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About Christine

When Christine walks into the room her dynamic leadership capabilities are immediately apparent, as is her knack for bringing out the best in the people around her. It’s no surprise that at Bright Wire she’s attracted an equally dynamic and talented team of coaches and leadership development experts who rival the best in North America.

Throughout her career, Christine has coached thousands of senior and executive-level leaders, many of them with Fortune 500 and 100 companies. She has also developed proprietary coaching and leadership development assessments and curricula and spent many years as a Sessional Instructor at the University of Calgary’s Haskayne School of Business for the Executive MBA Leadership Development Program.

Academically, Christine holds an executive MBA with academic distinction from the University of Calgary Haskayne School of Business and an undergraduate degree in International Business.   

In addition to Christine’s academic education, she is a Certified Professional Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and holds several specialized certifications and accreditations.

An Authentic Leader

In the true form of an entrepreneur, Christine is a leader who leads from the front, from beside, or from behind her team. She is a visible leader, actively involved with her team, perpetually thinking several steps ahead, consistently approaching every problem or challenge that arises with an open mind, and continuously looking for new growth opportunities that will benefit the leaders and organizations who partner with Bright Wire, and her exceptional team.

An Engaging Speaker

Christine frequents the virtual and in-person stage for organizations of all sizes as the trusted speaker who inspires and motivates audiences to new levels of performance and potential. From audiences of over 500 people to boardrooms with a small group of executives, Christine delivers custom presentations that enable development and unlock potential that inspires action. Her energetic and engaging style leaves audiences wanting more, resulting in 100% satisfaction in her speaking engagements to date.

Innovative Thinker

Christine recognizes that leadership skills are universally needed. She has created a strategically diverse portfolio and has positioned her company, Bright Wire, in a manner that puts them ahead of the curve. She is consistently thinking of what’s next; this is truly what differentiates her business from competitors. Her diversity of thought and strategic planning has positioned Bright Wire to be a leading competitor in its sector. Bright Wire consistently is challenging the status quo to inspire performance and potential with their partners, which wouldn’t be possible otherwise; they are known for this.

Inspiring Mentor

Christine is a visible mentor within the leadership community by engaging women through pro bono speaking and panel appearances designed specifically toward enabling women in leadership roles, including the YWE Acumen Series the Volunteer Leadership Summit, U of L Women in Business Panel, Women’s Executive Network (WXN) Book Club presentation for members and the WXN Mojo Monday series for all of January 2022. Christine and her team at Bright Wire are active contributors to the University of Calgary, providing pro-bono speaking services, expertise, and participation in various Alumni focused panels, and career-focused engagements and are Volunteer Mentors to University of Calgary Executive MBA students

Published Author

Christine is the co-author of The Intentional MBA, A Guide to Maximizing Your Decision, Experience, and Investment, a book she wrote for aspiring, current or graduated MBAs to help them get the most from their experience. Since graduating (2011), Christine has actively championed the Haskayne community. After her EMBA, Christine formed a partnership with Haskayne where Bright Wire remains a preferred partner for EMBA Executive Coaching services (seven years and running). To further demonstrate higher education advocacy, her book, The Intentional MBA, has been featured in the MBA/MMGT Programs.

Award-Winning Entrepreneur

With over 20 years of experience in leadership development across a range of industries and disciplines including hospitality, energy, supply chain, and academia, Christine understands how to turn challenges into opportunities. Christine has been recognized as a Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada by the Women’s Executive Network in 2020 and was recently inducted into the University of Lethbridge’s Alumni Honor Society for her exemplary leadership and impact in the industry of Leadership Development.  In 2021 she received the Transformational Leader Award through the Universal Women’s Network, Women of Influence program, for the impact of her work that has enabled successful transformations for hundreds of leaders and organizations. And in 2022, she was the recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Her organization, Bright Wire Leadership, was recently recognized as a finalist by the Alberta Chamber of Commerce as a Business of Distinction.