C. Michele Gare, Executive Assistant
Having joined Newroad in 2010, Michele’s extensive experience in event planning, marketing, and production management has provided the company with countless tools for expansion. She manages Newroad’s website and blog as well as carrying out administrative duties for the company.
With a B.A.A. from Ryerson University in Radio and Television, Michele has worked throughout North America for such organizations as YTV Canada, Mariposa Communications, CTV, BizNet and TSN. Her roles as a Production Manager and Associate Producer encompassed team management, marketing and directing on a variety of projects.
“Newroad’s variety of coaching and media ventures makes my position challenging, interesting and extremely rewarding. My past management of numerous live events, television productions and marketing campaigns brings organizational experience to Newroad that allows the companies’ founder the ability to explore new business opportunities.”
Jan Taylor, Bookkeeper
Jan Taylor has been working with Newroad Coaching since 2008. She is responsible for bookkeeping and invoicing services. Jan is a vital and trusted part of the Newroad team and is in direct contact with our clients.
Prior to opening her own business, nine years ago, she held accounting positions at Radisson Hotels, Prince & Associates and Shoppers Drug Mart head office.
Personally and professionally Jan reflects the values of Newroad. She is direct, integral, honest and most importantly, passionate about what she does.
Jan lives just north of Toronto with her husband and three children.
“The most rewarding part of my work is allowing business owners to focus on what they love to do, while I keep track of the finances.”
Graham Wood – IT Consultant
Graham has cleared Newroad’s technological and website path since the company’s inception. His involvement in system needs assessments, computer networking, troubleshooting and training is a critical component to the success of the business. He is Newroad’s IT engine.
With an honours degree in Electronic Engineering and a journalism background, Graham has worked for several leading international technology publishing organizations. He has launched three companies in multimedia, website design and tech support serving small to medium-sized businesses.
“Drawing on my strong communications skills and love of technology I provide Newroad with “9th floor IT support” that allows the company to focus on growth, rather than tackling technology woes.”