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MICHAELA HATZIDAKI

@michaelahatzidaki

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Project Lead focused on sustainability and climate change initiatives.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that emphasizes sustainability, collaboration, and innovative solutions.

I am a dedicated Project Lead with a strong focus on integrating Indigenous perspectives into climate resilience and energy transition initiatives. My experience spans various sectors, including advisory roles at PwC Greece, where I developed ESG roadmaps and authored non-financial disclosure reports. I am passionate about fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive sustainable economic development.

Throughout my career, I have successfully secured funding for renewable energy projects and developed educational materials that have increased awareness on climate resilience among First Nations stakeholders. My academic background, including an MSc in Management from Nova School of Business and Economics, complements my practical experience, enabling me to approach challenges with a strategic mindset and a commitment to sustainability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Lead – Environment and Sustainable Development

Current

Chiefs of Ontario – Secretariat Office

Aug 2024 - Present (10 months)

Spearheaded engagement strategies to integrate Indigenous perspectives into climate resilience initiatives. Conducted research, developed policies, and secured funding for renewable energy projects. Led workshops to increase awareness on climate resilience among First Nations stakeholders.

Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Policy Development Research Resilience Indigenous Knowledge Renewable Energy

ESG Associate Consultant – Sustainability & Climate Change Services

PwC Greece

Sep 2023 - May 2024 (8 months)

Developed and implemented ESG roadmaps for various sectors, ensuring compliance with sustainability frameworks. Authored non-financial disclosure reports and conducted GHG emissions assessments to support clients in achieving carbon reduction goals.

ESG Reporting Sustainability Frameworks GHG Emissions Assessment Stakeholder Engagement Regulatory Compliance Non Financial Disclosure Corporate Sustainability

Project Management Associate – Remarketing

Audi and Volkswagen Financial Services (VW Credit Canada Inc

Aug 2022 - May 2023 (9 months)

Collaborated with stakeholders to define project roles and deliverables using Agile methodologies. Optimized vehicle lease-end inspection processes and delivered project updates, enhancing project efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Agile Methodologies Project Management Process Optimization User Acceptance Testing Data Analysis Project Scope Definition Customer Satisfaction

Operations Associate - Payments Processing

Western Union Inc.

Jan 2021 - Jul 2021 (6 months)

Handled customer inquiries and monitored client profiles for compliance. Facilitated secure money transfer processes and contributed to process improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency.

Customer Service Compliance Monitoring KYC Risk Management Process Improvement Fraud Investigation Communication Skills Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Nova School of Business and Economics

Master of Science, Management: Strategy, Marketing and International Business

2021 - 2023

Completed a Master's thesis on digital transformation through Augmented Reality in online fashion retail, exploring consumer responses to virtual try-on features and the trade-off between willingness to share personal data and perceived added value.

University of Toronto

Honours Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, European Studies and German Language

2016 - 2020

Pursued an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Political Science, European Studies, and German Language, gaining a comprehensive understanding of political systems and cultural dynamics.