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ASHRAFUL ALAM Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day.

 

Here are some suggestions on how to celebrate or commemorate this meaningful day.

Check out local listings of National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations and plan to attend with family, friends, colleagues

Spend the day learning about the Indigenous history of where you live or work

Learn some greetings in the Indigenous language of where you live or work

Seek out an Indigenous restaurant or food truck

Seek out music by Indigenous musicians

Visit an art gallery that features Indigenous art

Read a book by an Indigenous author; we also have lots of free eBooks you can download

Watch a movie by an Indigenous director

Fill in our Personal or Professional Pledge of Reconciliation and discuss it with family, friends and colleagues

Read and discuss the 10 Guiding Principles of Reconciliation from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report with family and colleagues:

The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is the framework for reconciliation at all levels and across all sectors of Canadian society.

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, as the original peoples of this country and as self-determining peoples, have Treaty, constitutional, and human rights that must be recognized and respected.

Reconciliation is a process of healing relationships that requires public truth sharing, apology, and commemoration that acknowledge and redress past harms.

Reconciliation requires constructive action on addressing the ongoing legacies of colonialism that have had destructive impacts on Aboriginal peoples’ education, cultures and languages, health, child welfare, administration of justice, and economic opportunities and prosperity.

Reconciliation must create a more equitable and inclusive society by closing the gaps in social, health, and economic outcomes that exist between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Canadians.

All Canadians, as Treaty peoples, share responsibility for establishing and maintaining mutually respectful relationships.

The perspectives and understandings of Aboriginal Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers of the ethics, concepts, and practices of reconciliation are vital to long-term reconciliation.

Supporting Aboriginal peoples’ cultural revitalization and integrating Indigenous knowledge systems, oral histories, laws, protocols, and connections to the land into the reconciliation process are essential.

Reconciliation requires political will, joint leadership, trust building, accountability, and transparency, as well as a substantial investment of resources.

Reconciliation requires sustained public education and dialogue, including youth engagement, about the history and legacy of residential schools, Treaties, and Aboriginal rights, as well as the historical and contemporary contributions of Aboriginal peoples to Canadian society.

 

 

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

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[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

Working with a diverse group of people, Ashraful developed a strong relationship on a staff level, and personal level with the First Nations communities surrounding the Village of Buffalo Narrows and Town of Battleford. Ashraful understands the effects of development decisions on cultural, natural, social, and economic areas and determine outcomes that are in the best interest of the community and region. Differences in status, culture, tradition, social and economic view, and values are respected to nurture the community.

Ashraful has strong community ties and sat on many different boards in Northern Saskatchewan and Battleford, such as an elected Revenue Generation Committee board member of the Canadian Association Municipal Administrators, elected board member of the Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District, elected board member of the Provincial Regional Landfill Committee and as a board member of the Senior's Housing Foundation. Previously while working in the Town of Drayton Valley, he sat on the Mayors Advisory Committee, Communities in Bloom Committee, Eleanor Pick Up and Art Center, and as President of the Rotary House Society Board

 

MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE/DISTRICT MANAGER, 03/2007 to 08/2011

HESS CORPORATION – BRANDON, FLORIDA

 Oversaw a group of eight to ten Hess stores with $10 - $20 million in revenue.

 Work closely with store operations to implement corporate and merchandising strategies, introduced new products and addressed other business issues.

 Develop, update, and execute annual budgets and business plans.

 Valuable in communicating store needs back to the corporation.

 Monitor all aspects of store operations, providing advice, coaching, and assistance to store management.

 Promote efficiency through store visits, maximizing store profitability.

 Ensure key processes were in place through store visits, store and staff evaluations, and data analysis.

 Provide a high degree of professionalism and advanced communication skills in presentations, consultations, collaboration, negotiations, conflict resolution, facilitation, and consensus-building.

 Work with management to establish the vision and strategic direction of the company.

 Achieved or surpassed monthly and yearly sales goals on consistent basis.

 Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.

 Collaborated with product development team to effectively modernize and update promotions.

