Experience
Canadian blood services
Jan 2004 - Jan 2006Research and developmentLevel II laboratory, tissue culture, flow cytometry, live animals (mice); MSc Researcher
Kaplan
May 2004 - Aug 2004Instructor, mcat prep courseTaught organic chemistry and biology classes for MCAT preparation. Class sizes of >30 university students. Also graded essays.
Canadian cancer trials group (formerly ncic clinical trials group)
Oct 2006 - Jan 2012Study coordinator (clinical trial manager equivalent)Self-employed
Apr 2008 - nowCareer coach, communication coach, leadership coachSpecialized in the following industries: scientific, clinical, research, and non-profit sectors. Tailored services are also available for various professional groups including, but not included to, medical doctors, newcomers, internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs), international medical graduates (IMGs), students (high school to PhD), people with neurodivergence or disability, etc.
Everest clinical research inc.
Jan 2012 - Apr 2017Senior Clinical Data Manager
Jan 2013 - Apr 2017Clinical Data Manager
Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
Sole proprietorship
Apr 2013 - nowSpeaker & workshop facilitator, professional skillsOffering customized webinars, workshops and one-on-one consultations on various professional skills. Topics include, but are not limited to: imposter syndrome, networking, conversational skills, concise communication, leadership, teamwork, resume writing, cover letters, LinkedIn, interview preparation, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, and clinical research careers. Specialized in the following industries: scientific, clinical, research, and non profit organizations. Tailored services also available for medical doctors, and newcomers (e.g. internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs) and international medical graduates (IMGs)). Clients have included SickKids Hospital, Canadian Women in Medicine (CWIM), etc. Show less
Restaurants, brands, festivals, events, etc.
Jul 2016 - nowSocial media coverage (pr/marketing)Providing media coverage (through social media and blogging) for restaurants, food events, festivals, and brands.
Travel channel international
Sept 2016 - Sept 2016AssistantAssisted with coordinating a film shoot, provided translation services, and interviewed on camera for the television show, Bizarre Foods Delicious Destinations (Toronto episode)
Scimega | expert oncology cro
Apr 2017 - Feb 2021Clinical trial leader
Mcmaster university continuing education
Apr 2021 - Feb 2025Reviewer of the Applied Clinical Research (ACR) program. ACR 105 - Clinical Research Capstone, ACR 104 - Clinical Trial Management, ACR 103 - Clinical Trial DesignWebinars on professional communication, networking, resume writing, interview preparation, and leveraging Linkedin.
Program Review Committee Member
Jun 2022 - Feb 2025Instructor, Applied Clinical Research
Apr 2021 - Feb 2025
Acces employment
Apr 2022 - nowCareer coach and workshop instructor (contractor)- Design curriculum and teach 2-day workshops - Introduction to Clinical Trials and Leveraging Linkedin - to internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs) and international medical graduates (IMGs) in the ACCES bridging program, Healthcare Connections- Coach clients on career transition
Today's clinical lab
Apr 2022 - Apr 2024Speaker and writerCreating and delivering skills-based webinars/workshops and writing promotional articles. Topics include imposter syndrome, resumes, networking, conversational skills, LinkedIn, informational interviews, etc. Content tailored to professionals in research and clinical laboratory industries.
Temerty faculty of medicine , university of toronto
Nov 2022 - Nov 2022Guest speakerDelivered presentation, "How to Mentee", at Temerty Faculty of Medicine, Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology (LMP) Graduate Student Mentoring Program's orientation event on November 7, 2022.
Biotalent canada
Dec 2022 - nowReviewer, bioskills recognition program eportfolio
Seneca college
May 2023 - Mar 2025ProfessorCRP110 - Medical Writing and Clinical Research [Capstone] Project
Community outreach canada
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024Employment specialist
Cwim gather
May 2024 - May 2024Workshop facilitatorDelivered the interactive workshop, Career Boost for Your Next Steps, at the CWIM 2024 Conference on May 23, 2024. Topics covered included: CV writing, cover letters, interview preparation, online self-promotion, social media, LinkedIn, networking, barriers to self-promotion.
