INTERVIEW WITH WENDY RINELLA CEO OF THE OAKVILLE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

•25+ years providing leadership in organizational strategy & effectiveness with a focus on integrated communications & public affairs in an executive or board capacity with private, government, charity and not-for-profit experience.
•Passionate about reputation management and corporate social responsibility.
• A track record of successful government relations advocacy initiatives, corporate awards and content marketing campaigns.
• Served in leadership positions of 15 organizations including Chair of the Oakville Chamber of Commerce and appointments to government bodies.
•Launched new corporate divisions & organizations, including industry associations & a charitable foundation, from concept to successful operation.
•A skilled media relations practitioner & public speaker who has served as the ‘brand spokesperson’ for 7 corporations, hosted televised events with business & political leaders, moderated political debates & hosts a local TV show.