 Studied demographic data to determine optimal targets, competitor offerings and tactics for persuasion.

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

Experienced in working with the Mayor, Council, Operations, Management, and all the economic, procedural, and employee issues inherent in such environments, Ashraful believes he can bring a unique skill set to this role. Having overseen the Town of Battleford and the Northern Village of Buffalo Narrows as the Chief Administrative Officer, all the while

working closely with the Mayor, Council, and senior executives he knows and understand the complexities of infrastructure, and how to position the organization for real growth. Ashraful sees significant opportunities in aligning himself Chief Administrative Officer with any communities and he keen to tackle and achieve measurable successes in the mutual benefit. Ashraful has artfully balanced workplace objectives and productive relationships, inspiring strategies, and insightful suggestions to achieve a competitive business edge. His critical thinking and leadership strengths have enabled his professional growth.

 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO), 10/2020 to 06/2023

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD – BATTLEFORD, SASKATCHEWAN

 Provides professional leadership and direction to Council while overseeing all municipal operations and services in accordance with all requirements of The Municipalities Act and other relevant legislation.

 Directs, supervises, and reviews the performance of over forty-five employees of the Town along with managing the human resources function in accordance with Town policy.

 Works with staff to ensure a positive, productive, and safe work environment. Provides day to day direction to all Town staff and further develops a culture of customer service, team building, partnership, innovation, and fiscal responsibility.

 Provides effective advice and support to Mayor and Council in developing, implementing, and executing policies and strategies, evolving governance structures, and improving the Town's ongoing sustainability.

 Prepares and presents a monthly report to Council regarding Town operations. Recommends appropriate action, or requests ratification for action to deal with matters requiring Council approval.

 Conducts short- and long-term financial planning, implements asset management practices, compiles annual budgets, and makes financial management recommendations to Council, ensuring operations and budgets align with strategic plans and annual goals.

 Develops and implements a process for the preparation of annual capital and operating budgets. Monitors, controls and authorizes spending within the limits of the approved budget and authority delegated by Council. Presents any expenditure in excess of budget or any off-budget items, along with supporting documentation, for Council’s approval.

 Ensures proper financial recording and reporting and budget management consistent with Municipal Government Act requirements and maintains current knowledge on relevant legislation, and granting avenues/opportunities.

 Monitors all matters associated with risk, legal, finance, policy, business development, infrastructure, projects, safety, environment, and community.

 Maintains a high profile and public relations function in the community and province demonstrating a personal commitment to the Municipality’s values

 Serves as an effective liaison with Community Organizations and Provincial and Local Governments. Builds and develops relationships and regional partnerships with community members, industries, governments, organizations, institutions, and other potential stakeholders including rural municipalities, First Nations, the City of North Battleford and Parks Canada.

 Manages and administers the economic development and all land sales, management and development functions.

 Promote opportunities for economic development, foster inter-municipal collaboration in the region and build the town to become a tourist destination.

 Work with Council to Promote the Municipality’s mission and values and to help to set vision and direction.

 

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

Experienced in working with the Mayor, Council, Operations, Management, and all the economic, procedural, and employee issues inherent in such environments, Ashraful believes he can bring a unique skill set to this role. Having overseen the Town of Battleford and the Northern Village of Buffalo Narrows as the Chief Administrative Officer, all the while

working closely with the Mayor, Council, and senior executives he knows and understand the complexities of infrastructure, and how to position the organization for real growth. Ashraful sees significant opportunities in aligning himself Chief Administrative Officer with any communities and he keen to tackle and achieve measurable successes in the mutual benefit. Ashraful has artfully balanced workplace objectives and productive relationships, inspiring strategies, and insightful suggestions to achieve a competitive business edge. His critical thinking and leadership strengths have enabled his professional growth.

 

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CAO), 12/2017 to 09/2020

NORTHERN VILLAGE OF BUFFALO NARROWS – BUFFALO NARROWS, SASKATCHEWAN

 Responsible for overall operation of all Village departments.

