Nolan Bradshaw Consulting is a Winnipeg based company that provides customized Human Resources, Workplace Health and Safety, and Management solutions to small and mid-sized businesses.
Nolan Bradshaw Consulting strives to help clients achieve their organizational goals by providing advice, guidance, outsourcing, and consultation relating to the human resource, health and safety and business needs of an organization, while providing business owners and decision makers with the time and ability to continually move their business forward.
Nolan Bradshaw Consulting offers customized solutions that range from short term projects such as recruitment, training, or policy development, to complete outsourcing of all HR, Health and Safety, and/or Management functions. By working with Nolan Bradshaw Consulting, not only can business owners and managers hand off these responsibilities to a qualified professional, but their valuable time is freed up to focus on growing their business or enjoying their family and recreational time.
About Nolan Bradshaw Nolan Bradshaw is the Owner and Senior Consultant of Nolan Bradshaw Consulting. He has over 15 years experience in human resources, health and safety and business, and has been recognized on numerous occasions for going above and beyond to ensure clients were 100% satisfied.
Nolan Bradshaw possesses a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Winnipeg; a Diploma in Human Resource Management and Certificate in Management from the University of Winnipeg – Professional, Applied and Continuing Education. He possesses hands-on consulting experience in recruitment and selection, training and development, organizational development, policy and procedure development, career counseling, and workplace health and safety.
Nolan Bradshaw is active in the local community as a member of the Fort Rouge Curling Club, and a member of the Human Resources Management Association of Manitoba
Nolan Bradshaw Relationship Manager, Business Markets RBC
Human Resource Management Diploma (Part-time)Management Certificate
Part-time University of Winnipeg Professional, Applied & Continuing Education student, Dennis Bishop, scored top honours in Manitoba on the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR, formerly Certified Human Resource Professional) National Knowledge Exam (NKE) held in October 2012. A committed adult learner, Dennis Bishop completed the PACE Management Certificate in spring 2011 and the PACE Human Resource Management Diploma in fall 2012 and recently began a 4-year Bachelor of Business and Administration Degree at The University of Winnipeg.
The CPHR designation is the highest level of qualification in human resources management in Canada. The CPHR designation represents a commitment to a national standard of excellence, sets a benchmark for the practice of effective human resources, and emphasizes the strategic role of HR Management in business. It is a national designation, portable from one province to another, and granted provincially.
Human Resource Management Diploma (Part-time)Management Certificate
Years of management experience in the grocery industry gave Nick Apostolopoulos a passion for people. Professional, Applied and Continuing Education (PACE) at UWinnipeg gave him the skills to turn that passion into a career.
“I always knew that I would be very involved in dealing with employees, but in order to get a foot in to the human resources field, I needed to not only have the working experience, but also some formal education,” says Nick, a dual PACE graduate of the Human Resource Management Diploma (2011) and Management Certificate (2016) programs.
With an established career and a young family, full-time education wasn’t an option for Nick. Luckily, PACE offered him the flexibility to obtain the necessary education in a timeframe that worked for him. “I was able to pursue the programs at my pace, and had options to focus on courses within the programs that were most important and relevant to my needs,” he says.
In addition to the program’s convenience, Nick also appreciated being able to network with classmates and instructors from a variety of sectors. “Each course I was in had so many various people from many different industries, and it was a pleasure to learn from the experiences of others.”
Nick has now earned his national human resource certification, and is employed as a senior human resources generalist at Sysco Winnipeg. His role includes all aspects of human resources, including: recruitment, performance management, employee and labour relations, and health and safety.
My journey into Human Resources began when a friend of mine, who had graduated from the full-time Human Resource Management Program at The University of Winnipeg, gave me some preliminary information about the program and about a career in HR. Thereafter, I was completely enthralled.
I enrolled in the full-time HR program in 2010. The courses were inspiring, informative and engaging. In fact, I did so well, I received a scholarship from CPHR MB (Chartered Professional in Human Resource Manitoba, formerly Human Resource Management Association of Manitoba) for achieving high grades in my program.
Today, I am positioned at The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre as an HR Coordinator and earning more than I have in other jobs, applying my HR training and education to the role.
