Paula Connolly
Leadership Trainer & Facilitator - Discovery Education Solutions/Facilitate Discovery
Paula Connolly is a Certified Trainer and Facilitator with over 25 years of experience helping leaders and employees develop their strengths and embrace flexible mindsets to improve workplace and personal outcomes. Specializing in leadership and human resources training, Paula has worked extensively with the Canadian federal government, the Ontario Public Service, and private organizations. Her engaging, interactive workshops are delivered both in-person and virtually, using platforms like Zoom, MS Teams, and WebEx.
Interests
Paula is passionate about creating inclusive workplaces through transparent recruitment practices, emotional intelligence development, and fostering a culture of wellness and resilience. She is deeply committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as advancing the careers of individuals from underrepresented groups.
Qualifications
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Acadia University.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certification (eCornell, 2023).
- Emotional Intelligence 2.0/360 Certification (2019).
- Professional Designer Certification (2006).
Career Highlights:
- Designed and delivered 100+ interactive training programs on leadership and cultural competence.
- Vendor of Record with the Ontario Public Service for over 20 years.
- Presented leadership and HR seminars for clients such as Defence Construction Canada, Hydro Ottawa, and Ray-Mont Logistics.
- Lead facilitator for prominent leadership programs, including the OPS Advancing into Management and LCBO LeadUP.
- Developed DEI-focused sessions like Managing Microaggressions and Courageous Conversations.
Coaching Experience:
- Provided individual and group coaching to over 500 professionals, preparing them for leadership roles and career advancement.
- Delivered post-course career coaching during organizational restructures, helping employees transition successfully.
- Paula’s comprehensive expertise and dynamic facilitation style empower participants to grow, lead, and thrive in today’s complex work environments.