 Provide professional leadership and direction to Village and over twenty Staff. Manage hiring, training, performance management, and other human resource-related activities.

 Work with staff to ensure a positive, productive, and safe work environment.

 Conduct short- and long-term financial planning, implement asset management practices, compile annual budgets, and make financial management recommendations to Council.

 Research, revise, and develop policies and bylaws for recommendation to Council.

 In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and ensuring compliance for operating and reporting requirements are met.

 Provide positive leadership, direction, mentorship, and coaching to municipal team.

 Ensure operations and budgets align with strategic plans and annual goals.

 Work with Council to help set vision and direction.

 Monitor all matters associated with risk, legal, finance, policy, business development, infrastructure, projects, safety, environment, and community.

 Develop a presence in the primarily First Nations and Metis community and collaborate with other community partners, industry, and government to attract and foster economic development.

 Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.

 Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

Experienced in working with the Mayor, Council, Operations, Management, and all the economic, procedural, and employee issues inherent in such environments, Ashraful believes he can bring a unique skill set to this role. Having overseen the Town of Battleford and the Northern Village of Buffalo Narrows as the Chief Administrative Officer, all the while

working closely with the Mayor, Council, and senior executives he knows and understand the complexities of infrastructure, and how to position the organization for real growth. Ashraful sees significant opportunities in aligning himself Chief Administrative Officer with any communities and he keen to tackle and achieve measurable successes in the mutual benefit. Ashraful has artfully balanced workplace objectives and productive relationships, inspiring strategies, and insightful suggestions to achieve a competitive business edge. His critical thinking and leadership strengths have enabled his professional growth.

 

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO), 07/2019 to 09/2020

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION – BUFFALO NARROWS, SASKATCHEWAN

 Work with staff to ensure a positive, productive, and safe work environment.

 Ensure operations and budgets align with strategic plans and annual goals.

 Promote opportunities for economic development and foster inter-municipal collaboration in the region.

 Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.

 Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.

 Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships, including negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.

 Identified and capitalized on short- and long-term revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.

 Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.

 Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.

 Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base, solidify market presence and diversify offerings.

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

As a nominee for the 2020 Municipalities of Saskatchewan Leadership award, the 2019 Saskatchewan Premier's Award for Excellence in the Public Service and the 2019 Saskatchewan Municipal Awards Celebrating Municipal Excellence, Ashraful considered a senior executive with a combination of leadership, management, vision, and corporate realism. Ashraful has been acknowledged for his capacity to harness the enthusiasm and talents of others, identify core issues, and exploit the necessary resources available to stretch funds and achieve management objectives in various fields. Ashraful has many years of experience in Municipal Government, business, and housing, as well as his MBA, ASCHA Site Manager certification, National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) - Level I and II, Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) and Executive Certification in Local Government Leadership (ECLG). Experience and success have been hard-won, and commitment has been tireless, yet the rewards of seeing an idea take hold of people's imaginations for better and more responsive service delivery remains one of his greatest motivators.

Skills

 

·       Analytical thinking and planning with strong verbal, written, and personal communication skills.

·       Accuracy and attention to detail, organization and prioritization, problem analysis, use of judgment, and ability to solve problems efficiently.

·       Leadership communication skills, business leadership skills, technical and technological skills, organizations skills, project management skills, sales, and marketing skills.

·       Self-motivated, innovative, and with a high level of energy.

·       Decision making, critical thinking, organizing, and planning. Tolerant and flexible in different situations.

·       Client partner relationship management, business development, high touch customer service, organized, self-sufficient, proactive, partner hospitality, professional public speaking, presentation experience, and ability to

·       successfully train others.

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

Working with a diverse group of people, Ashraful developed a strong relationship on a staff level, and personal level with the First Nations communities surrounding the Village of Buffalo Narrows and Town of Battleford. Ashraful understands the effects of development decisions on cultural, natural, social, and economic areas and determine outcomes that are in the best interest of the community and region. Differences in status, culture, tradition, social and economic view, and values are respected to nurture the community.

