Samantha Scimmi

Chief Operating Officer at Loopstra Nixon

Samantha Scimmi has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Samantha currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Loopstra Nixon LLP, where they lead strategy implementation and oversees the day-to-day operations across different departments, focusing on enhancing efficiency and client service. Prior to this, they worked as an Operations Manager and Human Resources & Marketing Manager at the same firm, collaborating with the management team to ensure smooth operations and support the achievement of strategic goals. Before their time at Loopstra Nixon, Samantha was the Office Manager at McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, where they managed various aspects of the business and provided comprehensive support to grieving families. Additionally, they co-founded Sarnia Gives, a nonprofit organization aimed at improving volunteer experiences in the community. Samantha also gained early work experience as a Management Trainee at Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Samantha Scimmi has a diverse education history. Samantha obtained an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration - Human Resources from Lambton College, where they studied from 2002 to 2005. In addition, they have attended the Harvard Business School Executive Education, completing the Leading Professional Service Firms program. This program is focused on developing leadership skills for professionals working in service-oriented industries. Samantha obtained their Leading Professional Service Firms certificate in July 2022.

Samantha also holds several certifications in various areas. In August 2022, Samantha obtained a Diversio Professional Certification from Diversio, a certificate aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Samantha also completed the Diversity & Inclusion Certificate Program offered by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) in May 2022. Additionally, Samantha obtained their Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation from HRPA in March 2017.

Furthermore, Samantha has certifications as a Certified Trainer in the PREB Volunteer Recognition Program and the Volunteer Screening Training Program, offered by Volunteer Canada and the Ontario Volunteer Centre Network, respectively. Samantha has also completed the Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification from Workplace Safety & Prevention Services. However, specific information about the month and year of obtaining these certifications is not provided.

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Timeline

  • Chief Operating Officer

    August, 2023 - present

  • Operations Manager

    March, 2021

  • Human Resources Marketing Manager

    September, 2015