Douglas Gallant has over 30 years of experience in management consulting, marketing, sales, and retail. He has held positions in computer product research, management consulting, alarm system sales, and retail management. Gallant has an MBA from Dalhousie University and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary. He is seeking a progressive, performance-oriented position that utilizes his strategic skills and experience in diverse industries.
This uniquely designed, self developed resume provides a snapshot to the viewer on my strengths and value propositions on how I can be of assistance to improve a business and help teams to achieve milestones while enjoying the whole process and bring RoI to stakeholders.
This uniquely designed, self developed resume provides a snapshot to the viewer on my strengths and value propositions on how I can be of assistance to improve a business and help teams to achieve milestones while enjoying the whole process and bring RoI to stakeholders.
Con el objetivo de crear conciencia ecológica dentro
del sector empresarial colombiano y extranjero,
y de fortalecer el espíritu ambientalista existente,
Con el objetivo de crear conciencia ecológica dentro
del sector empresarial colombiano y extranjero,
y de fortalecer el espíritu ambientalista existente,
1. • 7~vs;:~ ess S~s~~,~-.s,~i~cf ~~s~ ~~ osr'~,`d,~,
INTERNATIONAL MGMT.SYSTEMS d of2~ ~-6 O - ~.nr ~a916 (~o/~ .~,~,~
DOUGLAS P. GALLANT, M.B.A. DOUGLAS P. GALLANT
President ~/ q.— ,3~~ .~T, N°~•
CEII 1416)2786606 Managing Consultant ~`Q(~G ~.. ~ ~J~Q,.f~, Cel.:(416)278-6606
TEL 1416 761-1202 ?—~ N ~5.~, Tel.:(416)761-1202APT.ri81, 1 15 PARKSIDE DRIVE
TORONTO,ONTARIO M6R 2Y8 ~n /~G~~ ~/;~l,~ r 1 ~ ~~~ ~ ^ ~D
l
Dear Sir/Madam:
I am forwarding this letter and attached resume package to describe myinterest in potential employment
with your organization. It is ofspecial interest to me to have the opportunity ofbeing considered for an
appropriate position related to my indicated experience and credentials.
Professional experience inoludes an expansive range of activities within the environments of computer
productand technology tradeshow research,Eomputer producttechnology,financial,markering,computer
system sales, alarm system sales, energy production, entrepreneurial, academic research and tutoring.
Retail management related experience includes produce department supervisory and control activities and
frozen food ordering responsibilities utilizing a computerized remote ordering device. Managerial
evaluarion and project managementinitiatives undertaken required the utilizing ofwell-developed strategic
management skills, operational management skills, computer technology research skills, and computer
product research skills when devising corporate visions and implemenri"ng corporate strategies for
increasing market share andunproving firm profitability.
Management consulting and contract employment has provided me with the opportunity to establish a
greater range of specific business unit experience and knowledge required to provide an integrarive ,
approach to developing management solutions for the modem firm. Retail labour employment with a'
management element has enabled me to develop increased physical endurance, perseverance, precise
results orientation,tolerance and excellence in task completion. Not-for-profit endeavoursinclude holding
the alumnipositions of1994-1995Treasurer,19~3-1995 Board Director forthe Dalhousie M.B.A.Alumni,
and having held the office of 1982-1983 Treasurer for the Calgary Volleyball Club. ,
Past employers' comments have included `dynamic action oriented', `good fundamental work ethic',
`excellent character', `versatile in discharging differing responsibilities within diverse departments',
`friendly and co-operative with fellow workers and supervisors', `handles a high stress environment
effectively and efficiently' and `finds the defining characteristics ofcomplex tasks quickly'. Project and
task functions performed required the urilizing ofstrong interpersonal communication skills in discharging
these responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner.
Seeking an environment that is highly progressive and performance oriented, I am confident that I can
meet and exceed your expectations. This projection has usually been accomplished through personal and
professional achievement and by a past track record ofworking well and productively with a wide range
ofprofessionals and clients including senior management ofvarious organizations.
I look forward to meeting you to discuss my qualifications, experience and the positive contribution that
I can make to your organization.
Yours sincerely,
Douglas~'. Gallant, M.B.A.
Enclosure
2. INTERNATIONAL MGMT.SYSTEMS
DOUGLAS P. GALLANT,nn.B.A.
DOUGLAS P.GALLANT
President /j9_ 3`~ STi N ~~'
ELL 1416 27&6606 Managing Consultant ~c~ ~~/`~j ~/6¢rf~ Cel.:(416)278-6606
rei ~a~a~~ai-izoz T~ N ~.Yy~ Tel.:(416)761-1202
4PT.#B1, 115 PARKSIDE DRIVE
TORONTO,ONTARIO M6R 2Y8 I ~Q ~Q~~ /~ f, , ~~~ ~ ~ °1
l ~ p~'
CAPSULE HISTORY
I have entered into a high number and wide range ofcareer and personal development activities over the
years since graduating with a Master ofBusiness Administration degree from Dalhousie University.
Recent perspective extending activities within the retail sector in full-time and part-tune labour relatedjobs
with Atlantic and Pacific Company of Canada Ltd. have increased the scope of company operation
knowledges including labour relations that add ~o my integrative management approach meant to assist
firms in improving performance within wide ranging corporate activities.
Recent career endeavours feature strategic computer technology research including customer relationship
management concepts, e-business knowledge development and website development combined with
additional computer product research on behalf of International Management Systems. Past career
endeavours include cash flow development utilizing Quatro Pro for the benefit of an engineering
consulting firm,independent marketing ofelectronic computerized alarm systems,independent marketing
ofthe "Innovative Property Management" software package and achieving the position of, and operating
as Associate Consultant on behalf of Independent Business Systems for a computer reseller firm.