Ashraful has strong community ties and sat on many different boards in Northern Saskatchewan and Battleford, such as an elected Revenue Generation Committee board member of the Canadian Association Municipal Administrators, elected board member of the Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District, elected board member of the Provincial Regional Landfill Committee and as a board member of the Senior's Housing Foundation. Previously while working in the Town of Drayton Valley, he sat on the Mayors Advisory Committee, Communities in Bloom Committee, Eleanor Pick Up and Art Center, and as President of the Rotary House Society Board.

CERTIFICATIONS/ MEMBERSHIPS

 

National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level II - 2021

Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) – 2021

Urban Municipal Administrator Association of Saskatchewan (UMAAS) – 2021

Society of Local Government Managers (SLGM) - 2021

Certified Municipal Manager (CMM) – 2021

Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning – 2021

Local Government Administration Association (LGAA) – 2021

Regular Member of Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) - 2021

Executive Certification in Local Government (ECLG) - 2020

National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level I - 2020

Notary Public

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM

Working with a diverse group of people, Ashraful developed a strong relationship on a staff level, and personal level with the First Nations communities surrounding the Village of Buffalo Narrows and Town of Battleford. Ashraful understands the effects of development decisions on cultural, natural, social, and economic areas and determine outcomes that are in the best interest of the community and region. Differences in status, culture, tradition, social and economic view, and values are respected to nurture the community.

Ashraful has strong community ties and sat on many different boards in Northern Saskatchewan and Battleford, such as an elected Revenue Generation Committee board member of the Canadian Association Municipal Administrators, elected board member of the Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District, elected board member of the Provincial Regional Landfill Committee and as a board member of the Senior's Housing Foundation. Previously while working in the Town of Drayton Valley, he sat on the Mayors Advisory Committee, Communities in Bloom Committee, Eleanor Pick Up and Art Center, and as President of the Rotary House Society Board.

CERTIFICATIONS/ MEMBERSHIPS

 

National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level II - 2021

Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) – 2021

Urban Municipal Administrator Association of Saskatchewan (UMAAS) – 2021

Society of Local Government Managers (SLGM) - 2021

Certified Municipal Manager (CMM) – 2021

Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning – 2021

Local Government Administration Association (LGAA) – 2021

Regular Member of Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) - 2021

Executive Certification in Local Government (ECLG) - 2020

National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level I - 2020

Notary Public

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570

[ashrafulashalam]

ASHRAFUL ALAM is a motivated professional with communication proficiency and extensive Chief Administrative Officer experience. For almost 20 years, he has been at the forefront of initiatives that have positioned organizations to support significant growth and turned around floundering and problematic divisions to regain the respect of the people they serve. He had conceived new ideas to strengthen core services to customers, project-managed new infrastructure initiatives, and maintained the morale of "the troops" despite periods of instability and change.

As a person who thrives in high-pressure and fast-paced situations, Ashraful strive for positive results through the application of his abilities in financial management and policy development. Additionally, he possess expertise in public relations and an aptitude for optimizing performance and motivating colleagues. In any position, he can visualize success and identify innovative and effective strategies for achieving it.

EDUCATION

 

National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level II: 2021

University of Alberta - Edmonton, AB

Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning: 2021

NAMA Canada

National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level I: 2020

University of Alberta - Edmonton, AB

Executive Certification in Local Government Leadership: 2020

Dalhousie University - Halifax, NS

Alberta Seniors Communities & Housing Association (ASCHA) Certified Site Manager Certificate

Program: 2016

Red Deer College - Red Deer, AB

MBA: Business Administration, 2001

Nevada State University - Nevada, USA

Bachelors: Business Administration, 1998

Arizona State University - Arizona, USA

Cordially,

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, BBA, MBA

CMM, CLGM, ECLG, LGA,

PCAMP, MSGov, NACLAA I & II, NP

Box 2345, Battleford,

Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Phone: 306.400.9788

Mobile: 780.243.6570