Michelle Medel

Michelle Medel has a diverse work experience in the field of human resources and people management. Michelle is currently the Director, People at Wildeboer Dellelce LLP, where they play a crucial role in leading the firm's human capital strategy and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Prior to this, Michelle founded and served as the Chief Mindfulness Officer at Shaktichelle Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation, where they integrated mindfulness practices into organizational culture and wellbeing programs. Michelle also held leadership positions at Lerners LLP, Adair Morse, Baker & McKenzie, Torys, and Goodman and Carr, where they focused on various aspects of human resources management, talent development, and organizational strategy.

Michelle Medel attended Ryerson University from 1992 to 1996, where they specialized in Business with a focus on HR and Labour Relations. Prior to that, from 1989 to 1991, they pursued Legal Studies through the Law Clerk Program at Centennial College. Michelle also has some education background in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General from the University of Toronto. In terms of certifications, Michelle obtained a Reiki Master certification from Awaken Love in July 2017 and an Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist certification from the Centre for Ayurveda & Indian Systems of Healing in February 2013. Michelle has additional certifications in various fields, including Workplace Investigations, Human Resources Law, Meditation/Mindfulness Instruction, Facilities Management, Compensation Management, Mental Health First Aid, Pilates Foundation Teaching, Psychological Health and Safety, Workplace Mental Health Law, and Yoga Instruction. The institutions and specific dates for these certifications are not provided.