Volunteer endeavours include holding the alumni positions of Treasurer and Board Director for the
Dalhousie M.B.A.Alumni Association. Earlier career employment consisted mainly ofindependent and
interdependentoperative activities with major petroleum companies,marketing consulting with a relatively
large petroleum firm in terms of assets, and participating as a working team member on a $1.2 billion
three way property nationalization project within both marketing and accounting environments.
CAREER HISTORY
International Management Systems
1996 to Present President/Managing Consultant
Atlantic and Pacific Company of Canada Ltd.`"/"jQ,,,f~o ~n'~'ar~too J~ q,c,
2000 to Present Full-time Produce/Grocery Associate
Atlantic and Pacific Company ofCanada Ltd.
1997-2000 Part-time Produce Associate
Hunter and Associates Limited
1996 Consultant
Independent Business Systems
1995 Independent Agent - Neighbourhood Protection Services Monitoring and
Security Ltd.
Marketer - Innovation Property Management Software System
3. Douglas P. Gallant
CAREER HISTORY(continued)
Independent Business Systems
1994-1995 Associate Consultant -New Gen Computer Systems Limited
Independent Business Systems
1989-1995 Owner/Consultant
Independent Business Systems
Halifax Universities - Commerce and Economics Students
1993-1994 Tutor
Dalhousie University
1993 Research Assistant
Loeb
1992 Part-time Produce/Grocery/Service Associate
Amoco Canada - Encor Inc. -Dow Chemical
Rationalization Project
1991 Rationalization Gas Marketing Temporary Professional
(contract position)
1990-1991 Rationalization Accountant(contract position)
Independent Business Systems
1989 Owner/Consultant
Encor Energy Corporation Inc.
1988 Consultant of Marketing Systems Development(contract position)
Amoco Canada Petroleum Company Limited
1987-1988 Supply and Marketing Analyst (contract position)
Alberta Liquor Control Board
1987-1988 Part-time Liquor Associate
Canadian Oil Patch Analyst
1986 Junior Financial Analyst(contract posirion)
Dome Petroleum Limited
1985
summer
Co-ordinator of 1986 Indirect Operating Expense Budget,
Production Administrarion Department
Dome Petroleum Limited/Hudson's Bay Oil &Gas Company Ltd.
1983-1984 Production Analyst, Gas Process Division
1982 Analyst-Operations, Gas Process Division
1981-1982 Analyst-Capital, Gas Process Division
Page 2
4. Douglas P. Gallant
CAREER HISTORY(continued)
1980 s~nmer Summer Student,Production Department
Canada Safeway Ltd.
1975-1979 Part-time Produce/Grocery Associate
EDUCATION
Dalhousie University, Halifa}c, Nova Scotia
1986 Master of Business Adminstration Degree
• Major: International Business
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta
1981 Bachelor of Commerce Degree
• Major: Finance
Additional-Computerized Technology Related
2001 Microsoft Great Plains and Siebel Systems, Montreal, Quebec
• Customer Relationship Management Seminar
e>Connect Internet Training Headquarters,Toronto, Ontario
1997 HTML Authoring Training Course Completion
1997 Basic Internet Training Seminar Completion
PBSC Computer Training Centre, Markham,Ontario
1997 Advanced DOS/Microcomputer Concepts Training Course
Cunard Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia
1994 45 Hours ACCPAC Simply Accounting Certificate of Completion
Armor Systems Inc., Maitland, Florida
1994 Armor Premier Accounting Software Technical Training Course
Completion
Encor Inc., Calgary, Alberta
1990 Ezcel Course Completion and Certificate
Drake Personnel, Calgary, Alberta
1988 Advanced Lotus 1-2-3 Course Certificate
1987 Introductory Lotus 1-2-3 Course Certificate
1987 Introductory DOS Course Certificate
Amoco Canada,Calgary, Alberta
1987 DynaPlan Course Completion
Page 3
5. Douglas P. Gallant
Additional-General
1994
1988
1987
1983
1994-1995
1993-1995
1986 to Present
1981 to Present
1985
1984
1981-1984
1982-1983
1981-1982
1984
Page 4
EDUCATION (continued)
Nova Scotia Department ofEducation, Halifax, Nova Scotia
• Career Exploration Program Completion
Dale Carnegie, Calgary, Alberta
• Effective Speaking and Human Relations Course Certificate
John Casablancas Career College, Calgary, Alberta
• Diploma in SelfImprovement Communication Program
The Canadian Securities Institute ofCanada, Toronto, Ontario
• Canadian Securities Course Certificate
MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
• Dalhousie University M.B.A. Alumni Association, Treasurer
• Dalhousie University M.B.A. Alumni Association, Board Director
• Dalhousie University Alumni Association, Member
• University of Calgary Alumni Association, Member
• Dome Petroleum Corporate Team,Jasper-Banff Relay Road Race,Member
• Calgary Volleyball Club, Co-Coach,Senior A Mens City Champions
• Calgary Volleyball Club, Member
• Calgary Volleyball Club, Treasurer
• Calgary Volleyball Club, Senior A Mens Western Canadian and Provincial
Champions,Member
• Dome Petroleum Corporate Team,Corporate Cup Relay Races,Member
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Well spoken, single and in excellent health. Self actualizing activities include computer product
technology research,computer product marketing and market research. Leisure activities include
global business and economics reading, global political reading and global general information reading.
Sports activities include middle distance running and jogging and being a general sports fan.
REFERENCES
Provided upon request.