Portfolios – Ablegate Consulting Inc.

Portfolios of Offerings & Experiences

Program Management

Enterprise AI Governance, University of Calgary (2024–2025): Architected a university‑wide AI Governance Framework with Microsoft Education; unified data privacy, IP, and security standards across 14 faculties, achieving 100% stakeholder alignment and reducing institutional compliance risk.
WestJet Cargo Transformation (2023–2025): Led a multi‑stream optimization program (GenAI, API strategy, revenue accounting, forecasting, CRM, booking platform) delivering +32% yield, −17% offload weight, and ~$50K/month net-new revenue.
Teck Resources / EVR Optimization (2022–2023): Consolidated security/compliance functions, restructured roles, and outsourced operations to realize $12.6M annual savings.
PMO & Portfolio Delivery, AMTRA Solutions (2017–2018): Established PMO-as-a-Service; standardized SoW workflows and client engagement processes to accelerate delivery and improve compliance.
Education Program Scale-Up, Bow Valley College (2021–2023): Built and scaled the Entertainment Arts program to 750 annual enrollments in high-tech graphics/visual FX.

Project Management

M365 & Teams Global Rollouts: Deployed Microsoft Teams Calling across 6 countries for Moose Knuckles (2021); migrated Pieridae Energy’s M365 tenant Canada → Ireland and modernized PBX across 17 sites (2020).
ERP & Cloud Transitions: Led Stream‑Flo’s multi‑entity ERP migration, achieving 31% efficiency gains and $1.6M legacy cost reduction; implemented enterprise cloud solutions and infrastructure migration at Obsidian Energy (2020).
Acquisition & Integration: Directed Plains Midstream’s $220M asset integration (Spectra Trans‑Prairie pipeline), migrated critical scheduling apps for 300 users, contributing $20–$50M annual revenue increase; realized $1M savings via enterprise “Skype for Business.”
Merger TSAs & Divestitures: Owned and delivered four TSAs at Shaw/Rogers (2022–2023) and four TSAs at Kal Tire (2021), ensuring operational stability during corporate transactions.
Public Sector Modernization: Led City of Airdrie’s Windows 10 + Office 365 transition; contributed FOIP compliance guidance via the Public Sector CIO Council (2017).

AI Adoption & Governance

Responsible AI Operationalization: Designed auditable governance, policy frameworks, and controls aligning privacy, IP, security, and research ethics—building trust and accountability in AI use across a complex academic ecosystem.
Generative AI Enablement & Upskilling: Instructed 5,000+ attendees in AI fluency at UCalgary Continuing Education; 200+ attempted Microsoft AI Fundamentals or AWS AI Practitioner; trained 2,500+ PM students with 350 PMP/CAPM passes.
Data & ML for Business Outcomes: Integrated machine learning and analytics in aviation cargo operations to drive revenue lift, forecasting accuracy, and decision automation; delivered practical GenAI use cases for knowledge work productivity.
C‑Suite Advisory (BDO): Advised CFOs/CIOs/CTOs on AI, Big Data, IoT, cyber resilience, workforce of the future, and digital transformation—translating innovation into measurable business value and risk reduction.

Security & Compliance

IT Security & Compliance Restructuring (Teck Resources / EVR, 2022–2023): Consolidated security roles and outsourced operations, achieving $12.6M annual savings while strengthening compliance posture.
AI Governance & Risk Mitigation (University of Calgary, 2024–2025): Operationalized responsible AI adoption with auditable governance frameworks, reducing institutional compliance risk and aligning with privacy, IP, and research ethics standards.
Regulatory Compliance in Cloud Migration (Pieridae Energy, 2020): Executed full Microsoft 365 tenant migration from Canada to Ireland, ensuring GDPR compliance and uninterrupted business continuity.
Public Sector FOIP Compliance (City of Airdrie, 2017): Provided expert guidance on Freedom of Information Act compliance during cloud adoption strategy development.
Merger & Divestiture Compliance (Shaw/Rogers & Kal Tire, 2021–2023): Delivered multiple Technical Services Agreements (TSAs) ensuring operational continuity and regulatory adherence during corporate transactions.