It’s cliché to say, but I truly love coming to work each day. I feel as though my HR initiatives make a profound difference at work and I feel that I am respected and revered as a true HR professional.
In addition to my HR success, I am also a proud business owner. In 2011 I opened an acting studio for youth, called Expressions Film Studio. I currently have 25 students enrolled and I run 4 classes per week. In December 2012, I also achieved the prestigious CPHR (Chartered Professional in Human Resources) designation. These accomplishments, while very momentous for me, I cannot take full credit for. I am where I am today because of a well-rounded HR education, inspiring instructors, and supportive friends and family.
Reena Varshney Career Consultant People First HR Services
Olesya started her career in human resources in 2009 at the Marriott Hotel, where she gained extensive hands-on experience in different areas including recruitment, employee relations and training.
She was also looking for an educational opportunity to structure her knowledge and keep growing as an HR professional. She researched options and chose the PACE Human Resource Management Diploma.
“This was a very intense and challenging program that required a lot of efforts and time”, says Olesya. “However, it was worth it. The program covers a variety of areas within human resource management, providing information on the most recent HR trends and best HR practices. The instructors are experienced industry professionals, who are passionate about their disciplines and willing to share their knowledge and experience.”
While still a student, Olesya was placed at Investors Group as an intern. Before she completed her internship, she was offered a position where she coordinates recruitment activities and provides support and assistance with day-to-day operations of the HR functions. The PACE program also prepared her to pass the National Knowledge Exam, which is a formal step to attain the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
“I was very happy with my decision to take the Human Resource Management Diploma program and recommend it to everyone interested in starting or pursuing their career in human resources.”
After graduating from the University of Winnipeg in 2006 with my Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, I knew that I would need to specialize in a specific area in order to remain competitive and set myself apart from the hundreds of other graduates. Fortunately, during my undergraduate studies, I realized my passion for Human Resources. This led me to enroll in PACE's Human Resource Management Diploma program in 2007.
The PACE program featured courses and workshops that covered all facets of the Human Resources field, allowing me to gain an excellent understanding of Human Resources. This proved to be truly beneficial as it prepared me for the tests I needed to complete to earn my Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
Not only did the PACE program successfully prepare me to obtain my CPHR designation, but it also provided me with a relevant internship opportunity in the HR field, to help build my portfolio. The one-month internship led me to my first permanent position as a Human Resources Consultant at DASCH Inc., a not-for-profit organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. During my four years at DASCH, I gained valuable experience in recruitment and selection, performance management and employee relations.
I am currently employed as a Human Resources Advisor at Price Industries. In this position I am exposed to a variety of areas, including: labour relations; recruitment and selection; performance management; and employee relations.
I believe that these opportunities would not have been possible had I not completed the Human Resource Management Diploma in PACE, which led to my successful career as an HR professional.
I worked in the travel industry for 10 years prior to going back to university. I owned my own travel business for 7 years and then worked as a Business Development Manager for a leading travel company for 3 years. Due to the declining economy positions were cut and mine was one of them. At that moment what I thought was a misfortune became my biggest blessing.
Why did you choose PACE?
When applying for jobs I was being overlooked because I did not have an education to complement my professional experience. The U of W PACE Human Resource program was appealing to me because I was able to complete the program in one accelerated year. This time frame would allow me to get back into the work force as soon as possible without a significant gap in my resume. The U of W is a respectable university and holds credibility with employers worldwide.
What were some memorable experiences at PACE?
The people would definitely be the most memorable part of the program. The administrative staff was very helpful. They listened to your cares and concerns and bettered the program where they could.
The instructors were subject matter experts in their field allowing you to benefit from their knowledge. They taught in a manner that allowed you to put real world experience together with text book learning. They truly cared about you, your education, and where your credentials would take you after graduation. Many teachers are still mentors and coaches to their past students, helping them grow and develop in their careers.
Besides my education, my peers were one of the best things to come out of the program. I have maintained many relationships that I know will continue to develop. Now that we are all in the workforce they have helped me embrace the world of Human Resources and are there with recommendations when dealing with difficult situations.
Why would you recommend PACE?
Next to a degree in business, it is the highest level of education you can achieve in Human Resources and gives you an advantage in the employment search. The program works at a pace that allows you to move forward with your career in a reasonable time frame.
