Nicolas DesRoches

Nicolas DesRoches has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Nicolas currently serves as the Data Communications and Knowledge Mobilization Manager at GivingTuesday since March 2023. Prior to this, from January 2023 to March 2023, they worked as the Engagement and Partnerships Communications Manager, and from July 2022 to January 2023, as the Business Strategy Communications Manager at ApplyBoard. Nicolas also held the position of Marketing Manager for ApplyProof from December 2021 to August 2022, and Senior Marketing Copywriter for Strategic Communications from December 2020 to January 2022.

Before joining ApplyBoard, Nicolas worked at NorthBridge Consultants where they held various positions including Government Funding Manager from January 2020 to December 2020, Regional Practice Leader for Eastern Ontario from July 2017 to December 2020, Technical Writing Team Lead from February 2015 to July 2017, and Technical Writer and Client Manager from April 2014 to February 2015.

In addition, they served as an Analyst at NorthTech Capital Investors from April 2018 to December 2020, a Teaching Assistant at McMaster University from September 2012 to May 2013, and the Editorial and Production Director at Leaping Lion Books from September 2011 to May 2012.

Nicolas also gained experience working for the Ontario Government as a Consultant from January 2011 to August 2011, and for York University as a Sports Information Assistant and Event Services staff member from September 2009 to April 2010.

Overall, Nicolas DesRoches has a diverse background with experience in communications, marketing, government consulting, and academic institutions.

Nicolas DesRoches pursued their education at McMaster University from 2012 to 2013, completing a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in English Language and Literature/Letters. Prior to that, they attended York University from 2008 to 2012, where they earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in Professional Writing - Book Publishing and Creative Writing.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Nicolas has obtained several certifications from LinkedIn. Some of these certifications include "Asserting Yourself, an Empowered Choice," "Strategic Thinking," "Business Analysis: Essential Facilitation and Workshop Skills," and "Creating a Culture That Inspires Your Employees," all obtained in 2021 and 2022. Nicolas has also completed certifications in various other areas such as data visualization, employee potential, leadership, organizational chaos, goal setting, executive leadership, content marketing, and more.