Nichole Grenier

Nichole is a well-rounded individual who sets high standards for herself and others. She is approachable and professional with a warmth for people. She has a passion for coaching, a lively sense of humour, is energetic and creative and is committed to continuous improvement. Her strong communication skills, life-long dedication to learning and goal oriented approach allows her to help transform people through focused, strategic plans in a friendly manner.

Business Experience

Executive Coach

Grenier Executive & Business Coaching, Victoria BC
Coaches a variety of executive clients from across the country, in the following industries: education, law, accounting, consulting, government, clergy, coaching, banking and publishing.

Senior Consultant

Leadership Centre, Province of BC
Designed criteria to establish a list of high calibre executive coaches for use by Deputy Ministers (DMs) and Assistant Deputy Ministers (ADMs). Actively promotes and evaluates the effectiveness of coaching. Subject matter expert on coaching and 360 degree feedback tools. Designed an ADM Succession Management Strategy which has received numerous private industry acknowledgments. Participated with DMs in succession candidate evaluation panels. Ongoing coaching and support to leaders to achieve their career and leadership goals.

Executive Recruitment Consultant

Leadership Centre, Province of BC
Responsible for end-to-end recruitment process for hiring ADMs and equivalent executive leaders. Established relationships with DMs to scope future leadership requirements. Brokered services and strategized with recruitment firms to attract and recruit executives to the BC Public Service.

Director, Organizational Effectiveness

BC Public Service Agency, Province of BC
Staffed and created a branch to support organizational effectiveness for the newly formed HR organization. Led a team of 10 in the development of: the first ever Corporate HR Plan for BC, a nationally recognized performance measurement framework, and a strategic business plan. Conducted business process analysis, designed and recommended systems and organizational structures which resulted in improved customer service and efficiencies. Member of a national committee which designed a set of common tools for measuring employee engagement across the Canadian public service. Chaired the Adopting Best Practices in Performance Measurement Canadian Conference.

Project Consultant

Public Service Renewal Project, Province of BC

Designed and implemented an automated system to match competencies and role profiles for 400 positions to support the staffing of a new centralized human resource organization. Designed and facilitated workshops focused on supporting employees across the province to embrace significant government changes including a shift in HR practices, a focus on leadership development and redefining financial and program management.

Director, Property Transfer Tax & Collections

Ministry of Provincial Revenue, Province of BC
Led 40 employees in the delivery of an effective tax assessment and audit program, taxpayer help-line and the collection of taxes under seven statutes, province wide. Developed and implemented tax policy. Re-designed, recovered and implemented an audit program which resulted in a substantial increase in revenue. Coached staff through tremendous divisional structure, leadership and government changes. Directed the development of a ministry-wide management information system which resulted in sophisticated performance measurement, monitoring and reporting.

Vancouver Island Audit Manger

Ministry of Provincial Revenue, Province of BC
Led 18 staff across Vancouver Island in the audit and assessment of several million dollars of unpaid taxes under 5 statutes. Clarified contentious, complex tax assessments and negotiated out-of-court settlements on behalf of the province. Developed and implemented job descriptions and performance evaluations and set accountability and measurement standards, which resulted in increased staff effectiveness and motivation. Designed and implemented various staff training programs.

Taxation Auditor

Ministry of Finance and Corporate Relations, Province of BC
Analyzed financial data, interpreted legislation and delivered assessments under 5 taxation statutes. Applied a unique “educational approach” to tax auditing, to increase compliance through increased comprehension of the laws, while at the same time retaining the provincial revenue base.

Adult Education Instructor

The Jim Reger Group, Creating Entrepreneurs Program
School District #62, Victoria BC
Designed and delivered financial curriculum including: bookkeeping, tax & financial planning, cash flow projections and financial statements to over 100 adult entrepreneurs. Recognized for engaging students and bringing high energy to an otherwise dry topic. Consistently received outstanding evaluations from both students and colleagues for content and presentation style.

Corporate Controller

Key Pacific Publishers Co. Ltd.
Reporting to the company Presidents, led 5 staff in the accounting functions of 5 international companies, publishing over 10 magazines with revenues in excess of $2.5 million. Advised shareholders on corporate acquisitions and mergers, negotiated large supplier contacts and liaised with international bankers and lawyers regarding debt management and financial reporting. Strategized with company Presidents on creative solutions and process changes to adapt to changing economic and environmental pressures.

Accountant

School District 62
Oversaw processing of daily accounting activities. Conducted internal audits and controlled budgets to ensure targets were met. Supported and educated school principals on budgeting requirements and processes. Regularly reported results to School Board Superintendent.

Chartered Accountant (CA) Articling Student

KPMG – Peat Marwick Thorne CAs
Deloitte & Touche CAs
Scott Rankin Gordon & Gardiner CAs

Audited financial statements and complied tax returns for various companies including: non for profit, manufacturing, retail, wholesale, construction, government and high technology. Conducted forensic, bankruptcy and receivership audits.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching – Royal Roads University
Executive Program in Public Sector Leadership – Royal Roads University
Certified General Accountant – Certified General Accountants of BC
Bachelor of Commerce, Honours Accounting – University of Ottawa

Memberships

Certified General Accountants of BC
Certified General Accountants of Canada
International Coach Federation
Vancouver Island Coach Association

Community Service

Canvasser Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

Probono coaching
Probono mentoring

Personal Interests

Aerobics, reiki, yoga, reading and traveling