Expertise:
Defense and aerospace sales and marketing
Major Product/SVS:
Textile protective products and inflatable safety devices for aerospace and defense
Education Degrees:
MBA, Concordia University (1997); Bachelor of Science in Textiles, North Carolina State University (1983)
Affiliations Awards:
Member, Institute of Textile Science; Director, Canadian Chapter, SAFE Association; SAFE Association; Women in Defence & Security; Women in Aerospace; AUSA; Canadian Professional Sales Association
Charity:
Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life; Heart and Stroke Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
15
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to relationship-building and the mentorship she received from others.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Handling all marketing activities, including branding; Strategic business planning; Direct government sales; Program management; Sales administration; Developing budgets; Handling communications; Hiring; Terminating; Training
Awards/Honors:
Fellow, Institute of Textile Science (2011)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Vandeweerd hopes to pursue broader opportunities.