Northeastern university
Dec 2024 - nowLecturer, part-timeTeaching EESC 6500: Professional Development for Co-op for the Graduate programs, Masters of Biotechnology and Masters of Bioinformatics. Faculty (part-time) in the College of Science
University of toronto research ethics board (reb)
Mar 2025 - nowHealth sciences reb memberReviewing and evaluating protocols within the guidelines of TCPS. Performing delegated reviews and full board reviews of research from: Faculties of Medicine (all departments), Applied Science and Engineering, Nursing, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Social Work, Physical Education & Health, Dentistry, and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. (Volunteer)
Licenses & Certifications
Project management professional (pmp)
Project management institute (pmi)Aug 2010
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Alison FooPeople's Choice Award - Best Rapid Podium Presentation Toronto ABI Network Conference 2024 2024 Process Map for Navigating Challenges Faced by Clinicians and Individuals Seeking Housing - Solutions, Success Stories, and Next Steps
- Awarded to Alison Foo2022 Top Tweeter Pet Partners World's Largest Pet Walk Oct 2022 Sneaker Award from Pet Partners' World's Largest Pet Walk. Presented by Wellness.
- Awarded to Alison FooNominee, Volunteer of the Year Award Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) 2018 Nominated for Volunteer of the Year Award
- Awarded to Alison FooExcellence in Humour and Entertainment Scimega Research Nov 2017 Voted funniest employee
Volunteer Experience
Board Director
Issued by Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) on Sept 2019Associated with Alison FooCo-Chair of Advocacy Committee
Issued by Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) on Nov 2019Associated with Alison FooFacilitator (Q&A)
Issued by Clinical Research Association of Canada on Jan 2023Associated with Alison FooCareer Mentor, CDC
Issued by The Hospital for Sick Children on Dec 2024Associated with Alison FooVolunteer
Issued by Let's Talk Science | Parlons sciences on Mar 2022Associated with Alison FooColumnist (Mind Yourself with Alison)
Issued by Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) on Mar 2015Associated with Alison FooMentor and Hiring Committee
Issued by Girls E-Mentorship (GEM) on Sept 2023Associated with Alison FooScientist
Issued by Skype A Scientist on May 2023Associated with Alison FooIndustry Team Case Study (ITCS) Program Facilitator
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Oct 2017Associated with Alison FooCo Facilitator, Resume Workshop
Issued by Life Sciences Career Expo (LSCE) on May 2022Associated with Alison FooReviewer, BioTalent Canada National Occupational Standards (NOS)
Issued by WorkForce Strategies International Inc on Dec 2020Associated with Alison FooCareer Panelist
Issued by University of Toronto on Mar 2021Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by The Hospital for Sick Children on Dec 2020Associated with Alison FooPanelist
Issued by ACCES Employment on Feb 2022Associated with Alison FooCareer Mentor
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Dec 2020Associated with Alison FooPanelist
Issued by McMaster University Continuing Education on Dec 2021Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by McMaster University Continuing Education on Mar 2021Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker (Table Leader) for Career Night
Issued by SickKids Association of Research Technology Professionals (ARTP) on Oct 2019Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Feb 2021Associated with Alison FooSpeaker
Issued by Clinical Research Association of Canada on Oct 2023Associated with Alison FooFoster mom
Issued by TEAM Dog Rescue on May 2017Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Jan 2018Associated with Alison FooCareer Mentor
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Feb 2016Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Nov 2015Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Feb 2014Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Apr 2013Associated with Alison FooSpecial Events Committee
Issued by Brain Injury Society of Toronto (BIST) on Jan 2016Associated with Alison FooCondominium Committee Member
Issued by Social Committee on Dec 2013Associated with Alison FooConference Planning Committee Member
Issued by Toronto ABI Network on May 2017Associated with Alison FooMentor, LMP
Issued by University of Toronto on Jul 2021Associated with Alison FooVolunteer
Issued by Let's Talk Science | Parlons sciences on Oct 2004Associated with Alison FooCareer Panelist
Issued by University of Toronto on Apr 2022Associated with Alison FooGuest Speaker
Issued by Life Sciences Career Development Society (LSCDS) on Mar 2022Associated with Alison Foo
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