Michael Wosnick
Principal | Michael Wosnick Consulting
Richmond Hill, ON, CANADA
Dynamic and engaging speaker with an unparalled abilty to engage non-scientists by making complex cancer research topics easily accessible.
Biography
A seasoned professional/executive in research and research administration with over 35 years experience in the not-for-profit (health charity), corporate and academic research arenas, including 21 years at the Vice-President, Executive Director or Director levels. Much sought after and highly-prized speaking and presentation skills, complemented by exceptional written communications, interpersonal skills, unquestioned integrity, exemplary leadership and talent development/mentorship abilities.
An in-demand speaker from coast to coast, with a proven ability to effectively communicate complex subjects such as cancer research to diverse audiences, from the lay public to specialized technical and scientific experts
Proven history of highly productive interactions with colleagues at all levels, including Boards of Directors and other senior level (volunteer and non-volunteer) committees
Collaborative leadership style: highly effective team player with a history of leading by example, teaching, motivating and mentoring others, engendering loyalty among staff and maintaining calm and morale during periods of high stress
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage significant change in complex organizations and reliably effect creative solutions in response to challenging situations
Excellent problem-solving skills: ability to see problems from all perspectives
Industry Expertise (3)
Health and Wellness
Non-Profit/Charitable
Research
Education (3)
The University of Calgary: Post-Doc, Molecular Biology 1981
Queen's University: Ph.D, Molecular Biology 1978
University of Toronto - University College: B.Sc., Biology 1974
Affiliations (1)
- American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Canadian Society for Association Executives (CSAE)
Links (2)
Style
Availability
- Keynote
- Panelist
- Workshop Leader
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