by downtownkamloops | Jul 7, 2019 | CAP Team: Where Are They Now
Where Are They Now?: Julia Dumbrell
Where Are They Now Series
WHAT YEAR WERE YOU A CAP TEAM MEMBER?
2016
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER PATH SINCE LEAVING THE CAP TEAM.
Since leaving the CAP Team, I have focused the skills I developed with Downtown Kamloops toward my educational and career experiences. I was inspired to further pursue a career in promotions and began working with Bell Media, representing the stations Virgin Radio, QMFM, CTV News and TSN in Vancouver. I have focused my public speaking skills which the CAP Team instilled in me by constantly presenting at these events on behalf of Bell Media promotions. While pursuing my Bachelor of Arts, I advanced my studies at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia for 6 months. This gave me the opportunity travel and gain incredible experiences and memories down under! I’m still constantly writing in my free time, and taking risks wherever I can.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT JOB TITLE? IF YOU ARE A STUDENT, WHAT ARE YOU STUDYING?
I will be graduating with a Major in English Literature and in Minor in Commerce from the University of British Columbia in May 2019. Studying this diverse portfolio of courses was inspired by the CAP Team, where I was enthusiastic about the City Ambassador and Business Development aspects of the job.
WHAT WERE YOUR CAREER GOALS WHEN YOU STARTED WITH THE CAP TEAM?
When I was with the CAP Team, I began to shape my career path while pursuing my Bachelor of Arts. I knew I enjoyed writing and was interested in promotions and business development. Through the CAP Team’s training in social media advertising, public speaking and event planning, this job was a major outlet to inspire what I am now pursuing – a career in Public Relations.
HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE CAP TEAM HELPED YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
I drew a lot of inspiration from the City Ambassador aspects to the job. My experience in planning city wide-events and engaging local businesses helped me feel more connected to the downtown Kamloops community. The CAP Team gave me the chance to undertake hands-on experience of the planning and execution of exciting community events, such as the Merchant’s Market. The payoff from this hard work was highly rewarding, and I felt pride in holding an integral role in what I am now proud to see from Kamloops’ vibrant downtown community.
WHAT WAS THE MOST VALUABLE SKILL LEARNED ON THE JOB?
The CAP Team gave me confidence in always having an open mind. No two days working as a CAP Team member were the same, and I gained confidence in a hugely diverse set of skills. I knew I had become a more open-minded person when over a casual shift I had conducted an interview with a local business, removed graffiti in an alley, biked the perimeter of downtown and hosted a tour for Rocky Mountaineer Train guests- all within 8 hours!
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE PROGRAM?
Being a CAP Team member allowed me to explore what skills I have and take on projects to challenge myself and exceed my own expectations. I knew I was interested in promotional writing and helped to conduct interviews and write weekly People of the Neighbourhood articles about local business owners downtown. This both allowed me to grow stronger writing in a professional setting, and realize how much I enjoyed this aspect of the job. Now pursuing a career in Public Relations, the CAP Team was an outlet for me to realize my own creativity.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU OFFER CURRENT AND FUTURE CAP TEAM MEMBERS?
Make the most of your experience, if there’s an aspect of the job you really enjoy, try to take more of a leadership role in that area, have an open mind to all the random, crazy experiences you’ll work through… and have fun!
Additionally, you can find out more information about the CAP team on our website here. You can also find us on Facebook here.
by downtownkamloops | Jun 23, 2019 | CAP Team: Where Are They Now
Where Are They Now? Daniel Bott
Where Are They Now Series
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Daniel Bott
WHAT YEAR WERE YOU A CAP TEAM MEMBER?
2009
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER PATH SINCE LEAVING THE CAP TEAM.
I went to the JIBC and joined the Ambulance.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT JOB TITLE?
Primary Care Paramedic.
WHAT WERE YOUR CAREER GOALS WHEN YOU STARTED WITH THE CAP TEAM?
Police officer.
HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE CAP TEAM HELPED YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
It taught me to adapt to changes and to keep open to new ideas.
WHAT WAS THE MOST VALUABLE SKILL LEARNED ON THE JOB?
Learning to talk to a variety of people in a variety of situations, time management and attention to detail.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE PROGRAM?
My CAP teammates. 2 best friends from that summer that I still see and we always bring up memories from that summer and tell stories over again.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU OFFER CURRENT AND FUTURE CAP TEAM MEMBERS?
Have fun. This job is one of the greatest experiences of my life and if you take some chances and enjoy yourself you’ll have friends and memories forever.
