Chrp Nurissa McWilliam Chrl

Nurissa McWilliam, CHRP, CHRL has a diverse work experience. Since 2013, they have worked at JAM, starting as a League Administrator and Evening League Facilitator. Nurissa then progressed to roles such as Human Resources Coordinator, Human Resources Supervisor, and Human Resources Manager. Currently, they hold the position of Director, People & Culture. In 2013, they also worked as part of the Game Crew for Toronto FC at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment. In 2012, they were a Sport and Event Marketing Graduate Student at George Brown College and an Account Administrator at SDI Marketing. Prior to that, they worked at East Side Marios Restaurant as a Bartender/Server and at Wilfrid Laurier University Students' Union as a Laurier Students for Learning Coordinator. Earlier in their career, they worked as a Health Promotion Associate at the Canadian Diabetes Association and provided Operational Efficiency Support at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Nurissa McWilliam has a strong educational background in human resources management and kinesiology and physical education. In 2006, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education from Wilfrid Laurier University. Following that, in 2012, they completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in Sport and Event Marketing from George Brown College. Most recently, from 2017 to 2018, Nurissa pursued further education in Human Resources Management at McMaster University Continuing Education.

In terms of additional certifications, Nurissa obtained the CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation from the HRPA (Human Resources Professionals Association) in June 2019. Additionally, they obtained the CHRL (Certified Human Resources Leader) designation from the same institution in February 2023. Nurissa has also taken various LinkedIn courses to enhance their skills in areas such as rewarding employee performance, HR as a business partner, coaching and developing employees, and leading productive meetings. Furthermore, they have acquired certifications in topics such as leading with emotional intelligence, performance management, and transitioning from an individual contributor to a manager. Additionally, they hold a French Language Certificate, obtained in 2006, although the institution is not specified.