Our expert Career Consultants play a vital role in guiding individuals through their career journeys, offering personalized solutions, and aiding in the development of effective job search strategies. Our ultimate goal is to deliver knowledge by supporting and encouraging you to tap into your inner strengths and achieve career success.
Chandran Fernando
Chandran is a seasoned leadership, workplace culture, and talent management expert, specializing in constructing top-tier teams and organizations. His unmatched proficiency in connecting promising professionals with excellent career opportunities has solidified his reputation as a master career architect. He stands tall as a fervent advocate for diversity and equity, championing inclusivity and accessibility across all corporate landscapes.
In his tireless endeavour to shape a dynamic workforce, his broad understanding of the corporate world's complexities has proven invaluable in guiding professionals onto the path of career success. His strong advocacy for equity has significantly promoted a more diverse and inclusive working environment.
In the sphere of personal and professional branding, Chandran is a beacon of expertise. He firmly believes in the power of a solid individual brand in today's highly competitive market, and he has demonstrated mastery in helping individuals polish their branding to stand out in their respective fields. His insights on improving productivity have proven instrumental in guiding individuals and organizations toward achieving their goals efficiently.
Above all, what sets Chandran apart is his relentless commitment to fostering a positive and nurturing workplace culture. He emphasizes the importance of robust leadership, each employee's value, and the significance of productive work cultures in shaping successful organizations. Chandran's vision for the future of work is forward-thinking and progressive, and he champions this through his insightful and daily work at Matrix360.
Whether you're an aspiring professional, a leader seeking to enhance your workplace culture, or an individual interested in improving your career journey, Chandran holds the wisdom, experience, and passion to guide you. As you navigate the ever-changing corporate landscape, Chandran is a powerful guide, continually advocating for your career success.
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Ryan Ram
Ryan is a dedicated professional who spearheads Matrix360, a dynamic and respected firm that operates at the intersection of business, talent, and strategy. With a tenure of rich experience in the intricate, ever-evolving domains of the commercial real estate and development industry, Ryan possesses an unparalleled understanding of its workings. His profound expertise in recruiting, nurturing, and guiding top talent to their desired professional destinations is truly unique. To his credit, he is directly responsible for over 250 successful placements, serving as a testament to his capability and competence. Moreover, he has represented thousands of candidates throughout numerous recruitment processes, assisting them with reflecting and aligning their career with desired opportunities.
What sets Ryan apart from the rest is his holistic, people-centered approach. Rather than just focusing on the professional credentials of candidates, he delves deeper, seeking to understand their unique career ambitions, personal motivations, and innate skills. This allows him to help them effectively navigate the opportunities and challenges that come their way in the complex corporate landscape of Canada. Over the years, he has deeply engaged with distinctive narratives of individuals, learning more about the intricate intersections of their lives. His mission, a beautiful synthesis of professional obligation and personal passion, is to share these insights, impart knowledge, and engage in dialogues that promote personal and professional alignment.
Ryan's influence extends beyond his immediate professional realm. He has actively collaborated with numerous notable institutions and organizations in varying capacities. These include the Urban Land Institute Toronto, the Real Estate Institute of Canada, the Canadian Institute of Planners, Toronto Metropolitan University, Informa Canada, Schulich School of Business, and the Canadian Association of Urban Finance Professionals.
Equally impressive is Ryan's academic accomplishments. He earned his Bachelor of Commerce from the esteemed Concordia University. This was followed by an MBA from HEC Montreal, further consolidating his business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities. Additionally, he has earned a certificate in John Maxwell’s Method of Coaching, another feather in his distinguished cap.
Ryan's diverse experiences and qualifications contribute to his unique, effective approach to talent management. At its core, his philosophy is all about fostering not just individual growth, but also business success. By striking a balance between the two, he ensures that organizations and their employees derive mutual benefit, thus creating a sustainable, inclusive and rewarding professional ecosystem.
During Ryan’s free time, he spends it with his two young kids, as well as cycling and reading.
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Bonnie Oppenheimer
Bonnie brings an impressive repertoire of skills and experience, having spent the past decade diversifying her knowledge within various industries. At the core of her professional pursuits, she thrives in the intersection of people and storytelling.
Bonnie’s background and training in the arts, especially theatre, provide Bonnie with a distinct edge. This training enhances her understanding of human emotions and interactions and enables her to effectively guide individuals in the art of performance without compromising their authenticity. Her individualized approach focuses on self-learning and confidence-building to enable everyone to express themselves freely and with assurance. Bonnie is not just a professional; she is an advocate and a career strategist who has helped professionals secure and advance their careers. Her steadfast commitment and keen understanding of the recruitment landscape make her an invaluable guide in the challenging journey of job hunting. Her mission is simple yet powerful: to assist individuals in finding and harnessing their authentic voice while navigating their career paths. Whether you're just stepping on the career ladder, contemplating a transition between industries, in the midst of a challenging interview process, negotiating an offer, or unsure about your future career trajectory, Bonnie is well-equipped to provide patient and understanding guidance.
When she isn't professionally mentoring, Bonnie indulges in her personal pastimes. An avid patron of the arts, she thoroughly enjoys attending live theatre shows. As a mother, she cherishes the time spent with her children, sharing their joys and guiding them through life's challenges. A fan of reality TV, Bonnie enjoys the unpredictability and excitement these shows bring, often drawing parallels between them and her professional life.
Bonnie's qualifications speak volumes about her commitment to her field. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dalhousie University, which laid a solid foundation for her career. She further honed her skills and knowledge with a Master's in Arts Education from Emerson College.
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Liane Daiter
Liane graduated with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto in 2013. She has been working in the mental health field since 2015 and is a registered Psychotherapist. Liane is a warm, compassionate person and is deeply committed to helping others feel understood, seen, and held. She believes that our feelings are our inner compass and that when we lean into our feelings, we can connect with their wisdom. She also believes that our feelings shine light on what we want and need, what needs to be looked at, and what needs to change. Liane sees the world through a deeply trauma-informed lens- believing that our bodies are invested in our safety, survival, and joy. She utilizes various modalities depending on the needs of our clients, including Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Somatic Experiencing, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