Additionally, you can learn more about the CAP team on our website here. You can also find us on Facebook here.
by downtownkamloops | Jun 9, 2019 | CAP Team: Where Are They Now
Where Are They Now? Kristina Moller
Where Are They Now Series
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Kristina Moller
WHAT YEAR WERE YOU A CAP TEAM MEMBER?
2015
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER PATH SINCE LEAVING THE CAP TEAM.
After the CAP Team, I worked as an Employment Counsellor for adults with disabilities for about a year. I received my Bachelors Degree in 2014, majoring in Psychology. And I now live and work on a cattle ranch in the Cariboo area. I’m very fortunate to have also found a position that directly applies to my degree and that is also very flexible around the needs of the ranch.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT JOB TITLE?
Case Worker for Victim Services with the RCMP
WHAT WERE YOUR CAREER GOALS WHEN YOU STARTED WITH THE CAP TEAM?
I was really passionate about Street Outreach with transient individuals and really looked up to Ken Salter who, at that time, held a position with ASK Wellness and provided a lot of hands-on orientation and training for new CAP Team members.
HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE CAP TEAM HELPED YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
The CAP Team provided a job that was very diverse and had a lot of different parts to it. I had to be able to transition between roles and quickly adapt if needed. And I had to learn to think quickly and be ready for anything. I also feel that this position helped me achieve my goals by valuing the importance of looking neat and tidy; to quote the CAP Team training manual, “you will be treated like a professional when you present yourself as such.”
WHAT WAS THE MOST VALUABLE SKILL LEARNED ON THE JOB?
I learned a lot of skills from Gay Pooler who was the General Manager of the KCBIA while I was on the CAP Team. At the time, I thought she was a little too tough but looking back now, I’m grateful for it. One of the most valuable things I learned was that when you are at work and especially on the CAP Team, you are an actor. As apart of the CAP Team, you are there to sell Downtown Kamloops and make it a great experience. You are not there to be angry or upset or worried about your personal life because that’s not what you are being paid to do and, quite frankly, it’s not your employers’ problem. I carry this with me today in my position and whenever someone asks me how I am doing during the workday, my answer is always, “I’m excellent, how are you?”
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE PROGRAM?
I really enjoyed all the walking and biking (with the exception of biking up First Ave., which I did not ever accomplish). I wish I had a FitBit back then!
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU OFFER CURRENT AND FUTURE CAP TEAM MEMBERS?
Purchase a good pair of shoes and don’t forget your radio!
Additionally, if you’d like to learn more about the CAP team, you can find some information on our website here. And you can find us on Facebook here.
by downtownkamloops | May 26, 2019 | CAP Team: Where Are They Now
Where Are They Now? Kyle Jack
Where Are They Now Series
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Kyle Jack
WHAT YEAR WERE YOU A CAP TEAM MEMBER?
2015 to 2016
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER PATH SINCE LEAVING THE CAP TEAM.
Since leaving the CAP team, I gained enough valuable job experience to apply it towards a career with BC Corrections.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT JOB TITLE?
Corrections Officer
WHAT WERE YOUR CAREER GOALS WHEN YOU STARTED WITH THE CAP TEAM?
To learn about Kamloops and what it had to offer as I had moved here from the coast. I also wanted to develop my social skills and meet the community. Lastly, I wanted to provide a sense of security for the downtown people and
businesses by creating a presence and a desire for safety.
HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE CAP TEAM HELPED YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
By constantly taking me out of my comfort zone and testing me, it helped with my confidence in public speaking and maturity. The staff meetings provided many challenges to test me and push me, which I found very beneficial.
WHAT WAS THE MOST VALUABLE SKILL LEARNED ON THE JOB?
I would say developing my social skills with members of the public as well as getting a better understanding of the lower class demographic. The rapport I had built with them helped better myself with my current career.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE PROGRAM?
My favorite part of the program would have to be being apart of the downtown events such as Christmas parades, Zombie walks, etc. I also enjoyed meeting new businesses and helping market them and making the public aware.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU OFFER CURRENT AND FUTURE CAP TEAM MEMBERS?
If you like getting into shape with long bike rides, or getting to know your city a lot better then this is the job for you. It is very beneficial for someone looking to pursue a career in law enforcement, marketing, business, or tourism. Soak up all the knowledge the CAP team can offer you and apply it towards a future career.