Management Consulting

Digital Advisory Leadership (BDO Canada, 2018–2019): Established Western Canada’s Digital Advisory practice; advised C‑suite executives on AI, IoT, blockchain, and cyber resilience strategies.
Strategic Technology Roadmaps: Partnered with CFOs, CIOs, and CTOs to design transformation roadmaps leveraging AI, automation, and data analytics for measurable business outcomes.
PMO-as-a-Service (AMTRA Solutions, 2017–2018): Created and launched PMO strategy as a new revenue stream; standardized SoW workflows to improve delivery efficiency and compliance.
Higher Education Consulting (Bow Valley College, 2021–2023): Designed and scaled Entertainment Arts program to 750 annual enrollments, aligning curriculum with industry demand for high-tech skills.
Executive Education & Workforce Upskilling: Delivered AI and project management courses to 5,000+ professionals, driving certification success (PMP/CAPM) and AI fluency across industries.

Aviation

Cargo Optimization & AI Integration (WestJet Cargo, 2023–2025): Led multi-stream technology transformation, integrating machine learning and generative AI to boost cargo yield by 32%, reduce offload weight by 17%, and generate $50K/month in new revenue.
Aviation Technology Strategy (Canavia Aviation, 2016–2017): Directed end-to-end tech strategy for advanced aviation diploma programs, integrating flight simulation, virtual instruction, and airport control systems.
Global Aviation Partnerships: Negotiated 15 bilateral and 6 multilateral agreements valued at $125M, enabling Asia-Pacific training and maintenance initiatives.
Acquisition Facilitation: Played a key role in Canavia Aviation’s acquisition by HNA Group (parent of Hainan Airlines), aligning technology and business objectives for international expansion.
IoT & Smart Mine Safety (BDO Canada, 2018–2019): Consulted on IoT-enabled aviation traffic management and mining safety solutions, leveraging emerging technologies for operational resilience.

Organizational Turnaround

Enterprise Cost Optimization (Teck Resources / EVR, 2022–2023): Restructured IT security and compliance programs, consolidated roles, and outsourced operations, delivering $12.6M annual savings and restoring financial health.
Revenue Recovery & Growth (WestJet Cargo, 2023–2025): Implemented AI-driven cargo optimization strategies, increasing yield by 32%, reducing offload weight by 17%, and generating $50K/month in new revenue streams.
ERP Migration for Efficiency Gains (Stream-Flo Group, 2020): Orchestrated multi-entity ERP migration under strict corporate mandate, achieving 31% operational efficiency improvement and $1.6M reduction in legacy infrastructure costs.
Higher Education Program Scale-Up (Bow Valley College, 2021–2023): Designed and launched Entertainment Arts program, enabling 750 annual enrollments, positioning the institution for long-term growth in tech-driven disciplines.
Global Aviation Strategy (Canavia Aviation, 2016–2017): Negotiated $125M in agreements and aligned technology strategy to secure acquisition by HNA Group, reversing stagnation and unlocking international expansion opportunities.

Emergency Management

Federal Y2K Task Force Leadership (Western Economic Diversification Canada, 1996–2000): Directed critical risk mitigation efforts for millennium transition, ensuring uninterrupted operations across federal systems; contributed expert testimony to the Canadian Senate Standing Committee on Y2K readiness.
Operational Continuity During Corporate Transactions (Shaw/Rogers & Kal Tire, 2021–2023): Delivered multiple Technical Services Agreements (TSAs) to maintain business stability during mergers and divestitures, safeguarding essential services and minimizing disruption.
Crisis-Driven Technology Migration (Pieridae Energy, 2020): Executed emergency Microsoft 365 tenant migration from Canada to Ireland under strict compliance timelines, ensuring business continuity and regulatory adherence.
Public Sector Emergency Preparedness (City of Airdrie, 2017): Supported municipal IT modernization and FOIP compliance to strengthen resilience against operational risks and data breaches.