IONS is situated in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaw people. Unceded means that the Mi’kmaq have never relinquished, sold, traded, or transferred ownership of their land to European settler colonies, yet land was taken over without their consent through various processes of settler colonialism. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship, which the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik people first signed with the British Crown in 1726. These Treaties did not involve the surrendering of rights to the lands and resources they had traditionally used and occupied. We are all Treaty People.

We further acknowledge that Nova Scotia is the birthplace of Black culture and heritage in Canada. People of African descent have shared these lands for over 400 years, and over 50 strong and resourceful African Nova Scotian communities exist here today.

We are committed to the struggle against systems of oppression that have resulted in profound inequities and the denial of self-determination rights. We are working actively to deepen our learning at an individual level, provide learning opportunities about anti-racism and decolonization, and to develop partnerships with organizations serving and led by underrepresented groups.
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  • Lighthouse Impact Consulting

    Location:

    Hubley, Nova Scotia

    Michelle Benson, Founder and Principal Consultant

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    Work Description:

    Strategic Operations Consultant | Fractional COO | Project & Change Management Expert

    Overview:

    I help small to medium-sized businesses execute their strategy, streamline operations, and drive measurable results. With 20+ years of experience in financial & professional services, healthcare governance, and program leadership, I specialize in operational efficiency, project delivery, and fractional leadership roles like COO, Chief of Staff, and PMO Head.

    I am here to simplify complex challenges, align teams with business goals, and guide you through strategic change. My expertise combines agile methodologies, governance frameworks, and people-centered leadership to ensure your business not only thrives but grows sustainably.

    Services I Offer:
    ✔ Fractional COO Services: Aligning operations with strategy to improve workflows, resource allocation, and scalability.
    ✔ Chief of Staff Solutions: Providing structure, focus, and execution support to leadership teams navigating growth and transformation.
    ✔ Project & Change Management: PMO setup, program leadership, and delivery of complex projects to achieve your business goals.
    ✔ Operational Efficiency Consulting: Streamlining processes, optimizing team performance, and ensuring measurable improvements.

    What Makes Me Unique:

    * Successfully led multi-million-dollar portfolios delivering transformational results across global teams.
    * Improved project delivery by 2x annually through agile adoption and roadmap development.
    * Known for achieving 80%+ employee engagement and reversing team attrition during organizational transitions.
    * Board leadership experience, helping organizations scale services, improve governance, and create lasting community impact.

    How I Work:

    I partner with you to understand your unique business needs.
    I provide actionable strategies and hands-on execution to deliver immediate results.
    I ensure communication, collaboration, and alignment at every stage.

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    Email:

    [email protected]

    Phone:

    6476246424

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