Additionally, you can find more information about the CAP team here. You can also find us on Facebook here.
by downtownkamloops | May 12, 2019 | CAP Team: Where Are They Now
Where Are They Now? Tria Donaldson
Where Are They Now Series
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Tria Donaldson
WHAT YEAR WERE YOU A CAP TEAM MEMBER?
2015
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER PATH SINCE LEAVING THE CAP TEAM.
After finishing school at TRU, I worked in environmental non-profits for five years campaigning and organizing. For the last 7 years I have been working as a Communications Officer for the Canadian Union of Public Employees.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT JOB TITLE?
Senior Communications Officer- Saskatchewan Regional Office of the Canadian Union of Public Employees.
WHAT WERE YOUR CAREER GOALS WHEN YOU STARTED WITH THE CAP TEAM?
My time on the CAP team counted as an internship for the TRU school of journalism. At the time, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do, but I knew I wanted to use my skills in communications and journalism to help better my community.
HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE CAP TEAM HELPED YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
I gained a lot of valuable experience on the CAP team – including early lessons in media relations which I now speak to when I give media training. And I think it gave me a lot of confidence to talk to strangers, and diverse stakeholders to achieve goals.
WHAT WAS THE MOST VALUABLE SKILL LEARNED ON THE JOB?
All of my awesome bike riding skills! Seriously, I recently road a bike across Austria and the CAP bike training came in handy. My time on the CAP Team exposed me to many different ideas and perspectives. I really appreciated getting to learn about environmental design for safety, interacting with local service providers and business, and planning so many events.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE PROGRAM?
I loved my co-workers. It was such a great team. And I also have a deep, deep love for tourist information that I credit to my time on the CAP team. Furthermore, I loved the tourism BC training and getting to help visitors to Kamloops find the many gems the city has to offer. I still love pointing people in the direction of awesome things to do!
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU OFFER CURRENT AND FUTURE CAP TEAM MEMBERS?
Treasure your time together! Have fun. Also, enjoy being young while you can!
Additionally, if you’d like to find out more information about the CAP team, check out our website here. You can find us on Facebook here.
by downtownkamloops | Apr 27, 2019 | CAP Team: Where Are They Now
Where Are They Now? Brooke Hanson
Where Are They Now Series
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Brooke Hanson
WHAT YEAR WERE YOU A CAP TEAM MEMBER?
2006-2007
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER PATH SINCE LEAVING THE CAP TEAM.
I worked in many tourism-related fields such as Event Coordinator at Sun Peaks Resort, Canoe Guide, Outdoor Education Leader, Student Recruitment Event Manager and eventually landed my dream job as Event Manager at Sun Peaks Resort.
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT JOB TITLE?
After working as the Event Manager at Sun Peaks Resort for the past 4 years, I am now on a new path working to raise the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts. I am a stay at home Mom to our 1.5-year-old twin boys Hunter and Sawyer.
WHAT WERE YOUR CAREER GOALS WHEN YOU STARTED WITH THE CAP TEAM?
To own and operate a wilderness canoe guiding business. After gaining experience in events, the profession came naturally to me which led me in a new direction. Ultimately I landed my dream job combining my passion for the outdoors and my talents in events working as the Event Manager at Sun Peaks Resort.
HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE CAP TEAM HELPED YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
Being on the CAP team pushed me out of my comfort zone to approach business owners and guests to our community and engage with them. I was always a little nervous before but my experience on the CAP team gave me the confidence I needed to move forward. And I got my first hands-on event experience working as a team to organize events like to downtown Christmas Parade and the Spring Festival.
WHAT WAS THE MOST VALUABLE SKILL LEARNED ON THE JOB?
Communication. With overlapping schedules and working with a different team member every other day of the week, it was very important to keep the line of communication going between us all. Planning events, current projects, and patrol areas are just some examples of what we had to communicate between us. In those days we did not have cell phones…or barely used them so we had a working logbook that we wrote in every day and tried to keep the email chains going.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE PROGRAM?
The bike riding! I loved to be active in my job and riding my bike through Riverside Park and downtown Kamloops saying hi to all the locals made my summer. We would have competitions to see who could ride up 1st avenue without getting off and pushing their bike.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU OFFER CURRENT AND FUTURE CAP TEAM MEMBERS?
Have fun and get to know the people you are working with. Many of my team members I am still in contact with today and have become leaders in the communities they reside in. These connections are invaluable and will help you when you least expect it.
Additionally, if you’re interested in learning more about the downtown Kamloops CAP team, you can find us on our website here. You can also find us on Facebook here.