They have a great internship program that provides work experience opportunities once you have completed your education. In my case I was brought on by The City of Steinbach for my internship and offered a Human Resource Assistant position upon completion. Since that time I have been promoted to Human Resource & Payroll Manager.
How did PACE aid you in your career/personal goals?
It gave me the education that I needed alongside my experience to achieve my career goals. The program also provided the basics for my payroll designation, and I recently completed my Certified Payroll Management (CPM) designation with Canadian Payroll Association. I am now working towards achieving my Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
Lisa Lange Senior Manager, Human Resources & Payroll City of Steinbach
Kate Hudson graduated from PACE’s Human Resources Development program. Prior to PACE, Hudson worked at a local retailer right out of high school. She came to PACE and completed the full-time accelerated program to explore the field of human resources.
“I picked PACE because I was very interested in the field of Human Resources,” said Hudson. “I figured if I took the nine-month accelerated program I would get a real feel for what human resources was all about. Turns out I loved it!”
Hudson is currently the Recruitment Manager for NYGARD International: a leading fashion company in North America that designs and markets women's fashion apparel. She recruits for all of the corporate offices including Winnipeg, Toronto and New York as well as some overseas recruitment as the needs arise.
“PACE definitely helped build a solid foundation to start my career by giving me a broad scope and educational understanding of all aspects of human resources,” explained Hudson. “By dabbling in everything (human resources related) I was able to really hone in on what fields I enjoyed the most. I really enjoyed the diverse student group work as well the variety of courses I got to study. The work practicum was also a great component. Getting real world experience allowed me to apply the knowledge into hands on work experience.”
Kate Hudson Director, Human Resouces Pollard Banknote Limited
Two days after writing my last university exam, I began working in the accounting department for a large company in downtown Winnipeg. After nearly two years, I found myself feeling unhappy and unfulfilled in my chosen field. I began questioning my career choice, and met with a close friend working in Human Resources to discuss my next career move. We spoke about my areas of interest, such as teaching, training, and the CPHR designation. My curiosity was piqued, and I began researching Human Resources programs. I found the full-time Human Resource Management Diploma Program at The University of Winnipeg and registered.
With no previous experience or education in Human Resources, I dived right into. I knew I wanted to build a solid educational background, and make connections with as many students, instructors, and other individuals in the field, as possible. The internship at the end of the program gave me valuable experience I could add to my resume, and led me to a second internship. In the fall, I responded to a post on LinkedIn for a recent Human Resources graduate to work temporarily in a Human Resources department. I jumped at the opportunity, and within a few days was place at Wawanesa Insurance. I spent five weeks at Wawanesa completing an employee personnel filing project and assisted with a couple additional projects. From there, a permanent Human Resources Assistant position became available. I went through the recruitment process and at the end was the successful candidate. My experience at Wawanesa gave me the opportunity to work on key Human Resources initiatives and projects, while supporting the Human Resources team in a variety of capacities.
In January 2013 I achieved the CHRP designation, and I am currently working at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) as a Human Resources Coordinator. My role at the CMHR will give me the opportunity to continue to grow and develop my skills in Human Resources, while at the same time being part of a unique national project that comes once in a life time. Sadia is now working for Google in London, UK.
Sadia Hashmi Senior Human Resources Business Partner AlayaCare
Rachel O’Connor graduated in June of 2015 from the full-time Human Resources Management Diploma program having already secured a position at Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI).
“PACE basically led me right into my career,” she says. “I found interesting, stimulating employment" three weeks into an internship she was completing for the program.
Before coming to PACE, Rachel was working in the non-profit sector.
“I’d always worked in people-oriented jobs, and I wasn’t satisfied,” she ssays. Rachel found out about PACE’s program by talking to HR professionals who were PACE grads, and quickly determined it was a perfect fit.
Rachel says she benefitted from the “great instructors” at PACE and formed close relationships with her classmates. She also found the curriculum was relevant and useful.
“It gave me an overall good foundation of a lot of different areas of business. Coming into MPI, they were speaking a new language in some cases, especially with a lot of project management terminology. If I hadn’t taken the project management course I wouldn’t have been as familiar right off the bat.”
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