Having travelled to over 50 countries and worked on 4 continents, Allan is skilled at using cultural fluency to connect with diverse audiences. He capitalizes on his professional background in stand-up comedy to captivate his audience through humorous story-telling techniques.
He draws on his extensive Leadership education, experience with large-group facilitation, and 17 years of Safety experience to design group work exercises that engage and excite the audience to participate, network, and cross-pollinate their ideas. Allan’s Master of Leadership degree and his current position as the Western Canada Geotechnical, Environment Materials Health, Safety, Security and Environment Manager make especially qualified to present on the topics of Leadership and Safety.
Furthermore, while working in the United States, Taiwan, China, and Canada, he gained experience with large group facilitation through the various presentations, speeches, and workshops he delivered in Mandarin and English. This has helped him design group exercises that entice his audience to participate and network.
Allan has been a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) since 2010 and has served on the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals - Professional Conduct Committee since 2017; and is now the chair of that committee. His entertaining and engaging delivery style combined with in-depth knowledge, experience and experiential approach makes him a favorite with clients who want to move from boring to exciting and unforgettable events.